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Montgomery County touts pilot program for high school students interested in government
NORRISTOWN — A pilot program offering high school students exposure to career options in government and public service was spotlighted during Thursday’s Montgomery County Board of Commissioners meeting. Created by the Montgomery County’s Workforce Development Board, the Public Service Fellowship selected 12 high school students from the Norristown...
Drought conditions in Bucks, Montgomery counties, national monitor shows
Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection has yet to declare a drought watch, but parts of Bucks and Montgomery counties are currently experiencing moderate drought conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. And some municipalities are already sounding the alarm. Horsham's water supply is "struggling," said Tina O'Rourke of the Horsham...
Moselem Springs Golf Club Among Nation’s Hidden Gems
Moselem Springs Golf Club, located just north of Montgomery County, has earned its place among the hidden gems of golf courses in America. Moselem Springs Golf Club, located just north of Montgomery County, has earned its place among the hidden gems of golf courses in America, according to a staff report from Golfweek USA Today.
Fatal Crash Closes Rt 422: PA State Police
The crash happened in the eastbound lanes at mile marker 188, Lower Providence Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania State Police told Daily Voice around 8 a.m. on June 28. Troop K Philadelphia and Skippack Station Troopers are currently on the scene of the fatal crash. Both Eastbound and Westbound lanes were...
Overseer set for central Pa. health facility that closed amid 2 execs’ suicides
A Lancaster County judge appointed a temporary receiver to oversee the company that runs Retreat Behavioral Health operations in Pennsylvania, including an Ephrata center. Judge Jeffrey Conrad’s order Thursday follows the abrupt shuttering of Retreat’s addiction and mental health treatment centers in three states within the past week, leaving in limbo nearly 650 employees and the discharge of patients.
Update: Flood watch for North Central Pa. until 2 a.m. Sunday
The National Weather Service issued an updated flood watch at 5:52 p.m. on Saturday in effect until Sunday at 2 a.m. for Montour, Northumberland and Columbia counties. The weather service states, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible." "Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding...
Miss Butler County competes in state competition
Miss Butler County Samantha Roth competed in the Miss Pennsylvania pageant from June 13 to 15 at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts in York, Pa. Many activities greeted the young women from around the state who participated in the state competition, including a visit to Harrisburg, luncheon with the York Philanthropy Club, pajama party and movie night, a Barbie-themed ball, Lilac Ball, and others.
Entry List For 2024 PA Speedweek Opener At Williams Grove Speedway
The 34th installment of Pennsylvania Sprint Car Speedweek presented by Red Robin starts Friday at Williams Grove Speedway in Mechanicsburg, Pa., with a $10,000-to-win program kicking off the 10-race miniseries. Thirty-four drivers are signed in for the opening round event at the famed half-mile, with names such as Lance Dewease,...
Pennsylvania State Police release five most wanted for Dauphin County area
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Pennsylvania State Police have revealed their most wanted list for the Dauphin County area. The criminal charges that the five suspects are wanted on by State Police at Lykens include theft, endangering the welfare of a child, terroristic threats and firearms violations. Below is the top five most wanted from […]
Alzheimer’s Foundation offers dementia-friendly July 4th celebration tips
(WJET/WFXP) — With Independence Day just around the corner sure to be filled with fun in the sun, gatherings and plenty of fireworks for many to enjoy, they can also create unique challenges for those with dementia. This week the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) offered some tips to create a dementia-friendly environment for caregivers […]
Bipartisan PA Bill Would Aid Preservationists
Preservationists and developers in Pennsylvania are hopeful for new state funding aimed at revitalizing historic buildings. Two recently introduced bills propose a significant increase in the annual cap for the state’s Historic Preservation Tax Credit program, a crucial subsidy for developers transforming vacant historic properties on the National Register of Historic Places.
SCOTUS ruling on homelessness could affect Pa., advocates say
In the most significant U.S. Supreme Court ruling on homelessness in decades, the court ruled Friday that cities can punish people for sleeping in public places, even if they have nowhere else to go. The decision applies to cities in nine Western states that were previously barred from enforcing camping...
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