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Duke Women’s Golfers Set for Events in Finland, Pennsylvania & Arkansas this Week
Four Duke women's golfers are set to compete in different events this week, with Anna Cañado Espinal in Finland, Rylie Heflin in Pennsylvania, and Katie Li and Emma McMyler in Arkansas. Cañado Espinal will compete in the European Ladies' Amateur Championship in Finland from July 24-27. Heflin will...
Philadelphia Demands More Than ‘Flex-Post’ Protected Bike Lanes After Motorist Kills Cyclist
The horrific death of a Philadelphia cyclist in the famous Rittenhouse Square neighborhood has local advocates demanding that the city finally install real protection on its bike lanes — and sparking a conversation about why half-measures like flex posts are so common in U.S. cities. Last Wednesday, an unidentified...
Pa. independents could sway the presidential election; here’s what they have to say about it
The skyrocketing concern among Pennsylvania voters over the two major party choices for president after the first debate was no surprise to independent voter Jennifer Bullock. “In a way, this might sound strange given the dystopian landscape we’re in, but in a way fellow independents are like, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Oh, you’re totally horrified by the two choices? Because that’s been my life for a long time,’” said Bullock, a Montgomery County resident and coordinator of the group Independent Pennsylvanians.
Here are the jobs predicted to grow the fastest — and which will decline — in Pa.
A new report predicts Pennsylvania will need nearly 3,420 more nurse practitioners in 2032 than it had in 2022. These jobs are predicted to grow the most by 2032:. That need — an increase of 43% — makes nurse practitioners the fastest-growing occupation in the state, according to the report from the state Center for Workforce Information and Analysis.
Shapiro signs pharmacy benefit manager reform legislation into law
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro this week followed through on his commitment to increasing transparency and accountability to support Pennsylvanians and local pharmacies by signing bipartisan House Bill (HB) 1993 into law, providing stronger protections for patients in Pennsylvania and increased regulatory oversight of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs...
Broadcaster Audacy Agrees to Pay Lower Merion Township $2 Million in Unpaid Taxes Settlement
Roadcaster Audacy agrees to pay Lower Merion Township $2 million in settlement over unpaid taxes during the time it was based in Bala Cynwyd. Audacy has agreed to pay Lower Merion Township $2 million in a settlement over unpaid taxes during the time the broadcaster was based in Bala Cynwyd, writes Nick Vadala for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
See all homes sold in Camden County, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Camden County reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 114 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,320-square-foot home on Rambler Avenue in Runnemede that sold for $320,000. Atco.
Philadelphia Mayor Parker Addresses Internet Connectivity Issues, Assures Minimal Impact on City Operations
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, accompanied by various city officials, provided an update on the recent global IT complications that led to internet connectivity issues in the city. The Office of Innovation and Technology (OIT) clarified that these were results of an external glitch during a planned system upgrade, not a cyber attack. In her address, Mayor Parker recognized the disturbances residents and businesses faced and detailed the proactive measures the city took to minimize the impact on municipal operations.
Calgary Flames top pick Zayne Parekh under fire for comments on Flyers prospect
The Calgary Flames made an amazing pick by selecting Zayne Parekh 9th overall at the 2024 NHL entry draft, but he is now under fire for comments on Jett Luchanko. The NHL released its draft video today, highlighting several of the NHL's newest prospects, including first overall pick Macklin Celebrini, fourth overall pick Cayden Lindstrom, son of Jarome Iginla Tij Iginla, Montreal Canadiens selection Michael Hage, and Calgary Flames 9th overall pick Zayne Parekh who is one of few players of southeast Asian descent in hockey.
1 dead in NJ as CDC investigates listeria outbreak in deli meats
🚨 Bacteria can cause birth complications for pregnant women. Federal health officials are investigating a bacterial outbreak that has killed at least one person in New Jersey. The outbreak of listeria has hospitalized 28 people in 12 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While there...
UPDATE: Man arrested for DUI after horse-and-buggy crash hospitalizes eight people
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A driver has been arrested following a crash involving a horse and buggy crash that sent eight people to the hospital Sunday in Paradise Township. James Walkergoutal, 27, of West Chester, was found to be driving under the influence when he rear-ended a horse...
LanCATster Cat Café will allow customers to interact with adoptable cats
LANCASTER, Pa. — Susquehanna Valley cat lovers will soon have a purr-fect place to visit. The LanCATster Cat Café is expected to open this fall at 222 N. Duke St. Customers can enjoy coffee, tea and baked goods while interacting with adoptable cats from the Columbia Animal Shelter.
Pennsylvania establishes hotline to report voter intimidation, election fraud, and more
Harrisburg, PA (WHTM) – There is now a hotline to report various election-related crimes in the Commonwealth. The new hotline was established in the wake of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump in Butler County. “Political violence has no place in Pennsylvania – the birthplace of American democracy – nor anywhere else across […]
Pennsylvania looks to add 73 acres of public land near this popular lookout
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is working to open up nearly 5,290 acres for public use as State Game Lands. The state Board of Game Commissioners at its meeting July 12 approved adding the acreage through land acquisitions spanning the state. Near the Lehigh Valley, the acquisitions include roughly 73 acres...
Bloomsday owners to open new cafe this fall
A new cafe near Headhouse Square is coming this fall from the team behind Bloomsday.State of play: Loretta's will feature specialty coffee and pastries, including hand pies, galettes and cinnamon buns.Plus: Count on seasonal lunch and breakfast menus, including sammies on homemade bread with local ingredients.Zoom in: The new cafe will open at 410 S 2nd Street, a few doors down from Bloomsday.Between the lines: Zach Morris and chef Kelsey Bush's restaurant Bloomsday has been a staple in the neighborhood since it opened in 2019.The duo also own Green Engine Coffee in Haverford.
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