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Pennsylvania Perspective for Thursday, July 17, 2025
JD Supra - California
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July 18, 2025
Pennsylvania PA Budget Bill Passes in House, Stalls in Senate On Monday, the Democratic-led state House voted to forward their state budget bill to the Senate, where GOP leadership is skeptical of full passage. While the House’s proposal is poised...
Pennsylvania gaming revenues hit a record of nearly $6.4 billion in 2024-25, Gaming Board says
WPMT - Pennsylvania
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The combined revenue from slot machines and table games, iGaming, sports wagering, video gaming terminals and fantasy sports generated $6,394,641,819 last year. HARRISBURG, Pa. — Gaming revenues in Pennsylvania were at a record high for the...
Company maintains local jobs while expanding market opportunities
The Corry Journal - Pennsylvania
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EDINBORO – Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, and The Great Lakes Data Racks & Cabinets family of companies (collectively "Great Lakes"), a leading manufacturer of custom rack solutions announced Thursday that...
Pennsylvania Gaming Industry Posts Yearly Revenue Record at Nearly $6.4 Billion
Casino.org
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July 18, 2025
Posted on: July 18, 2025, 02:15h. Last updated on: July 18, 2025, 02:15h. Pennsylvania gaming revenue hit a record high in the state’s 2024/25 fiscal year Gamblers lost almost $6.4 billion gambling in the commonwealth during the 12 months iGaming...
Seattle woman sentenced for $1.4M nationwide bank fraud scheme
KHQ - Washington State
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SEATTLE, Wash. – A Seattle woman is facing six years in prison for her involvement in a nationwide bank fraud scheme. The Department of Justice announced the sentencing of 36-year-old Amber Towndrow, who attempted to steal $1.4 million using fake...
Gov. Shapiro announces grant to enhance vital gas station services in rural Pennsylvania
FOX56 - Pennsylvania
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POTTER COUNTY, Pa. (WOLF) — A business in Potter County is the latest to benefit from a state program aimed at attracting tourists to areas of the Commonwealth. The White Pine Country Store, Cafe & Lodge will get thousands of dollars for new gas...
MLB Trade Deadline: 2 Potential Replacements for Anthony Volpe as Yankees Shortstop
Essentially Sports
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July 18, 2025
The New York Yankees didn’t build their legacy by handing out free passes for potential. Yet here we are—Anthony Volpe, once the Gold Glove darling of the Bronx, is now tossing away leads and confidence with equal flair. If defense wins...
Mike Rowe Explains Why In the Age Of Artificial Intelligence, Trade School Is Best Bet For Many Young People
TFPP Wire
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July 18, 2025
Mike Rowe says the one thing AI won’t replace is trade jobs—and he’s urging young people to pay attention. As artificial intelligence disrupts white-collar industries, blue-collar skills may become America’s most secure path to work. Key Facts:...
Sandy Twp. Chief Jason Runyon honored as Pennsylvania American Legion Fireman of the Year
The Courier Express - Pennsylvania
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DuBOIS — Sandy Township Fire Chief Jason Runyon has been awarded the Pennsylvania Fireman of the Year honor by the American Legion, recognizing his leadership in transforming emergency response systems and advancing fire service collaboration...
Pennsylvania senator defends bill protecting legal skill game industry
Lycoming News - Pennsylvania
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July 17, 2025
For the past five years, Pennsylvania State Senator Gene Yaw has been working with small businesses, veterans' organizations, and the skill game industry to develop a fair regulatory and taxation framework for legal skill games. The result is...
Senator Joe Pittman provides updates on AI summit and Pennsylvania Senate budget talks
West Central PA News - Pennsylvania
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July 18, 2025
Senator Joe Pittman, a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate, provided updates on legislative activities and recent events through his Twitter account in mid-July 2025.On July 16, Pittman highlighted a recent event in Pittsburgh: "What a great...
Mass layoffs continue across freight-related companies in the U.S.
Yahoo Finance
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Another wave of closures and layoffs has hit workers and companies tied to commercial transportation, manufacturing, lumber production, distribution and logistics across the U.S. Over the past several weeks, there have been 4,137 job cuts...
Veolia Acquires Icetec to Expand Digital and Distributed Energy Business
Power Magazine
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July 18, 2025
Veolia, a leading global integrated provider of environmental services, said it has completed the acquisition of Icetec, a Pennsylvania-based digital and distributed energy management company with more than 20 years of experience in generating...
Pennsylvania Guard Soldiers Simulate Chaos in Exercise
US Army
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July 17, 2025
FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. – Soldiers from Pennsylvania Army Guard’s B Company, 1st Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment, 56th Stryker Brigade Combat Team conducted training at the live-fire shoot house here during the unit’s annual training. The...
Arthur J. Gallagher purchases Pennsylvania-based Equinox Agency
Life Insurance International
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July 18, 2025
US-based insurance brokerage Arthur J. Gallagher has acquired Equinox Agency, a Pennsylvania-based employee health and benefits consultancy. Financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed. Equinox Agency, located in Emmaus,...
Pennsylvania Senate backs measure supporting veteran benefit reforms
South Central PA News - Pennsylvania
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July 17, 2025
Douglas Vincent Mastriano, Pennsylvania State Senator from 33rd District | senatormastriano.comDouglas Vincent Mastriano, Pennsylvania State Senator from 33rd District | senatormastriano.com The Pennsylvania state Senate has unanimously adopted a...
Man With ‘Fugitive To-Do List’ Lured PA Victim, Robbed Bank App, Fled To GA After Fight: DOJ
Daily Voice
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July 18, 2025
Donnie Taylor, 21, of Wilmington, lured a Pennsylvania man to a New Castle parking lot with the promise of sex in the early hours of Oct. 17, 2022, according to the DOJ. Once the man arrived, Taylor and Kyaire Finch punched him in the head, stole...
Study casts further doubt on the voluntary carbon market
E&E News
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July 18, 2025
A major global carbon market is facing renewed scrutiny with a new study questioning the credibility of auditors who decide the validity of projects that claim to help fight climate change. Auditors are a key part of the world’s voluntary carbon...
Nationwide bank fraud leader sentenced to six years for sophisticated identity theft scheme
Evergreen Reporter - Washington
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July 17, 2025
Teal Luthy Miller Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Washington | Department of JusticeTeal Luthy Miller Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Washington | Department of Justice Seattle – A woman involved...
Greentube extends German market reach through bet365 Slots integration
Gambling Insider
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Novomatic’s digital arm rolls out key titles, including Book of Ra and Diamond Link series in continued expansion strategy. By Shaan Khan Key points: - Greentube content now live with bet365 Slots in Germany, including Cash Connection and Diamond...