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Shapiro signs 12 new bills into Pennsylvania law
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Governor Josh Shapiro signed a dozen bills into law in the past week. The new laws focus on vehicle registration and highway law, the manufacturing of certain goods, advertisement and security. Vehicle registration and highway vegetation House Bill 73, which was first introduced in the 2021-2022 Legislative Session, encourages PennDOT to […]
Pennsylvania residents now eligible for summer EBT program
(WTAJ) — Attention all Pennsylvania residents! The Summer EBT/SUN Bucks children’s nutrition program is open for applications. Summer EBT/SUN Bucks provides low-income families with money to feed their school-aged children during the summer. Applications are now open. Qualifying families with children enrolled in free or reduced school meal programs will receive assistance to purchase food […]
H.S. Baseball: Wyoming Valley Conference has 13 players earn all-state honors
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The Wyoming Valley Conference had 13 players selected to the Pennsylvania State Baseball Coaches Association’s inaugural all-state teams. The selections were made by high school coaches. Each district compiled a list of nominations within all classifications and presented them to...
Experienced Franchisee Brings First Pool Scouts to Pennsylvania
Mike McGrory's franchise journey through multiple concepts was born from economic challenges, and now as a Pool Scouts franchisee he’s working to develop his territory in Harleysville, Pennsylvania as the first operator in the state. “People want the aesthetic of the pool as soon as possible, even if it’s...
More funding could be coming to a Pa. affordable housing program
This story originally appeared on Spotlight PA. State legislators are haggling over what to do with Pennsylvania’s $14 billion budget surplus. A funding increase for an affordable housing program is a prime contender for a piece of the pie. The Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Fund, or PHARE,...
Cooling Off: Prop 12’s Impact on Heat Stress Relief for Pregnant Sows
In this episode of our podcast, Brent Hershey returns to discuss the significant impact of Proposition 12 on managing heat stress in sow barns during the current heat wave in the Eastern US. Joining him are Matt Howell and Hayden Meck, experienced barn managers from Pennsylvania and Milton, Delaware. They delve into the following key points:
Morgan Properties Acquires 11-Property Portfolio in Pennsylvania
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA. — Morgan Properties, a development and investment firm based in the Philadelphia suburb of King of Prussia, has acquired a portfolio comprising 3,434 units across 11 properties in Pennsylvania. Morgan purchased the communities from their original developer, DePaul Management Co. The sale price was not disclosed. Matt Stefanski and Zachary Pierce of Berkadia brokered the transaction.
Mentor de force: PA pols dish on who helped guide their careers
There’s a lot to be said about working your way through the ranks. Politics is a realm riddled with conversations about who’s next and what they’re doing to position themselves for the future. In our discussions with sources for an upcoming feature, we came across similar responses...
The Gallery at Bex presents James Feehan “Journey Folk”
The community is invited to the opening of a solo exhibition of 35 paintings by James Feehan at The Gallery at Bex curated by C. Lee Callahan. Feehan presents work on the theme “Journey Folk” to populate his narrative paintings. The Folk referred to are the inhabitants of a tableau of magical paintings that locate the viewer among a great variety of painted worlds.
Another gorgeous day on Wednesday in Philadelphia region, showers possible for 4th of July
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The forecast for the Philadelphia region remains on track with only minor tweaks here and there. Expect another gorgeous day on Wednesday with seasonably mild temps, plenty of sun mixed with a few clouds and very low humidity, especially for this time of year. Things change significantly, however, on Thursday as showers and storms are possible for the Fourth of July holiday. The heat and humidity will be ramping up, and although it doesn't appear to be a major storm system, we will certainly be tracking on and off showers throughout the day, mainly during the afternoon...
As Hurricane Beryl approaches Jamaica, Philadelphians worry about relatives on the island
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — John Parboosingh's brother lives in Portmore, Jamaica, less than 10 miles from Kingston, where Hurricane Beryl is expected to make catastrophic landfall Wednesday afternoon. "They're worried about the flooding," Parboosingh said. Jamaica's honorary consul in Philadelphia, Christopher Chaplin, received a briefing from the prime minister Tuesday. "Every Jamaican in the United States, Canada, and UK are actively watching this storm," Chaplin said. The Jamaican government is taking proactive steps to ensure residents' and tourists' safety, he said. "The airports in Montego Bay will close at 11:59 p.m. tonight and the airport in Kingston will close at 10 p.m. tonight," Chaplin said. "We...
Jet ski abandoned over a year ago on busy Philly street finally collected after social media campaign
PHILADELPHIA - The City of Philadelphia gave an update on its citywide cleaning program, saying it has cleaned more than 5,000 blocks since the program launched last month. But, one eyesore people in Callowhill say they’ve been dealing with for months in the form of an abandoned jet-ski, illegally dumped in a tow-away zone, right off the Vine Street Expressway. The mess hit social media and the city took quick action.
July 4th Philly celebrations: City prepares Ben Franklin Parkway ahead traffic, crowds
PHILADELPHIA - The City of Philadelphia is finalizing last-minute preparations for its annual Fourth of July celebration. Staging, road closures and security fencing are now in place along the Ben Franklin Parkway for the nation’s 248th birthday. A team from several city departments met on the Ben Franklin Parkway...
Chester High School football player shot in head, killed, police say
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Chester High School football player was shot and killed over the weekend, police said. The shooting happened on Sunday just after 6:30 p.m. in the area of 24th and Crosby streets. Police identified the Chester High student as 17-year-old Zaheem Sabree. Police said officers found Sabree lying in the 100 block of East 24th Street with a gunshot wound in the left side of his head. He was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead.The Chester Upland School District released a statement saying that Sabree, an incoming 12 grader, was a "dedicated and loved member...
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