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Chesterbrook’s Aclaris Therapeutics Enters $31.5 Million Royalty, Milestone Payments Deal
Chesterbrook-based Aclaris Therapeutics has agreed to sell $31.5 million of its future Eli Lilly and Co. royalty and milestone payments. Chesterbrook-based Aclaris Therapeutics has agreed to sell $31.5 million of its future Eli Lilly and Co. royalty and milestone payments to a Canadian pension plan, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Hawley: Whistleblowers say Trump’s security detail was unprepared, inexperienced
(The Center Square) – Multiple whistleblowers have come forward telling U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., that many working as part of former President Donald Trump’s security detail at a rally in Pennsylvania one week ago weren’t Secret Service and were “unprepared and inexperienced personnel,” Hawley says. The accusation comes after the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, on which Hawley sits, announced it will conduct a bipartisan investigation into the July 13 assassination attempt of Trump. ...
Ardmore’s history recognized by statewide origination
LOWER MERION — Recently, the Ardmore Initiative was one of several organizations that were recognized by the Pennsylvania Downtown Center (PDC) during the organization’s annual statewide Townie Awards gala. The Townie Awards are a tradition designed to recognize the commonwealth’s core communities and individuals for creating and implementing...
Update: Berks County under a flash flood warning Monday morning
On Monday at 6:07 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flash flood warning in effect until 7:30 a.m. for Berks County. "At 6:07 a.m., Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated showers and thunderstorms that produced between 1 and 4.5 inches of rain across the warned area have weakened and mostly moved to the south and east. Portions of Route 422 in Exeter Township are closed due to flash flooding," according to the weather service. "This includes Interstate 176 in Pennsylvania between mile markers 3 and 11."
Gov. Murphy signs new medical debt protections into law
The new law bars credit reporting of and caps interest on medical debt and requires creditors to offer income-driven payment plans. The post Gov. Murphy signs new medical debt protections into law appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
Philly teams unite to hold epic Philadelphia Girls Sports initiative
From basketball to hockey, the six major sports teams in the area including the Philadelphia Union, Eagles, 76ers, Wings, Flyers and Phillies allowed girls from around the Delaware Valley to showcase their skills.
Ex-Philly officer Edsual Mendoza gets at least 8 years in killing of 12-year-old Thomas ‘T.J.’ Sidiero
A fired Philadelphia police officer who pleaded guilty to murder in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy was sentenced Monday to at least eight years in prison. Edsaul Mendoza, a five-year veteran of the force who was fired a week after the shooting in 2022, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas “T.J.” Siderio.
Inter Arma Have a Handful of East Coast Shows Lined Up
Months after the release of their latest album New Heaven, Inter Arma‘s got some live dates coming up that you should absolutely go to if you’re able to get out to the east coast. For five days this coming September, the insanely heavy blackened post-metal outfit will be...
The Burpee Open Will Showcase the Gardening Giant’s Doylestown Home This Weekend
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A local farm that’s home to the gardening giant Burpee will open its doors to give the public a rare peek at its gardens and estate this weekend. Fordhook Farm, which is located at105 New Britain Rd. (across from the side entrance to Delaware Valley University), is home to Burpee’s product testing operations. Because the gates to the farm are open to the public only one day a year, the event offers a rare chance to see the test gardens of one of the biggest gardening companies in the United States.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
Woman Charged in Connection with Shooting of Infant in Philadelphia's Holmesburg Area
A woman has been arrested and charged in connection to the shooting of a 7-month-old boy in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood. The shooting, which occurred around 5:51 p.m. last Thursday on the 4000 block of Meridian Street, resulted in a swift response from law enforcement. According to 6abc, the suspect was taken into custody the following night and is currently awaiting formal charges.
Philadelphia husband, wife helping people in recovery rebuild — with tacos, coffee, yoga
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A husband and wife in long-term recovery are making an impact in Philadelphia with their "Unity" brand, helping people in recovery rebuild their lives.One of their businesses is serving up second chances in Manayunk — and tacos.Rich Schellenberger prepares every taco with gratitude inside Unity Taqueria, also known as Unity Taco, in Manayunk. As the general manager of the restaurant preps each burrito, he can trace back to the days he struggled with substance abuse as a vice president at a top 10 bank in the U.S."I was trading derivatives and doing head strategies," Schellenberger...
Habitat for Humanity welcomes new board members
Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County announced the addition of four prominent leaders to its board of directors, effective July 1. The new board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to advancing Habitat Bucks’ mission of “Building Communities, Empowering Families” through attainable housing. The newly-elected...
Keeping It Cool: Chester Water Authority Is Bring back Sprinkler Parks
CHESTER, PA — As summer heats up, Chester Water Authority (CWA) has brought back a refreshing treat for area residents in local sprinkler parks. CWA’s free sprinkler parks offer a fun and cooling escape for the young and the young at heart. The sprinkler park is a community...
Parx executive to join Family Service board
Family Service Association of Bucks County announced that Patricia Rooney, PHR, is joining the agency’s board of directors. A successful human resources professional, she brings vast field experience, particularly in the areas of organizational development, global management and policies/procedures, among many others. Since 2012, Rooney has served as director...
Blazers get hot down the stretch, win 3 in a row as team clinches play-in berth
Entering the final weekend of the East Coast Collegiate Baseball League regular season, the Quakertown Blazers needed to win four of their final six games. Playing 43 innings from a first pitch at 7 p.m. Friday night to a 4 p.m. first pitch Monday, it wasn’t going to be easy to accomplish this.
Rocking fundraiser to combat food insecurity
The Blue Bar, 119 York Road, Warminster, is rocking against hunger at a special fundraiser for the Warminster Food Bank on July 27, from 3 p.m. to midnight. The fundraiser will be an indoor/outdoor event with performances from seven local bands. The outdoor portion takes place from 3 to 6...
NOVA honors and celebrates volunteers
NOVA, Bucks County’s comprehensive crime victim services agency, recently held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Guiseppe’s Pizza and Family Restaurant in Warminster. More than 70 volunteers, board and staff members attended the dinner. The event is an opportunity to honor the volunteers who help NOVA in its...
Family Service Association’s Marlene Piasecki retires after 23 years
Donning a well-earned crown and sash, Marlene Piasecki, MSW, was recently celebrated by her Family Service Association of Bucks County colleagues during a retirement party, which comes after an impressive 23 years with the organization. “I loved my time at the agency,” she said. “And it was just a nice...
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