Push On To Reject Studded Tire Bill
Harrisburg officials urge the state Senate to reject a bill allowing studded tires amid concerns over safety and added resurfacing costs. The Transportation Commission voted against restoring studs, noting they raise maintenance expenses and limited highway funds. A 1978 ban is in effect after April 30. studies show studs offer questionable safety benefits and increase wear.
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Anna Engle Hospitalized as Pittsburgh House Is Boarded Up
Anna Engle, 82, kept dogs in a dilapidated farmhouse unfit for habitation. Health officials say the home lacks heat, water, a bathroom, and other amenities. She will stay in St. Francis Hospital for up to 20 days for emergency examination under Mental Health Act procedures. The house has been ordered boarded up by a common pleas judge, with attorneys appointed for Engle.
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Bally to convert Marlborough-Blenheim into casino
Bally Manufacturing Corp reports it has purchased 90 percent of the Marlborough-Blenheim hotel in Atlantic City for more than 50 million dollars to convert the turn-of-the-century site into a new casino.
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