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Sphinx moths abound, as July heat sends plants into overdrive | Lehigh Valley Nature Watch
One night this past week I was sitting in the hot shade of the deck watching for hummingbird activity. Every so often one or two would either come to the flowers and feeders or chase each other around. Most of them were young females, but every once in a while an adult male made an appearance.
Perrin Conferences to Host National Asbestos Litigation Conference in Charleston
WAYNE, PA — Perrin Conferences will host its 16th annual National Asbestos Litigation Conference on September 11-12, 2024, at The Charleston Place Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. This event will gather notable plaintiff and defense attorneys, judges, in-house counsel, experts, and insurance professionals. The conference co-chairs are Perry J....
Public arts plan coming to Lower Merion’s Bala Avenue
LOWER MERION – In cooperation with City Ave District and Bala Avenue of the Arts, Lower Merion Township is developing an arts plan for Bala Avenue. Officials say the plan will chart a future for a more creative corridor by exploring ideas for creating new public artworks and artistic and cultural programs on Bala Avenue.
Nominations are open for Lower Merion’s historic preservation awards
LOWER MERION — Lower Merion officials are taking nominations for its annual preservation awards, which will be presented later this year. The awards, co-sponsored by the Lower Merion Historical Architectural Review Board and the Lower Merion Historical Commission, recognize notable projects, initiatives, and individuals related to historic preservation in the township.
Trenton Announces City Wide Cleanup through August
Starting in August, the city of Trenton will initiate its City Wide Cleanup. The Cleanup will be done by ward on Saturdays; starting with the South Ward on Aug. 3, the North Ward on Aug. 10, the East Ward on Aug. 17, and the West Ward on Aug. 24. Removal will consist of yard waste and furniture. Please DO NOT leave construction debris, home renovation debris, chemicals, televisions, electronic devices, or unbundled wood/branches over 4ft long. Residents should place items on the curb by 7:00 a.m.
Celebrate National Créme Brûlée Day in the Lehigh Valley
Celebrate National Crème Brûlée Day on Saturday, July 27 with a variety of local offerings. From tea, doughnuts and French toast to the classic caramelized vanilla dish, there are so many ways to enjoy its beloved flavors in the Lehigh Valley. Oreo Crème Brûlée Milk Tea...
First annual Glenside St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival: Details shared, website now live
The first annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm in Keswick Village. A parade route is forthcoming and a festival following the parade will feature live Irish bands, food trucks, and vendors. The event now has its own website....
Springfield Township School District hosting a Hiring Fair on August 7, registration now open
The Springfield Township School District is hosting a Hiring Fair on Wednesday, August 7 from 2:30pm to 5:00pm at Erdenheim Elementary School in Flourtown. The district’s current openings can be found here. To register for the Hiring Fair, you can click here. More information can be found in the...
Gwynedd Mercy Receives Funding From Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Grant
Gwynedd Mercy University has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support an innovative program titled “We are the Now of the Church: Young Adult Synodal Ministry and Thriving Catholic Congregations.”. The project is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s Thriving Congregations Initiative. The aim of the...
Already Featured in Netflix’s ‘Worst Roommate Ever,’ Elkins Park Serial Squatter Is Being Turned Into Movie
The story of a serial squatter from Elkins Park who lived with Aleix Miller featured on the Netflix anthology series 'Worst Roommate Ever' is to be a movie. After being featured in the Netflix anthology series Worst Roommate Ever, the story of Elkins Park serial squatter Jamison Bachman will now be turned into a movie, writes Raymond Ragland for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Here’s How Much Villanova University Paid for Cabrini’s Campus
Villanova took on Cabrini's $45 million debt when it acquired the campus. Villanova University paid Cabrini University more than $11.5 million for its campus in Radnor, according to Chester County property records, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. That’s in addition to $45 million Villanova is paying to cover...
Willow Grove resident has published an autobiography about his traumatic childhood experiences
Charles “Chaz” Holesworth of Willow Grove recently published an autobiography titled “Life and How to Live It: Volume One: Begin the Begin”. Holesworth, who works in Glenside, said he was inspired to write his life story after witnessing a member of his immediate family die in hospice in 2019.
Jefferson Abington’s COO named a 42-under-40 ‘Rising Star’
Kristi Caldararo, Chief Operating Officer at Jefferson Abington Hospital, has been named to Becker’s Healthcare’s 2024 “Rising Stars: 42 Healthcare Leaders Under 40.”. The annual honor includes healthcare leaders from around the country. “Becker’s is excited to celebrate these emerging talents, all 40 years old or younger,...
Old Farmer's Almanac predicts fall forecast. See what it says for North Jersey
For those eagerly anticipating a trip to the apple orchards and pumpkin patches this fall, don't forget a sweater as temperatures are predicted to be cooler than usual, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The periodical released its annual fall forecast, and North Jersey residents are expected to see below average temperatures, while...
Gaming and Leisure Properties Reports Record Q2 Results and Strategic Expansions
WYOMISSING, PA — Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLPI) reported robust financial results for the second quarter of 2024, marking another record-breaking period for the company. Total revenue surged 6.7% year-over-year to $380.6 million, while Adjusted Funds From Operations (AFFO) saw a 5.6% increase. This growth was primarily driven by the expansion of the company’s property portfolio and rent escalations.
Ukrainian Folk Festival in August
The Ukrainian Folk Festival will take place on Sunday, Aug. 25, from noon to 8 p.m., at the Ukrainian American Sport Center — Tryzub, County Line and Lower State roads, Horsham. There will be Ukrainian folk art, music, dance, crafts and historical reenactments, a variety of food and refreshments...
Mother who gave birth on Pennsylvania Turnpike reunites with rescuer at Jefferson Abington Hospital
CBS News reported that a woman who gave birth on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in June got to thank the man who came to her rescue. Andrenna Reed of King of Prussia met and hugged Robert Stenger, a turnpike maintenance utility worker, at Jefferson Abington Hospital on Thursday, July 25. “I...
Pennsylvania Weather: Cool Nights and Hot Days Expected
Philadelphia, PA – A relatively cool night is forecast for Pennsylvania, with temperatures dropping to the low to mid-60s, providing some relief from the summer heat. This brief respite will be followed by a significant warm-up as the weekend progresses, with highs expected to reach 90°F by Sunday.
$20 Million Approved for Laptop Distribution to Boost Internet Access in Pennsylvania
In a decisive move to expand digital access, the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has approved the allocation of $20 million for the purchase of over 14,000 laptops. The decision, made unanimously on Thursday, aims to distribute these laptops to libraries, schools, municipalities, and various organizations throughout the state. Julia...
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