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Berks LaunchBox announces first five winners of “IMAGINE Your Business” grant
The Berks LaunchBox recently announced the first five recipients of the “IMAGINE Your Business” grant. Funded by the County of Berks Imagine Berks Fund, this grant provides up to $2,000 to early-stage entrepreneurs to support various business needs such as prototyping, marketing and product development. The initiative aims to foster innovation and economic growth within Berks County.
Pennridge students billed in error for hundreds of dollars in fall classes. What happened
Parents of Pennridge students were in sticker shock Thursday after mistakenly receiving a bill charging hundreds of dollars for classes this fall. An email went out to parents Thursday night with an invoice from MySchoolBucks — a third-party software company used by several area school districts to handle school-related payments — showing Pennridge...
Montco to hire 15 new public defenders to address ongoing shortage, applications now open
Montgomery County officials approved the hiring of 15 new public defenders during a salary board meeting in Norristown on Thursday, August 15, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported. The public defenders are expected to be hired in the coming months and represent “the largest infusion of lawyers into that office in recent...
Berks opens state-of-the-art Firearms Discharge Laboratory to enhance gun crime investigations
The Berks County District Attorney’s Office unveiled a firearms discharge laboratory Thursday at the Berks County Agricultural Center, marking a significant enhancement in the county’s ability to swiftly investigate and prosecute gun-related crimes. Funded through a $552,341 grant awarded by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD)...
NOVA seeks nominations for first Upstander Awards
NOVA, Bucks County’s comprehensive crime victim services agency, is seeking nominations for its first Upstander Awards, to be presented on Sunday, Sept. 29, at NOVA’s annual Upstander Day. The event and awards presentation will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Epstein Campus of Bucks County Community College, located at 1304 Veterans Highway, Bristol.
Family Service Drive for Youth Golf Outing set for Oct. 7
The 25th annual Family Service Association of Bucks County Drive for Youth Golf Outing will be held at Jericho National Golf Club in New Hope on Oct. 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine. For the past 24 years, the Drive for...
Council Rock Newtown loses in Little League World Series opener
It was a tough start to the Little League World Series for a Bucks County team on the trip of a lifetime. The boys from Council Rock Newtown Little League fell to Boerne Little League from Texas 9-0 in their opening game Thursday in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The kids from Bucks...
PSP Camp Cadet wraps up another successful year
EARL TOWNSHIP, Pa. - The Pennsylvania State Police Troop L Camp Cadet is wrapping up a busy week. "[At] Camp Cadet, we really focus on growth through discipline, achievement through teamwork," said Trooper Ethan Brownback, PIO for PSP Troop L. "We focus on integrity; we focus on hard work." Camp...
Academic catalog expanded to include new minors
Students can choose from minors in Indigenous studies, music technology, and electrical and computer engineering. Lafayette has expanded its academic catalog with the addition this fall of new minors in Indigenous studies, music technology, and electrical and computer engineering. A minor is often pursued by students to complement their major(s),...
Officials track down fugitive wanted for 2021 murder of 16-year-old outside Southwest Philly 7-Eleven
On Feb. 18, 2021, around 4 a.m., Kahlief Myrick was inside the store along 70th Street near Grovers Avenue, grabbing breakfast with his cousin when detectives say Donald Whittingham entered with a woman and tried to start trouble with the teen.
Community Mourns Passing Of Police Sgt. In Upper Southampton
The Upper Southampton community is mourning the passing of retired Sgt. Jeffrey Delp on Wednesday, Aug. 14. He was 68 years old.He was formerly from Langhorne.After honorably serving his country as an Army MP, Sergeant, Delp joined the Upper Southampton Township Police Department in June 1979 as a …
Temple Football holds annual media day
Temple football held its official local media day Friday morning at Edberg-Olson Hall, where third-year head coach Stan Drayton and a handful of players spoke with the media as the season opener nears. Among the players made available were transfer safety Andreas Keaton and transfer center Grayson Mains. Returning wide...
Compassus Hospice and Senator Argall Honor Veterans
Compassus Hospice, based in Hamburg, recently hosted a special Veteran pinning ceremony and town hall discussion, which included Pennsylvania State Senator David G. Argall. During the ceremony, 30 residents of the Schuylkill Center were honored for their military service. Each veteran received a commemorative pin, a small but meaningful token of gratitude for their dedication and sacrifice to our country.
Pottstown man jailed for robbing Turkey Hill store
NORRISTOWN — A Pottstown man was sent to jail after he admitted to robbing a borough Turkey Hill store while armed with a knife. Brian L. Missimer, 40, of the 800 block of North Washington Street, was sentenced in Montgomery County Court to 9 to 23 months in the county jail on a felony charge of robbery in connection with a June 2023 incident at the Turkey Hill convenience store on North Charlotte Street.
Gehman Design Remodeling: Transforming Harleysville with Expert Craftsmanship
Harleysville, PA - Gehman Design Remodeling, renowned as a top remodeler, is revolutionizing spaces in Harleysville and surrounding areas. The company’s expert team specializes in transforming outdated homes into beautiful, functional spaces, catering to each homeowner's unique tastes and needs. For homeowners planning a kitchen remodel, Gehman Design Remodeling...
Due to Popular Demand, Campbell’s Brings Back Jason Kelce’s ‘Legend Edition’ Cans
Due to popular demand, Campbell Soup Company is bringing back the Jason Kelce "Legend Edition" cans that first dropped earlier this year. Due to popular demand, Campbell Soup Company is bringing back the Jason Kelce “Legend Edition” cans, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. The sought-after cans first...
Three Cheltenham grads seeing professional success: Peter Lee (1986), Nadiyah Bell (2020), Ian Wright (2020)
Local historian Chuck Langerman has highlighted the current professional statuses of three Cheltenham alumni:. Lee, a 1986 graduate, is the owner and founder of Jolie Salon & Spa, a full-service hair salon and luxury spa in Blue Bell. Lee became a licensed hairstylist in 1989 and currently has 70 employees....
New state-of-the-art school in Overbrook gives hope to students
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — New beginnings and new possibilities in Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood.Students, staff and faculty celebrated the new and improved Lewis College Cassidy Academics Plus School with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday."This new school is a place where we will explore, discover and grow the leaders of tomorrow," said Principal Herman Douglas.The $62 million state-of-the-art facility is the first in the district to be built by a Black-owned construction company. It will soon welcome hundreds of students from grades kindergarten through 8th grade."Our scholars absolutely deserve this," said Tony Watlington, superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia.Parents, incoming students and...
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