AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMLB All-Star Week Boost: The Shapiro Administration, with BusinessPA and Visit PA, is pitching Pennsylvania as “The Great American Getaway” during MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia, aiming to draw about 100,000 visitors and spark major tourism spending. Measles Watch: Pennsylvania’s Department of Health launched a new measles dashboard, reporting 105 cases in 2026 (11 in the past week), with Lancaster County leading exposure; the site updates Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Health Alert for Travelers: Cyclosporiasis continues spreading across the U.S., with federal officials confirming 1,645 domestically contracted cases since May 1; Michigan points to lettuce/salad greens as a possible source, and Pennsylvania is among affected states. Turnpike Toll Scam Concern: The Pennsylvania Turnpike is pausing a plan to text drivers about unpaid tolls after cybersecurity and consumer concerns about scam-text confusion. Getting Around: Frontier added a new daily nonstop from Houston to San Juan starting Dec. 17, giving more flexibility for Caribbean travel. Rail Tourism Upgrade: A $25M federal grant will expand Colebrookdale Railroad operations in Pottstown, adding tracks and improving connections to trails and transit. Safety on the Road: A wrong-way crash on the Mon-Fayette Expressway in Washington County killed one person and sent two others to the hospital. Accessible Mobility Product: Golden Technologies (Old Forge) unveiled the Cricket LT GP309 carbon power wheelchair, built for lighter travel and “airline-friendly” battery portability.
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