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Democratic candidates criticize school choice amid budget stalemate
(The Center Square) — To fix education funding, Democrats want to see the state government take on a bigger proportion of school funding. “The state budget is now almost a week late. We expect some critical decisions will be made over this weekend that we hope complete the budget,” said Marc Stier, executive director of the Pennsylvania Policy Center, during an online press conference with two Democratic state senate candidates. “The most critical decision will be about how we fund our schools.” ...
Kiski Township erred in withholding details of police chief's severance, legal expert says
Jul. 5—The Kiski Township Board of Supervisors accepted Lee Bartolicius' resignation as police chief Wednesday night, but residents — and even some officials — still are in the dark about the circumstances of his departure, including severance pay. That made informed public comment at the meeting difficult, possibly spelling legal trouble for the township, according to Melissa Melewsky, media ...
No more invasive species planting along state highways
(The Center Square) – A new law now requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to plant native species along state highways. Although the department began following the directive on its own, state Rep. Brett Miller said the “small, but mighty” bill makes the policy official and will “reach to every corner of Pennsylvania.” “We are all becoming more aware of the problems associated with non-native species and their negative impact on our ecosystem here in Pennsylvania,” he said on the House floor Wednesday. Burns said approximately 2,100 native plant species exist in Pennsylvania, including ferns, sedges, rushes, wildflowers, and vines. The new law defines non-native plants according to designation from the National Invasive Species Information Center. The center warns that invasive species threaten the extinction of native plants and animals and destroy the state’s biodiversity.
Murder in Bensalem apartment parking lot stemmed from fight between 2 men: police
BENSALEM, Pa. - One man is dead, and another charged with murder after a fight took a deadly turn outside a Bensalem apartment this weekend. Officers arrived to find a 40-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot wound at Bucks Meadows Apartments on Knights Road Saturday evening. The victim, identified as...
Runaway emu, spooked by 4th of July fireworks, returned home after escaping Bucks County farm
NEWTOWN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (CBS) – A Bucks County farm owner is breathing a sigh of relief. Her emu, missing for 24 hours, has now been captured.Rosie Alfaro, co-owner of Earth's Best Organics, said the bird escaped from her farm on Eagle Road on the night of July 4. She is raising the emu for its eggs."She [the emu] was all the way in the back in her enclosure," Alfaro said. "She busted through the fence. She got so spooked out from the fireworks. We had very, very loud explosion feeling-like fireworks, so I'm thinking that's what caused the behavior."The six-foot...
Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List recently published by Forbes, including one, Jeff Yass (inset), CEO of Susquehanna International Group in Bala Cynwyd, who broke the top 100. Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires...
Travel Restrictions Scheduled for Roadway Resurfacing Project at I-78 Toll Bridge and NJ Approaches during Week of July 17
EASTON, PA – The following off-peak travel restrictions are scheduled to be implemented during the week of July 17 for the roadway resurfacing project now underway along the Commission-controlled I-78 Toll Bridge and its approaches in Phillipsburg, Alpha and Pohatcong, N.J.: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER DAYTIME I 78 westbound from NJ milepost 0.8 to the Pennsylvania side of the I-78 Toll Bridge – single lane closure (two of three travel lanes open) for conduit installation work 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, to Friday, July 12. OVERNIGHT I-78 eastbound from the Pennsylvania side of...
Pottstown FARM Withstood High Temps for Shopper Needs
POTTSTOWN PA – Neither snow or sleet – or during this weekend, oppressive heat – could keep shoppers from farm-fresh foods and crafter-made goods available in the borough’s downtown. Pottstown’s Farm and Artisan Regional Market (FARM) was open Saturday (July 6, 2024) for business as usual....
Phillies-Braves Apple TV+ broadcast forgot they weren’t a Braves feed
The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves renewed their rivalry on Friday night in the teams' first meeting since Opening Weekend. Things went the Phillies' way to start the series, as they came away with the 8-6 win, improving their record to 58-30. The unfortunate thing for Phillies fans, however, was...
Report: Sixers finalizing a deal with free agent forward Caleb Martin
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a successful offseason thus far with the addition of Paul George, Andre Drummond, and Eric Gordon. The Sixers were able to bring in the max player they were looking for while also adding to their depth. Now, the challenge is to build around George, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey. The Sixers still need more role players and playoff-tested, experienced players to get the job done in the postseason. Enter Caleb Martin. The Sixers are finalizing a deal with the former Miami Heat forward who did a lot of great things for Miami. He shot 42.3% from deep...
BACK TO THE 90’S NIGHT ON SATURDAY AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY INCLUDES DOUBLE SPORTSMAN FEATURES IN A NASCAR MODIFIED & SPORTSMAN TWIN BILL
BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – Grandview Speedway race fans and race teams will be taking a trip back in time with a 90’s night theme this Saturday night. The highlight of the night will be the roll back of the grandstand admission to 1990’s pricing, as fans will pay just $10 for a complete night of NASCAR Modified and Sportsman competition.
Gymnast Olivia Dunne Sparks Outrage In Fourth Of July Minidress
Olivia Dunne gained likes for her Fourth of July Instagram photos, but her fans weren’t happy. The LSU gymnast, 21, ditched her signature leotard for an all-white look over Independence Day, and she wasn’t taking selfies from her bedroom. Proving just how high-profile she’s become, Olivia accepted her...
Stetson names Murphy (Boyertown) as head women’s coach
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 7/6/24 – From Press Release. Stetson has selected veteran head coach Sue Murphy (Boyertown) to lead the Hatters women’s lacrosse program. Murphy – a member of Boyertown High’s 1984 and 1985 District 1 championship teams – successfully led Boston University for six seasons and the University of Richmond for eight seasons at the Division I level, while also coaching at Division III schools Muhlenberg University and Pfeiffer University.
Golf superstar Jordan Spieth donates $250K to introduce young people to the sport at Cobbs Creek Golf Course
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course in West Philadelphia, already undergoing a multimillion-dollar redevelopment by the Cobbs Creek Foundation, has added another golf superstar to its team. The...
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