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Changes to vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania could be coming
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Changes could be coming for vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania, including making it part of your yearly state inspection. Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-Philadelphia) plans to introduce legislation to combat vehicle window tint that is too dark and blocks too much light. Currently, in Pennsylvania, Visible Light Transmission (VLT) needs to be […]
Topper Comments on PASSHE Chancellor Greenstein’s Resignation
The Republican chairman of the Pennsylvania House Education Committee, Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton), issued the following statement on the resignation of Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) Chancellor Dan Greenstein:. “It has been an honor to work alongside Dr. Greenstein during his tenure as chancellor of our state system...
Storm Causes Damage to Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association Exec Director's Farm
David Smith, the executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, is thankful. His farm in Palmyra was damaged in an unexpected storm July 17, but no one was hurt. “It was pretty isolated.” Smith said. “Some of the reporting said the weather event was about 200 yards wide and...
Pennsylvania could be a lithium goldmine, if the tech catches up
(The Center Square) — The hunt for critical minerals in Pennsylvania is on. A multi-billion-dollar industry is at hand — if innovators can make the technology work and scale up from the lab to the field. With lithium — used in solar energy, batteries, and other electronics — the commonwealth may have an opportunity to salvage the metal from oil and gas wastewater. If it works, Pennsylvania could see an...
Berwyn Woman Charged with Arson After Historic 'Breeze Hill' Home Burns Twice
A Chester County woman, Kathryn Frankel, faces arson charges after her historic Berwyn home, known as Breeze Hill, caught fire twice in less than three months, with officials alleging her direct involvement in at least the latest incident. Firefighters confronted a significant blaze at Frankel's property in Berwyn, previously left considerably damaged by an earlier fire, as reported by FOX 29.
Wells Fargo will drop their name from the South Philadelphia arena
The Wells Fargo Center in South Philadelphia will soon need a new name. Wells Fargo has decided not to renew its naming rights deal when it expires next year. A company spokesperson said Wells Fargo regularly reviews sponsorship strategies and it made the business decision not to renew the deal for the naming rights. The […]
Large grant approved for Lebanon Steel Works redevelopment project
State Rep. John Schlegel announced Tuesday that the Commonwealth Financing Authority has approved more than $2 million for the City of Lebanon, on behalf of Second Sail Development, LLC, for the redevelopment of the Lebanon Steel Works, a former Bethlehem Steel site along Lincoln Avenue. The CFA, an independent agency within the...
Peddler’s Village and Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts to present “Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding” this summer
Two well-known Bucks County entities – Peddler’s Village and Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts – have united to present Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, an immersive comedy that has delighted audiences around the globe since its 1988 premiere in New York City. Evening performances...
In The Net Sports Complex plans turf upgrades on dirt infields
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Former GM includes Phillies outfielder in potential package for Randy Arozarena
The July 30 trade deadline is rapidly approaching, and the Philadelphia Phillies have been linked to many targets in the weeks leading up to it. If you’ve been following the rumor mill, you’d see that the most linked position when it comes to what the Phillies could go after at the deadline is the outfield.
$1,000 Monthly Guaranteed Basic Income Pilot: Philadelphia’s Innovative Approach to Combating Homelessness and Maternal Mortality
Philadelphia’s Innovative Basic Income Programs Provide $1,000 Monthly Support for Pregnant Individuals and Housing-Insecure Families Addressing High Infant Mortality and Childhood Poverty: Philadelphia’s Initiatives Aim to Enhance Well-Being in Southwest and Southern Virginia According to the report of Business Insider, Philadelphia is trying out new programs to help pregnant people and families struggling with housing […]
Bethlehem restaurant closing due to ‘economic climate,’ thanks customers
After roughly a decade of operation, HandHeldz restaurant in Bethlehem will close Saturday. “We hope to see you one last time before we close our doors,” a Tuesday Facebook post stated. Located at 518 E. Third St., the restaurant will close because “the current economic climate has made it increasingly challenging for a small family business like ours to continue,” the Facebook post said. “We ...
Peddler’s Village Peach Festival to feature a summer favorite fruit
Peddler’s Village in Lahaska will present its annual Peach Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3 and 4. The festival will feature a variety of peach-themed treats, including pies and fritters, fresh local peaches, live entertainment, activities, summer sidewalk sales, and more. The Peach...
Lehigh Valley DI athlete puts law school dreams on hold to coach youth tennis in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Lehigh Valley Division I athlete put his dreams of attending law school on hold. He's now dedicating his future to teaching youth tennis in Philadelphia."Attitude, character, as well as effort," Gabe Knowles, a tennis coach at Legacy Youth Tennis, said. "All of those aspects will control how you do in life."These are the lessons Knowles strives to instill in the young athletes he coaches at Legacy Youth Tennis — a program dedicated to making the sport more inclusive and accessible to kids in Philly."There's a lot of athletes in Philadelphia, but when they pick up a...
Jalen Hurts Interrupts Reporter With Forceful Answer On Nick Sirianni Relationship
So much for the lingering tension between the Philadelphia Eagles' head coach and franchise quarterback. Jalen Hurts addressed his relationship with Nick Sirianni on Wednesday, interrupting a reporter's question on the matter to insist he has full confidence in the Eagles' chief decision-makers and ...
Aqua Pennsylvania Debuts ‘Sure Splash’ Program
Aqua Pennsylvania supports water safety with a $50,000 investment through its Essential Foundation under the Sure Splash initiative. Aqua Pennsylvania, an Essential Utilities company, is helping more families be safe and sure while they enjoy the water this summer through a $50,000 investment in community-based water safety programs. The donations were made through the company’s Essential Foundation as part of Aqua’s new Sure Splash initiative.
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