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Kill-on-Sight Orders Issued in Several States for Spotted Lanternflies
As spotted lanternflies continue to spread around the country, several states have issued kill-on-sight orders to prevent any further expansion of the invasive insect, writes Greg Atoms for 96.5 KVKI. Spotted lanternflies are still considered relatively new in the United States. Their first sighting was nine years ago and since...
If You See Purple Paint in Pennsylvania, Leave Immediately
Have you heard of the "purple paint law" in Pennsylvania?. It's a lesser-known method of letting "visitors" know whether they're welcome. This law allows property owners to use a specific color—purple—to indicate that their land is private and that entry is not permitted without permission. This method is...
This Week in Pennsylvania: State of Labor in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – On This Week in Pennsylvania, Rob Bair, president of the PA Building and Construction Trades Council discusses the “state of labor” in Pennsylvania ahead of Labor Day. Brittany Crampsie of Brit Crampsie Communications and Christopher Nicholas of Eagle Consulting also join the show to discuss the past week in Pennsylvania politics.
Upcoming events at Phoenixville Public Library
The Phoenixville Public Library is located at 183 Second Ave., Phoenixville. Subscribe to continue reading this article. Already subscribed? To login in, click here. Originally Published: September 1, 2024 at 9:15 a.m. Copyright (C) 2024, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.
Thomas’ Pumpkin Spice Favorites Return for Fall
HORSHAM, PA — As autumn’s signature flavors return, Thomas’® is bringing back its beloved Pumpkin Spice English Muffins and Bagels. Available nationwide until November 2, these seasonal treats are now ready to spice up your breakfast routine. Crafted with real pumpkin puree and free from high...
Glenside Fire Company contains fire at Towers at Wyncote, cause under investigation
The Glenside Fire Company announced today that their units and mutual aid companies responded to a fire in building two of the Towers at Wyncote on Friday, August 30 at approximately 5:50pm. The fire took place in a kitchen on the building’s 10th floor and was contained after more than...
Live Soccer Updates: No. 1 Florida State 1, Villanova 0 - First Half
TALLAHASSEE -- No. 1 Florida State soccer hosts Villanova at noon on Sunday from the Seminole Soccer Complex in Tallahassee, Fla. The Seminoles are 1-0-0 all-time against Villanova, with Sunday marking their first-ever meeting in Tallahassee. On the season, both clubs are 3-0-1. Sunday's match will be shown on ACC Network Extra and can be streamed here.
Local Family Steps Up, Files Title IX Complaint Against Phoenixville Area School District
Kenzie Padilla, an all-American swimmer headed to Harvard, observed many discrepancies between girls' and boys' sports at her Phoenixville school. A Phoenixville family recently filed a complaint against the Phoenixville Area School District citing alleged disparities between the boys’ and girls’ teams, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Permit parking in Philadelphia increases to $75
Permit parking in the city of Philadelphia have increased from $35 to $75. This started last Sunday after the Philadelphia Parking Authority announced the change last month. Besides the hike in permits, households can now have a maximum of three permits. The PPA said in a statement that it is raising prices to improve the […]
Josiah Grant, 12, killed crossing Route 13 in Bristol remembered as ‘everybody’s child’
Josiah Grant was set to start seventh-grade on Tuesday at Bristol Township’s Neil Armstrong Middle School, where he planned to try out for the track team this year. Instead, his family and friends are preparing to say goodbye to the 12-year-old who was called lively, rambunctious, curious, funny, athletic, and a born leader who died suddenly Saturday night. ...
REVIEW: Pentatonix hits all the right notes at Allentown Fair
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A cappella music seems to have lost some popularity from its high note just a decade ago, amid the "Pitch Perfect" movies and “The Sing-Off” TV show. Five-member vocal group Pentatonix won that show in 2011 and in 2017 played to a sold-out Allentown Fair grandstand audience of 10,500 who happily sat in pouring rain to hear them.
Center City District Announces Seasonal Events for Parks and Office District
Center City District (CCD) welcomes the arrival of autumn with a full lineup of free-to-attend programs starting in September at parks and public spaces across Center City, including Dilworth Park’s 10th anniversary, a hay maze and events for office workers. A full schedule can be found at centercityphila.org. Highlights include:
Cannonball Festival goes further out on the Fringe
If the annual Philadelphia Fringe Festival is not enough, the adjacent Cannonball Festival is also bringing some of the most intriguing art and performers together this month. Cannonball will take center stage as the largest hub of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, offering independent performances from artists of every discipline at every stage of their careers.
Stony Brook Suffers First Loss of Season on the Road at La Salle
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – The Stony Brook University women's soccer team fell on the road at La Salle, 2-0, on Sunday afternoon. Despite finishing with a 17-11 edge in shots, Stony Brook was held scoreless for the first time this season. HOW IT HAPPENED. Stony Brook had three early chances,...
Coroner IDs woman found dead in Harrisburg couple’s apartment
A woman killed in Harrisburg Thursday night has been identified as Allie McFadden, 26, of York County, according to the coroner. Police were called to an apartment in the 100 block of Pine Street at 11 p.m. for a report of an assault taking place. A neighbor heard screaming. When...
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