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Temple IT staffer honored for 25 years of service
Paul Zagarella, CST ’ ‘14 , is marking 25 years of using his expertise in information technology to be of service to others. “I have been with Temple for 25 years and what I am most proud of is helping people all this time,” said Zagarella, who hails from Oaklyn, N.J.
‘Not them blaming you, I’m screaming’: Woman finds creepy holes in her hotel wall, and the manager has the worst excuse to explain it
Is it too much to ask for a hotel room that lives up to the task? Seeing as most of us can’t afford to stay in a luxury five-star establishment every time, all we’re after is essentially just a private space with a bed in it. Unfortunately, in some places out there, the private part of that measly requirement is not guaranteed.
Night Market coming to Northern Liberties on July 24
Northern Liberties is bringing back its Night Market for the 2nd year in a row on Wednesday, July 24th from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. The wildly popular Northern Liberties Night Market will be on North Second Street, between Fairmount Avenue and West Laurel Street. The family-friendly, dog-friendly, festival will feature 26 food trucks, beer gardens, […]
Delaware County announces Summer 2024 Safe Streets initiative
Delaware County has announced a Summer 2024 Safe Streets Program which was created to address a shortage of patrol officers in the Chester Police Department by assigning County employees for non-patrol duties which frees up CPD officers to perform patrol duties and helps add more officers to the streets. “The County is hopeful that this […]
Keeping It Cool: Chester Water Authority Is Bring back Sprinkler Parks
CHESTER, PA — As summer heats up, Chester Water Authority (CWA) has brought back a refreshing treat for area residents in local sprinkler parks. CWA’s free sprinkler parks offer a fun and cooling escape for the young and the young at heart. The sprinkler park is a community...
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro says he has not been vetted for VP
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) — As we inch closer to Election Day, more and more voters are wondering who likely Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris will choose as her running mate.There's speculation Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is being considered.On Tuesday at Shippensburg University, all eyes were on Shapiro as he confirmed he has not been part of any vetting process for the possible vice presidential position."I was not asked and have not submitted any paperwork," Shapiro said.After speaking to a crowd of educators and students outside of Stewart Hall, Shapiro was immediately asked several questions about possibly running alongside...
ChristianaCare Raises Minimum Wage to $16.50 an Hour
ChristianaCare increased its minimum wage to $16.50 an hour effective July 21, 2024. The new $16.50 per hour minimum wage exceeds federal, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania minimum wage rates. Interested in a career at ChristianaCare? Click here. “At ChristianaCare, we are committed to creating health so that people can flourish, and that begins […] The post ChristianaCare Raises ... Read More
Why Biz Groups Say Tax Credits Aren’t Enough to Solve Pa.’s Child Care Crisis
This story first appeared in How We Care, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring original reporting and perspectives on how we care for one another at all stages of life. Sign up for free here. HARRISBURG — For many families, child care in Pennsylvania is unaffordable and hard to access. It’s also rough on workers in the industry who receive low pay and don’t often remain in jobs. The situation has gotten so bad that business groups from across Pennsylvania recently implored lawmakers to intervene, arguing that “virtually all economic sectors” are affected by the shortage. Working parents can’t find child care so employers...
President of Cedar Crest College steps into new role on AICUP Board
Three college presidents are starting new statewide roles on the nonprofit AICUP board, including one from our area. Elizabeth M. Meade, Ph.D., President of Cedar Crest College, will be starting a new statewide leadership role as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Board of Directors. Dr. Meade became the fourteenth President of...
Pennsylvania Powerball winners for Monday, July 22
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A $50,000 Powerball ticket was sold in Pennsylvania for Monday’s drawing along with over 24,000 other winners. The $50,000 winner matched four of the five numbers and the Powerball on June 26. If Power Play (2) was active, the ticket would have been worth $100,000. According to the Lottery, more than […]
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