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Walgreens in Elkins Park makes list of nationwide shutdowns
The Walgreens at 1 Yorktown Plaza in Elkins Park will be closing as part of the pharmacy store chain’s planned shutdowns for underperforming branches across the country, MSN.com reported. While no exact timeline has been given, CEO Tim Wentworth indicated that the wave of closures is due to ongoing...
Medical laboratories company laying off more than 100 people at Pa. facility; operation moving to Kansas
Quest Diagnostics is closing its facility and is laying off more than 100 people. The company is closing its Employer Solutions Lab at 400 Egypt Road in West Norriton Township, Montgomery County, near Norristown. Quest Diagnostics filed a WARN notice with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry informing the...
Bucks-Mont Pride Festival Brings People Together to Celebrate Each Other
Bucks-Mont Pride Festival is held by The Welcome Project PA, a Montgomery County-based nonprofit that serves Philadelphia, Montgomery, and Bucks counties. The goal is to help bring people together and celebrate each other. The Abington community once again showed its pride during the Bucks-Mont Pride Festival, organized by The Welcome...
Sentence reduced by one year for man convicted of assaulting Pottstown man with metal pipe
NORRISTOWN — A Philadelphia man saw his minimum prison term reduced by one year after a Montgomery County judge reconsidered the sentence she imposed last December after a jury convicted the man of charges he assaulted a Pottstown man with a metal pipe during a dispute in the borough.
New program streamlining protection from abuse orders shown to Souderton council
SOUDERTON — A new Montgomery County program to aid domestic violence survivors was highlighted at a Souderton Borough Council meeting. Titled “Hope Card,” the program provides a free, business-card-sized document to recipients of a final protection from abuse (PFA) order. The document lists key information from the order, including the names of the plaintiff and defendant, the issue date and the Protection from Abuse Database (PFAD) number, enabling law enforcement officials to quickly verify an active protective order in the event of a PFA violation.
Voters in Philly region, South Jersey react to the presidential debate
In the hours after the presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, NBC10’s Lauren Mayk caught up with a Philly resident, a Montgomery County resident and a South Jersey resident to get their reactions. In the latest episode of Battleground Politics, the three voters shared their thoughts on the debate and whether or not they’re closer to making a decision.
WRTI Young Artist Spotlight: Percussionist Sydney Charlene Vance
Percussionist Sydney Charlene Vance, a Montgomery County native, made her professional debut with the Main Line Symphony Orchestra in February 2024. Sydney, 14, enjoys performing as a marimba soloist, and was a winner of the Philadelphia International Music Festival, 2023 12-14 Division First Place Concerto Competition. She also collaborates with...
After making school history, this girls' lacrosse team earns honors for Bucks County area
Graduation losses are one of the first things coaches will talk about when entering a new season. Lose only a couple of players from the previous year and the outlook is usually bright. Lose a lot, especially at a small school, and the outlook can be a little bleak. Upper...
Fourth Of July: Here's Where To See Holiday Fireworks In Montco
Here's an exhaustive list of fireworks shows planned across the region for the holiday weekend. FirstEnergy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave., Reading, will show fireworks July 4, 5 and 6 for the Fightin' Phils games. Tickets can be purchased on the team's website. Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, 600 Governor Drive, Shillington,...
Bridge Tolls From New Jersey to PA Could Go Up 20%
When you think of how expensive everything else has gotten, it's somewhat amazing that the four bridges drivers use to cross from New Jersey to Pennsylvania haven't increased in price in 13 years. That may be about to change. DRPA Considers a 20% Toll Hike on Bridges Crossing the Delaware.
$266 Million Investment: Philly Joy Bank Supports Expectant Mothers, While Pennsylvania Governor Introduces Housing Rebate Initiative
The Philly Joy Bank has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting expecting mothers in Philadelphia, particularly in the Nicetown-Tioga, Strawberry Mansion, and Cobbs Creek neighborhoods. According to The US Sun News, eligible mothers selected through a lottery system will receive $1,000 per month for 18 months, beginning from their second trimester and continuing until their child’s first birthday. This financial assistance is intended to empower mothers by giving them control over their spending to meet essential needs. Additionally, participants will receive supplementary benefits such as financial counseling, home visits, and support from doulas.
Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company sued by state attorney general
We have a follow to a News 8 On Your Side investigation we first brought you last week. A Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company is now being sued by the state attorney general for not honoring its warranties. Concord Auto Protect, based in King of Prussia, is at the center of...
Local law enforcement can’t use radars, a police chief says that needs to change
PENNSYLVANIA. (WHTM) – Radar is used by local law enforcement in every other state except Pennsylvania. Hampden Township Police Chief Jason Yerg say it’s time for that to change. “Probably the number one complaint that we get as administrators of local law enforcement is speed enforcement through communities,” said Police Chief Jason Yerg. State Police […]
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