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Kim Ward attending Republican National Convention
(WHTM) — Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tem Kim Ward is one of many Pennsylvanians attending the Republican National Convention. “I think we’re all coming back all on the same page. We are together. We are unified. We understand, I think from the Republican Party point of view, what’s at stake here. And there is a […]
LevLane Advertising Appoints Chris Moreira as Chief Creative Officer
PHILADELPHIA, PA — LevLane Advertising has announced the appointment of Chris Moreira as its new chief creative officer (CCO). Moreira brings a wealth of experience from top agencies such as Leo Burnett Sydney, JWT Sydney, Crispin Porter + Bogusky Miami, and Saatchi & Saatchi New York. Moreira’s portfolio includes...
Texas company purchases Highway Materials
Texas-based Heidelberg Materials North America recently announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase Philadelphia-based Highway Materials, an aggregates and asphalt producer. “The addition of the Highway Materials business, with its broad range of products and more than 80 years of history in Pennsylvania, is a great opportunity to strengthen the company’s aggregate reserves […] The post Texas company purchases Highway Materials appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Big Lots With NJ & PA Locations Closing Stores & May Go Bankrupt
Bad news for another major retail chain. It may be going under. The New York Post is reporting that Big Lots is in financial trouble. News like this is becoming all too common these days with other chains like Walgreens and Red Lobster struggling as well. If you're not familiar...
Pennsylvania Governor signs bill allowing sale of canned cocktails in grocery stores
(WHTM) — Getting your favorite mixed drinks is now easier than ever after Governor Josh Shapiro signed legislature allowing more stores to get a special ready-to-drink cocktail permit. Senate Bill 688 allows locations in Pennsylvania that are already licensed to sell alcohol, like bars and select grocery stores, to apply for a ready-to-drink cocktail permit. […]
Trails and tourism: How outdoor recreation can bring a boom to Pa. river towns
Williamsport, Pa. — The outdoors and recreation industry generates more toward Pennsylvania's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) than oil, gas, steel, and coal combined. You heard that right. According to presenters at a "Trails and Tourism" presentation at the James V. Brown Library on July 15, outdoor recreation is booming in Pa., and the economic possibilities are vast for river towns like Lock Haven, Jersey Shore, and Williamsport. ...
Pennsylvania budget gives funding for professional caregivers
(WHTM) — Professional caregivers in Pennsylvania are among the winners in the new state budget. Governor Josh Shapiro held a ceremonial bill signing, highlighting new funding to help those with intellectual disabilities and autism. The budget allocates $354 million to supplement the pay of the professionals who care for them. “How we’ll see it at […]
Weakened version of health care non-compete limitations becomes law
(The Center Square) — Among a flurry of bills signed into law recently, Pennsylvania has taken a step in reducing the barriers created by non-compete agreements in health care. But the law in effect is a watered-down version of what was proposed in the General Assembly. “It’s a C+,” said Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Pittsburgh, who introduced House Bill 1633. “There’s a significant amendment that diluted the impact of the bill. But it clearly remains a step forward with more work to do.” ...
11 Investigates Exclusive Pa. Lt. Gov. weighing in on Trump rally security failures
Channel 11 Chief Investigator Rick Earle spoke with Lt. Governor Austin Davis on Thursday about the security lapses that led to the fatal shooting at the Trump campaign rally in Butler and the attempted assignation of the former president.
Olivia Rodrigo bringing 'GUTS' World Tour to Philadelphia Friday
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia is set to come alive with the sound of Gen Z anthems as pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo brings her "GUTS" world tour to the City of Brotherly Love at the Wells Fargo Center Friday evening. Rodrigo, who burst onto the music scene with her record-smashing debut album...
The 25th precinct of Philadelphia Police hosts its 8th annual block party
The 25th police district of Philadelphia hosted its 8th annual block party for summer fun in the community. This free block party was started in order to provide an opportunity to meet police officers in a casual setting, as well as connect the community with valuable resources. Folks in the neighborhood enjoyed free food and […]
A deadly day in Philly for cyclist, pedestrian
Wednesday was a particularly treacherous day for cyclists and pedestrians in Philadelphia. Two people were killed — one standing at a corner on Allegheny Avenue in Kensington and another riding her bicycle on Spruce Street — and a third was in critical condition after being struck while crossing the street in Germantown.
Off! brings movie to Philly ahead of their final shows
After a decade and a half, the hardcore punk supergroup Off! will be wrapping up their wild journey by bringing “Free LSD” to the masses, including a stop in Philadelphia on Monday. “Free LSD” is not only a “midnight movie” starring the band about a sex shop owner...
The Oval opens on the Parkway
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson, with the Parkway Council, announced that The Oval has once again returned to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway for a summer of fun programming and activities. For seven weekends of the summer, The Oval transforms a public parking lot into an outdoor urban oasis...
Tri-State Toyota Dealers donates $30,000 to the Schuylkill Navy of Philadelphia ahead of the Philadelphia Youth Regatta
Philadelphia, PA – Olympic partner Toyota and the Schuylkill Navy of Philadelphia are celebrating one week until the Olympics with rowing on the Schuylkill River. With Philadelphia’s Youth Regatta, the largest one-day rowing sprint in the country, taking place tomorrow on the Schuylkill, Tri-State Toyota Dealers wanted to show its support with a donation of […]
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