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New PA Lottery drawing offers $305,000 in prizes
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Lottery opened a new drawing to players Wednesday with prizes totaling $305,000. Campfire Cash Second-Chance Drawing is now open for players to submit both winning and non-winning tickets from a licensed Lottery retailer, excluding tickets purchased online. Eligible players have the chance to receive prizes up to $50,000 and […]
Video shows Sen. John Fetterman in aftermath of I-70 crash in Maryland
Video from U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's crash in Maryland last month has been obtained by Pittsburgh's Action News 4. At our request, Maryland State Police provided the bodycam video that shows the Pennsylvania senator and his wife, Gisele, in the aftermath of the crash on Interstate 70 in Hancock. Watch...
Two Democrat Pennsylvania State House Representatives resign
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Two Democratic Party members of the Pennsylvania State House Representatives announced they are resigning. According to the Office of the Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, both Rep. Donna Bullock (D-195th) and Rep. Stephen Kinsey (D-201st) both resigned. Bullock resigned on Monday, July 15 after first winning a special election for […]
Want to be a PA corrections officer? The DOC is hiring
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – If you want to be a corrections officer in Pennsylvania, the Department of Corrections is hiring for positions in Clearfield, Somerset, and Huntingdon counties. For interested applicants, the DOC is hosting a job fair on July 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quehanna Boot Camp, located at 4395 […]
Shapiro Administration Invests $200,000 to Train Workers with Disabilities for Manufacturing Jobs
The Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career grant for Pennsylvanians with disabilities builds on Governor Shapiro’s commitment to investing in programs that provide skill-building opportunities to build a strong manufacturing workforce. Governor Shapiro believes that every Pennsylvanian deserves the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed. Harrisburg, PA...
Burpee Open at Fordhook Farm will take guests behind-the-scenes
Burpee, one of the most well-known gardening brands in the U.S., will host its annual Burpee Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27. The free event rooted in a rich tradition that dates back to the 1800s will take place at Burpee’s Fordhook Farm, 105 New Britain Road, Doylestown, and will feature self-guided garden tours to give guests a behind-the-scenes peek into the magic of Burpee’s gardens. There will also be food trucks, live music, horticultural speakers, and more.
Aqua PA reps talk PFAS, rates at Chalfont meeting
Two representatives of Aqua PA addressed public concerns over proposed rate hikes and PFAS contamination during a July 8 meeting with Chalfont Borough Council. PFAS is a group of synthetic chemicals used in everything from food packaging to firefighting foam. Exposure to PFAS chemicals is linked to several birth defects, as well as kidney and thyroid issues.
“Hope Cards” quickly verify PFA orders
Montgomery County Prothonotary Noah Marlier recently addressed Souderton Borough Council this month to publicize the county’s new “Hope Card” and highlight changes to the Protection from Abuse order process (PFA, also known as a Restraining Order). According to Marlier, Montgomery County is only the second in the...
Wine on the Waterfront is back at Washington Crossing Historic Park
The 7th annual Wine on the Waterfront returns to the banks of the Delaware River at 1112 River Road in Washington Crossing, Pa., from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, July 27. At this tasting event, sip on wine from a number of Pennsylvania and New Jersey wineries, savor food in a relaxing atmosphere, and hear songs from a local jazz musician while supporting Washington Crossing Historic Park. Tickets are on sale now, in limited supply, and will not be sold at the gate; they are $15 for designated drivers and $40 for general admission.
Roxy Therapy Dogs welcomes board member
Roxy Therapy Dogs recently appointed Amy Bach of Quakertown to a three-year term on its board of directors. Bach has been an educator with the Central Bucks School District for 22 years and teaches kindergarten at Cold Spring Elementary School in Doylestown. “I’ve loved having a Roxy Reading dog in...
Neshaminy senior receives fine arts scholarship
Neshaminy Valley Music Theatre awarded a scholarship grant of $2,500 to Neshaminy High School senior Cameron Krauss of Langhorne, who is planning to study musical theater in college this fall. Neshaminy Valley Music Theatre (NVMT) is a nonprofit scholarship organization that has offered competitive grants since its founding in 1956...
Calling all cool cars for NBA Newtown Antique & Classic Car Show
The Newtown Business Association (NBA) announced the return of the Newtown Antique & Classic Auto Show, set to take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 28, on historic State Street in Newtown Borough. The annual car show is a staple of the summer season, drawing thousands of...
Settlement Reached in Split Rock Resort Timeshare Lawsuit
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a legal settlement with Split Rock Resort’s owners, Split Rock Investments, LLC, and SCH USA, LLC, for alleged consumer mistreatment related to timeshare sales. The lawsuit, filed by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office, accused the resort of violating state Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Laws by denying timeshare owners property access and imposing excessive fees.
Pennsylvania’s Inconsistent Property Tax System
Pennsylvania’s property tax system faces significant challenges due to the lack of mandatory, regular property reassessments. Unlike other states, Pennsylvania allows counties to decide when to reassess properties, leading to some counties delaying reassessments for decades. This results in a “lopsided tax system” where property taxes are not uniformly assessed, causing discrepancies and economic stagnation.
Pennsylvania Establishes Specialized Office for Dementia Care Coordination
Pennsylvania is set to establish a dedicated office within the Department of Aging to lead initiatives and coordinate care for approximately 300,000 residents suffering from dementia and related disorders. Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed a state budget that includes funding for this new Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Related Disorders (ADRD) office. The establishment of the office follows bipartisan support in the state legislature, with additional funds allocated for research on Alzheimer’s and other neurological conditions.
The Communications Solutions Group of Jenkintown promotes two full-time employees
The Communications Solutions Group, a public relations and marketing firm on Old York Road in Jenkintown, announced the promotion of two full-time employees: Jessica Lis (above right) and Cassie Morrison (above left). Lis, the firm’s public relations and social media specialist of two years, has been promoted to digital marketing...
Sisters of St. Francis who formerly served Elkins Park honored as Diamond Jubilarians by Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Sisters Damian Marie Jackson (above left) and Virginia Spiegel (above right), a former retreat director at the Dominican Retreat House in Elkins Park and a former Director of Finance for the Dominican Sisters in Elkins Park, respectively, were honored as Diamond Jubilarians by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for their 70th years of religious life, Catholic Philly reported.
Chalfont man dead after crash in Montgomeryville
A 43-year-old Chalfont man was killed in a motorcycle accident on Tuesday morning. Officers were called to the scene just before 9 a.m. It happened in Montgomeryville at the intersection of County Line Road and Limekiln Pike. Police investigations say the motorcycle was traveling eastbound on County Line Road when...
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