Pennsylvania liquor stores to begin lottery sales statewide
Harrisburg reports that the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board announced lottery sales at wine and spirits stores. The change, effective this week, allows self service instant tickets, longer hours, holiday open hours, and Sunday operations. Manchester Township premium store grand opening noted.
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Pittsburgh acts to curb teen crime amid regatta rowdiness
Pittsburgh mayor Bill Peduto announces increased police patrols and an advisory council return to curb youth violence after more than six arrests from Sunday night gatherings during a regatta. Police will monitor social media for movements and potential clashes and prepare for possible incidents.
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Piping plovers return sighted at Presque Isle Beach
Erie experts note a male piping plover appeared at Presque Isle Beach in May signaling potential habitat revival for the species here. The bird has yet to attract a mate as conservationists track the longstanding Great Lakes population on the endangered list since the 1980s.
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Woman dies from poisoning in PA home
Investigators in western Pennsylvania say an 82-year-old woman died of what appears to be carbon monoxide poisoning after authorities found her dead in an attached garage at her Penn Hills home. Police say the death appears accidental and an autopsy was planned.
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Boy decapitated on Verruckt waterslide tragedy in Kansas City
A 10 year old boy Caleb Schwab was decapitated on the Verruckt raft ride at Schlitterbahn Water Park in Kansas City Kansas. Two women in the raft were treated for facial injuries. Authorities continue to investigate the causes and park officials have reopened except for the ride area.
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Delta Loyal Through Third Day of Computer Woes
Delta Air Lines faced a third day of flight chaos as its computer system slowed. More than 150 flights canceled Wednesday, with 800 canceled Tuesday and 1,000 Monday. The airline expected normal operations by Wednesday afternoon and offered travel waivers, refunds, and $200 vouchers for lengthy delays or cancellations.
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U.S.-backed Libyan forces seize IS hubs in Sirte
Libyan forces backed by the United States say they have captured IsIS headquarters at a convention center in Sirte and seized Ibn Sina hospital, ending weeks of stalemate with airstrikes. The operation, Al Banyan Al Marsous, saw losses on both sides as AFRICOM reports 29 strikes since August 1.
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Promoter accuses star calf ropers of rigging Arlington rodeo
RFD-TV Events filed a lawsuit in Texas alleging three time world champion Tuf Cooper and top roper Timber Moore rigged a Fort Worth area rodeo last year to secure a share of a potential one million dollar side pot. The scheme centered on a bonus for qualifiers and the check was halted by organizers.
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