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Pennsylvania ranked 38th in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Keystone Today | Sep 7, 2024

With $296,249 in home loans issued, Pennsylvania ranked 38th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Pennsylvania one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Keystone Today | Sep 6, 2024

An analysis by Keystone Today shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Pennsylvania is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

Number of VA loans issued in Pennsylvania increased by 4.1% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Keystone Today | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,805 home loans in Pennsylvania, totaling $534.7 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Pennsylvania in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Keystone Today | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 266 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Pennsylvania during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 24 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Pennsylvania: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Pennsylvania in August

By Keystone Today | Sep 3, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Pennsylvania in August.

FDA Inspection: What type of Pennsylvania companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By Keystone Today | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted six inspections at six Food and Cosmetics companies from Pennsylvania in August.

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In Pennsylvania, 411 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Keystone Today | Aug 31, 2024

Pennsylvania registered 411 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

Pennsylvania inflation under national average as of July 2024

By Keystone Today | Aug 31, 2024

As of July 2024, Pennsylvania experienced an 18.6% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

River Valley High School Principal says CNX Mentorship Academy has given students 'well-paying jobs and meaningful careers'

By Keystone Today | Aug 29, 2024

The CNX Mentorship Academy celebrated its latest class of graduates at PNC Park this week. In a region historically plagued by economic downturns and dwindling job opportunities, the academy is creating a new pathway to success for young people by connecting them with high-paying jobs in their own communities.

Average VA home loan amount in Pennsylvania increases in Q2

By Keystone Today | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Pennsylvania during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $296,249, a 6.7% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Pennsylvania average $293,643 for Q2

By Keystone Today | Aug 26, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Pennsylvania for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $293,643, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Gov’t Spending Watchdog: Federal drug program serving PA hospitals benefits ‘special interests’ over patients

By Keystone Today reports | Aug 23, 2024

Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) said that hospitals and other “special interests,” rather than patients, are benefiting from a federal drug discount program in which up to 68 Pennsylvania hospitals participate.

Restoration PAC launches ad in PA calling Kamala Harris a ‘complete failure’ on border

By Keystone Today reports | Aug 21, 2024

Restoration PAC launched an ad this week, entitled, ‘CZAR,’ that called Vice President Kamala Harris (D) a “complete failure” on the border.

Near record-level back-to-school spending expected for Pennsylvania families

By Keystone Today reports | Aug 16, 2024

A report from the National Retail Federation (NRF) revealed that Pennsylvania parents are expected to spend near-record amounts this year on back-to-school supplies for their children, and 25% more on average than under the Trump administration.

Philadelphia Association of Retail Druggists: 'SB1000 will require transparency of the PBMs to show where these rebate dollars go'

By Nicholas Malfitano | Aug 15, 2024

Pending legislation in Harrisburg aims to curtail the pharmacy desert-effect in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, a leading cause of which the bill's sponsors say are Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs).

American Constitutional Rights Union CEO: 'Firearms are the only equalizer for women who wish to defend themselves from harm'

By Keystone Today | Aug 12, 2024

Lori Roman, CEO of the American Constitutional Rights Union, said that Second Amendment rights are women’s rights and that firearms are “the only equalizer” for women in self-defense situations.

Poll: Voters in battleground states, including Pennsylvania, oppose Harris’ support for reparations

By Keystone Today reports | Aug 12, 2024

6 in 10 voters in seven battleground states, including Pennsylvania, oppose Vice President Kamala Harris’ support for providing reparations to Black Americans.

Col. Allen West: The Second Amendment is 'protection from the goals, objectives, and desires of tyrants'

By Keystone Today | Aug 9, 2024

Lt. Col. Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union and a former Congressman, said the Second Amendment is Pennsylvanians' “protection" from “tyrants.” Col. West’s comments come amid reports of Vice President Kamala Harris’ history of being in favor of restrictions to Second Amendment rights including mandatory buybacks and bans on certain firearms including AR-15s and handguns.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Pennsylvania declines from Q1 to Q2

By Keystone Today | Aug 9, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Pennsylvania during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $293,643, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Pennsylvania among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Keystone Today | Aug 8, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Keystone Today shows that Pennsylvania is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

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