• Probe of candy factory explosion focuses on pipeline: The National Transportation Safety Board labeled the incident a “natural gas” explosion Tuesday afternoon. (Source: AP) Meanwhile, a neighbor has sued the R.M. Palmer Co., alleging negligence and recklessness. (Source: WGAL)
• Congressional committee hears testimony on Luzerne County ballot shortage: Accusations flew at the hearing, which county officials skipped on the advice of legal counsel. (Source: Capital-Star)
• Pop-up consignment shop returns to Spooky Nook: The “Just Between Friends” resale event, which focuses on children’s clothing and related items, will run through Saturday. (Source: Fox 43)
• PNC provides scholarships for police, EMT training at HACC: The goal of the partnership, in place since 2021, is to diversify the hiring pool, HACC President John Sygielski said. (Source: CBS 21)
• Nation/world: Biden launches democracy summit. (Source: AP) FDA approves over-the-counter sales of Narcan. (Source: CNBC) Sen. Tuberville blocks military promotions over abortion travel policy. (Source: NBC News) Administrators at Wisconsin school ban 1st grade performance of Parton-Cyrus duet “Rainbowland.” (Source: NPR) Philly water deemed uncontaminated by nearby chemical spill, ruled safe to drink. (Source: UPI)
