Legislatura
End LGBTQ discrimination
https://www.citizensvoice.com/opinion/end-lgbtq-discrimination-1.2375711
Bedford highlights new feed project
http://www.altoonamirror.com/news/local-news/2018/08/bedford-highlights-new-feed-project/
MERGING SCHOOLS | Research suggests sweeping statewide consolidations would have mixed financial results for Pennsylvania communities
http://www.tribdem.com/news/merging-schools-research-suggests-sweeping-statewide-consolidations-would-have-mixed/article_6ea8ee32-a416-11e8-baa5-8b5478a19b45.html
Finally, ban puppy mills
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/opinion/finally-ban-puppy-mills-1.2375689
Empresas
German discount grocery chain nixes proposed Wilkes-Barre Twp. Location
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/german-discount-grocery-chain-nixes-proposed-wilkes-barre-twp-location-1.2375721
Berks sports facilities take growing slice of $11.4 billion sports tourism pie
http://www.readingeagle.com/money/article/sports-tourism-on-the-rise
Abusos sexuales del clero
In Carmichaels, a pastor whose name appears on grand jury list addresses his congregation
http://www.post-gazette.com/news/faith-religion/2018/08/19/Carmichaels-pastor-John-Bauer-priest-Catholic-grand-jury-offender-addresses-congregation/stories/201808190161
Area Catholics on Pa. grand jury report: ‘It’s sad … heartbreaking’
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/catholic-clergy-sex-abuse-pennsylvania-grand-jury-20180819.html
‘Enough is enough’: Brighton Heights priest accused in grand jury report says little at Sunday Mass
http://www.post-gazette.com/news/faith-religion/2018/08/19/John-Geinzer-Sunday-Mass-Roman-Catholic-sex-abuse-Little-Sister-Poor-Pittsburgh/stories/201808190167
Pennsylvania, despite all its findings of child sexual abuse, does way too little to help its victims | John Baer
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/pennsylvania/pennsylvania-catholic-clergy-sex-abuse-grand-jury-20180819.html
Catholics consider withholding donations amid scandals
https://triblive.com/usworld/world/13989374-74/catholics-consider-withholding-donations-amid-scandals
Bishop David Zubik: Church today ‘not the church’ of grand jury report
https://triblive.com/local/allegheny/13989048-74/bishop-david-zubik-church-today-not-the-church-of-grand-jury-report
With his blessing? Report: Timlin knew about dozens of abuse allegations
https://www.timesleader.com/news/715509/715509
Bishop apologizes in video message to local parishioners
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/bishop-apologizes-in-video-message-to-local-parishioners-1.2375907
Bishop defends level of detail Scranton diocese disclosed
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/bishop-defends-level-of-detail-scranton-diocese-disclosed-1.2375900
‘Let’s call them what they truly are, crimes’: one Diocese of Harrisburg priest’s message
https://www.pennlive.com/news/2018/08/lets_call_them_what_they_truly.html#incart_river_index
Delito/Castigo
A young woman’s murder rekindles distrust of police in Aliquippa
http://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2018/08/20/Aliquippa-police-rachael-deltondo-homicide-distrust-misconduct-grand-jury/stories/201808160148
In Veterans Court, former service members fight new battle — for redemption
http://www.post-gazette.com/local/city/2018/08/19/Allegheny-County-Veterans-Treatment-Court-Judge-John-Zottola-Dante-Works-Outdoor-Immersion/stories/201808110006
Re-entry program for ex-prisoners gets boost from state
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/re-entry-program-for-ex-prisoners-gets-boost-from-state-1.2375831
Educación
School districts address security as new school year gets underway
https://observer-reporter.com/news/localnews/school-districts-address-security-as-new-school-year-gets-underway/article_8c499e14-9c0a-11e8-ad0b-cb2c6ec98f63.html
West Deer considers putting police in Deer Lakes schools
https://triblive.com/local/valleynewsdispatch/13991011-74/west-deer-considers-putting-police-in-deer-lakes-schools
Strike at Forbes Road vo-tech would affect students at 8 school districts
https://triblive.com/local/valleynewsdispatch/13991020-74/strike-at-forbes-road-vo-tech-would-affect-students-at-8-school-districts
Fire forces Northwest Area to delay first week of school
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/fire-forces-northwest-area-to-delay-first-week-of-school-1.2375911
New superintendents to lead three school districts in Berks
http://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/new-superintendents-to-lead-three-school-districts-in-berks
District highlights heading into the new school year in Berks, Tri-County areas
http://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/district-highlights-heading-into-the-new-school-year-in-berks-tri-county-areas
PIAA football playoffs have made memories for 30 years
http://www.goerie.com/sports/20180819/piaa-football-playoffs-have-made-memories-for-30-years
Incoming freshmen collaborate to tackle food insecurity in Scranton School District
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/incoming-freshmen-collaborate-to-tackle-food-insecurity-in-scranton-school-district-1.2375833
Many college students can’t manage the stress of daily life. This tool can help.
