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VA awards $849K for adaptive sports programs in Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG — The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $849,309 in grants to four Pennsylvania organizations that provide adaptive sports programs for veterans and active-duty service members. The funding is part of $16 million awarded to 91 organizations nationwide to expand recreational and competitive opportunities for veterans with disabilities. Programs offer activities such as archery, skiing, cycling, wheelchair softball, hunting and fishing to promote rehabilitation, independence and healthy lifestyles. “Through these grants, we’re strengthening access to ...

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Lewistown man arrested following traffic stop BURNHAM — A Lewistown man was arrested following a traffic stop on North Logan Boulevard in Burnham Borough on Sept. 17, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown. Police said Nicholas McNeil, 25, was stopped at approximately 9:16 p.m. near 402 N. Logan Blvd. for multiple traffic violations. During the stop, police determined McNeil was under the influence of alcohol and marijuana. He was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. The investigation remains ...

Drone restrictions planned for Penn State-USC game

STATE COLLEGE — Pennsylvania State Police are advising the public that temporary flight restrictions and enhanced aviation security measures will be in place for Saturday’s Penn State-USC football game at Beaver Stadium. The game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. A temporary flight restriction will take effect at 6:30 p.m. and remain in place until one hour after the game concludes. The restricted airspace will extend 3 nautical miles around Beaver Stadium and up to 3,000 feet above ground level. Unauthorized drone flights will be prohibited within the restricted ...

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