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Pa. election 2026: Where governor candidates Garrity and Shapiro stand on data centers

by Kate Huangpu of Spotlight PA

As public frustration about data centers has risen, both candidates have tempered their enthusiasm.

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Rep. Jason Dawkins (center) speaks at a new conference urging the PA Senate to raise the minimum wage.

Democrats make final push to raise minimum wage in this year’s Pa. budget

by Ethan Young of Spotlight PA

Democrats want to raise Pennsylvania’s hourly minimum wage to $15, which Republican leaders say is too high.

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Will education again divide the Pa. legislature this budget cycle? There are signs of smoother sailing.

by Jaxon White of Spotlight PA

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Does this Pa. utility offer North America’s best-tasting tap water? They’re headed to DC to compete.

by Asha Prihar of Spotlight PA

Next week, the Chester Water Authority will compete against other award-winning providers from around the continent to see who offers the best taste.

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Dishwasher solution, unmarked dates, and other Centre County restaurant inspections for June 29-July 5

by Spotlight PA Staff

Pennsylvania inspected 4 retail food establishments in Centre County between June 29 and July 5. One had violations. See what inspectors found.

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Bare hands, grease buildup, and other Centre County restaurant inspections for June 22-28

by Spotlight PA Staff

Berks County Bureau

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Albright College warned by accreditors over financial instability, budgeting issues

by Amanda Fries of Spotlight PA

The private college’s president says federal aid and its accreditation remain unaffected amid an ongoing “turnaround.”

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Raw food storage, swollen cans, and other Berks County restaurant inspections for June 29-July 5

by Spotlight PA Staff

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