http://www2.philly.com/philly/health/kids-families/emotional-resilience-mental-health-social-learning-20180820.html
The 411 on 529s
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/the-411-on-529s-1.2375697
Elecciones/Política
Voter registrations among young people rise in Berks, across Pennsylvania
http://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/voter-registrations-among-young-people-rise-in-berks-county-across-pa
Delma Rivera-Lytle officially approved as candidate for 93rd District
https://www.yorkdispatch.com/story/news/local/2018/08/17/delma-rivera-lytle-officially-approved-candidate-93rd-district/987768002/
Noticias locales
Municipal funding assistance needed in proposed Luzerne County 911 emergency radio upgrade, officials say
https://www.timesleader.com/news/715551/municipal-funding-assistance-needed-in-proposed-luzerne-county-911-emergency-radio-upgrade-officials-say
Luzerne County seeking applications for new election job
https://www.timesleader.com/news/715541/luzerne-county-seeking-applications-for-new-election-job
Too much rain bad for wells?
https://www.timesleader.com/news/715560/too-much-rain-bad-for-wells
Pittston Tomato Festival wraps up with music, food and fun
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/pittston-tomato-festival-wraps-up-with-music-food-and-fun-1.2375862
Restoration of historic mine car moves forward in Ashley
https://www.citizensvoice.com/news/restoration-of-historic-mine-car-moves-forward-in-ashley-1.2375725
Scranton council solicitor: Park lease appears to violate ethics code
https://www.thetimes-tribune.com/news/scranton-council-solicitor-park-lease-appears-to-violate-ethics-code-1.2375981
Mayor sees savings in LED project
https://www.standardspeaker.com/news/mayor-sees-savings-in-led-project-1.2375733
Pioneer Day celebrates anthracite coal industry
https://www.standardspeaker.com/news/pioneer-day-celebrates-anthracite-coal-industry-1.2375746
Proposal for taller hotels put to bed for now
https://www.standardspeaker.com/news/proposal-for-taller-hotels-put-to-bed-for-now-1.2375731
‘Kindhearted’ Kaley holds cookie sale, raises more than $850 to benefit Harrison police
https://triblive.com/local/valleynewsdispatch/13990134-74/kindhearted-kaley-holds-cookie-sale-raises-more-than-850-to-benefit-harrison
Motorcycle run raises money for Officer Brian Shaw Scholarship Fund
https://triblive.com/local/valleynewsdispatch/13989433-74/motorcycle-run-raises-money-for-officer-brian-shaw-scholarship-fund
Giving back produces a paycheck for New Kensington man
https://triblive.com/local/valleynewsdispatch/13988390-74/giving-back-produces-a-paycheck-for-new-kensington-man
What you need to know about the trial of Vaughn Spencer
http://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-trial-of-vaughn-spencer
Allentown’s Pride in the Park, for 25th celebration Sunday, brings together ‘LGBT homies’
http://www.mcall.com/news/local/mc-nws-allentown-pride-in-the-park-20180816-story.html
Run4Sam draws about 120 runners to 11th annual fundraiser in Spring Township
http://www.readingeagle.com/news/article/run4sam-draws-about-120-runners-to-11th-annual-fundraiser-in-spring-township
Noticias nacionales
A toxic comeback? If anything, the EPA should tighten asbestos restrictions
http://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/editorials/2018/08/20/A-toxic-comeback-If-anything-the-EPA-should-tighten-asbestos-restrictions/stories/201808200011
Filadelfia
Would-be police HQ site at West Philly insurance building to become public health campus
