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It's what you need to know about what's happening in Pennsylvania, delivered to you in around 5 minutes every weekday morning by PennLive.com reporter Claudia Dimuro. "Today in Pa." brings you the biggest stories in the state, whether they're hard news, entertainment, sports or business.
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March 8, 2022
Funds put towards rural Pennsylvania internet access. State expands financial assistance program for medical marijuana patients. Pittsburgh International Airport shuts down trains. Pennsylvania city has second-best U.S. Wordle scores.
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777
March 7, 2022
Police uncover “massive mail fraud” ring. Wolf continues push for $2,000 pandemic relief payments. Philly, Europe flights continue despite Ukrainian conflict. Man rediscovers pine tree “star.”
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778
March 4, 2022
Pennsylvania joins TikTok investigation. Penn State agrees to pay settlement over incorrectly filed health care claims. Gas hits $4 a gallon. Gritty appears in Marvel comic.
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779
March 3, 2022
Bucks County sues companies over contamination. 911 dispatchers authorize strike same day as St. Patty’s Day parade. Hummingbirds on their way. Former Westmoreland County high school athletes launch podcast.
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780
March 2, 2022
Man tries robbing bank, runs away instead. Pennsylvania eases up on masking. Three state-owned universities want to lower tuition. Nowhere in Pennsylvania listed among top “happiest cities.”
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781
March 1, 2022
State government employees who earn $100K. Lawmaker seeks to privatize state-run liquor system. Grocery chain becomes first in U.S. to run own beef program. WWII vet turns 100.
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782
February 28, 2022
SEPTA to replace private guards with guides. Temple-developed HIV treatment starts clinical trial. Giant nixes minimum order limit, curbside pickup fees. Monopoly to feature Pittsburgh streets, landmarks.
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783
February 25, 2022
Philly to vote on bills removing gendered language from charter. Amish driver pulled over for DUI. Pittsburgh company wants to use drones for infrastructure evaluation. Cows close I-81.
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February 24, 2022
Philly police union sues over ban on low-level traffic infractions pullovers. Allentown stormwater system gets update. Winter weather returns. DeSales student one of the world’s best axe-throwers.
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785
February 23, 2022
Some Pennsylvania cannabis companies making misleading statements. Senator wants to suspend state sales tax. Pittsburgh parks lower speed limit to 15 mph. Hersheypark to open two new rides this summer.
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786
February 22, 2022
Death penalty sought for couple whose baby was found dead inside wall. Pedestrian deaths on the rise. Philly could become first U.S. city to run its own bank. Early signs of spring.
4 min
787
February 18, 2022
Wife of nuclear engineer to admit to espionage role. Penn State seeks room and board increase. $4 billion worth of unclaimed property in Harrisburg vault. How to see NASA rocket launch.
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788
February 17, 2022
Wolf official stays mum on fate of 3 elderly. 2021 saw decrease in wildfires. Pennsylvanians bet millions on Super Bowl. Woman meets man who received her kidney.
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789
February 16, 2022
State lawmakers consider disability-inclusive education. Romance scams on the rise. Thawing ice creating potholes. Utz giving away $100,000.
4 min
790
February 15, 2022
Family suing over white privilege lessons may get $45K. Amish farmer possessed 600 guns. Lawmakers want state approval of hospital deals. Students work with NASA.
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791
February 14, 2022
Pennsylvania Starbucks employees unionize. Berks County center welcomes asylum seekers. Philly extends water shutoff freeze. Pennsylvania city among top 20 best for Valentine’s Day.
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792
February 11, 2022
State may get fed funds to build electric vehicle charging station network. Philly parents frustrated over school lottery. Snow geese arrive. Pennsylvania city crowned best for football fans.
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793
February 10, 2022
Instagram account calls out “potentially harmful people” in Philly. Gas tax replacements may cost people more. E-scooters may become more widespread. Bees stolen from Giant.
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794
February 9, 2022
Pennsylvania to get fed funds for coal mine cleanup. State Fish and Boat Commission seeks private property for public fishing. South Philly Pizzaz slice. Pennsylvania’s favorite pizza.
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February 8, 2022
Temple professor accused of giving China info seeks lawsuit reinstatement. Teen pushes woman onto SEPTA tracks. House committee approves bill allowing doctors to prescribe “off-label” COVID treatments. Amiens honors Pittsburgh man.
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796
February 7, 2022
Thieves steal thousands of dollars’ worth of cologne from Macy’s. Doctor pleads guilty to “pill mill” operation. Man steals bobcat. Pizza joint accidentally prints naked man on menu.
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February 4, 2022
Doctor who prescribed ivermectin for COVID fired. Rental scams rising. Drivers falsely fined by PennDOT. Eagles, owl clash at U.S. Steel mill.
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February 3, 2022
USA Swimming, NCAA alter trans athletes policies. Pennsylvania has second-highest amount of poor condition bridges in U.S. Snow, freezing rain forecasted. Police show support for boy battling cancer.
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February 2, 2022
Pennsylvania voters may still apply for mail-in ballots. Bridges similar to Fern Hollow to be reviewed. Groundhog Day 2022 shadow odds. Pennsylvania sees fifth-largest bear harvest.
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800
February 1, 2022
Pennsylvania releases list of employers that violated labor, safety laws. Philly to test universal basic income pilot program. New volunteers welcome for trout stockings. Bald eagle breaks home window.
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