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Germantown nonprofit opens museum dedicated to success of formerly incarcerated
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — For 23 years, Rev. Dr. Michelle Simmons has been caring for the formerly incarcerated."It was really important that we leave a legacy because we are so powerful. We are absolutely not our mistakes," said Simmons.In 2001, Simmons founded Why Not Prosper, Inc., a grassroots 501(c)(3) organization located in the Germantown section of Philadelphia.Why Not Prosper assists women in the prison system to rediscover their voices.Simmons had a vision to help honor those discoveries and launched The F.I.R.M. this weekend — Formerly Incarcerated Renaissance Museum is located on the grounds of her nonprofit."I thought, you have all of...
September Local Benefit Concert Event for Bucks County Peace Center
Looking for a meaningful family friendly outing that also helps others?. The Fallsington Friends Meeting, located at 9300 New Falls Road, will host a benefit concert on Sunday, September 8, from 2-4:30 p.m. Each dollar raised supports Bucks County’s Peace Center. Through incredible programs like “Little Lessons for Big Hearts”...
Ongoing feud among Abington Township neighbors over alleged antisemitic behavior and anti-hate lawn signs reaches new verdict in PA Supreme Court
Drs. Simon and Toby Galapo of Abington Township are appellants in a legal battle that has made its way to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the Pennsylvania Record reported today. On Tuesday, August 20, four state Supreme Court justices reversed a trial court injunction issued by the Montgomery County Court of...
Renaissance Faire Coming to Doylestown’s Tileworks on Labor Day Weekend
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown welcomes its first Renaissance Faire in recent memory to the Tileworks over Labor Day weekend, bringing live performances, music, demonstrations and vendors specializing in all things medieval. The festival, which will run from Aug. 31 through Sept. 2, goes from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Performers will include a Celtic magician, singers and poets, a belly dancer, a juggler, sword fighters and a strongwoman.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Demonstrations will offer attendees lessons in archery, axe throwing, dagger tossing, tile making, metal smithing and using a whip. There will...
Settlement stalls, trial likely for former Penn State football players
University Park, PA (WJAC) — It was more than four years ago when a former Penn State football player accused other players of hazing and abuse. Now, a federal judge is saying it may be time to take this case to trial. That’s what federal judge Matthew Braun wrote...
Franklin County Senior Citizens Offered Fresh Produce Vouchers
The Franklin County Area Agency on Aging is distributing vouchers for the 2024 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. This initiative aims to support local agriculture while improving the nutrition of senior residents by providing them with vouchers that can be exchanged for fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Eligible...
Wings Field in Blue Bell to host air festival
BLUE BELL — Wings N’ Wheels touches down at Wings Field on September 7, delivering a day full of fun activities for the whole family. The local airport will be transformed into a festival featuring local breweries, food trucks, live music, and kids’ activities. Guests can get a bird’s-eye view of the community during 15-minute sightseeing flight tours. Dozens of the finest airplanes and antique cars in the area will be on display.
Spotlight on City Workers: A Glimpse into the Heart of Philadelphia’s Municipal Government
The Office of Human Resources, with support from the Mayor’s Internship Program, just launched a new project aimed at bringing the stories of the City of Philadelphia’s dedicated municipal workers to the forefront. In our new short video series, we’ll highlight the experiences and contributions of City employees across various departments, showcasing the diverse roles that keep our city running smoothly.
CareerLink Lehigh Valley to host ‘job huts.’ Find out where and when
For those looking for a job, PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley will be hosting “job huts” over the next few weeks in Easton, Allentown and Bethlehem. As part of PA CareerLink Awareness Days, the job huts will showcase Lehigh Valley employers and available jobs. CareerLink staff will be on hand to help job seekers. “Now is the time to come to the aid of your own career,” said Nancy Dischinat, ...
Vote for the Schuylkill League Athlete of the Week
Voting is now open for the Schuylkill League's Athlete of the Week. 2 receptions for 99 yards and 2 TD, set school record for career TD receptions. 9-12 in passing for 264 yards and 4 TD passes. 4 rushes for 120 yards including a 91 yard TD run. Luke Miller,...
Pine-Richland boys counting soccer savvy to get back to playoffs
After reaching the summit of WPIAL Class 4A boys soccer in 2022, Pine-Richland went into its title defense with a much younger group and narrowly missed out on the postseason. But Rams coach Jordan Wiegand looks at the positives that came from it, which included gaining experience in one of the most daunting sections in Western Pennsylvania.
Crash reportedly causing ramp closure on I-81 north
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — A reported crash on US 11 north in Harrisburg is causing traffic delays in the area. 511PA is reporting the crash happened at Exit I-91 North-Harrisburg. A ramp has closed as a result of the incident. Pennsylvania State Police are reporting that this is an...
Danville to celebrate history, culture, and community
Danville, Pa. — Danville will be celebrating its heritage next month with train rides, living history demonstrations, and fireworks during the annual fall festival. The Danville Business Alliance is thrilled to invite residents and visitors to the Danville Heritage Festival from September 6-8, in conjunction with the 46th Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 7. Held the first Saturday after Labor Day, this beloved event is a celebration of Danville’s vibrant community spirit, rich history, and diverse culture, featuring food, shopping, and...
Pitbull and T-Pain bring back the 2000s during Hershey show
Pitbull and T-Pain brought the party from Florida to Hersheypark Stadium Saturday night for an electric show. For almost two hours, the stadium atmosphere felt like the nightlife of a Miami club — wild and carefree. The entirety of this show was an ode to what many in Gen-Z...
Watch: Highlights of La Salle College High School’s win over Harrisburg
HARRISBURG — La Salle College High School will certainly remember Brett Gordon’s tenure beginning with a bang. A La Salle College High School alum of 1998, Gordon took over his alma mater in January and his first game helming his old haunt resulted in a 45-7 win over Harrisburg at Severance Field on Saturday.
Bench Warrants Issued for Mahanoy City Man
Schuylkill County Detectives have issued warrants for a Mahanoy City man. Keith Daniel Benjamin, age 40, who was last known to reside in Mahanoy City, is wanted on two active bench warrants. Benjamin is described as a White, Non-Hispanic male, 6 feet in height and weighs approximately 160 lbs. Benjamin...
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