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‘Welfare to work’ aims to lower costs for Pennsylvania taxpayers
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has introduced a bill that looks to help families transition out of welfare programs. The “Welfare to Work” pilot program, introduced by Frank Burns (D-Cambria), would encourage companies to hire individuals enrolled on the welfare rolls, which aims to help families to transition to self-sufficiency. The […]
RFK Jr. fights to keep ballot spot in Pennsylvania, asserts Democrats want to remove him
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Independent Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. arrived in Harrisburg Tuesday to argue in Commonwealth court why he should stay on the Pennsylvania ballot, but he could not arrive on time. He showed up late and was unable to speak in court. It is unclear who Kennedy Jr. would hurt more, […]
Bridgeport Native Returns Home With Olympic Bronze Medal in Rugby
Ariana Ramsey received a hero's return welcome back home when she first arrived back to Bridgeport after the conclusion of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Bridgeport native Ariana Ramsey was recently honored with a homecoming after returning with a bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics with Team USA women’s rugby team, reports Dave Edwards for 6abc.
Forward looks beyond Republicans, Democrats as election nears
(The Center Square) – As Election Day draws nearer, Democrats and Republicans are firing up their bases. Meanwhile, advocates of third-party candidates and open primaries – like the Forward Party – say it’s time to give independent voters a stronger voice in the electoral process, and they are gaining ground. Forward has two statewide candidates appearing on the ballot in November, bringing them closer to their goal of securing official...
Dog day care event reels in donation for wildlife center
Holiday House Pet Resort and Training Center’s annual Pup-A-Palooza event raised $1,500 to benefit The Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife. Pup-A-Palooza is a celebration of the “dog days” of summer, and this year’s Gone Fishin’ theme highlighted a classic summer activity that strengthens the bonds of friendship and offers rewarding challenges.
Grand opening for The Stotesbury in Wyndmoor delayed until September, management currently hiring
The Stotesbury, a family-friendly sports bar at 812 E. Willow Grove Avenue in Wyndmoor, is expected to open its doors in September. Ownership told Glenside Local that construction-related items should be wrapped up soon, at which time they will announce a grand opening date. The location is the former home...
Action News packs dozens of backpacks to help students succeed in new school year
Employees at Action News are helping dozens of local students get a head start on the new school year.The 6abc team spent Wednesday morning stuffing backpacks at the news station.We've been collecting book bags over the past few weeks.Each of the 100 bags was filled with school supplies and a personal note of encouragement written by members of the team.Backpacks were then delivered to the Norris Square Neighborhood Project and the Strawberry Mansion Police Athletic League on Wednesday afternoon.
CCP reviews counterproposal from union as contract expiration looms
Members of the three bargaining units of AFT Local 2026 held a brief rally before Wednesday’s negotiating session. The current contract for 1,400 workers at CCP expires Aug. 31, with the start of classes set for Sept. 3.
Back to school: Teacher vacancies place kids at disadvantage; how Philly district is seeking solutions
PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers estimates city schools have at least 400 vacancies in the ranks of its teachers at a time when schools across the county are seeing a shortage of instructors. The union reports Randolph High, a career and technical school in Nicetown-Tioga, is short one...
Villanova University Appoints Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and CIO
VILLANOVA, PA — Villanova University has announced the recent appointment of Tej Patel as the new Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective September 9. This decision follows a comprehensive national search that attracted a strong pool of candidates nationwide. “The importance of a strong...
3 Big Keys for Hopewell vs. Riverside in 2024 Season Opener, Plus Game Prediction
The training camp portion of the season is finished for the Hopewell Vikings football team, as the season and practice preparation are all geared towards that week’s opponent. Head coach Matt Mottes and his coaching staff spent the day on Sunday watching film and coming up with their final...
Mobile recording studio rolls into North Philadelphia to record conversations about Black joy
Their goal is to capture conversations about Black joy and change the narrative for a community often stigmatized.StoryCorps' mobile recording studio parked their airstream trailer in North Philadelphia, hoping to drive a new narrative that celebrates the heart of the people that live there.The trailer visits about ten cities a year and will be in North Philadelphia for the rest of the month before moving to their next stop in Huntington, West Virginia.Action News reporter Christie Ileto has the full story in the player above.For more information, visit: https://storycorps.org/mobile-tour/
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