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Big Oil companies ask judge to throw out Bucks County climate change lawsuit
Lawyers for Big Oil companies are asking a judge to throw out a lawsuit filed by Bucks County earlier this year, which claims the organizations were aware of climate risks but withheld information to protect profits.
Celebrating faculty: Named chairs and professorships
Lafayette celebrates named chairs and professorships, including faculty members newly named to endowed positions. Named chairs and professorships are the highest honors bestowed upon faculty members, acknowledging their contributions to teaching and research. Recently, the College reappointed three faculty members who previously held endowed positions. Daniel Sabatino, associate professor, mechanical engineering, has been reappointed as the Robert W. Adenbaum ’49 Scholar in Entrepreneurial Studies. Markus Dubischar, associate provost and associate professor, has been reappointed as the Charles Elliott Scholar of Latin and Greek. Megan Fernandes, associate professor, English, has been reappointed as the Writer-in-Residence Scholar, a role that is funded by the Francis March Endowment.
School Board Member William Formica Urged To Step Down
Souderton Area School Board Member William Formica is accused of writing on social media that Kamala Harris performed a sex act in response to a question about the vice president's political accomplishments. Parents and teachers have criticized Formica’s post as sexist and misogynistic, and say the Republican has a history...
Gas leak prompts partial closure of Main Street in Hellertown, utility says
A natural gas leak has led to the partial closure of Main Street in Hellertown, a utility spokesman said. John Mason, a spokesman for UGI Utilities, Inc., confirmed to lehighvalleylive.com the leak initially was called in just after 10 a.m. Thursday when a passer-by smelled a strong odor. Crews continue to work to repair it in the first block of Main Street, near Christ Lutheran Church of Hellertown.
‘Boom parties’ agitating NJ residents — officials want Philadelphia’s help
⚫ New Jersey officials have sent a letter to the mayor of Philadelphia. ⚫ Parties across the Delaware River are wreaking havoc here. Residents of Burlington County are being tormented on a regular basis, and officials in New Jersey aren't exactly sure what to do about it. Several officials in...
Chambersburg Hall of Fame: Dave Myers’ records stand test of time
He may have a common name, but the legacy left by Dave Myers as an athlete at Chambersburg was nothing but uncommon. Myers was a standout athlete in four sports for the Trojans before graduating in 1966, and he led a very interesting life after his playing days were over.
Philly School District to introduce new English language arts curriculum as part of $70M overhaul
When classes begin on Aug. 26, teachers in the School District of Philadelphia will use a new English language arts curriculum, part of a $70 million curriculum overhaul.
Lottery ticket worth over $671K sold in Pennsylvania
Another day, another win for some lottery player in Pennsylvania. While the winnings this time were nowhere near that Powerball jackpot someone else recently scored, they’re still pretty sweet. A according to a press release sent out by the Pennsylvania Lottery on Wednesday, someone certainly struck it rich after...
2024 HSSN football position-by-position breakdown: Scouting the wide receivers
Aug. 15—TribLive HSSN will break down the top players at one position per day until Week Zero. Here is a look at the top wide receivers for the 2024 season. 1. Scoop Smith Woodland Hills Junior, 5-7, 150 Smith's speed and big-play ability make him a concern for opposing defenses. The reigning WPIAL 100-meter dash champion scored three touchdowns longer than 80 yards last season, including a ...
Hear ye, hear ye! Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire opens this weekend | Travel Smart
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Hear ye, hear ye!. Gather your friends and best old-timey costumes, because the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is back in town. Mount Hope Estate will open for the Faire on Saturday, Aug. 17 and guests are encouraged to come hungry. Over two dozen Royal Kitchens serve traditional festival foods and specialty items including giant turkey legs, cinnamon bread, veggie tacos and more. The Shire Pourhouses serve Mount Hope Estate’s own beer, wine, cider and cocktails.
Penn Medicine Signs Merger Agreement with Doylestown Health in Major Expansion
The Penn Health System and Doylestown Health have officially signed a definitive merger agreement, bringing the Bucks County health system. The University of Pennsylvania Health System and Doylestown Health have officially signed a definitive merger agreement, bringing the Bucks County health system under the Penn Medicine umbrella, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Upcoming Philly Bookstore Crawl to feature discounted books, author signings and more
It's time to get lost in the shelves! The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl returns this month, spotlighting the city's bookstore scene. On Saturday, August 24th, over 30 independent bookstores will participate in this unique event. According to event organizers, bookworms can look forward to discounted books, exciting giveaways and even in-store...
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