http://www2.philly.com/philly/business/real_estate/commercial/provident-mutual-iron-stone-police-headquarters-phmc-20180820.html
A senseless murder in Philly is latest sign that toxic masculinity is killing us | Will Bunch
http://www.philly.com/philly/columnists/will_bunch/toxic-masculinity-in-america-getting-worse-murder-link-20180819.html
Despite the rain (again), Dominicans celebrated culture and their Philly impact
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/dominicans-philadelphia-parade-immigration-20180819.html
How reverse mortgages can hurt, rather than help, aging Philly homeowners
http://www2.philly.com/philly/business/real_estate/reverse-mortgage-philadelphia-african-america-foreclosure-20180820.html
Philadelphia needs Election Day workers | Opinion
http://www2.philly.com/philly/opinion/philadelphia-election-day-workers-vacancy-vote-polls-20180820.html
Pitt
The Shrine Circus in Pittsburgh is entering its 69th year — and it could be the last
http://www.post-gazette.com/local/city/2018/08/19/Shrine-Circus-Pittsburgh-Syria-Shrine-Ringling-Bros-animal-treatment-bullhooks-Humane-Action/stories/201808170128
Pittsburgh Land Bank sale process questioned
http://www.post-gazette.com/business/development/2018/08/20/Pittsburgh-Land-Bank-sale-process-questioned/stories/201808200014
On Liberty Avenue, the pedestrians get an extra traffic lane
http://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/2018/08/20/Pittsburgh-Downtown-Partnership-Nina-Chase-Bae-Bae-s-Kitchen-Edward-Lai-Ashley-Bae-Pittsburgh-Playwrights-August-Wilson-Center/stories/201808190006
Documentary highlights efforts to memorialize 1.5 million children killed in the Holocaust
https://triblive.com/local/allegheny/13989291-74/documentary-highlights-efforts-to-memorialize-15-million-children-killed-in-the-holocaust
Noticias del Estado
Financial path sought for one hidden gem in Fayette County
http://www.post-gazette.com/news/environment/2018/08/19/Trail-project-seeks-support-Indian-creek-cycling-hiking/stories/201808160147
McDonald boy, 13, killed in ATV accident
http://www.post-gazette.com/local/washington/2018/08/19/McDonald-boy-13-killed-in-ATV-accident-cody-stickley/stories/201808190163
Flight 93 passengers, crew ‘looked evil in the eye and stopped it,’ air traffic controller recalls
https://triblive.com/local/regional/13989333-74/flight-93-passengers-crew-looked-evil-in-the-eye-and-stopped-it
Transporte
PennDOT adopts latest 12-year plan with several local bridges listed for rehab
http://www.post-gazette.com/news/transportation/2018/08/19/PennDOT-adopts-12-year-plan-rehab-bridges-Smithfield-Street-Highland-Park-McKees-Rocks/stories/201808200029
Change in paratransit funding, private vendors worries Westmoreland officials
https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/13986656-74/change-in-paratransit-funding-private-vendors-worries-westmoreland-officials
Bridge work finished on Little Deer Creek Valley Road
https://triblive.com/local/valleynewsdispatch/13991368-74/bridge-work-finished-on-little-deer-creek-valley-road
Queen City Airport marks its 75th anniversary: ‘A real gem’
http://www.mcall.com/entertainment/insider/mc-ent-queen-ciity-marks-75th-anniversary-20180717-story.html
Washington
Small Business Administration chief Linda McMahon is Trump’s happy wrestler
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/inq-phillydeals/trump-sba-linda-mcmahon-pro-wrestling-small-business-administration-smolenak-hammer-and-stain-joseph-n-distefano-20180820.html