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Fulton to shutter 19 branches
Fulton Financial is closing 19 branches in southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey and New York City three months after the bank’s emergency acquisition of failed Philadelphia lender Republic First Bank, a deal that deepened Fulton’s reach in the state’s largest market. Lancaster-based Fulton is closing 13 of its...
Aqua seeks rate increases; public hearings set before regulators
HARRISBURG – Water bills could be on the rise in the Shenandoah area, among other parts of the state next year, and regulators want your input. Aqua Pennsylvania filed an application in May seeking a rate increase from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. Aqua purchased the water system serving the Greater Shenandoah Area and took control last year.
Big 26 Baseball Classic pitting Pa. vs. Maryland lands at FNB Field
Pennsylvania is hoping to regain an advantage over Maryland Friday as the Big 26 Baseball Classic opens at FNB Field, the home of the Harrisburg Senators. The All-Star showcase, featuring prep standouts in the Class of 2025 and ‘26, is operated by the Hershey Harrisburg Sports & Event Authority.
Mosquito spraying set for Saturday night in 4 Warren County towns
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – The Warren County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be spraying against mosquitoes Saturday night, weather permitting, in parts of Phillipsburg, Lopatcong Township, Alpha Borough, and Harmony Township. The mosquito spraying will go on from 8:30 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, July 27...
Insights with LehighValleyNews.com on WLVR | July 26, 2024
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Join Megan Frank every Friday at 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. for Insights with LehighValleyNews.com on WLVR. Each week she’s joined by reporters to talk about the stories they’ve been following. These journalists are experts in their beats and offer you a greater understanding of the stories they’re working on.
Northampton Borough Council votes on new borough manager
As Northampton Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst nears the end of his impressive 57-year career serving the borough, Northampton Borough Council has voted to hire a new manager to fill his shoes. Brian Welsko was hired by unanimous vote, following several weeks of interviews with a specially appointed hiring committee. Welsko...
Allentown School Board accepts resignation, leaving vacant seat up for grabs in August
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Allentown School Board on Thursday approved the resignation of former school Director Daysell Ramirez. The open seat created by her resignation will be filled next month. The board approved the resignation in a 6-0 vote. Board President Andrene Brown-Nowell and Vice President Audrey Mathison, as well...
Noteworthy Neighbors | Local nonprofit, The Table, brings community together, one meal at a time
Coming out of the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic, husband and wife Glenn and Amy Sigley had it in their hearts to provide meals for community members twice a month, especially those that may be experiencing financial hardship. From there, Glenn and Amy recruited congregation members Betsy Maier and...
Hiroshima Peace Event Viewing Party Planned at Hellertown Church
On the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Christ Lutheran Church in Hellertown will host a viewing party for a livestreamed event from Hiroshima Peace Park in Japan. Est. Read Time: 2 mins. On the 79th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Christ Lutheran Church in Hellertown...
Rabid fox in Selinsgrove, two confirmed bites
Selinsgrove, Pa. — Two people were confirmed to have bitten by a fox suspected to be rabid in Selinsgrove yesterday near the East Snyder Community Garden. In the morning on Wednesday, July 24, the East Snyder Community Garden posted that "someone in Harris Estates was bitten by a fox today." This morning, the garden posted an update stating "three people have been bitten–one seriously" by the fox. State Police confirmed that two individuals were bitten by a fox on July 24 in Selinsgrove. ...
Students testify at state capitol against anti-semitism on PA college campuses
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Lawmakers and students from colleges across the commonwealth met at the capitol yesterday to discuss anti-semitism on college campuses. Statistics from the Anti-Defamation League show that antisemitic incidents on college students have risen 500% in the past two years. Students claim that the effects of hate...
North Country woman crashes stolen car in CNY, steals another car and makes it to Pennsylvania
Genoa, N.Y. — A North Country woman crashed a stolen car in Central New York, ran off and managed to steal another car and make it to Pennsylvania, deputies said. The woman, Bobbilea Skinner, 34, of Massena, was brought back to Central New York on Wednesday, deputies said. On...
Pa. gaming board bans 7 for online casino, sports betting fraud
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board has issued sanctions against seven people accused of illicit financial activity as part of the agency’s crackdown on online gaming fraud. The board this week announced the individuals were added to the iGaming involuntary exclusion list, bringing the total number of people banned from...
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