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With all the extra money coming to school districts from the state, isn’t it time for a give back?
July 17 – After a number of local school boards decided on a roughly 4% tax increase for next year’s budget, the state came in with the numbers they are providing to Pennsylvania school districts – and it’s way bigger than expected. In fact, not only...
Pennsylvania’s ‘hidden’ UberEats fees among U.S.’s priciest
According to Babson College, hidden fees (also called “junk fees”) are “last-minute charges you receive when purchasing something typically online.”. Delivery apps are one of the main perpetuators behind implementing such fees. And Pennsylvanians are shelling out some of the most money in this regard, particularly on Uber Eats.
Manufactured homeowners still protesting rent gouging
(The Center Square) – Manufactured home communities offer affordable housing options for people on fixed incomes, but in Pennsylvania, homeowners say “predatory” lot rent increases threaten their way of life. Two bills that could resolve the issue have lawmakers at odds and expressing skepticism about their prospects. Manufactured homes are constructed in factories and assembled on-site. Residents typically own the home, but not always the land on which it sits....
Severe thunderstorms spread across Pennsylvania Wednesday
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A potentially strong to severe thunderstorms can be expected to spread across our region Wednesday afternoon and evening. Any storm may produce downpours, small hail, and damaging winds. The greatest area for severe weather will be in eastern PA. Conditions will improve by the end of the week. It will be […]
Settlement Reached in Split Rock Resort Timeshare Lawsuit
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a legal settlement with Split Rock Resort’s owners, Split Rock Investments, LLC, and SCH USA, LLC, for alleged consumer mistreatment related to timeshare sales. The lawsuit, filed by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office, accused the resort of violating state Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Laws by denying timeshare owners property access and imposing excessive fees.
Pennsylvania’s Inconsistent Property Tax System
Pennsylvania’s property tax system faces significant challenges due to the lack of mandatory, regular property reassessments. Unlike other states, Pennsylvania allows counties to decide when to reassess properties, leading to some counties delaying reassessments for decades. This results in a “lopsided tax system” where property taxes are not uniformly assessed, causing discrepancies and economic stagnation.
Pennsylvania Establishes Specialized Office for Dementia Care Coordination
Pennsylvania is set to establish a dedicated office within the Department of Aging to lead initiatives and coordinate care for approximately 300,000 residents suffering from dementia and related disorders. Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed a state budget that includes funding for this new Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Related Disorders (ADRD) office. The establishment of the office follows bipartisan support in the state legislature, with additional funds allocated for research on Alzheimer’s and other neurological conditions.
Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Is there hope to save LCCC's athletic programs yet? Here's what we know
NORTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Lehigh Carbon Community College's intercollegiate athletics program could be salvaged this fall. The college is reviewing a contract for an athletic trainer, but nothing has been approved yet, Linda Baker, executive director of college relations, told LehighValleyNews.com on Wednesday. LCCC officials previously said the...
LCCC to Host Virtual Office Hours Before Fall Semester Begins
Lehigh Carbon Community College will offer virtual office hours on Saturdays, Aug. 17 and Aug. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to assist students with registration and other important services before the start of the fall semester. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. Lehigh Carbon Community College will offer...
Police Officer Promoted to Sergeant in Palmer Township
Tyson Unangst, an 18-year veteran of the Palmer Township Police Department, was sworn in as the township’s newest police sergeant during Monday’s township Board of Supervisors meeting. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. Tyson Unangst, an 18-year veteran of the Palmer Township Police Department, was sworn in as...
Parkland likely will get $2.4M more in state funding. Here's how it will be used
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Parkland School District is set to receive a sizable boost in funding in Pennsylvania’s new budget. The district will get an increase of $2.4 million over last year, according to a news release from state Rep. Mike Schlossberg, D-Lehigh. At Tuesday’s Parkland School...
Cottingham Stadium will not open to the public, Easton Area School Board decides
After months of discussing the possibility, opening Cottingham Stadium to the public is not happening in the near future. At Easton Area School District’s school board meeting on Tuesday evening, Assistant Superintendent for District Operations & Services Josh Ziatyk presented a proposal to the board outlining a trial opening of Cottingham Stadium. It failed to pass.
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