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Migration influx impacts Pennsylvania schools disparately
(The Center Square) – An influx of undocumented migrants into the U.S. strains services in many cities and presents challenges to public school systems, affecting the quality of education and imposing new costs on taxpayers. In Pennsylvania, specifically, the worsening struggle was just one of several issues of inequity that lawmakers say leaves many students, native and non-native speakers alike, behind. By law, children are entitled to an education regardless...
Pa.'s last Buca di Beppo abruptly closes its doors in Berks
SPRING TWP., Pa. — A restaurant chain known for its family-style Italian dishes and eclectic, vintage décor, has closed its last location in Pennsylvania. Buca di Beppo, a chain of more than 40 full-service Italian restaurants nationwide, in recent days closed its location at 2745 Paper Mill Rd. in Spring Township, Berks County.
Ephrata Elementary Band shines at summer camp in 1988
EPHRATA, Pa. — It was the summer of 1988 and the kids at Ephrata Elementary were striking a tune at band camp. The fourth-to-sixth graders had four days to prepare for their first live performance at Hershey Park. The band had to learn five songs, including "When the Saints Go Marching In."
McCormick's qualified immunity stance wins over police union
(The Center Square) — After staying quiet during his last re-election bid, Pennsylvania’s police union went against Sen. Bob Casey in favor of his Republican opponent, Dave McCormick. Concerns over the incumbent’s criminal justice policy matters, but one issue stood out. "Like the brave men and women of the PA Fraternal Order of Police, Dave McCormick understands what it is like to put his life on the line in service...
Lancaster County gymnast has competed with the USA's best
LANCASTER, Pa. — Nineteen-year-old Addison Fatta is working out at her parents' gymnastics facility, Prestige Gymnastics, in Lancaster. She'll attend the University of Oklahoma this year and compete for the Sooners' powerhouse gymnastics team. She said she's "looking forward to competing on the team, traveling as a team." Fatta...
Few Storms Overnight, Hotter & Few Evening Storms Wednesday
Storm chances dissipate overnight, but it stays warm and muggy with lows in the mid-70s. Some patchy fog is possible as well. Some fog lingers into early Wednesday morning. Wednesday will have partly sunny conditions across the region, with a few afternoon/evening thunderstorms. Highs will be in the low 90s.
Derek Hough To Bring Holiday Tour To Hershey Theatre In November
Tickets are available online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com and www.Ticketmaster.com. The 38-city tour begins in Atlantic City in November, making stops in cities such as New York, Boston, Los Angeles, Nashville and The Sweetest Place On Earth before concluding on December 29 in Mesa, Ariz. For more information, please visit either www.HersheyEntertainment.com...
Yellen's cheesesteak lunch steals spotlight from Philadelphia tax event
PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen went to Philadelphia on Tuesday to showcase a new free tax filing system with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a Democratic vice presidential contender. But it was her cheesesteak lunch that stole the show.
Philly daycare providers in financial bind due to backup in monthly state subsidies
PHILADELPHIA - Some daycare providers in Philadelphia have been in a financial bind after monthly state subsidies for June did not arrive on the anticipated pay date of July 20. Aminha Howell is the owner of Arielle’s World Daycare Center in Poplar and the CEO and Vice President of Black...
1 dead, 1 injured after shooting near Chester football practice field
One person is dead and another is recovering in the hospital after being shot near a park in Chester, Pennsylvania.The gunfire erupted near Memorial Park as the Chester Panthers football team was still dispersing.President of the football organization, Greg Graves, says he had just left after the practice ended but returned to the chaotic scene."I wasn't here when the initial shooting occurred, but I did pull up, and see the individual laid there on Engle Street," said Graves. "Our hearts go out to the family of the young man who didn't make it. It's really sad."Police say the shooting happened...
FROM THE PUBLISHER: Exciting News: Launch of the Community Courier!
Welcome to our first edition of the Community Courier, serving the Palmyra and Annville areas! For over 70 years, Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. (EPC) has been dedicated to serving communities, sharing local stories, and promoting the businesses that make our neighborhoods thrive. Currently, we serve 16 other communities throughout Lancaster County, Chester County, and the greater Hershey area. Some of you may remember a similar publication we distributed a few years ago, and we are excited to reintroduce this valuable resource.
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