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Christman Blog: A Moment with Arlen That Didn’t Make It to Air
It was 1997 and a major event was unfolding in Philadelphia. General Colin Powell had brought together all living U.S. Presidents, with the exception of the ailing Ronald Reagan, for “The Presidents Summit for America’s Future.” It was the grand kickoff for his America’s Promise initiative. In addition to Presidents Ford, Carter, Bush41 and Clinton, Philadelphia […]
Notable Reactions to the Passing of Arlen Specter (1930-2012)
President Barack Obama: “Arlen Specter was always a fighter. From his days stamping out corruption as a prosecutor in Philadelphia to his three decades of service in the Senate, Arlen was fiercely independent – never putting party or ideology ahead of the people he was chosen to serve. He brought that same toughness and determination […]
Arlen Specter Dies at 82
Former U.S. Senator Arlen Specter, who towered over Pennsylvania politics for decades, has passed away after an extended battle with cancer. Specter lost his fight after announcing last summer that he was once again diagnosed with non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. It was Specter’s third time around battling the disease. From his work with the Warren Commission, to […]
Radio PA Roundtable 10.12.12
On this week’s Radio PA Roundtable, Brad Christman and Matt Paul wrap up the Jerry Sandusky sentencing in Centre County, bringing you reactions and a three-minute statement from Sandusky himself. Also, a look ahead toward the prospects for a good holiday shopping season to boost a sluggish economy… Radio PA Roundtable is a 30-minute program […]
Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s luck at keeping Chronic Wasting Disease at bay has run out, its aggressive surveillance program has found a case on an Adams County deer farm. The positive sample came from a white tailed deer at a farm in New Oxford. As a result, the state has also quarantined two other farms directly associated with […]
New Law Gets Tough on Drivers’ Unpaid Restitution
Previously, Pennsylvanians who owed restitution for a driving-related offense would only have to pay half in order to get back their license. “So a lot of them were paying the 50% and then not paying the residual; they were just not owning up to their responsibilities and paying the full amount,” explains state Rep. Keith […]
Auditor General Wants Controls on Tattoo Industry
The state Auditor General is calling on lawmakers and the state Health Department to step up the state’s role in regulating the tattoo industry. Auditor General Jack Wagner believes Pennsylvania needs to license and regulate tattoo parlors and artists. He says it’s an invasive procedure that presents the risk of infection if equipment is not […]
Turnpike Chief to Step Down
The CEO of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission will step down at the end of the month. Roger Nutt cited health concerns in his letter of resignation. Turnpike Commission Chair William Lieberman had mixed emotions in his response, but recognized the move is in the best interest of Mr. Nutt’s long-term health. Nutt was named Turnpike […]
Sandusky Sentenced
Ex-Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky will spend the next 30 to 60-years in state prison. Specially Presiding Judge John Cleland handed down the sentence, this morning, after hearing statements from several victims and a rambling ten minute speech from Sandusky himself. “I believe that the sentence the court imposed today was a wise […]
Not Your Average Job Search Website
This new career tool, developed by the state Department of Labor and Industry, isn’t your average job search website. PA Career Coach is designed to make sure Pennsylvanians are ready for the jobs that become available. “First, it’s innovative. Second, it’s common sense,” explains Governor Tom Corbett. “We don’t always get that combination in state […]