Pennsylvania
As spring flowers bloom, Callery pear trees can no longer be planted in Pa.
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Sought after for its fluffy white blossoms, the Callery pear tree has been a popular feature on people’s lawns for decades.
The ornamental tree, known for its pungent and sometimes foul smell, is one of the first to bloom in early spring.
“I think the biggest reason that they’re popular is because of the showy white flowers, and because the canopy stays relatively narrow,” said arborist Jason Parker, of Davey Tree Company. “So in a development, it was a good tree to plant in peoples’ front yards — it kind of increases the curb appeal.”
However, birds and other animals can spread the seeds, so the trees grow vastly and crowd out native plants, disrupting ecosystems.
Pennsylvania stopped the sale of the majestic tree, native to Asia, in February. The state, which added the tree to its noxious weed list in 2021, is just one of more than a dozen that have recently banned — or want to ban — the tree.
“When you have one pear, typically you’re going to see a whole bunch more sprout up around it,” Parker said. “It’s going to kind of be the big bully, and overtake the other potentially more desirable species that may not grow as quickly or as prolifically.”
Pennsylvania
Man wanted in connection with fatal stabbing in Pottstown, Pa.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 5:11PM
POTTSTOWN, Pa. (WPVI) — The Montgomery County District Attorney’s office has issued an arrest warrant for a man they say is wanted in connection with a fatal stabbing in Pottstown, Pa.
Officials say Ryan Grace, 37, allegedly stabbed 33-year-old Shaquille Nicholas to death inside an apartment on the 300 block of Walnut Street on Wednesday afternoon.
Investigators believe the stabbing stemmed from an argument between the two men.
Nicholas was stabbed in the chest. He was transported to Pottstown Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Witnesses told investigators they saw Grace was seen running from the apartment after the incident.
The DA says Grace is homeless.
If you know where Ryan Grace is, you’re asked to contact Montgomery County Detectives at 610-278-3368 or Pottstown Police at 610-970-6570.
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Pennsylvania Lottery Powerball, Pick 2 Day results for May 6, 2026
The Pennsylvania Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Wednesday, May 6, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from May 6 drawing
18-27-51-65-68, Powerball: 05, Power Play: 3
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 2 numbers from May 6 drawing
Day: 8-6, Wild: 9
Evening: 8-2, Wild: 5
Check Pick 2 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from May 6 drawing
Day: 7-3-8, Wild: 9
Evening: 1-7-9, Wild: 5
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from May 6 drawing
Day: 5-6-3-1, Wild: 9
Evening: 0-3-0-0, Wild: 5
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 5 numbers from May 6 drawing
Day: 6-6-5-5-5, Wild: 9
Evening: 0-5-8-0-6, Wild: 5
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 5 numbers from May 6 drawing
04-19-26-32-40
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Treasure Hunt numbers from May 6 drawing
07-08-19-21-25
Check Treasure Hunt payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Match 6 Lotto numbers from May 6 drawing
02-19-20-38-39-48
Check Match 6 Lotto payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from May 6 drawing
04-21-36-48-69, Powerball: 05
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 6 drawing
06-18-30-32-43, Bonus: 01
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
- Sign the Ticket: Ensure your ticket has your signature, name, address and phone number on the back.
- Prizes up to $600: Claim at any PA Lottery retailer or by mail: Pennsylvania Lottery, ATTN: CLAIMS, PO BOX 8671, Harrisburg, PA 17105.
- Prizes from $600 to $2,500: Use a Claim Form to claim at a retailer or by mail: Pennsylvania Lottery, ATTN: CLAIMS, PO BOX 8671, Harrisburg, PA 17105.
- Prizes over $2,500: Mail your signed ticket with a Claim Form or in person at a Lottery Area Office (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Lottery Headquarters is currently not open to the public. Visit the PA Lottery website for other office locations near you.
When are the Pennsylvania Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 2, 3, 4, 5: 1:35 p.m. and 6:59 p.m. daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily
- Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. daily.
- Treasure Hunt: 1:35 p.m. daily.
- Match 6 Lotto: 6:59 p.m. Monday and Thursday.
- Powerball Double Play: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Pennsylvania editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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Woman extradited from Pennsylvania, charged with murder after deadly 2024 Waterbury shooting
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A 19-year-old Waterbury woman was extradited from Pennsylvania in connection with the fatal shooting of a 38-year-old man in 2024, according to Waterbury police.
Desire Aitken was arrested on Friday and charged with murder, two counts of first-degree robbery, illegal discharge of a firearm, carrying a pistol without a permit and first-degree assault.
She was charged in connection with the death of 38-year-old Keno Williams of Waterbury, who was pronounced dead after receiving a gunshot wound to the back of his head on Jan. 30, 2024.
On the day of his death, police responded to Bertie’s Restaurant around 7:49 p.m. regarding a motor vehicle crash. They found that the car had drove through the parking lot and backyard area of a nearby home, where it struck several objects before coming to a stop.
Williams was found with a gunshot wound to the back of his head and succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the hospital.
Aitken, who was a juvenile at the time of the alleged shooting, was found in Pennsylvania on April 10 and taken into custody. She was extradited and served with an arrest warrant in Waterbury on Friday.
She’s being held on a $2 million bond.
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