Today in PA | A PennLive daily news briefing with Claudia Dimuro

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A dog has been terrorizing a mailman in Westmoreland County so much so that postal service has been delayed for over a month. The Hershey Co. wants one cookie maker to kiss the alleged use of its iconic logo goodbye. Offense linemen injuries continue to plague the Eagles. And someone placed a bet that’s out of this world…literally.

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One university sparked a debate regarding free speech after releasing a memo warning students that misgendering someone could lead to consequences. A state Senate committee has voted for the use of coronavirus relief funds for environmental purposes. Those driving through Pittsburgh may run into some delays and closures this week. Finally, some Pennsylvanian humans will soon have their groceries delivered to them by robots.

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Transgender women in Pennsylvania are looking to combat state laws that bar those who committed felonies from legally changing their names. Some areas will see postal service slow down starting next month, those in Pennsylvania included. A group of girls in Lawrence County accidentally reeled in a deadly catch while “magnetic fishing.” And one man realizes he’s purchased a million-dollar scratch-off only months after winning one worth $100,000.

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Government officials have confirmed that the Philadelphia International Airport is currently the main hub for Afghan refugees in the country. Senator Bob Casey is pushing a bill that’ll have banks and business help seniors avoid getting scammed. This fall could see more stink bugs around. Lastly, if you’re a coffee addict (guilty), this Pennsylvanian city is the place for you.

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Pennsylvania Turnpike drivers may have noticed at one point that their E-ZPasses are being mysteriously charged for fees called V-tolls. Governor Tom Wolf’s administration has released a climate action plan that seeks to reduce Pennsylvania’s carbon emissions. Philadelphia has gotten millions in fed money to fight homelessness. Lastly, a church in Bell Township honors fallen Revolutionary War soldiers by tending to their graves.

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A man from Luzerne County has taken it upon himself to pose as minors in order to expose potential child predators, all of which he documents on YouTube. Schools in the western part of the state are starting to crack down on students participating in a viral TikTok challenge. The Flyers will already be down a key player heading into the upcoming NHL season. Plus, the time is ripe to pluck Pennsylvania’s largest native fruit.

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A man who accidentally shortchanged a convenience store a whopping 43 cents now faces up to seven years in prison. Governor Tom Wolf has asked for the state Legislature to continue using a statewide database of consumer prescriptions—which a new bill would allow for insurance companies to access—much to the chagrin of doctors. Sorry (not sorry) mosquitoes, but bats are making a comeback throughout the state. And one man miraculously gets people to crack a smile while they’re stuck in traffic.

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The state Senate is set to consider a proposal this week that would prevent medical cannabis users from receiving DUIs. There were no planes, but there was a train and a police automobile involved turning the chase for an escaped Altoona perp. Over 40 booze brands have a two-bottle daily purchase limit as of Friday. Plus, a child services’ agency was pleasantly surprised after a kindly benefactor left them in her will.

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