Gilberto K. Garcia

First Monarch Butterflies Arrive in Pennsylvania in Spring 2025

Monarch butterflies have begun their annual spring migration northward, with the first sightings confirmed in Pennsylvania during early May 2025. This marks an encouraging ...

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New Pennsylvania Bill Proposes Making Election Day a Legal Holiday in 2025

A new bill circulating in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives aims to establish Election Day as an official legal holiday. The proposal seeks to ...

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Fire Departments Nationwide Rely on Pennsylvania-Made Fire Hoses in 2025

Firefighters across the United States are increasingly using fire hoses manufactured in Pennsylvania to combat dangerous blazes. Snap-tite Hose, based in Erie and Union ...

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Addresses GOP Medicaid Cuts, Cannabis Legalization, and More in 2025

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro recently spoke with WILK’s Nancy and Jason about pressing state issues, including the GOP’s proposed Medicaid budget cuts, adult cannabis ...

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Should Hershey’s Kisses Be Pennsylvania’s Official Candy? 5 Local Favorites That Might Be Better

A bill advancing through Pennsylvania’s House aims to crown Hershey’s Kisses as the state’s official candy. But are those iconic foil-wrapped treats truly the ...

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Leave Wildlife Alone: Pennsylvania Officials Warn Against Handling Young Animals in 2025

As warmer weather draws more people outdoors, Pennsylvania officials are reminding residents not to approach or handle young wildlife. Despite appearing abandoned, these animals ...

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Pennsylvania Senator Criticized for Flamethrower Video Targeting Governor Shapiro’s Budget – 2025

A Pennsylvania State Senator is under fire for using a flamethrower in a political video criticizing Governor Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal. The video sparked ...

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Proposed 2025 Pennsylvania Law Seeks Harsher Penalties for Trail Camera Theft and Vandalism

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A new bill advancing in the Pennsylvania legislature aims to impose tougher penalties, including jail time and hefty fines, on individuals ...

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Pennsylvania Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling Machines in 2025 Sweep

HARRISBURG, PA — In a sweeping enforcement operation, Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced the seizure of more than 400 illegal gambling machines from ...

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Federal Judge Upholds Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Deportations in Pennsylvania – 2025 Ruling

A federal judge in Pennsylvania has ruled that former President Donald Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport Venezuelan gang members ...

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