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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 30, 2021
Tolls going up for bridges between NJ, Pa. Local restaurant seeks to forgo COVID mandates. Fisherman rescues man from Susquehanna River. 3 dogs from Pittsburgh nominated for 2021 American Humane Hero Dog Awards.
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March 29, 2021
United Steelworkers Union strikes at Allegheny Technologies. Pennie to stay open till August 15. In-person outdoor programs to resume at state parks and forests. Pitt professor creates tech for Perseverance rover.
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March 26, 2021
Secret nanny cam audio may be submitted as evidence. Chesapeake to pay state $1.9M. ATM explodes in Philly. Stray dog keeps stealing stuffed unicorn.
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March 25, 2021
Former Pitt employee stole over 13k face masks. State court shoots down bid to overturn cash assistance law. Pennsylvania Lottery changes Cash 5 game. New Cadbury Bunny is a frog.
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March 24, 2021
Teresa Miller resigns. Pa. House passes bill to provide flexibility in finding substitute teachers. Residents are warned to be wary of ticks. NASA testing Pittsburgh-designed prototype for 2023 moon landing.
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1281
March 23, 2021
Mask mandate eased for fully vaccinated folks. Gov. Wolf unveils solar energy commitment. Scammer pretends to be McDonald’s CEO. Fireball appears over Pittsburgh.
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March 22, 2021
4 children escape fire allegedly started by mother. Gov. Wolf extends firearms permits expiration date. Hersheypark’s Springtime in the Park begins in April. Philly gets 50 tons of the First Amendment.
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March 19, 2021
Personal state income tax filing deadline pushed to May. Questions on nursing home data continue for Dr. Levine. Lower Paxton YouTuber damages streams. Chickens and praying mantises are top predators for lanternflies.
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March 18, 2021
A new report recently revealed that state lawmakers cashed in on thousands of dollars in additional taxpayer money known as “per diems” despite the coronavirus pandemic raging on. Meanwhile, over 30 years of searching for an escapee from the former All...
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March 17, 2021
Mayor Peduto endorses DACA bill. ‘Ghost guns’ banned by Pa. gun show promoter. Lawmaker suggests bringing back license plate registration stickers. Woman provides retirement home for dogs.
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March 16, 2021
COVID restrictions to be eased on Easter. Woman creates ‘deepfake’ videos to boot daughter’s rivals from cheerleading squad. National Park Service’s protection to cover more historical battlegrounds. Pink blob appears over the Jersey Shore.
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March 15, 2021
Woman leads authorities on 150-mph car chase. Severed head case to be featured on Netflix shows. Pa. Lottery Powerball prize to be split between 22 winners. ‘Winter Wonderland’ town gets historical marker.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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