Day: August 23, 2024

Pennsylvania News

PA to Introduce Plans to Join Other States Requiring Students Be Taught Cursive

The Pennsylvania Senate plans to introduce a bill that would mandate cursive handwriting instruction in schools. The proposal aims to reintegrate cursive writing into the curriculum amid increasing emphasis on digital skills. Cursive writing is currently required in at least 18 other states, including Alabama and California. Many supporters of the bill say that cursive […]

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Local News

Fire Police Officer Recovering After Being Hit By Vehicle

Details are now emerging about an investigation that is underway by Granville Township police, after a fire police officer was struck by a vehicle Wednesday night while directing traffic. The incident occurred on Route 522 as crews were clearing a scene where smoke was reported. The injured officer was provided initial care by fellow responders […]

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Local News

Mifflin Commissioners Take Aim at Sheetz

The Mifflin County Commissioners sent a rather unusual email to Sheetz yesterday afternoon. The email read in part as follows… “As county commissioners, we are always concerned about the prices of goods and services in our community. We have spoken with a gas consultant in the field, and we have received detailed reports on fuel […]

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