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Philadelphia animal shelter paying people to foster dogs, cats to help with overcrowding
It's a challenge that usually comes with the summer season: overcrowding at animal shelters.But shelters say this year is even worse."Last year in May and June we took in 60 dogs under seven months old. This year we took in 125," said Sarah Barnett, the executive director of ACCT Philly.The shelter in Hunting Park is now doing something it's never done before: paying people to foster animals."We're asking people to just open their homes for a month," said Barnett." Every adult cat you foster you get $100, or like a cage of kittens, if you do it for a month,...
Professional Pharmacy in Pottstown pays $150,000 settlement to resolve allegations of improper dispensing of drugs
PHILADELPHIA — A Pottstown pharmacy has paid a $150,000 settlement to resolve federal civil allegations that it improperly dispensed opioids and other controlled substances to individuals, and submitted claims to Medicare and Medicaid for those illegally dispensed controlled substances. U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced the settlement made by...
Eagles Player Drops Hint About Jason Kelce's Potential Return to Team
Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson hinted Wednesday afternoon that longtime center and NFL legend Jason Kelce might make a return to the Eagles. Johnson shared insights on the "Up and Adams Show" hosted by Kay Adams, revealing that Kelce has been a frequent presence at the ...
New Hope Wine Bar Earns Award of Excellence
Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of wines. Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of Spanish, French, and Italian wines, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.
NFL world reacts to terrible New York Giants news
Losing a fan-favorite player like Saquon Barkley is never easy, but it’s even more difficult to lose him to a division rival. And New York Giants team owner John Mara was clearly feeling that pain when Barkley signed with the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason. During the most recent episode...
Penn State Trustee Sues University for Keeping Critical Financial Records from Him
This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for our north-central Pa. newsletter, Talk of the Town, at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. BELLEFONTE — A Penn State trustee is suing the board for allegedly withholding information about how the university manages its $4.6 billion endowment, which provides financial stability for the institution and includes donations intended to benefit Penn State and its students. The lawsuit was filed days before the trustees’ July meeting in Altoona and comes as Penn State plans steep budget cuts and pays some employees to leave. It is...
Phillies Face Interesting Decision Regarding Backup Catcher
The Philadelphia Phillies will have an interesting decision to make in terms of their backup catcher. With J.T. Realmuto expected to return from the injured list soon, the team will have to choose between two options. Both Garrett Stubbs and Rafael Marchán have compelling cases to be the Phillies’ backup catcher going forward. In this case, minor league options are not a factor because both Stubbs and Marchán are in their last option year. Neither player has more than five years of major league service time, meaning an option being rejected by a player is not a factor.
CMMC 'mutually' parts ways with lead oncologist
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has "mutually" agreed to part ways with its lead oncologist, Dr. Ibrahim Sbeitan, according to a hospital spokesperson. Health system officials say the separation was "on good terms with the utmost respect for each other." “We appreciate Dr. Sbeitan’s years of...
Centre Square firefighting brothers transfer volunteer skills to their careers
WHITPAIN — Volunteering at Centre Square Fire Company helps members achieve their career goals no matter what profession they work in. Brothers Tom and Matt Kozeniewski, ages 34 and 26, have volunteered together at Centre Square Fire Company for the past 10 years. The skills they utilize volunteering are transferable to both Tom’s career in IT and Matt’s career in teaching.
Central Bucks East football standout Mike Carroll transferring before senior season
Mike Carroll, the five-star football recruit who has committed to play at Alabama, won't be at Central Bucks East for what would have been his senior season this fall. Instead, Carroll, along with his younger brother Liam, a rising sophomore wide receiver, have both transferred to national football powerhouse IMG Academy, a prep...
NBA Fans Make Serious Joel Embiid Demand After Team USA Performance
NBA fans are roasting Philadelphia 76ers star and USA Basketball Men’s National Team starting center Joel Embiid for his performance Wednesday against Serbia. Embiid has struggled significantly during the USA's first few games, prompting criticism from fans who are demanding that he be ...
Carlisle Events celebrates 50 years
Carlisle Events returns for another season, while celebrating 50 years of bringing vintage car lovers together. More than 400 cars will be on display at the auction while featuring vehicles from more than a century of auto history. For the big anniversary, the fairgrounds will have a wall of events that were held in Carlisle.
Central Atlantic region gas prices remain steady
Regional gas prices averaged $3.57 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, keeping pace with last week's price of $3.57 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Central Atlantic region has risen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA,...
PIAA board favors 6 classes for girls volleyball, rejects plan to expand track to 3
Jul. 17—STATE COLLEGE — The PIAA wants to increase girls volleyball to six classifications, but a request to expand track and field to three was rejected by the board. Girls volleyball has four classifications currently, but the board voted Wednesday to tentatively add two more. The proposal must pass two more votes, but the PIAA staff was optimistic the sport could expand for the 2026-27 ...
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