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LVHN opens new child care option for employees, public may be next
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new child care option now is available to those who work at Lehigh Valley Health Network. LVHN and River Crossing YMCA, formerly Greater Valley YMCA, on Monday cut the ribbon on the new LVHN Childcare Center in Bethlehem. The facility recently was built at the...
Longtime Lehigh Valley baker to set up shop with unique, sweet and savory scones
WASHINGTON TWP., Pa. – As a popular bakery prepares to close its storefront in Lehigh County, a new business – offering made-from-scratch scones, bagels, soft pretzels and other treats – is readying to open in its place. Sunny Moon Sconery, a small-batch sourdough baker specializing in artisan...
Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort is Celebrating 70 Years
Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort in Waymart, Pa., celebrates its 70th year of hosting family memories this season. Founded in 1954 by James and Dorothy Keen, the family still shares a passion for providing an incredible camping experience on the park’s private 90-acre lake, according to a press release.
ACCT Philly will pay families to foster animals to help with overcrowding concerns
Philadelphia, PA – ACCT Philly is addressing overcrowding concerns by paying people to foster animals. The organization’s new “Foster Frenzy” program is creating incentives for families to open their homes to shelter pets since the summer season is peek time for overcrowding. Foster families will receive $100 for caring for either an adult cat, or […]
Update: Thunderstorms with pea-sized hail to hit Northern Wayne and Susquehanna County Monday
An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Monday at 3:29 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:15 p.m. for Northern Wayne and Susquehanna County. Be ready for pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:29 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms...
Pittsburgh-area Democratic delegates ages 20 to 76 confront elevated role, while Republicans retool for campaign vs. Harris
"There were talks about there being an open convention and all the theories floating around about us delegates, I was anxious about how that was all going to play out. I feel as though being almost 21 years old I have much less lived experience than all the people I am voting on behalf of.” — Kaylee Werner, delegate to the Democratic National Convention The post Pittsburgh-area Democratic delegates ages 20 to 76 confront elevated role, while Republicans retool for campaign vs. Harris appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
PASSHE chancellor to step down this fall
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The current chancellor of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) has announced his plans to step down this fall. Dr. Dan Greenstein has served as chancellor since September 2018. “For six years, I have poured my heart and soul into our system, its people,...
Despite Jay-Z and Josh Shapiro’s support, Pa. didn’t approve school vouchers. Here’s why.
Pennsylvania lawmakers and advocates were prepared for a tough budget fight over school vouchers this year. Despite support for vouchers from Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro, GOP leaders, and even Jay-Z, a proposed $100 million voucher program was not a major sticking point in budget negotiations. Instead, legislative leaders reached a...
Pa. receives nearly $400 million in federal funds to help companies cut carbon emissions
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration will now work on a process for distributing the funds throughout the state. The post Pa. receives nearly $400 million in federal funds to help companies cut carbon emissions appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Gov. Josh Shapiro's path to prominence started in Montgomery County
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- There's growing speculation that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro could be a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris. Shapiro is among several Democratic governors getting attention for the vice president spot. Just nine days ago, he joined Harris for Thai take-out at Reading Terminal Market after she spoke at a town hall event in Philadelphia.The Keystone State is considered perhaps the most significant battleground state with 19 electoral votes, thrusting Shapiro into the national spotlight. Shapiro, 51, is the 48th governor of Pennsylvania currently serving his first term. He's become a rising Democratic star and was commended last...
Pennsylvania Home Prices Surge for Fifth Consecutive Month
LEMOYNE, PA — Pennsylvania’s median home sales price has risen for the fifth month in a row, according to a report for the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors®. In June, the median price climbed nearly 6% to $312,000, up from $295,000 in May. This marks a nearly 6% increase compared to June 2023.
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