Pennsylvania to resume Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, extra $300 per week
Harrisburg, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announced Friday that the payments for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program in the new federal CARES Act extension are resuming. The Dept. of L&I says that PUA assists workers who lost their jobs due to COVID-19 and are not typically eligible for other unemployment compensation programs. This includes gig workers, freelancers, and self-employed workers.
Department officials say those applying for PUA need to know the following information: You can begin filing for the additional 11 claim weeks today, January 22.
Unwanted gift cards? Exchange them for Sheetz gift cards
Today Sheetz announced the return of their gift card exchange program, allowing customers to exchange unwanted holiday gift cards for Sheetz gift cards. According to a press release, gift cards from over 200 retailers and restaurants are accepted. Customers will be able to quickly and easily exchange gift cards for anything inside or outside the store: including food, coffee, gas and other products. Interested customers can visit sheetz.cardcash.com, enter the name of the business your gift card is for and the amount it is worth, and you can see how much Sheetz will offer for it.
What's known about the missionary couple, religious leader killed by Haitian gangs
HAITI (AP) — The local director of a mission group in Haiti and a missionary couple from the U.S. were attacked and fatally shot by gang members after leaving a youth group activity at a church, a family member told The Associated Press.
Thursday's slayings of Jude Montis, the local director of Missions in Haiti Inc., and Natalie and Davy Lloyd, a young married couple from the U.S., happened in the community of Lizon in northern Port-au-Prince.
Wolf signs law to yank toll violators' vehicle registrations
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A measure to help the Pennsylvania Turnpike recover more unpaid tolls was signed into law Thursday, legislation that could trigger the suspension of thousands of vehicle registrations early next year.
Gov. Tom Wolf gave final approval to legislation aimed at getting owners or operators of some 25,000 vehicles to pay their overdue bills for turnpike travel.
After the law takes effect in two months, the process will start with the Turnpike Commission notifying registrants they are seeking to have their registrations suspended.
Woman pierced by flying shrapnel dies in Michigan firework explosion, 9 others injured
PARK TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WWMT) — A woman in Michigan was fatally pierced by flying shrapnel from a firework explosion on Tuesday, police said.
Jana Daniels, 41, died after a piece of the explosion entered her chest cavity, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office and Captain Jake Sparks.
An individual brought a device to a Park Township Fourth of July celebration that was not a commercial firework and was not meant to explode, deputies said.
Blair County officials prohibit feeding ducks at area park
TYRONE, Pa.-- A Blair County borough is taking after action ducks are taking over a local park that could potentially be dangers to people's health.Tyrone Borough Council members voted Monday to prohibit feeding the ducks at Reservoir Park. There are nearly two hundred ducks that call the park home and use it as their bathroom, which poses some health hazards to humans.
"It's really bad up there and it's creating a public health hazard,"
Important tips to keep your pet safe, shaded, and hydrated
Summer is approaching, and although your pets' desire to roam outdoors may remain unchanged, it is crucial to understand the dangers excessive heat can pose to their health and well-being. Extreme temperatures, humidity, and unattended swimming pools are just a few of the hazards to be mindful of to prevent summer-related accidents and illnesses.
From identifying warning signs of heat stroke to simple tricks for keeping your pet hydrated and healthy throughout the summer, here are 9 pet summer safety tips for a fun and safe sunshine season for both you and your favorite furry friend!
More than 100 COVID-19 cases reported at SCI Huntingdon causing spike in county's numbers
HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WJAC) — Huntingdon County has seen a steady increase in cases for weeks, but Thursday the county’s totals jumped significantly.
The Department of Corrections is reporting 108 cases among inmates at SCI Huntingdon.
Huntingdon County EMA Director Joe Thompson says he’s been in constant contact with both the Department of Corrections and the Department of Health during the pandemic and the one day spike in cases isn’t as alarming as it may seem.
NFL clarifies it doesn't endorse views after Chiefs' Butker's controversial speech
ATCHISON, Kan. (TND) — The NFL has responded to the controversial commencement address made by Kansas City Chiefs placekicker Harrison Butker at Benedictine College on Saturday. Harrison Butker gave a speech in his personal capacity," Jonathan Beane, the NFL's senior vice president and chief diversity and inclusion officer, told People in a statement. "His views are not those of the NFL as an organization. The NFL is steadfast in our commitment to inclusion, which only makes our league stronger.
Video shows PA mall thief try to escape by jumping from second floor
Willow Brook, PA — A robbery at a Pennsylvania Apple store went downhill when the suspect apparently injured himself.
Video captures the moment he tried to escape, by jumping from the second floor of the mall.
As the saying goes, crime doesn't pay, and it also can be painful.
Police say the man tried to make a getaway after a robbery at the Apple store in the Willow Grove Mall on April 13th.