Give the Gift of Life
The American Red Cross reports about a 21% decline in blood and platelet donations during holiday weeks, including Independence Day, making it extremely challenging to ensure blood is available when hospitals need it. To schedule an appointment to donate, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. If you donate […]
Read MoreFarm Market Vouchers Available
Fresh local fruits, veggies and other food items are available to low-income seniors and Women, Infants, and Children program recipients in Pennsylvania at various approved farmers’ markets. If you qualify, you can use vouchers from approved farmers at markets and farm stands between June and September. The program also helps support local farm families.
Read MoreSubstitute Teacher Facing Charges
A substitute teacher and track coach in Juniata County is accused of taking illicit images of teens at a party. According to prosecutors, 20 year old Peyton Harris of Mifflintown, a substitute teacher at Newport High School in Perry County and Juniata High School, has been charged with possession and dissemination of child pornography. Harris […]
Read MoreHeat Affects Dogs and PA Law Backs It Up
As summer begins to heat up, a reminder today that Pennsylvania has a law restricting just how long dogs can be tied up in extreme temperatures. It’s unlawful to have a pet tethered outdoors unless it’s provided with a sanitary shelter that keeps them dry and regulates their normal body temperature. Dogs should spend no […]
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