Sunday, October 4, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1777, George Washington launched a surprise attack on British troops at Germantown, but heavy fog wrecked the plan. In the confusion, one American brigade mistook fellow Americans for the enemy and opened fire on them.

One Centre County resident has blunt advice for anyone who thinks Lancaster is in central Pennsylvania: “get some glasses.” It’s one of many hot takes on where the region begins and ends, and Top Stories has the rest. Then settle it once and for all in today’s Poll.

In case you missed it on The Flyover Podcast, Ayla counted down the seven pets linked to longer lives. One study that followed 3.4 million people over 12 years found that owners of a particular pet were 40% less likely to die during that period, and it’s not the one you’d guess. Some surprising animals made the cut, and the pet that landed at No. 1 isn’t even the most popular choice in American homes. Ayla ran through the full countdown and the research behind each one. Tune in here!

Today’s sponsor, Dr. Steven Gundry, is sharing why he recommends an alternative to bone broth for collagen support and the simple “collagen reset technique” he says can help your body support its own collagen production.

Broadband Push Gets $448 Million

Gov. Josh Shapiro announced $448 million Friday to expand affordable high-speed internet, the first round of awards from $711 million in federal funding the state received in April.

The money covers 41 projects in 50 counties and will connect 71,000 homes and businesses, including nearly 3,000 in Centre and Mifflin counties, which get $29 million.

At Bald Eagle Area, where about 20% of students lack reliable internet at home, counselor Katie Kingera said some kids use a phone as a hotspot or rush to finish homework in study hall.

State efforts since 2022 have cut households without high-speed internet from 330,000 to 133,000, and Shapiro aims to connect the rest by 2030.

Most Vapes Become Illegal Oct. 19

Starting Oct. 19, Pennsylvania stores can no longer sell any vape product missing from a new state registry run by the attorney general.

Act 57, signed last December, lets Attorney General Dave Sunday’s office approve manufacturers, brands, and flavors. Juul, Vuse Alto, and blu are among the products on the list.

The approved list was supposed to come out in June. Chris McGrath, who owns two of the state’s roughly 300 vape shops, says nearly all of his 500 products will be off his shelves.

The law mirrors measures in at least 11 other states and passed with broad bipartisan support as a way to keep vapes from kids.

Where Is Central Pennsylvania, Anyway?

A Spotlight PA survey asked Pennsylvanians what region they live in, and people in 23 different counties, from Potter to Lancaster, answered “central Pennsylvania.”

Count variations like north-central and south-central, and the total hits 36 of the state’s 67 counties. Not everyone’s buying it. “Anyone who assumes Lancaster is in Central PA needs to look at a map and get some glasses,” one Centre County resident wrote.

Even the state stretches the term. The Department of Community and Economic Development’s version covers 17 counties in an upside-down V, running from Clinton County down to five counties along the southern border.

For the record, the geographic center of Pennsylvania sits in Centre County, about 2 1/2 miles southwest of Bellefonte.

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Doctor unveils dark bone broth secret (avoid now)

If you think bone broth is a great way to get collagen, think again.

According to a former surgeon, animal bones are known for absorbing heavy metals.

This can potentially lead to brain fog, fatigue, or even muscle weakness.

That’s why he recommends a “collagen reset technique” instead.

To his knowledge, it’s the only technique that can help your body build its own collagen.

Anyone can do it without drinking broths.

See the technique here.

➤ Statewide: Seventy-six percent of students in a statewide survey of more than 267,000 reported good overall mental health, up from 71% in 2023, and 83% said they feel safe at school. (See Results)

➤ Also Statewide: Two more victims surfaced Friday in the gold courier scam, including a man out $278,000 in coins, days after an 87-year-old Mechanicsburg woman reported losing $1.5 million. (Read More)

➤ Pittsburgh: Mayor Corey O’Connor named acting Fire Chief Mat Davis to the job permanently Friday, four months after Darryl Jones was placed on leave during a review of the bureau’s management. (Meet the Chief)

➤ Delaware County: A jury convicted Tim Boyce, the county’s former emergency services director, of indecent assault and harassment of two female county employees Friday. He was taken into custody on $50,000 bail. (See Verdict)

➤ Upper Darby: The school district is studying a four-day school week, with a fifth flex day for at-home work, partly to recruit and keep teachers. Nothing has been approved. (See the Plan)

➤ Western PA: UPMC paid $120 million for Ohio’s four-hospital Trinity Health System, a document from Ohio’s attorney general shows, and UPMC Magee nurses say the money should have gone to staffing. (See the Deal)

➤ The Eagles face the Rams today without receiver DeVonta Smith and linebacker Zack Baun, two of six players ruled out with injuries. (See Injury Report)

➤ Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko switched to No. 62 to honor his father, Alexander, who died in a bear attack in Russia last month at 62. His mother was also born in 1962. (Read More)

➤ Temple battled unbeaten South Florida last night in Tampa as a 6-point underdog. The 1-3 Owls entered coming off a 4-point loss to Army. (See Score)

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California Surgeon: “Muscle Loss in Seniors is Real, But It Doesn’t Have to Be”

If you think collagen is only for supporting healthier skin, hair, and nails, think again.

Not only does it play a role in holding the teeth in your mouth, keeping your heart walls intact, and reinforcing your gut lining…

It’s also what allows you to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities without getting tired.

But unfortunately, eating more collagen isn’t the answer.

That’s why Dr. Steven Gundry has created what he calls the “collagen reset technique.”

And to his knowledge, it’s the only technique that’s designed to help your body build its own collagen.

See the technique here ==>

➤ Caliente and Isaly’s teamed up on the Grandma Isaly’s Pizza, topping a grandma-style crust with chipped chopped ham, BBQ sauce, pickles, and onions, the flavors of a chipped ham sandwich. (Grab a Slice)

➤ A new exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh celebrates Mister Rogers’ legacy with photos taken in WQED’s Studio A over 20 years of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. (See Exhibit)

➤ The Millersburg Ferry has wrapped up another season, and volunteers will help haul its two boats, the Roaring Bull and the Falcon, ashore for winter on Oct. 11. (See the Boats)

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The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes, straight from the heart of the country.

➤ Senior Trump officials gathered at Camp David as the seven-month Iran war fueled fresh fighting and a major U.S. military buildup. (Hear More)

➤ Amazon’s refund drama landed in shoppers’ inboxes with a proposed $309.5 million settlement and a deadline worth circling. (Listen Now)

➤ A ranking of America’s best fall foliage destinations revealed where travelers headed for autumn’s brightest reds, oranges, and golds. (Podcast Available)