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Lansdale Borough Hall: Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Lansdale Borough Hall was located in a renovated 1932 post office. Not only had they outgrown this location, it had numerous deficiencies, some of which stemmed from decisions made in the 1987 renovations. One of the main issues was that the building was not accessible for people with disabilities, presumably...
Delaware County Community College Student Earns Full Tuition Scholarship to University of Pennsylvania
DCCC's Chloe Johnson leaps from community college to Ivy League with full-tuition scholarship to University of Pennsylvania. Chloe Johnson of Paoli is going straight from community college to the Ivy League. She has been awarded a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania, where she will complete her bachelor’s degree.
Horror Help Wanted: Opening Casting Call at Valley of Fear in Feasterville, PA
How would you like to be a part of the cast in the deepest, darkest, and most horrifying woods in Bucks County?. Valley of Fear is looking for help for the 2024 season. You're in luck. Organizers of Valley of Fear and the Original Haunted Hayride in Feasterville are looking for cast members for its upcoming 34th year of fear.
Bucks County SPCA hosts Barn Bash
The Bucks County SPCA Barn Bash took place July 14 at Durham Hill Farm in Pipersville. Bucks County SPCA’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Barn Bash raises essential funds to help the SPCA save more dogs, cats, pocket pets, and farm animals across Bucks County. The event featured food and drinks, with an opportunity to bid on local art, custom pet products, and dining and sporting experiences.
Realtors' association expresses opposition to possible deed transfer tax referendum
ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Allentown City Council deferred action on a bill that would authorize the Lehigh County Board of Elections to place a referendum on the Nov. 5 ballot asking voters to amend the home rule charter to delete the deed transfer tax from the section which regulates the tax rate.
Severe Storms Ravage Philadelphia and Wilmington, Injuring Residents and Leaving Thousands Powerless
Philadelphia faced severe weather challenges as storm systems swept through the region yesterday, leaving a wake of destruction and thousands without power. According to reports from FOX29, the storms escalated quickly in the late afternoon, moving from the Lehigh Valley south and east, marked by damaging winds, intense lightning, and heavy rainfall. The weather conditions caused widespread damage, with early reports around 5:15 p.m. indicating numerous trees and wires down in upper Bucks County. One report detailed a tree toppling onto a fire chief’s vehicle, resulting in it overturning and the firefighter sustaining injuries.
Reading business owner charged in drug trafficking investigation
Gregory Borges, 60, of Reading, has been arrested and charged following a comprehensive drug trafficking investigation spearheaded by the Berks County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force. In May of 2024, the Berks County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force initiated an investigation and identified Gregory Borges as an individual who...
Bernville Borough closes offices following mayor's assassination attempt comment
BERNVILLE, Pa. - The Borough of Bernville has closed its offices for the week following backlash from comments made by the mayor on social media. The controversy started when Bernville Mayor Shawn Raup-Konsavage made a comment on his personal Facebook page following the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. The post simply said: "Try Harder."
Don’t miss the Black Eyed Peas in Pa. in August: Where to buy tickets
Fans have an opportunity next month to see the six-time Grammy Award-winning Black Eyed Peas perform in Pa. They will take the stage at Musikfest 2024 on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Bethlehem. Special guests are Flyana Boss and Loguidice. The hip-hop trio’s hits have included “Where Is The Love”...
Coates St Single Lane Closure With Flagging 7/18 & 7/19
The work originally scheduled for 7/17 & Thursday 7/18 is now pushed back to begin 7/18 & end 7/19. Traffic from all directions will be allowed through with direction from flaggers but may be slightly delayed. Emergency vehicles will be given first priority should they need to pass through. Location:...
Summer playground program in full swing
The township summer playground program continues through July 26. Locations include Devonshire, Frank McCullough Sr., Lindberg and Laubach parks. Any township student who has completed kindergarten through age 12 is able to participate. Registration can be completed the first day at the park you will be attending. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon Mondays through Friday and 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. LEFT: Lobach Jäckelyn Lema completes a handstand at the Laubach Park summer playground program. Additional photos appear on Page A11.PRESS PHOTO BY C. RICHARD CHARTRAND.
Pittsburgh Greeted by Clear Skies and Lower Humidity, Morgantown on Alert for Weekend Showers
Pittsburgh residents can expect a respite from humidity and possible storms today. The forecast puts a bright spin on the weekend, promising dry weather and clear skies as high pressure makes its way into the area. After early morning fog and low clouds dissipate, we're looking at scattered cumulus clouds but also relief from the mugginess that's clung to the city streets like an unwelcome second skin, according to the National Weather Service.
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