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Due Diligence: Philly-born NEA president says education at stake in election
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. In addition to the thousands of delegates representing their respective states, there are hundreds of delegates who represent organizations, such as the National Education Association (NEA). Around 200 teachers — NEA members — are serving as “education” delegates, making the NEA presence larger than any state delegation except for California, Florida and Texas.
Lower Moreland police grant 6 soliciting permits to Power Home Remodeling
The Lower Moreland Police Department announced today that it has issued six new soliciting permits to Power Home Remodeling, a Chester, PA-based firm which specializes in exterior services. The permits will expire September 24, 2024, the department said. From the announcement:. All soliciting permits are valid for a period of...
West Chester Weekly News Roundup
It’s Friday, people – and it’s gorgeous out. Who’s ready? Let’s catch up. Ok, two things for you this week. 1) I am working on an article on the 2024 Gay Street closure experience. If you’ve been down this summer, send me your thoughts/experiences at cara@hellowestchesterpa.com. (Thank you to those who already shared!)
Photo Gallery: Fort Jackson welcomes Major General Daryl O. Hood
A change of command ceremony is a time-honored tradition in the military, representing the formal transfer of authority and leadership of a unit from the outgoing officer to the incoming. Friday morning, the U.S. Army Training Center and Fort Jackson hosted the ceremony welcoming Major General Daryl. O. Hood as...
NJ cop charged with shoplifting while on-duty at discount retailer
A 25-year-old Paterson police pfficer has been accused of stealing clothes while on duty at a store in the city. Jeury DeJesus-Rodriguez, of Paterson, was arrested on Thursday by members of the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office Public Integrity Unit. DeJesus-Rodriguez was charged with third-degree official misconduct as well as the...
School board member addresses social media posts about Kamala Harris
The following letter was sent by the Souderton Area School District to community members on Friday afternoon, Aug. 23, 2024, with a message stating that “Earlier this month, we shared a message with you regarding the actions of one of our school board members, Mr. Formica. Today, Mr. Formica has asked that we share with you a letter he has written in response.”
The times when idiots in NJ went too far with wild animals
Oh, great. Making us the laughingstock of the country, this story had to go national. Some Mensa candidate went to the Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton and she could have had her arm ripped off. This woman decided to climb over the outer barrier and enter the enclosure where a Bengal...
6 ABC Gets Pranked on Ocean City NJ Boardwalk
It's always a risk for a television station to do live news reports from a location. It's impossible to control your surroundings and the people who may be in the background. Live news reports also present a challenge for some people. That is, how can they get "in the shot."
Carol Arscott Photography Expands Services to Support Rescue Fundraising with New Studio in Media, PA
Carol Arscott Photography, an award-winning and internationally recognized pet photography business located in the Philadelphia suburbs, is delighted to announce the grand opening of its new 1700 square foot studio in Media, PA. This expansion is a significant milestone for Carol Arscott, a pet photographer and passionate rescue advocate, who has built a remarkable career by merging her love for animals with her artistic talents. The new studio marks an exciting development in her mission to create beautiful, custom artwork for pet owners while continuing to raise substantial funds for animal rescue organizations.
Woman climbed over fence at New Jersey zoo into tiger enclosure nearly bitten
Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman who climbed over a barrier surrounding the tiger enclosure at Cohanzick Zoo in New Jersey. According to the report from the Bridgeton Police Department, the woman climbed over a barrier surrounding the tiger enclosure and put her hand through the metal fence and started to entice the tiger; nearly getting bitten. Police want to speak to the woman and released the video on Tuesday. It is not clear when the incident actually occurred.
Wings Field in Blue Bell to host air festival
BLUE BELL — Wings N’ Wheels touches down at Wings Field on September 7, delivering a day full of fun activities for the whole family. The local airport will be transformed into a festival featuring local breweries, food trucks, live music, and kids’ activities. Guests can get a bird’s-eye view of the community during 15-minute sightseeing flight tours. Dozens of the finest airplanes and antique cars in the area will be on display.
CareerLink Lehigh Valley to host ‘job huts.’ Find out where and when
For those looking for a job, PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley will be hosting “job huts” over the next few weeks in Easton, Allentown and Bethlehem. As part of PA CareerLink Awareness Days, the job huts will showcase Lehigh Valley employers and available jobs. CareerLink staff will be on hand to help job seekers. “Now is the time to come to the aid of your own career,” said Nancy Dischinat, ...
Local Dems fired up for Harris after DNC: "exciting and thrilling"
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic nomination at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night has energized members of her party from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.Delegates from around the Philadelphia area tell CBS News Philadelphia they're motivated and that Harris gives them a real shot at victory in the 2024 presidential election against Republican former President Donald Trump."I find it exciting and thrilling because it's a woman," said Janet Diaz Temin, a Democratic city councilmember in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. "Obviously, she is like me, a woman of color."The historical significance also wasn't lost on 95-year-old Angie...
Delaware state auditor launches online tracker of opioid settlement funds
State Auditor Lydia York and her office have published an online interactive tracker that outlines how Delaware's opioid settlement funding is being distributed to nonprofits fighting the ongoing crisis.
Milford Police Seek Truck Involved in Hit-and-Run
MILFORD, DE - The Milford Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a vehicle allegedly involved in a hit-and-run earlier this week. According to police, the collision occurred on Tuesday, August 20th at about 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of S. Rehoboth Blvd. and SE Front St. in Milford. The vehicle, what appears to be a gray Ford F-150 with temporary plates, was last seen driving north on S. Rehoboth Blvd. according to police.
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