Today, 18 months into the COVID-19 pandemic and facing another surge in infections, hospitalizations and deaths, Geisinger is announcing that all employees will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Rooted in values for safety and high-quality care, the decision to require the COVID…
Pittsburgh, Pa. - According to a new analysis by University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) scientists, non-pharmaceutical interventions (such as mask mandates) can be effective at limiting the spread of COVID-19, but states must consider their geographical neighbors in or…
Washington, D.C. – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated it's guidance on mask wearing and COVID-19 yesterday.
Altoona, PA – Secretary of the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Dennis Davin joined Stephen McKnight, President and CEO of The Altoona Blair County Development Corporation (ABCD), Altoona Mayor Matthew Pacifico, Blair County Commissioner Bruce Erb, and the owners of Ma…
Williamsport, Pa. – Although vaccines and warmer weather may make it seem like things are back to normal, the threat of COVID-19 is not gone for good. That's why a local group, called Let's end COVID!, is battling the virus by expanding outreach and education.
Washington, D.C. – Between the warmer weather and the steady roll out of COVID-19 vaccines, it's easy to feel like we're entering into the post-pandemic world. Unfortunately, COVID-19 is still present.
COVID-19 Data for Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pa.—One day after Governor Wolf shook the foundations of high school sports in the state, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association responded with a letter of its own.
Harrisburg, Pa. -- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's August, 5 meeting will be open to the public and held at 10 a.m. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the meeting will occur telephonically to minimize risks associated with public gatherings.
Harrisburg, Pa.—Fall sports will move ahead with the key being flexibility.
Harrisburg, Pa. – Pennsylvania State Police Liquor Control Enforcement Officers visited 1,650 licensed liquor establishments from Monday, July 27 through Tuesday, July 28 to ensure businesses are abiding by COVID-19 mitigation requirements that include social distancing, masking, and other h…
As of July 24, Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics has conducted a total of 466 COVID-19 tests of student-athletes as part of its return to campus protocol with eight positive tests and 66 pending tests.
Mansfield, Pa.– Steve McCloskey, retired MU Director of Athletic Operations and Information and 1991 Mansfield graduate, will serve as speaker at Mansfield University’s rescheduled commencement ceremonies on Saturday, August 8 at Karl Van Norman Field.
FDA is warning consumers and health care providers that the agency has seen a sharp increase in hand sanitizer products that are labeled to contain ethanol (also known as ethyl alcohol) but that have tested positive for methanol contamination.
Harrisburg, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board issued clarifying guidance for licensees to reinforce the targeted statewide mitigation efforts at bars and restaurants in response to the recent rise in COVID cases.
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police Liquor Control Enforcement Officers visited 1,876 licensed liquor establishments from Monday, July 20 through Tuesday, July 21 to ensure businesses are abiding by COVID-19 mitigation requirements that include social distancing, masking, and other he…
Teams Would Need Local, Commissioner Approval Before Fans Could Return
Presidents of the University of Pittsburgh, Penn State University and Temple University voiced their support for mask-wearing and mitigation efforts put in place by the Wolf Administration to stop the recent rise in cases of COVID-19 and keep Pennsylvanians safe.
Hepburn Township--Lycoming County Resource Management Services has reopened one additional site at Hepburn Township, located at Bair Park (W. Creek Road).
Effort would strengthen institutions for the future while honoring their local identity
Harrisburg, Pa. - In compliance with state guidelines to minimize the effects of COVID-19, the upcoming Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners meeting will be held only online.
Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police Liquor Control Enforcement Officers visited 3,904 licensed liquor establishments from Monday, July 13 through Thursday, July 16 as part of its regular work to ensure businesses are abiding by COVID-19 mitigation requirements that include social dist…
