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Auditor faults Pennsylvania agency over fees from Medicaid-funded prescriptions
A review by Pennsylvania’s elected financial watchdog concluded there were shortcomings in a state agency’s oversight of fees paid to pharmacy benefit managers in the Medicaid program, but the claims were hotly disputed by state officials. The report released Wednesday by Auditor General Tim DeFoor said the Department...
Shapiro Administration Invests Over $3 Million in C&J Industries’ Growth in Pennsylvania, Creating at Least 66 New Manufacturing Jobs in Crawford County
The leading plastics manufacturing company in Crawford County is investing more than $7 million in its expansion project. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced the Commonwealth is investing over $3 million to support the expansion of C&J Industries, a plastics manufacturing company for the health care, technology, consumer, and transportation industries and the leading manufacturer in Crawford County. Headquartered in Meadville since 1962, C&J Industries is investing $7 million to grow its operations, which will create at least 66 new, full-time jobs and retain an additional 262 existing jobs across the company.
A phishing scam is targeting some Pa. voters. Here’s what to know
The text message falsely claims the recipient is not registered to vote, and asks them to provide personal information on an unsecure website. A text message phishing scam is targeting registered voters in Philadelphia’s suburbs. The message tells the recipient that they are not registered to vote, and directs...
How much snow will southcentral Pennsylvania receive? The Old Farmer's Almanac says ...
The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts that the upcoming winter will be more temperate than usual for southcentral Pennsylvania. The almanac puts southcentral Pennsylvania, including Adams, Lebanon and York counties, in the Appalachian region, which stretches from Elmira, N.Y. to Ashville, N.C. ...
PennLive 5: Can’t miss Pennsylvania high school football games in Week 2
It’s time to look ahead to the highly anticipated second week of the high school football season. Yes, teams are expected to make their biggest “jump” from week 1 to week 2, so the hours ahead will either validate that statement or have coaching staffs reeling heading into the heart of the regular season.
Camden parents reiterate calls for School Advisory Board president to resign
Parents of Camden schoolkids are calling for the president of the city’s School Advisory Board to resign after a $2 million court settlement related to alleged child sexual abuse. Wasim Muhammad has said he will not step down despite allegations from Salema Robinson, a former student, that he groomed...
Tickets to world premiere of ‘Hidden: The Musical’ on sale now
Tickets are now on sale for the world premiere of “Hidden”, a musical theater piece based on the life of Ruth Kapp Hartz, a Jenkintown resident who as a young Jewish girl was hidden in Southern France during World War II. About the show:. Forced to change her...
Jerzee’s to host ‘Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser’ on Sept. 28
Organizers* of Glenside’s inaugural St. Patrick’s Day Parade are hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, September 28 from 3:00pm – 7:00pm at Jerzee’s Sports Bar & Pizzaria. The family-friendly event will feature live music by Natty Light, performances by Timoney & Cummins Irish Dancers, raffles, and games of chance. Admission is free and donations are appreciated.
Hobbled QB leads Manchester Township past West Deptford in football season opener
Manchester Township senior quarterback Aidan Lunn ran all over West Deptford in the first half in the opening game of the New Jersey high school football season Thursday. Lunn gained 98 yards on 11 carries but as he led a last-second TD drive that sent the Hawks into the half up 17-8, he injured his ankle.
Jackson to Depart Villanova For Northwestern University
VILLANOVA, Pa. – Villanova Vice President and Director of Athletics Mark Jackson was today named the Vice President of Athletics and Recreation at Northwestern University. University President Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, wrote in a communication to the Villanova community this morning: "While we are sad to see Mark leave, we wish him and his family all the best in this new opportunity. Since arriving on the Main Line in 2015, Mark has been a tremendous leader and innovator, partner and friend to so many at Villanova, helping elevate our Department of Athletics to unprecedented heights"
MCCC Food Recovery Program named among national Innovation of the Year recipients
BLUE BELL/POTTSTOWN — Montgomery County Community College’s Food Recovery Program has been named among 28 community colleges nationwide as recipients of the 2023-2024 Innovation of the Year award by The League for Innovation in the Community College, an international nonprofit organization with a mission to cultivate innovation in the community college environment.
Market Street ramp to I-95 South to close for 2 weeks in September
The Market Street ramp to Interstate 95 South will be closed for two weeks in September so the Philadelphia Water Department can complete sewer improvement, PennDOT said Thursday. The ramp will be closed from Monday, Sept. 11, through Sunday, Sept. 22, though weather delays could extend its closure. Drivers will...
Grants for EJ projects, Montco’s going greener & more SEPTA lines opening
The 2024 Community Resilience and Environmental Justice Fund is accepting applications. It will offer $15,000 grants to 20 organizations in Philadelphia working on long-term environmental justice initiatives. Eligible organizations must be located in Philadelphia, led by those most affected by environmental issues, and focused on building coalitions, community organizing, and capacity building. Applications are open until October 4th, 2024.
Is the Delaware River's water quality improving in Philadelphia?
PHILADELPHIA - The discovery of new life thriving along the once murky waters of a major Philadelphia river shows signs of promise for the future. More than 100 freshwater mussels were found during a survey near Pennypack Creek on the Delaware River in Northeast Philadelphia last week. The survey is...
Ekko Astral announce Baltimore, NYC & Philly shows
Ekko Astral have announced their final headlining shows of 2024, happening in Baltimore, Brooklyn, and Philadelphia. They’re calling each date “an evening of mascara moshpit” and promising “stacked bills, new music, deep cuts,” and “special surprises at each show.”. Baltimore is on October 16...
Philly Advocates Score Initial Win In Fight for Safer Bike Lanes
Religious institutions will no longer be able to legally park in a critical bike lane in Philadelphia — a critical victory for advocates who had mobilized to fight the exemption after a crash killed a cyclist who had been riding in a bike lane. Philly Bike Action recently announced...
Car smashes straight into beloved pharmacy in Delaware County
HAVERTOWN, Pa. - A Delaware County pharmacy is still intact, despite a vehicle crashing into it Wednesday morning. SKYFOX was over the scene of the aftermath of the shocking crash that sent a car straight through the storefront of the Katz Pharmacy in Havertown. Havertown police say it all happened...
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