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MIFFLINBURG — New historical markers have been placed at the Hassenplug Covered Bridge in Mifflinburg.

The cause and manner of death of a newborn infant girl whose body was buried in a Milton backyard is “pending investigation,” according to Northumberland County Coroner James Kelley.

HARRISBURG — An estimated $230 million in federal education funding due to Pennsylvania is on hold.

LEWISBURG — More than a hundred motorcyclists joined fire engines from William Cameron, Kulpmont, Natalie and Kratzerville fire departments in escorting the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall on its 33-mile motorcade from Lewisburg to Kulpmont Memorial Park on Thursday afternoon.

SHAMOKIN — Multiple juveniles from Shamokin and Coal Township are facing felony and related charges after they allegedly broke into Community Health Care in Shamokin, ransacked the building and spray-painted multiple walls, according to the Shamokin Police Department.

HARRISBURG — Negotiators are working to find “common ground” on Pennsylvania’s next budget as talks progress post-deadline, Gov. Josh Shapiro said Thursday.

Most people love a fireworks display, but many of our furry friends don’t. The loud bangs and crackling sounds can trigger anxiety symptoms in dogs, like pacing, panting, and excessive drooling.

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SUNBURY — Tulpehocken Garden Club will hold its annual flower show in the United Lutheran Church in Sunbury this year.

GREGG TWP. — State Rep. Jamie Flick said Tuesday he will withhold his paycheck until the General Assembly passes a budget.