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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 12, 2021
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission voted to resume service terminations on utilities for people who don’t pay by the end of the month. Meanwhile, people may submit SNAP applications over the phone. Seniors in the south-central part of the state...
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March 11, 2021
Lawmaker looks to stop bridge tolls. Teen punched by off-duty cop won’t get damages. St. Patty’s Day looks like a go. York County miniature donkey is a finalist to be in the next Cadbury bunny.
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1253
March 10, 2021
Search ends for missing York County woman. State lawmakers want to enact permanent daylight saving time. Pennsylvania has some of the highest tax rates in the country. ISS passes over this week.
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1254
March 09, 2021
Pa. to receive $13 billion in stimulus money. Man kicked out of bar steals car, crashes as police chase him. Conservation groups sue over “snot otter.” You can now spend a weekend at Buffalo Bill’s house.
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1255
March 08, 2021
Enola man helps search for whomever drowned puppies in Susquehanna River. Lancaster County firefighters save wedding. Nun protects 100 acres of woodland. Elks boost tourism.
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1256
March 05, 2021
State extends long-term care program. Penguins photoshop photo of fans. Pa. Turnpike ranks as world’s most expensive toll road. Harrisburg Ice & Fire Festival starts tonight.
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1257
March 04, 2021
Pa. teachers, staff can get J&J vaccine starting mid-March. National Guard will officially be involved with vaccine’s distribution. Senior living resident busted for crack. Bowl sold at yard sale is actually an ancient artifact.
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1258
March 03, 2021
Pa. teachers will be eligible for J&J vaccine. State Fish & Boat Commission stock trout ahead of season. Hershey couple promotes Paws of Honor. Early signs of spring have sprung.
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1259
March 02, 2021
16-year-old in Harrisburg charged with shooting at man with victim’s own firearm. Gas prices hitting a high across the state. Ease in COVID restrictions has some sports fans back in stands. Puppy joins Swatara Township Police.
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March 01, 2021
Proposed bill would allow for employees to refuse COVID vaccination. Last round of free testing starts this week. Incompetent bank robber bungles appeal. Kangaroo in witness protection.
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1261
February 26, 2021
Agency permanently bans fracking close to Delaware River. Pa. schools may delay state exams till autumn. Former nursing home administrator charged with health care fraud. York County creamery featured on The History Channel.
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1262
February 25, 2021
Salmonella outbreak traced to pet turtles. 4 more restaurants served closure notices over COVID-19 regulations. Several Pa. locations named the top spots for bottlenecking. Mars rover’s parachute had secret message.
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1263
February 24, 2021
Western Pa. hospitals fined for high rates of avoidable medical complications. Chester County attorney steals identities of ex-wife and her mother. Today’s weather feels like spring. Robots serve food at PHL.
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1264
February 23, 2021
Supreme Court turns aside Pa. election cases. Two men face charges after SEPTA shooting. Bad Wall Street bets leave two schools and a hospital paying millions. CMU student participates in own brain surgery.
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1265
February 22, 2021
Snow delays COVID-19 vaccines to Pa. Lehigh University students may be expelled for throwing “COVID party.” Man drives SUV over frozen lake. Injured Jersey Shore seals making recovery.
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1266
February 19, 2021
8 shot near Philly SEPTA station. Man tries hiring hit man to kill ex. Prisoner who claims he drank blood gets lawsuit revived. Pennsylvanians had 753 each in 2020.
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1267
February 18, 2021
Pa. health officials announce foul-up in COVID-19 vaccine administration. Seven are shot in Philly. The state paid millions in fraudulent unemployment claims. A woman gives another the coat off her back.
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1268
February 17, 2021
Hanover couple accused of giving infant multiple skull fractures. Couple arrested for shoplifting $13,000 worth of merchandise. Former college football players sue over head injuries. Groundhog gets stuck in York College tree.
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1269
February 16, 2021
Doctors are criticizing the DOH’s plans to remove PCPs from the COVID-19 vaccine distributor list. State Republicans will discuss potentially censuring Sen. Toomey. Gas prices increase. Pirate skeletons found in Cape Cod shipwreck.
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February 15, 2021
Man in Pittsburgh intentionally crashes his truck into a gas station to steal an ATM. Maurkice Pouncey retires from the Steelers. Historic Harrisburg church to be sold to veterans’ ministry. Texas mom tackles Peeping Tom.
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February 12, 2021
Groups want Gov. Wolf to focus on vaccinating school staff. Nonprofit wants to build tiny homes for homeless Harrisburg vets. Flower shop sends roses to seniors. Pennsylvania ranks as one of the best states for singles.
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1272
February 11, 2021
American Airlines to furlough over 1,000 Pennsylvanian employees. Lt. Gov. John Fetterman defends 2013 gun incident. DOL to launch text system to help with unemployment claims. People throughout the state drink more the colder it gets.
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February 10, 2021
Lancaster pheasant hunter charged with assaulting Capitol police. Gov. Wolf announces new bipartisan COVID-19 task force. A plane makes an emergency landing on the Pa. Turnpike. This is where you can find Moon Trees.
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February 09, 2021
Philly teachers protest over planned reopening. Pennsylvania will get more snow this week. Fetterman announces 2022 Senate run. Hanover bald eagles lay a new egg.
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February 08, 2021
Pa. National Guard may be involved in COVID-19 vaccine rollout. McKinsey will give nearly $26 million in opioid settlement. Dogs and puppies rescued from Lancaster kennel. A $1 million lotto ticket is sold in Adams County.
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