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Pottstown Pharmacy Agrees to Resolve Civil Allegations of Improper Dispensing of Controlled Substances
From U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Pennsylvania. U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Professional Pharmacy & Convalescent Products, Ltd., a pharmacy that was based in Pottstown, PA, agreed to resolve allegations that it had improperly dispensed opioids and other controlled substances to individuals and submitted claims to Medicare and Medicaid for those illegally dispensed controlled substances. The settlement resolves the case for a payment of $150,000 and comes after the pharmacy surrendered its DEA registration.
‘The contrast could not be more clear’: Suburban Philly Democrats respond to RNC speeches, affirm support for Biden
What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. Democratic elected officials from Delaware, Chester and Montgomery counties held a press conference Thursday as a rebuttal to the Republican presidential ticket’s platform on display this week at the Republican National Convention.
Union Set To Protest Suburban Community’s Conversion Into Micro-hospital
Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton, owned by Prime Healthcare Foundation, will officially turn into a micro-hospital on Tuesday. The conversion of Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton, owned by Prime Healthcare Foundation, into a micro-hospital will become official on Tuesday, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The...
Power outages linger several days after severe weather in Philadelphia region
More than 1,700 PECO customers in the Delaware Valley were still without power Friday night after severe weather earlier in the week.PECO told Action News it expects to have nearly all customers restored by the end of the day Friday, with a handful of customers being restored Saturday.PECO said its crews were managing "major tree and infrastructure damage" following two rounds of severe weather on Tuesday and Wednesday nights that brought damaging winds and heavy rain.The weather led to power problems throughout the region, especially in Chester County.READ MORE: Historic black oak tree falls in Chester County during stormHistoric black...
Reading High School named 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School
On April 26, Reading High School was announced as a 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School. This honor acknowledges Reading High School’s commitment to sustainable practices, leadership in facilities, health, and environmental education. RHS is among 41 schools, 10 school districts, three postsecondary institutions, and one early...
Toll Brothers to Build 358 Homes on 140 acres in North Carolina
Montgomery County-based luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers has plans to build 358 homes on 140 acres in North Carolina, writes Collin Huguley for Charlotte Business Journal. Toll Brothers, based in Fort Washington, recently acquired the land in Huntersville which is just outside Charlotte. The company bought the land for just over...
4 women from Cheltenham, Abington & Upper Moreland named to Montgomery County Commission for Women
Shareese Nelson and Zoraida Cordero of Cheltenham, Melissa Osborne of Upper Moreland and Marquita Bolden of Abington have each been named to the Montgomery County Commission for Women, a body of 21 appointees who advise county officials on women’s issues under two-year terms. From their Mission Statement:. The Montgomery...
Berks Pride Fest ready to celebrate this Sunday
READING, Pa. – On Sunday, Dietrich Park will transform into a party. "When you come to the Berks Pride Fest, it's really something for everybody," said Enrique Castro, executive director of Reading Pride Celebration. "It's an all-ages festival." It's a festival that gets bigger every year. "We're expecting anywhere...
PA Title and Tag opens Harleysville location
PA Title and Tag celebrated the grand opening of its Harleysville location July 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Hosted by the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce, the celebration brought together staff members, Chamber members and local dignitaries. The Harleysville location is the business’s fourth venue, with additional locations in Boyertown, Emmaus and Upper Perkiomen Valley.
Last Night's Public Forum
Last night, Upper Providence Township hosted a public forum to inform residents about the township's operations and forthcoming financial requirements. At the event, Ryan Hottenstein from FSL Public Finance, LLC provided insights into township revenues and expenditures, presenting two potential approaches for managing upcoming major expenses. Additionally, representatives from each township department outlined their funding needs to support upcoming crucial projects.
Lansdale Parks & Rec going back in time with decades’ celebrations all weekend
Lansdale Parks and Recreation Department is reelin’ in the years. Beginning Friday and going through Sunday, the department is celebrating the department’s 1976 founding, along with Parks and Recreation Month, with parties and celebrations at both White’s Road and Fourth Street pools. On Friday, the department invites...
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center to Host Historic Exhibits This Weekend
The Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg is part of the Lehigh Valley’s Passport to History program this weekend, Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21. As a free event for all, it is a great opportunity to explore the rich history of our region. This weekend features activities for all ages and interests: a new model train exhibit as well as quilt exhibits, crafts for young and old, a special concert on Sunday, and guided tours of an 1826 barn. Hours are 10 AM to 4 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 4 PM on Sunday.
Aqua Pennsylvania Secures $77.5 Million for Infrastructure Overhaul
BRYN MAWR, PA — Aqua Pennsylvania has secured $77.5 million in low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to upgrade aging infrastructure. This funding aims to replace old water mains and install new fire hydrants across several counties over the next three years. The projects, funded by...
Brandywine Heights SD highlights need for summer feeding program
TOPTON, Pa.- A grant is helping a school district in Berks County make sure kids have enough to eat this summer. The Brandywine Heights Area School District is one of five recipients in Pennsylvania of a grant to help with food insecurity for kids in rural areas over the summer through the No Kids Hungry Campaign, run by Share Our Strength.
Penn College graduate helps secure military intel — from the ocean floor to space
Williamsport, Pa. — James P. Thomas considers himself lucky. He found his passion, nurtured it and made it his profession. Today, the beneficiaries of his zest and expertise are countless. The Penn College graduate is a key member of a network of cyber security experts that protects the U.S. military's data. The 2020 graduate is an information systems security engineer for the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific. Headquartered in San Diego, NIWC Pacific provides integrated command and control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance for...
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