Lithium-ion batteries have become ubiquitous in how products are powered – from cellphones to power tools to electric vehicles. However, they do pose a fire risk under certain circumstances. Jim Dahle, the director of safety and risk management for Pennsylvania Western University’s ...
With the recent sweltering heat, local swimming pools are getting a lot of use this summer. For those planning a dip in the water with family, it’s important to know how everyone can stay safe. Autumn McLaughlin is the aquatics director for the British Swim School, which offers swim ...
Matt Sieg wants his family and friends to see him play football at the collegiate level. The Fort Cherry junior also has a dream to play professional football at the highest level. Sieg believes Penn State University can provide both. The Rangers’ starting quarterback and defensive back ...
With summer coming to a close, school buses will be back on the roads and motorists are urged to be mindful of school bus laws. The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts reports that two school zone laws – illegally passing a school bus or speeding in a school zone – have been ...
State police and the Washington County Sheriff’s Department came together Wednesday to announce “Project Lifesaver” is now in operation. Sheriff Tony Andronas joined Rocco Gagliardi, a state police public information officer, at the Washington barracks to demonstrate how the program ...
Elected officials and representatives of AT&T were at Peterswood Park Friday morning to mark the completion of a 5G cell tower. The 85-foot-tall structure is located behind Hofbauer Field, and should improve cell service in the area. David Kerr, president of AT&T ...
