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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.
Dr. Benjamin Hammond named Cheltenham High School’s interim principal for 2024-25
Cheltenham School District announced that Dr. Benjamin Hammond has been named interim principal at Cheltenham High School for the 2024-25 academic year. After two days of interviews with highly qualified candidates for the principal position, the district decided to postpone the search process until this winter break. “Naming Dr. Hammond...
Lower Macungie joins others in 'trashflation' -- approves new waste management contract with over 50% increase
LOWER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — They were right: Trash collection fees are taking a leap in Lower Macungie Township. Township commissioners on Thursday reviewed bids for township trash collection and signed a new contract with Waste Management for waste services. After reviewing bids that also came from Whitetail and...
Moody Jones Gallery in Glenside to host Collectors Thursday Paint & Sip on Aug. 1
Moody Jones Gallery in Glenside will host a Collectors Thursday Paint & Sip for fellow art enthusiasts on August 1 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The evening will feature instruction by David Coleman (@yeskis4king) beginning at 6:30pm and light refreshments. From the event’s description:. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or...
Plan for New Academic Building at Penn State Abington Advances
The Penn State Board advanced a proposal today (July 18) to construct the first new academic building at Penn State Abington. The Penn State Board of Trustees Committee on Finance, Business and Capital Planning advanced a proposal today (July 18) to construct the first new academic building at Penn State Abington in more than 50 years.
Abington Township providing storm debris collection from July 22 – 26
Abington Township officials announced that Public Works will provide an additional storm debris collection service from Monday, July 22 through Friday, July 26 due to this week’s storm. Residents can place branches cut to lengths of six feet or less at the curb on their scheduled trash collection day....
Wilmington Man Arrested After Traffic Stop in Dewey Beach
A traffic stop by Dewey Beach Police Friday night led to the arrest of a Wilmington man on a variety of charges. Police detected the odor of burnt marijuana coming from inside the vehicle and the driver handed police a New York driver’s license belonging to another person. The driver was later identified as 36 year old Ramone Shy of Wilmington. Shy attempted to run off on foot, but was arrested after a brief foot race. A search of the vehicle turned up black gloves, a flashlight, wire cutters, glass window punch and a flat-head screwdriver – which are commonly used for burglary. Shy is charged with the following offenses:
Pennsylvania politicians reacted Sunday to Biden’s decision to end his bid for a second term
Reaction across the political spectrum to President Joe Biden’s Sunday announcement he was bowing out of his reelection bid was swift, with Democrats praising his decision as selfless and courageous and Republicans largely criticizing him, with some calling for him to resign the presidency altogether. “President Biden is a patriot who has served our country […] The post Pennsylvania politicians reacted Sunday to Biden’s decision to end his bid for a second term appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Upcoming! July Brings New Opportunities: Target Announces Upcoming Store Openings
WFCN – On July 21, mass retailer Target Corp. will launch three new locations in California, Missouri, and Pennsylvania, expanding its network of over 2,000 stores. Target plans to open a shop in Lomita, California. This will be the company’s 318th outlet in California and its 127th in the Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Anaheim area. The Lomita store, which will employ about 70 people, is about 33,000 square feet and is located at 2130 Pacific Coast Highway. It will be open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.
Cranberry student among 11 Pennsylvania winners of America’s Field Trip contest
As part of America250 — the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence coming up in 2026 — 11 students from Pennsylvania, and 150 nationwide, received prizes in the America’s Field Trip contest. Among the winners was ninth-grader Leila Wright from...
State Rep. Merski to host Second Chance event to help those with nonviolent criminal histories
(WJET/WFXP) – A state representative announced an event with the opportunity for Erie residents with non-violent criminal histories to get back on their feet. State Rep. Bob Merski announced plans to host a Second Chance Event on Tuesday, July 30, for those with prior nonviolent misdemeanors who are looking to re-enter the job force.
Darby police officers honored for saving life of man who lost his leg in landscaping accident
DARBY BOROUGH, Pa. (CBS) — Two Delaware County police officers are being recognized for their heroism. They saved a man's life after he was seriously hurt in a landscaping accident.Darby police officers Terrell Lee and Shain McCaughey rushed to the scene after getting a 911 call about a man being injured while using a stump grinder. It happened on June 19 in the backyard of a Greenway Avenue house that was being renovated."He [the victim] attempted to clear some debris from the front of the chipper," Officer Lee said. Officer McCaughey added: "Unfortunately, it appeared that a piece of his...
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