AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAccessibility & Travel Tech: Golden Technologies (Old Forge) unveiled the Cricket LT GP309 carbon power wheelchair, built for portability (25.8 pounds without battery) with a side-fold design and an airline-friendly lithium-ion battery—aimed at making lightweight mobility easier to take on trips. Family Fun & Local Tourism: Knoebels Amusement Resort (Elysburg) announced the death of longtime leader Richard “Dick” Knoebel, president emeritus, who helped steer the park’s growth while preserving its classic traditions. Sports Tourism: Erie is set for a busy weekend with USA BMX Gold Cup qualifier races (about 300 riders), plus a multi-division Kenny Memorial baseball tournament and an EPIC volleyball varsity team camp drawing hundreds. Road Trip Upgrade: PennDOT says a 62-mile stretch of US 15 through northern Pennsylvania will officially become Interstate 99 on July 30, with new signage and safety-focused upgrades. Air Quality Alert: DEP issued a statewide Code Red for PM2.5 wildfire smoke, urging residents—especially kids and those with respiratory issues—to limit outdoor activity and check AirNow. Food Safety: FDA listed a recall of Pillsbury frozen bread roll dough products due to potential glass contamination, affecting some Pennsylvania businesses.
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