Upland
LATEST NEWS
Woman Discovers Message in a Bottle Washed Up on Ocean City, NJ Beach
There's a mystery brewing at the Jersey Shore after the discovery of a bottle on the beach in Ocean City, NJ that held a message. Message in a Bottle Stumps Discoverer in Ocean City, NJ. It's a rare find stirring up excitement in the community and sparking curiosity about the...
Accountant sentenced to prison for charging $3M on N.J. employer’s credit card
A woman who worked as an accountant for a New Jersey company was sentenced Monday to more than three years in prison and ordered to pay $3.8 million in fines for charging millions in personal expenses on her employer’s credit card. Jennifer Vandever, 51, of Atco, was also sentenced...
Ambler Home Built by Edward Smith of Smith Barney Now Selling for $2.895M
An Ambler mansion built by Edward Smith of Smith Barney has been reduced in price once again in the hopes of finally finding its new owner, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 12,299-square-foot home at 1336 Gypsy Hill Road has been listed several times in recent years,...
Wa-womp at the pump: Pa. drivers served bad gas | Today in Pa.
Want a say in the news? Email Claudia at todayinpa@pennlive.com to have your thoughts on the stories covered here or on PennLive heard. You can listen to the latest episode of “Today in Pa” on any of your favorite apps including Alexa, Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and YouTube. Episodes are available every weekday on PennLive. Feel free to subscribe, follow or rate “Today in Pa.” as you see fit!
Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program application date extended
In January Governor Josh Shapiro announced the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program, or PTRR for short. With the program, hundreds of thousands of older and disabled Pennsylvanians will now be eligible for a rebate up to $1,000. This brings the maximum standard rebate up from its previous level of $650. Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne sat down with The Spark Host Asia Tabb to share how the program works, and why the deadline is being extended. Listen to the podcast to learn more about the program.
Changes to vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania could be coming
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Changes could be coming for vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania, including making it part of your yearly state inspection. Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-Philadelphia) plans to introduce legislation to combat vehicle window tint that is too dark and blocks too much light. Currently, in Pennsylvania, Visible Light Transmission (VLT) needs to be […]
Philly sees 500% increase in sidewalk parking citations after increased PPA enforcement
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) announced that it has written nearly 19,000 citations for sidewalk violations in about two months, a 500% increase over the same period last year as officials look to crack down on people illegally parking their vehicles on the sidewalk.
Boosting Charity Success with Global LinkedIn Connections for Local Impact
Global and local LinkedIn connections boosted the success of the Paoli Business & Professional Association’s third annual charity golf outing. Relationships matter. People matter. LinkedIn is an online platform that can help build relationships with people near and far. Introduction. To provide some background information, the Paoli Business &...
Topper Comments on PASSHE Chancellor Greenstein’s Resignation
The Republican chairman of the Pennsylvania House Education Committee, Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton), issued the following statement on the resignation of Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) Chancellor Dan Greenstein:. “It has been an honor to work alongside Dr. Greenstein during his tenure as chancellor of our state system...
Mario Cerrito’s SANTA CLAWS is coming to YOUR town this holiday season
The long tradition of horror at Christmas has been around ever since Ebenezer Scrooge was visited by three ghosts on Christmas eve night. The country was in an uproar to discover the dark side of Santa in films like Silent Night, Deadly Night and Christmas Evil. There’s just something downright scary about that magical day of December 25th.
What would you rename the Wells Fargo Center? Philadelphians react, weigh in
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - The Wells Fargo Center era is coming to an end as the naming rights deal for the South Philly arena will expire in 2025. So, what would you name the home of the Flyers and Sixers?. Those who descended on the AJR concert had some interesting ideas,...
Delaware’s next tool in overdose battle: vending machines
(Spotlight Delaware is a community-powered, collaborative, nonprofit newsroom covering the First State. Learn more at spotlightdelaware.org) Vending machines are nothing new in the United States. For as long as they’ve been around, they’ve been a quick fix to a small lunch or new pair of headphones before a long flight.
South Philadelphia shooting leaves 72-year-old woman injured, police say
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A bullet grazed a 72-year-old woman during a shooting in South Philadelphia on Thursday, police said. The shooting happened on the 1200 block of Porter Street just before 5 p.m., according to police. Police said the 72-year-old was grazed in the stomach during the shooting. She was taken to Jefferson University Hospital and placed in stable condition. So far no arrests were made and no weapons were recovered, according to police.
Downtown Glenside Foundation to host annual Christmas in July Festival on July 27
The Downtown Glenside Foundation is hosting their annual Christmas in July Festival on Saturday, July 27 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. “Get an early jump on holiday shopping while also enjoying local music and food trucks,” the Foundation said in a post. The event was featured this week by NBC...
Theater review: Shakespeare in Clark Park Presents As You Like It
Next year, Shakespeare in Clark Park will celebrate its 25th anniversary of presenting free theater to audiences sitting on blankets and lawn chairs in the park’s famous “bowl”. This year, As You Like It is a great show for the green, almost pastoral setting in West Philadelphia. It’s free to attend, and runs through this Sunday, July 28.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.