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Ardmore’s history recognized by statewide origination
LOWER MERION — Recently, the Ardmore Initiative was one of several organizations that were recognized by the Pennsylvania Downtown Center (PDC) during the organization’s annual statewide Townie Awards gala. The Townie Awards are a tradition designed to recognize the commonwealth’s core communities and individuals for creating and implementing...
Susquehanna Regional EMS earns award from American Heart/Stroke Association
Williamsport, Pa. — UPMC in North Central Pa.'s prehospital services team, the Susquehanna Regional EMS, recently received recognition from the American Heart/Stroke Association. The 2024 Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Achievement Award acknowledges the EMS team's continued success in using the Mission lifeline program, which showcases prehospital emergency responses to heart attacks and strokes. “This recognition demonstrates our team’s continued commitment to clinical excellence, providing outstanding care along with early notification to the emergency departments that they transport to,” said Tony Bixby, chief, SREMS, and director, Prehospital Services, UPMC in North Central Pa. “This great work has undoubtedly improved patient outcomes and saved lives throughout the north central region of Pa.”
Paoli Student Headed Straight from Community College to Ivy League with Full Tuition Scholarship
Paoli's Chloe Johnson earns a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania, where she will pursue a bachelor’s degree. Paoli student Chloe Johnson has earned a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania, where she will pursue a bachelor’s degree, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News.
Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse
Growth in Asian, Black and Hispanic communities is transforming cities and suburban counties, especially in red states such as Florida, Indiana and Texas, according to a new Stateline analysis. The presidential swing states of Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania also were among the fastest-changing states. Nationally, the share of the non-white population grew in 47 states […] The post Red-state cities and suburbs are becoming more diverse appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Ex-ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claims Trump was not ‘hit by a bullet’ at shooting
Former ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claimed on X that former President Donald Trump was not “hit by a bullet” at his Pennsylvania rally. Olbermann, a major critic of the former president, made the statement shortly after Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), who is also a medical doctor, released a statement clarifying that Trump is “doing well” […]
New Orthotics and Prosthetics Faculty Member
Although Allison Bressler, CPO, LPO, MS, and Chad Duncan, PhD, CRC, CPO, were students in the Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) program at Northwestern University at the same time, they were enrolled in different disciplines and their paths never crossed. That changed on June 10, 2024, when she joined the faculty...
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.
Missing Person – 23-year-old last seen along Morris Road in Fort Washington on July 19th
Paul James Asman went missing on July 19th in Fort Washington (Whitemarsh Township). He was last scene near 321 Morris Road where he entered the woods along the Wissahickon Creek. Asman is 23-years-old and stands at 6’8″ and weighs 250 pounds. He has brown hair and eyes. He was wearing...
Office of the Sheriff holds Sheriff Youth Academy demonstration
On Friday, the Sheriff’s Office held the final day of its Sheriff’s Academy and hosted 24 students for a demonstration of tactical equipment, the bomb squad, the K9 units and more. “This is a great opportunity for young people to get important hands-on experience as they prepare for...
Chester County Native Taylor Haas New Executive Director of a Massachusetts Agricultural Society
Taylor Haas at the fairgrounds of the Three County Fair. Taylor Haas, a Chester County native, recently took the reins at the Hampshire, Franklin, and Hampden Agricultural Society in Massachusetts as its new executive director, writes Alexander Macdougall for the Daily Hampshire Gazette. The nonprofit organization manages Northampton’s Three County...
State Police: West Chester man was driving under the influence when he crashed into horse and buggy
PARADISE, Pa. — A Chester County man has been charged with DUI and related offenses after a crash involving a horse and buggy in Lancaster County on Sunday. James Walkergoutal, 27, of West Chester, was driving his Toyota Prius on Lincoln Highway East at 4:16 p.m. when the vehicle crashed into the back end of a horse and buggy carrying eight people, including a 5-year-old child, according to State Police.
ThermOmegaTech expands Bucks County facility
Warminster-based ThermOmegaTech, a self-actuated thermostatic valves and actuators designer and manufacturer, recently expanded its manufacturing facility by 23,000 square feet. The facility is now 60,000 square feet with office space, conference rooms, collaboration areas, manufacturing space, specialized areas for aerospace and defense engineering and research and development. The manufacturing space includes sections for prototyping, testing, […] The post ThermOmegaTech expands Bucks County facility appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
'Our worst nightmare': Fearing euthanasia, Homeward Bound begs community to step up
GLOUCESTER TWP. — An adoption center here is begging community members to consider fostering or adopting, fearing its overcrowded conditions could lead to euthanasia. Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center is an open-admission shelter, meaning they must take in homeless animals within Camden County municipalities. ...
Bucks County Experts Agree: 1982 Roosevelt Dimes Not Worth $1,000
According to Bucks County experts, the rare 1982 Roosevelt dimes are not worth that $1,000, despite speculation. According to Bucks County experts, the rare 1982 Roosevelt dimes that are the subject of speculation that prices them at $1,000 are not worth remotely that much, writes Adriana Herrera for the Bucks County Courier Times.
Joe Vaillancourt Celebrates 20 Years Working at CCRES
Joe Vaillancourt is a senior professional with 20 years experience in Human Resources at CCRES. “We are so thankful to have Joe on the CCRES team for 20 years!,” said Jennifer Hernandez, CCRES coordinator of Business Development. He has an MBA from West Chester University and a Bachelor of...
Dublin’s Boiler Room Transforms into High-End Dining Restaurant
The Boiler Room has ignited excitement in Dublin with its grand reopening and transformation into a full-service, fine-dining restaurant. The Boiler Room has ignited excitement in Dublin with its grand reopening and transformation into a full-service, fine-dining restaurant, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Previously a wine...
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