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Due Diligence: Philly-born NEA president says education at stake in election
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. In addition to the thousands of delegates representing their respective states, there are hundreds of delegates who represent organizations, such as the National Education Association (NEA). Around 200 teachers — NEA members — are serving as “education” delegates, making the NEA presence larger than any state delegation except for California, Florida and Texas.
New PA law will help residents access unclaimed property
Is the state withholding money or property that may be yours?. A recently approved law in Pennsylvania will make it easier for thousands to receive what's rightfully theirs. Behind the vault doors at the state treasury office in Harrisburg is a massive amount of unclaimed property. “We have 4.5 billion...
Team USA selects its flag bearers for Paralympic Games in Paris
Two former gold medalists will carry the United States flag at the Paralympics opening ceremony next week.Steve Serio, who helped the U.S.'s wheelchair basketball team to gold medals in the last two Paralympic Games, and Nicky Nieves, who helped Team USA win its first gold in sitting volleyball in 2016, were selected. The American Olympic and Paralympic Committee made the announcement Friday."I'm overwhelmed and honored," Serio said. "I never thought this would be something that I'd get to experience in my career. I want to say thank you to all the Team USA athletes."A five-time world champion, Serio is co-captain of the 2024 basketball team team along with Trevon Jenifer."Being the flagbearer for Team USA means that all of my hard work was not in vain," Nieves said. "I get to represent the country that made me who I am, with the best-of-the-best U.S. athletes by my side."The opening ceremony for the Paris Paralympics will be held across Place de la Concorde and the Champs Elyssés on Wednesday.The flagbearers were chosen by votes from fellow American Paralympic athletes. The American contingent is made up of 225 athletes and guides.
As Wealth Migrates, Philadelphia Loses Income While Collar Counties Fluctuate
As residents continue flocking to the suburbs, Philadelphia lost the most wealth in total income from 2021 to 2022 in Pennsylvania, while Chester County is among the top gainers, writes Kyle Nguyen and Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The latest data from the IRS and U.S. Census Bureau...
Patchy fog will be possible overnight as more sunshine moves in tomorrow
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM) – Patchy fog will be possible overnight as more sunshine moves in tomorrow. Temperatures will be on the rise with highs still in the 80’s. More details below:. TONIGHT:. Skies will be mostly clear for the overnight. Patchy fog will be possible in the valleys...
New York DMV Launches New User Friendly Website
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the launch of a new and improved website designed to be more user-friendly regarding customer service. If you've ever had to deal with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) website in the past you are well aware that oftentimes it wasn't the easiest website to find what you were looking for and sometimes the customer service would be what some would call "lacking".
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
‘Extremely serious’ equine virus that can spread to humans found in multiple N.Y. counties; state Department of Health issues warning
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The presence of the Eastern equine encephalitis virus has been detected in numerous horses across many counties in New York, according to the New York State Department of Health. The virus is a rare yet “extremely serious,” and is capable of being spread by mosquitoes...
Toiletries drive held for Chemung and Steuben County students
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — You can help students in Chemung and Steuben counties prepare for the new school year by donating to a non-traditional back-to-school drive. According to the United Way of the Southern Tier, nearly 20% of Southern Tier children live in poverty, and their families can’t use government benefits like WIC or SNAP […]
Short-term rental conference held in Monroe County
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The inaugural Pocono Short-term Rental & Home Conference kicked off at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions. Officials say this two-day event is for individuals interested in the short-term rentals and home industry. The Pocono area is home to dozens of Airbnb and rental properties. Contractors landscapers and plumbers will be […]
Death investigation in Susquehanna County
SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY, Pa. — A death investigation is underway in Susquehanna County. The coroner was called to an area off English Flats Road in Liberty Township around 10 p.m. Thursday. State police aren't releasing much information, only saying there is an ongoing, active investigation in this part of Susquehanna...
'Doggy Dip Days' to come to Horseheads
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- For pet lovers out there, there's a special event happening in Horseheads for pups to cool off. 'Doggy Dip Days' are happening at Thorne Street Pool. Its the final event of the summer pool season, happening August 27th through the 29th from noon to 2:30 p.m. and then 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 pm.
Fundraising carnival for stray cat TNR to be held in Southport
SOUTHPORT, N.Y. (WETM) — If you don’t have plans for this Sunday, consider helping stray and feral cats in Chemung County by visiting a carnival. REM-TNR is holding its carnival at Elmer Goodwin Park in Southport from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25. This carnival will feature games, raffles, a food truck, […]
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