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Schwank applauds major state investment in Reading Area Community College Capitol Project
The Pennsylvania Department of Education has announced $6.5 million in funding for improvements to the Student Union Building at Reading Area Community College. The funding comes alongside substantial increases in higher education investments in Pennsylvania’s 2024-25 budget. This includes a $35.1 million increase for Pennsylvania State System universities, a $15.7 million increase for community colleges, and an additional $143 million to PHEAA to make college more affordable for Pennsylvania students.
Members of LCHS marching band grow as people
One of the benefits of extracurricular activities is the opportunity for personal growth. Within the Lancaster Catholic marching band, that goal is paramount. "We focus on being a person and working super hard," said Kate Pekarik, who's in her second season as LCHS marching band's director. This year's version of...
YMCA offers free programs for adults and some kids
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Free health and wellness programs are being offered through YMCAs in the Lehigh Valley. The Pathway programs are being launched at River Crossing YMCA, formerly Greater Valley YMCA and YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. “With the Allentown wellness center and fitness studios open and thriving,...
La Baja, new BYOB Mexican restaurant in Ambler, to host soft opening on Aug 30
La Baja, James Beard Award Finalist Chef Dionicio Jiménez’s new BYOB Mexican restaurant at 9 N Main Street in Ambler, will be soft opening on Friday, August 30. La Baja features a menu inspired by the food of the Mexican borders (“Cocina de Frontera”). The restaurant’s mission is to share dishes from places throughout the Mexican borders and the stories behind those dishes.
Manheim Central at Ephrata | Game of the Week preview
EPHRATA, Pa. — This week's FOX43 High School Football Frenzy Game of the Week is a showdown between two former Lancaster-Lebanon League division rivals who are meeting for the first time in seven years. The last time Manheim Central and Ephrata squared off in 2017, the Barons rolled to...
Car rolls into Schuylkill River after couple accidentally shifted it into drive, police say
A couple was inside a parked car along Kelly Drive when they accidentally shifted it in drive — sending the vehicle right into the Schuylkill River, according to police.
Pennsylvania snack food company sold, closing facility
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Stuffed Puffs, a Pennsylvania-based snack food company, will close its Bethlehem facility after being purchased by a manufacturer in Texas. According to the Department of Labor & Industry, Stuffed Puffs, LLC, which is located at 3910 Stuffed Puffs Place in Bethlehem, recently submitted a WARN notice ahead of its upcoming closure.
$2,500 Scholarship for HBCU Students Studying STEAM, Due: 9/5
Background: The AT&T / The NETwork BICP – Lewis Latimer Scholarship helps students studying STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) fields at accredited colleges or HBCUs. Named after the African American inventor Lewis Latimer, this scholarship supports graduating high school seniors and college students during the 2024-25 academic year. It aims to inspire students to pursue careers in STEAM disciplines.
Raging fire destroys historic Fire Chief's Memorial in Norristown
NORRISTOWN, Pa. - An early morning fire in Norristown damaged a memorial important to the fire service in town and raised questions about the fire’s origins. Video shot by FOX 29 shows fire burning along the roofline of the revered Fire Chief’s Memorial in Norristown’s Elmwood Park. The early morning flames tore at the roof of the structure and at the heartstrings of the fire community.
Justin Verlander's Bothered Admission About Wrong Move Vs. Phillies
After nearly three months of absence, Houston Astros star pitcher Justin Verlander is back in action. The future Hall of Famer appeared in his second start since getting activated from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday and looked solid on the mound in the first two innings. In the third inning, though, Verlander got clobbered by Philadelphia’s bats. Trea Turner hit an RBI single off of Verlander. Then after allowing a single to Bryce Harper and striking out Alec Bohm, Verlander got taken deep by Nick Castellanos, whose home run drove in three runs for the Phillies. After the game, Verlander lamented the pitch he threw at Castellanos, which was a 78 MPH curveball. Before that, Verlander caught Castellanos looking at a 93 MPH fastball. “The selection bothers me,” Verlander said about the curveball he hurled at Castellanos, per Brian McTaggart of MLB.com.
York County animal rescue under water
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — In the dog days of summer, some pups at Animal Rescue Inc. in New Freedom, York County are being relocated. The move comes after a pipe burst in the shelter, causing flood damage and reduced space for the shelter to care for its animals. Grace...
Eagles Cut Veteran Whose NFL Career May Now Be Over
The 2024 regular season is right around the corner! Eagle fans are clamoring to see the new-look team on the field but they'll have to wait a little bit longer. Aug. 27 at 4 p.m. ET is the deadline for all 32 teams in the NFL to get the roster down to 53 players. The Eagles started getting the ball rolling on that accord and let go of a draft bust on cutdown day.
VISTA Careers – County of Chester
The County of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and offers full-time employees competitive and flexible benefits packages that include health, long-term disability, dental, and life insurance, and more. Deputy Sheriff I. This position will protect the judge and courtroom personnel during...
PA CareerLink Chester County to Host Two Job Fairs in September
In recognition of National Workforce Development Month, PA CareerLink Chester County, in partnership with the Chester County Workforce Development Board, will hold CareerLink Awareness Day events in September. The Re-Entry Career & Resource Fair will be in Coatesville on September 10, and the Employer Panel & Career Fair will be in Kennett Square on September 11th.
Chester County Therapist, Teacher Shares His DNC Experience from ‘Lens of Comedy’
Tell Williams is a Chester County therapist and teacher who went to the DNC. Before he headed to the Democratic National Convention, Tell Williams, a Chester County therapist and teacher, posted a video of himself getting ready on TikTok, showing the process of choosing his outfit, writes Aliya Schneider for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
CCIU names new principal, vice principal for Coatesville Learning Center
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has named Hillary Soring as principal and Victor Brown as assistant principal of the organization’s Learning Center campus in Coatesville. Formerly the school’s assistant principal, Soring takes over for Dr. Don Mangan, who has been named the CCIU’s assistant director of the student services division.
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