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Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos has to be studied
Some players have a knack from coming through in the clutch, when the stakes are highest. David Ortiz and Derek Jeter are remembered for their ability to come through in big spots. Jack Morris is in the Hall of Fame because of his ability to come through in the playoffs. And then there is Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos.
ChristianaCare Raises Minimum Wage to $16.50 an Hour
ChristianaCare increased its minimum wage to $16.50 an hour effective July 21, 2024. The new $16.50 per hour minimum wage exceeds federal, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania minimum wage rates. Interested in a career at ChristianaCare? Click here. “At ChristianaCare, we are committed to creating health so that people can flourish, and that begins […] The post ChristianaCare Raises ... Read More
47 Pennsylvania residents charged with defrauding public assistance in June
(WJET/WFXP) — The office of Pennsylvania’s inspector general has charged more than 40 people for allegedly committing felony public assistance fraud this past month. PA Inspector General Lucas Miller announced Tuesday that 47 people were charged with attempting to defraud public assistance programs during the month of June with $228,772 being owed to the Commonwealth […]
Big Lots To Close Pair Of Pennsylvania Stores
It currently has around 1,425 stores nationwide, 73 of which are located in Pennsylvania. The company cited rising costs and inflation as reasons for the move and said a bankruptcy filing could be coming. Stores in the Pennsylvania slated for closure are as follows:. Exton located at 201 West Lincoln...
West Shore college aims to sell surplus land, buildings
Central Penn College is looking to unload surplus land, townhomes and office space in and around its 58-acre campus in East Pennsboro Township, Cumberland County, through an RFP process overseen by Lemoyne-based RSR Realtors. College officials hope the properties attract developers with proposals that enhance the campus and benefit students.
Councilman Marks to recommend lowering development on 188 acres in south Perry Hall
PERRY HALL, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Tuesday announced that he will support reducing the development potential of more than 188 acres in the south Perry Hall area as part of the Comprehensive Zoning Map Process. The properties are included in Issues 5-036 and 5-181 and stretch from...
Funeral arrangements announced for retired Baltimore police officer, Harford County volunteer firefighter Timothy Holt
FALLSTON, MD—Funeral arrangements have been announced for a retired Baltimore police officer and Harford County volunteer firefighter. Timothy A. “Tim” Holt, an Iraq War veteran, died July 3 of a stroke at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center. The Bel Air resident was 57 years old.
Shooting in Towson Prompts Police Investigation
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that occurred in Towson yesterday afternoon. Officers were dispatched to the 6800 block of Loch Raven Boulevard at approximately 1:30…
Gettysburg School District To Go Device-Free Starting Next School Year
GETTYSBURG, (KCCR) — The Gettysburg School District is one of a growing number of districts across the state and country to clamp down on access to smartphones and devices by students during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says the decision to make Gettysburg a device-free school started about a year ago…
Bullride Mania: Cowboys ride bucking bulls at York State Fair
YORK, Pa. — It was cowboys against bulls Tuesday night at the York State Fair. The rodeo was the newest attraction for fairgoers during the 10-day fair. Riders must stay on a bucking bull for at least eight seconds. "It is a big-time adrenaline rush for people on the...
Gettysburg Foundation welcomes Japanese delegation for tour of battlefield, borough
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — The Gettysburg National Military Park and staff members of the Gettysburg Foundation recently welcomed a delegation from the battlefield's sister park, the Sekigahara Battlefield in Sekigahara, Japan. Representatives from Japan's Gifu Prefecture government, the Sekigahara Battlefield, and the Japanese tourism industry were in attendance for a...
Historic Brick Installation Leads to Weeklong Clifford Street Closure in Philly
The Streets Commissioner Kirstin Del Rossi revealed plans to shut down the 3000 block of Clifford Street to through-traffic starting next week. The interruption, aimed at re-installing historic bricks on Montgomery Avenue, is expected to begin bright and early at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, July 29 and will run through to the afternoon of Friday, August 2 at 5:00 p.m., as announced in a press release.
Larry Brown on facing prime Shaquille O'Neal: I've never seen a better player in my life"
As he dominated the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2001 NBA Finals, Philadelphia 76ers head coach Larry Brown promptly explained why Shaquille O’Neal was the best player he ever saw.
Legion baseball: Northeastern holds the advantage as rain forces postponement
HERSHEY – Steady rain forced the suspension of the Northeastern-Chambersburg Region 4 Legion baseball game on Monday night. Though both sides still have a chance in the game and in the tournament overall, when play stopped, Northeastern held all the advantages. The York County champion led 2-0 with the bases loaded and no out...
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