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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 14, 2022
Theft ring hits stores in Lehigh Valley. Green Salem schools to keep traditional holiday names. Devil’s Den to temporarily close. Indiana bat makes longest-known migration of species.
3 min
977
March 11, 2022
Wilkes-Barre shootings linked to two feuding groups. Pennsylvania, others call for suspension of gas tax. Hen almost fed to alligators. Pennsylvania city named one of the best for college basketball fans.
3 min
978
March 10, 2022
State court upholds zoning denial decision for Dauphin County warehouse. Ex-lawyer gets prison time for dealing drugs. Fox Chapel library gets fed funding to preserve local history. Most-hated job in Pennsylvania.
3 min
979
March 9, 2022
Former West Mifflin superintendent to receive nearly $3M in damages. Small business owners take hit from gas prices. Pittsburgh school buses consider AI tech. Cow rescued from mud after 12 hours.
4 min
980
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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981
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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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.
4 min
983
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.
3 min
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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.”
3 min
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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.
4 min
986
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.
3 min
987
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.
3 min
988
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.
3 min
989
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.
3 min
990
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
991
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.
3 min
992
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.
3 min
993
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
994
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.
3 min
995
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.
3 min
996
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.
4 min
997
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.
3 min
998
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.
3 min
999
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.
3 min
1000
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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