Ashad Hajela | Spotlight PA State College
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Rural school districts in north-central Pennsylvania have been forced to close elementary schools because of aging infrastructure, budget shortfalls, and declining student populations. -
A Pa. hospital’s revoked property tax exemption is a ‘warning shot’ to other nonprofits, expert saysA Commonwealth Court judge recently revoked a Southeastern Pennsylvania nonprofit hospital’s property tax exemption and denied appeals regarding three others. -
Two Pa. school districts now allow their police officers to store and use guns like AR-15s. Officials argue the weapons will keep students safe in a mass shooting. -
Pennsylvania municipalities that lack home rule charters are unable to increase a variety of taxes beyond limits set by a state law from the 1960s, according to a new report. -
Light pollution is slowly encroaching on the Pennsylvania Wilds. Environmental groups and residents are suggesting regulations that protect night sky views and the commerce they bring. -
The lack of local maintenance codes can contribute to poor housing quality and less investment in areas, according to a study from the Center for Rural Pennsylvania. -
The winner of the 2022 Pennsylvania race for governor will have the authority to address a wide range of issues affecting roughly 3.4 million people. -
Costly regulations and smaller populations relative to urban areas have prevented any providers from opening since one in State College closed after a series of scandals.
