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1-on-1 interview | U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick discusses the effects of the Iran war on Pa.
Gas prices in Pennsylvania have risen sharply due to the Iran war, with the state average now at $4.18 per gallon — an increase of $1.06 since the conflict began. McCormick says rising prices are a concernU.S. Sen. Dave McCormick acknowledged the financial strain on Pennsylvanians.”I am worried about gas prices, that the gas is up a buck a gallon,” McCormick said. McCormick expressed hope that relief could come soon as negotiations related to the Iran war progress.”I think the sooner we can finish up the mission and get home, I don’t think there’s any risk of a long, Iraq-like situation, where we’re trying to fix Iran. I think the president’s clear on that, and I’m certainly clear on that,” he said. Farmers feel impact beyond the pumpDuring recent meetings with farmers in Middletown and Tioga County, McCormick noted that higher fuel prices are significantly affecting the agricultural industry.”Fertilizer prices have gone way up largely because of what’s going on in Iran,” he said. Labor issues add to farm concernsMcCormick also addressed labor concerns raised by farmers, particularly regarding the H-2A visa program, which allows farm workers to enter the U.S.”We need to make some changes on that, I think, and maybe even a new visa category for folks that work full-time. And these are jobs that, frankly, most Americans aren’t taking or willing to take. So, so there’s definitely work to do,” he said.
HARRISBURG, Pa. —
Gas prices in Pennsylvania have risen sharply due to the Iran war, with the state average now at $4.18 per gallon — an increase of $1.06 since the conflict began.
McCormick says rising prices are a concern
U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick acknowledged the financial strain on Pennsylvanians.
“I am worried about gas prices, that the gas is up a buck a gallon,” McCormick said.
McCormick expressed hope that relief could come soon as negotiations related to the Iran war progress.
“I think the sooner we can finish up the mission and get home, I don’t think there’s any risk of a long, Iraq-like situation, where we’re trying to fix Iran. I think the president’s clear on that, and I’m certainly clear on that,” he said.
Farmers feel impact beyond the pump
During recent meetings with farmers in Middletown and Tioga County, McCormick noted that higher fuel prices are significantly affecting the agricultural industry.
“Fertilizer prices have gone way up largely because of what’s going on in Iran,” he said.
Labor issues add to farm concerns
McCormick also addressed labor concerns raised by farmers, particularly regarding the H-2A visa program, which allows farm workers to enter the U.S.
“We need to make some changes on that, I think, and maybe even a new visa category for folks that work full-time. And these are jobs that, frankly, most Americans aren’t taking or willing to take. So, so there’s definitely work to do,” he said.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 12:35AM
MARCUS HOOK, Pa. (WPVI) — Residents in Delaware County are being asked to avoid a neighborhood in Marcus Hook after a mercury spill.
The Delaware County Health Department says the spill happened at a vacant home on the 1000 block of Yates Avenue.
Emergency response and environmental assessment teams were on the scene scene evaluating the situation
As a precaution, residents are being asked to avoid the immediate area.
It’s still unclear what caused the spill.
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Recently rescued Ragdoll cats are now available for adoption from the Pennsylvania SPCA.
Agents were able to save 78 cats and kittens from a home in Lancaster County last week.
“Lots of adults are ready to find homes of their own. While they are still nervous and adjusting to their new surroundings, we know that with patient, understanding adopters, they will gain confidence and blossom into wonderful kitties,” PSPCA said in a social media post.
The shelter says many have not yet been spayed or neutered due to the large number of cats rescued, so keep that in mind if traveling in hopes of adopting.
Animal enforcement executed a search warrant on the home in the 300 block of Spencer Avenue last Tuesday after receiving a tip. They say the animals were living in deplorable and unsanitary conditions, according to officials.
“Some were frightened. Some were sick. All were living in conditions no animal should ever have to endure,” PSPCA said in a social media post.
Investigators say they also found feces and trash throughout the home, where the cats were free-roaming inside.
“The air was harsh, but officers spent hours working through those physically demanding conditions to ensure every animal could be found and brought to safety,” the post said.
Many of the adult cats will be available for adoption at the SPCA’s headquarters in the Hunting Park section of Philadelphia as of Monday.
The rescued kittens are still too young to be adopted.
Adoptions are first-come, first-served, PSPCA says.
You can review the adoption process and fees on the PSPCA website.
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(WHTM) – Thousands of residents across Central Pennsylvania are without power after strong storms hit the area on Sunday night.
According to PPL, nearly 1,000 customers in Dauphin County are without power, with a majority of customers affected being in Middle Paxton Township. PPL estimates those customers will have power back by 7 p.m. on Monday.
In Perry County, nearly 800 customers have been affected, with most outages in Carroll Township, Northeast Madison Township, Rye Township, and Saville Township.
New Valley Road in Marysville saw trees and wires down in the roadway.
Cumberland County has more than 1,900 customers without power. Carlisle Borough and Middlesex Township saw the most outages in the county.
Hundreds of First Energy Customers in York County are also in the dark. A majority of the outages are in Chanceford Township and Shrewsbury Township.
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