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Is the Speed Limit on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Going to Change?
Earlier this month, a bill that would allow the speed limit on certain sections of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to be raised to 70 mph passed the House Transportation Committee in an 18 -4 vote. The bill may now be considered the full PA House of Representatives. Those in favor of the bill argue that safety [...]
7 Symptoms of Possible Fracking Related Illness
Many of those in the fracking, or natural gas drilling industry, would have you believe that there are no serious health risks associated with the process. However, those who live and work near fracking sites are beginning to report common symptoms. Report symptoms include: Trouble breathing. Nausea. Headaches. Rashes. Wheezing. [...]
Are Midstate Drivers Being Ticketed for Texting and Driving in PA?
The answer, according to a recent article in the Patriot News, is no. Not many mid-state drivers are being ticketed for texting and driving because police officers are having a hard time determining if someone is texting and driving in violation of Pennsylvania State law. Specifically, police departments in Upper Allen, Lower Allen, East Pennsboro, [...]
Does Your Car Have a Spare Tire? Should It?
Recently, AAA MidAtlantic released a report that found that 1 in 8 new cars come without a spare tire. Instead of spares, cars may come with tires that supposedly run while flat or repair kits. The goal is to improve gas mileage by reducing extra weight in the vehicle. Despite the trend, AAA warns that [...]
Fracking Complaints Filed with PA Department of Health
At the end of April, the Pennsylvania Department of Health indicated that it has received 30 complaints over the last year from people who claim that their health has been impacted by fracking or natural gas drilling. So far the agency has refused to disclose the nature of the complaints and details such as the [...]
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