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Is it legal to carry alcohol while tailgating? What Steelers and Pitt fans should know

Is it legal to carry alcohol while tailgating? What Steelers and Pitt fans should know

Football season is back, but carrying alcohol beyond a designated tailgate area could lead to a citation under local rules.

Warren County Celebrates 150th Anniversary of Historic Courthouse

Warren County Celebrates 150th Anniversary of Historic Courthouse

Warren County, Pennsylvania, recently commemorated the 150th anniversary of its historic courthouse with a ceremony highlighting its architectural and judicial history. Community members, county officials, and state lawmakers gathered in the main courtroom for the event, which included historical presentations, proclamations, and legislative citations. The current Italian Renaissance-style courthouse, designed by Buffalo architect M.E. Beebe, was completed in 1876 after the previous structure was destroyed by fire in 1854 and county facilities were condemned in 1873. The original construction, costing between $97,000 and $107,000, faced challenges including a worker strike for fair compensation. The courthouse stands 120 feet tall to the top of its Lady Justice statue and has undergone several expansions, including a North Wing addition in 1925 and a major expansion in 2003 that added a second courtroom. The ceremony also touched upon significant historical events associated with the courthouse, such as wh...

Eastern Pennsylvania District Attorneys File Major Consumer Protection Lawsuit Against Vivid Seats Over Deceptive Pricing

Eastern Pennsylvania District Attorneys File Major Consumer Protection Lawsuit Against Vivid Seats Over Deceptive Pricing

A bipartisan coalition of District Attorneys from seven Eastern Pennsylvania counties has filed a significant consumer protection lawsuit against Vivid Seats, Inc., a major secondary ticketing company. The lawsuit, spearheaded by the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, alleges that Vivid Seats systematically violates Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law. The core of the complaint centers on deceptive pricing schemes, specifically 'drip pricing' and hidden 'junk fees,' which allegedly manipulate consumers by obscuring the true cost of event tickets. According to the lawsuit, Vivid Seats advertises artificially low initial prices, then incrementally adds mandatory fees during the checkout process, sometimes increasing the final price by as much as 80%. The suit also claims the company uses 'dark patterns' like misleading countdown timers to pressure consumers into completing transactions before fully realizing the total cost.

Pennsylvania Woman Loses $384K in Alleged Romance Scam, State Police Investigate

Pennsylvania Woman Loses $384K in Alleged Romance Scam, State Police Investigate

A 63-year-old woman from Lebanon, Pennsylvania, has reportedly lost approximately $384,000 and hundreds of Apple gift cards in an alleged romance and catfishing scam. The Jonestown Criminal Investigation Unit of the Pennsylvania State Police initiated an investigation into the reported fraud on September 6. Troopers are currently reviewing financial records and transactions to determine the exact amount of the victim's losses and to identify individuals and accounts associated with the scheme. State police are issuing warnings to the public, advising against sending money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or financial information to individuals known only through online interactions. They also caution against providing gift card security codes, making wire transfers, or withdrawing money at the direction of an online romantic partner. The police further recommend being suspicious of anyone claiming to be a celebrity, musician, military member, or other professional who cannot meet in person or repeatedly reques...

Pennsylvania Woman Scammed Out of Over $300,000 in Online Romance Scheme

Pennsylvania Woman Scammed Out of Over $300,000 in Online Romance Scheme

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an online romance-catfish scheme that defrauded a 63-year-old woman in Lebanon County of more than $384,000 and hundreds of Apple gift cards. The victim reported the scam to authorities in Jonestown, Pennsylvania. Police are currently reviewing financial records and transactions to ascertain the precise extent of her losses and are working to identify the accounts and individuals involved in the fraudulent operation. This incident highlights the growing threat of online romance scams, which often target vulnerable individuals by building emotional connections before soliciting money.

Astros 3 HRs Back Big Wes; Hold On for 6-5 Win Over Phillies

Astros 3 HRs Back Big Wes; Hold On for 6-5 Win Over Phillies

It turned into a nail-biter, but what a way to start a road trip! Astros 6 Phillies 5. The fireworks started early, silencing much of the 39,262 in attendance. Daulton Varsho doubled to start things in the second. Yanier Diaz followed with a single and then Christian Walker unleashed a dinger to center field and […]

Domtar Seeks Senior Wood Procurement Supply Manager in Johnsonburg, PA

Domtar Seeks Senior Wood Procurement Supply Manager in Johnsonburg, PA

Domtar Seeks Senior Wood Procurement Supply Manager in Johnsonburg, PA

Rep. Chrissy Houlahan Expresses Confusion Over Sen. John Fetterman's Voting Alignment with Pennsylvania Democrats

Rep. Chrissy Houlahan Expresses Confusion Over Sen. John Fetterman's Voting Alignment with Pennsylvania Democrats

Rep. Chrissy Houlahan has voiced her confusion regarding Senator John Fetterman's voting record and its alignment with other Pennsylvania Democrats. This sentiment is part of a broader fracture within the Pennsylvania Democratic House delegation concerning Fetterman's actions. Other representatives, including Madeleine Dean and Summer Lee, have also expressed disagreement or concern. The discord intensified following a Wall Street Journal report, which cited internal texts and former staffers, detailing Fetterman's alleged absenteeism, cancellations, and controversial remarks. For instance, Fetterman reportedly cast the deciding 8-7 committee vote to advance President Trump’s homeland security nominee, Sen. Markwayne Mullin, making him the only Democrat on the panel to do so. This vote, among other actions, has led to significant criticism from his Democratic colleagues.

Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor has home broken into

Steelers rookie Max Iheanachor has home broken into

Steelers rookie has home broken into.

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New York's favorite beer revealed. See which brand topped the list

A Google Trends analysis ranked New York 36th among states for interest in major beer brands and found one familiar import was the state's most-searched beer.

Five Underrated U.S. Road Trips Highlighted for Unique Historical and Natural Experiences

Five Underrated U.S. Road Trips Highlighted for Unique Historical and Natural Experiences

Five lesser-known U.S. road trips are being highlighted for their unique historical, geographical, and cultural significance, offering alternatives to popular routes like Route 66 or the Pacific Coast Highway. These include the Talimena National Scenic Byway in Oklahoma and Arkansas, the Journey Through Hallowed Ground from Pennsylvania to Virginia, the Northwest Passage Scenic Byway in Idaho, the Trail of the Ancients in the Four Corners region, and the Palouse Scenic Byway in Washington State. Each route provides distinct experiences, from mountainous vistas and untouched forests to dense concentrations of American history, ancient archaeological sites, and unique agricultural landscapes.

GROWMARK FS Seeks Agronomy Operations Intern in Preston, MD to Support Agricultural Services

GROWMARK FS Seeks Agronomy Operations Intern in Preston, MD to Support Agricultural Services

GROWMARK FS Seeks Agronomy Operations Intern in Preston, MD to Support Agricultural Services