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Pennsylvania falls short on tobacco policies, new report warns
Despite receiving billions in tobacco settlement payments and taxes, Pennsylvania received bad grades in the American Lung Association’s report on the state of tobacco control.
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Pennsylvania’s first case of bird flu this year confirmed at Lehigh County farm
State officials said there is no risk to the public after the first bird flu case of the year was confirmed at a commercial poultry farm in Lehigh County.
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New investments in Pennsylvania create 200+ jobs across the state
Pennsylvania attracts over $20 million in new private sector investments, including Italian manufacturer Il Pastaio, creating 200+ jobs across the Commonwealth
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Love in high places: Cathedral of Learning welcomes new falcon pair
For decades, peregrine falcons have called Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning home. Learn about this year’s pair.
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Pennsylvania dispatches 40 firefighters to support California wildfire efforts
Gov. Josh Shapiro sent two crews of Pennsylvania wildland firefighters to aid in the fight against the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
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2025 Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney: What to know
Celebrate 2025 Groundhog Day — and its ancient origins — at the popular Punxsutawney event where you can catch a glimpse of the groundhog Punxsutawney Phil.
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Pennsylvania set to receive more than $200 million in another opioid lawsuit settlement
A $7.4 billion lawsuit settlement was reached against Purdue Pharma for their role in fueling the nation’s opioid crisis. Pennsylvania is set to receive more than $200 million from it for substance abuse treatment and recovery resources.
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Lancaster County residents organize to push back during Trump’s second administration
Over 100 residents attended a Lancaster Stands Up meeting aiming to organize and push back against Donald Trump’s second administration.
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High price of puffing: The financial toll of smoking on Pennsylvanians
Smoking isn’t cheap for Pennsylvanians, as a recent report found the average smoker in the state spends thousands annually on cigarettes.
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Justin Douglas becomes Dauphin County’s top commissioner one year into his term
Justin Douglas, a former pastor, helped Democrats flip Dauphin County for the first time in nearly 100 years. He became the county’s top commissioner on Wednesday with the help of the board’s sole Republican.
