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Pennsylvania Officials Launch Campaign to Raise Awareness of Spiked Drinks
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) — State officials have unveiled a new poster designed to spread awareness about the dangers of drink spiking, according to a press release. State Rep. Dan Deasy, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, the Pennsylvania State...

TV Talk: Western Pa. mansion profiled on HGTV’s ‘Scariest House;’ WPXI reporter exits
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What Pennsylvania voters need to know before Nov. 4 election
Pennsylvanians have until Oct. 20 to register to vote or update their voter information ahead of the Nov. 4 municipal election. To register, individuals must be at least 18 years old by Election Day, have been a U.S. citizen for at least a month...

Swarthmore gets a new bookstore | Inquirer Greater Media
Hi, Greater Media! 👋 A new independent bookshop opening in Swarthmore this weekend is aiming to become a third space in the community. Also this week, Media has a new Pride mural, we caught up with Task creator Brad Ingelsby, and we checked in on...

What to see in Erie entertainment and arts before 2025 ends
Erie offers a variety of entertainment events through the end of the year. Things to see include concerts, comedy shows, theater productions and art exhibits. Holiday-themed shows like "Cirque Dreams Holidaze" and "Mannheim Steamroller Christmas"...

Taylor Swift’s big week with ‘The Life of a Showgirl’: an album, movies, interviews and surprises
The Taylor Swift wave, almost a tsunami, advances inexorably. Her anxious fans, her exhausted detractors, and all those who couldn’t care less are all going to get tired of seeing her everywhere this week, especially in the United States. Because...

North Boulder gallery spotlights protest art with ‘Fortunate Son’; plus dozens of other area exhibits
BOULDER AREA 15th Street Gallery: Featuring lithographs by Santa Fe artist Rodney Carswell; open by appointment only; 1708 15th St., Boulder; 15thstreetgalleryboulder.com Ana’s Art Gallery: “Margo Berkowitz and the World of Abstract,” oil and...

10/2 Playbook: Quinnipiac’s Pennsylvania Poll
✡️ Thursday. Wishing all who observe Yom Kippur a meaningful day of reflection. 🗞️ In Today’s Playbook. 3 in 5 Pennsylvanians Approve of Shapiro’s Job Performance. Gun Bill Debate Leads to Shouting Match in PA House. White House Asks Penn to Sign...

People line up for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shoe drop at Dick's House of Sport
People start lining up for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shoe drop at Dick's House of Sport The shoes have sold out within minutes each time they've been released online NINE RIGHT HERE ON KOCO FIVE NEWS. ALL RIGHT. WE WANT TO GET YOU BACK OUTSIDE LIVE...

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's model daughter Sunday Rose returns to social media for the first time since her parents' marriage split
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's model daughter has returned to social media for the first time since her superstar parents confirmed their marriage is over. Kidman announced her separation from country star Urban on Tuesday, effectively drawing a...

4 reasons why you keep abandoning your fitness trackers (and how to stop them from happening again)
Picture this: You excitedly buy a new smartwatch. At first, you can't get enough of it — you wear it day and night, track your every move and check all fitness reports. Fitness tracking becomes a part of your day-to-day routine. However, this...

11 creepy facts about Pennsylvania that textbooks leave out
You may not have learned these unsettling facts about Pennsylvania in school. Textbooks, of course, celebrate Pennsylvania’s role in American history, from the nation’s founding to its wars and industries. But these historical milestones often...

How Pennsylvania turned opioid settlement money into real solutions | Opinion
By Michael Puskaric For far too long, the opioid crisis has stolen lives, torn apart families, and strained communities across Pennsylvania—especially in our rural and industrial towns in the state. As someone who represented these communities in...

A bill before Pennsylvania’s legislature would give consumers control of their data | PennLive letters
Small business owners in Pennsylvania understand that trust is foundational for any successful business — especially when it comes to handling personal data. Whether it’s a corner bakery in Erie, a tech startup in Pittsburgh, or a clothing...

Which states are most interested in country music?
Google Trends is a Google website that tracks the most popular search terms daily. We recently looked up which states had the most interest in country music in the last 12 months. The results may surprise you. These are the states that Google...

How to Watch No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball at No. 16 Penn State, Rutgers: Previews, Breakdowns, TV Channel
One Big Ten weekend down, and nine more to go for the No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team. The Huskers started conference play in great form, sweeping both Michigan and Maryland as NU continues its stranglehold on college volleyball. The competition...

Lehigh Valley Buddy Walk helping raise funds for Eastern Pennsylvania Down Syndrome Center
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month and this Saturday marks the 26th Annual Lehigh Valley Buddy Walk. The event shows us the pathway to inclusivity and understanding individuals with Down Syndrome. 69 News Reporter...

Office Hours: Faculty on the Role of Professors in the Liberal Arts
As part of a new regular opinions series, “Office Hours,” we aim to feature a range of faculty voices on higher education and specific questions relating to Swarthmore College. We believe that students, staff, and other faculty could greatly...

10 Weekend Getaways From NYC for Lobster Rolls, Contemporary Art, and Fall Foliage
There’s nowhere like New York City, but sometimes you need a break from the urban grind. And whether you’re after a coastal getaway or want to explore another major city, getting out of New York is easy. A quick train or bus ride or drive will...

TV Crime Drama “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” Films in Fieldston & Riverdale for 25th Season
By DAVID GREENE DET. OLIVIA BENSON, played by actress Mariska Hargitay, stands next to a patrol car outside Manhattan College in Fieldston during the shooting of a scene for “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. Image...