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The best story
1. Shapiro will present a “lightning plan” for quick energy projects in Commonwealth
“Saying that Pennsylvania” loses ” Governor Josh Shapiro Today he called Commonwealth to make it more competitive, presenting his “lightning plan” to secure the future of the energy of the state.
The Democrats’ plan will ensure financing new projects through updated economic development in Pennsylvania for the developing tax relief for the economy (EDGE), improve the approval of energy projects, creating a state -owned energy plate in order to reduce bureaucracy and encourage the community to reduce media bills via public public utility Energy resources. “(Politics)
- Shapiro is looking for “Błyskawica” campaign to strengthen the PA energy sector. (New news about the castle)
Elsewhere
Trump says that Tariffs for Canada and Mexico on Saturday and decide whether to tax their oil. “The risk of tariffs for Canadian and Mexican crude oil may undermine Trump’s repeated commitment to reduce general inflation by reducing energy costs.” (AP)
Where will Trump and Vance land in rail safety? Deluzio says that they should “put actions for their words”. “US representative Chris Deluzio, D-Fox Chapel, appeared on Wednesday afternoon in Tanetum and stood next to the set of railway tracks to remind everyone that although Congress entered a new session with new leadership, he still pressed the Railway Safety Act. “(Pittsburgh Union Progress)
Punxy ready for a full marmot weekend. “It seems that this is probably the largest crowd for Punxy Phil’s forecast on Świstak Day on Sunday, February 2, starting from 3am at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney.” (Spirit Punxsutawney)
Country
2. Improving the registration system of voters in Pennsylvania remains behind the schedule
“Over a year after the Pennsylvania Department canceled the contract for improving the voter registration system, there is still no replacement agreement.
The state since 2019 has been trying to update the nationwide uniformed voters’ register, or the state voters database, which was built at the beginning of 2000 and there are still many functions of the election.
Local election officials complain that the system is outdated, tends to fail and requires a complex circumventing for some processes. “(PoliticSpa)
Elsewhere
The Shapiro agreement on the price of electricity prices will probably cause a fresh debate on pure energy. “Gov. Josh Shapiro declared a partial victory in the battle to reduce the increase in electricity prices, but critics say that the governor has exceeded his achievements when it comes to the energy market with many movable parts. “(Pennlive)
Fire resignation by the PA consumer lawyer gives birth to an office of fear, he will lose independence. “In a letter announcing that he would give up the consumer function of Pennsylvania, Patrick Cicero claimed that he was a victim of” a public campaign conducted by various tools belonging to investors to obtain my removal. ” (Spotlight Pa)
New research shows that PA poviats with their own health departments see benefits. “Epidemiologist Becky Dawson and other researchers have just published a study showing poviats they have, have more primary care doctors, more people who are vaccinations and lower infant mortality rates, including health means.” (Why)
HSN closes its headquarters of St. Petersburg after almost 50 years and moves to Pennsylvania. “The Digital HSN shopping network leaves St. Petersburg after almost 50 years. The headquarters of HSN, located at Roosevelt Boulevard in the gate zone, closes within months and moves with the sister network of QVC to West Chester, Pennsylvania, the home of their parent company, Qrope Retail. “(WUSF)
Around the community of nations
3. Reduced election significance of the suburbs of PA
“By going to the day of election 2024, the mainstream media fallen breathlessly lined up the flesh as voters who will determine the next President of the United States. “Ground Zero”, “The Whole Deal” and “Mini Blue Wall” were used by experts to emphasize the importance of suburban voters. But now that the dust has subsided, it seems that none of these forecasts was precise.
Recent data published by the Department of State in Pennsylvania indicate that suburban voters in Pennsylvania did not decide on the presidential election in 2024, as well as their customary role in the past. In fact, the data reveal that suburban voters were a delayed indicator of historical political equalization, which transformed the American policy into a predible future. “(Realclear Pennsylvania)
Elsewhere
Political Push polls are aimed at shaping the public in the race of the mayor of Pittsburgh. “Many of us hate political surveys or claim. Not Erin Breen. So two weeks ago, when she got an SMS, who asked: “Can you share your thoughts in this 3 -minute survey in Pittsburgh? Thanks! “Breen clicked the link. It could give her a preview of the types of attacks, which we will soon hear in the race of the mayor of Pittsburg.” (Wesa politics)
Philly has 9 judges, and some officials say that the city has been dropped in the contract to fill in places elsewhere. “Legislators in state senate may approve free court places in 10 poviats next week. Philadelphia – which has the most open judicial fines in any county – is not one of them. “(Philadelphia Inquirer)
911 enters the 21st century throughout the PA, along with location pins, connections of the counties, texts. “Communication 911 in Pennsylvania finally entered the 21st century, and the dated analog system used for 60 years currently replaced by fiber optic optics and long technology available in smartphones in most, but soon there will be all communities in communities.” (Public opinion in Chambersburg)
Cambria commissioners claim that the print error caused problems with the vote, new protocols were announced. “Problems with the day of election in Cambria, which caused widespread problems with voting cards and a delayed table of votes, were caused by printing error due to incorrect election communication in universal elections, the commissioners of the unit said on Thursday.” (Johnstown Tribune-Democrat)
The budget difference of the Philadelphia school district threatens the profits of students. “Philadelphia’s school district is facing a huge budget shortage in the coming year. The district must fight the budget gap of $ 442 million in the school year in 2025–26, the curator of Tony Watlington told Axios before his second state of schools yesterday. “(Axios Philadelphia)
Editorial
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5. Row robots bring delivery to the campus
“Grubhub works with Avridide, an autonomous company providing a robot to expand its offer at university campus. The couple introduced 100 robots in the Ohio State University campus, but plans to further expand.
The company states that robots may have a decent amount of food, for example, a pizza and drink range. They also have configurable LED panels that offer animated projects such as university colors. “(Engadget)
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