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The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic

TAMAQUA – A former pharmacy in eastern Schuylkill County is now a training ground for... The article Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Tamaqua, PA · 3d

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Berks County Veterans Affairs | County Connection

An overview of the Veterans Affairs Department – including the newest inductees to the Berks County Military Hall of Fame, the Guitars for Vets success story, Second Annual Vetsgiving program, and the news that Berks County Veterans Affairs has achieved the #1 status in all of Pennsylvania for disability compensation and pensions.

Berks County, PA · 3d
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BUCKSCO.Today

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Pennsylvania Issues ‘Do Not Eat’ Advisory for Wissahickon Creek Fish

Pennsylvania has issued a “do not eat” advisory for all fish in the Wissahickon Creek basin after testing found PFOS, known as a “forever chemical”, in fish tissue, writes Mike D’Onofrio for Axios Philadelphia. The warning points to a bigger problem for local waterways. PFAS...

Pennsylvania · 1d
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“Answering the Call” Exhibit at Doric House

“ANSWERING THE CALL”: Taken in September 1917, this photograph shows the Selective Service men before they left Hunterdon County for Camp Humphreys. It was taken in front of the Hunterdon County courthouse. The Hunterdon County Historical Society (HCHS) invites the public to explore the military service and sacrifices of...

Hunterdon County, NJ · 1d
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Jumpstart MontCo loan program launches to tackle housing affordability

NORRISTOWN — A new tool in the toolbox is working toward fixing the affordable housing crisis in Montgomery County as officials emphasize the importance of home development. Jumpstart MontCo, an offshoot of Jumpstart Philly, an initiative aiming to offer loans to smaller developers in Montgomery County, was launched last week outside a property in Norristown.

Montgomery County, PA · 20h

Skook News

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Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election. McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position. “After more than 30 years of practicing law in Schuylkill County, I believe my experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service have prepared me for the responsibility of serving as Magisterial District Judge,” McDonald said in her announcement. Legal Experience and Education Her legal practice has included criminal defense, family law, custody, child support, estates, guardianships, real estate and personal injury matters. “Throughout my career, I have represented individuals and families from all walks of life. My experience in private practice, as an Assistant Public Defender, and in the courtroom has given me a strong understanding of the law and the importance of treating every individual with fairness, dignity, and respect,” she said. A 1986 honors graduate of Nativity BVM High School, McDonald earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from DeSales University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from

Orwigsburg, PA · 1d

Skook News

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Schuylkill County Native Named Principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — St. Joseph Center for Special Learning has named Elisabeth Hughes as its new principal, bringing an educator with 24 years of experience and local ties to lead its programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hughes will serve as the center’s chief executive and educational leader, overseeing both its school-age program and Adult Program. She succeeds Bob Giba, who became principal in 2019. Experience in Schuylkill County Schools An Orwigsburg native, Hughes spent more than two decades in the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, where she taught first and third grades before serving as a Title I reading specialist from 2014 to 2024. During that time, she worked with fellow Title I teachers to develop an Orton-Gillingham reading curriculum for kindergarten and second grade. Since January 2025, Hughes has worked as a reading interventionist in the Blue Mountain School District. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Elizabethtown College, a master’s degree in education from Alvernia University and a reading specialist certificate from Wilkes University. She also is certified in special education and the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction and has training in Science of Reading methods. “Elisabeth Hughes has spent her

Schuylkill County, PA · 1d

Lehigh Daily

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Bethlehem plans water rate increase on top of proposed tax, recycling fee hikes

Bethlehem plans to ask state regulators next year to raise water rates for the first time since 2021, with higher bills likely to start in early 2028, the city's water director told City Council on Tuesday. The post Bethlehem plans water rate increase on top of proposed tax, recycling fee hikes appeared first on LehighDaily.com .

Bethlehem, PA · 1d

MONTCO.Today

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The Archive in Lansdale Is a Two-Floor Maze of Books, Comics and Old Postcards

From the outside, it looks like any other warehouse. The building at 725 W. Second St. sits two blocks from Lansdale’s Main Street, across from a row of new townhouses. Most passersby would guess it stores building supplies. Inside is The Archive, one of Montgomery County’s most packed secondhand shops.

Lansdale, PA · 1d

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Lehigh Valley Riders Pin Hopes On Democrats After Years Of LANTA Cuts

Bradley Snyder rides LANTA buses to get to work, to go shopping, and to visit his daughter — the kind of daily reliance that has made him watch closely as Pennsylvania's public transit agencies absorbed cut after cut over the past several years. Now, with Democrats holding control of state government following the recent elections, riders and advocates across the Lehigh Valley are asking whether Harrisburg will finally deliver the long-term funding fix transit agencies have needed since the state's last major transportation funding overhaul in 2013.

Pennsylvania · 1d

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Montgomery County proposes 2027 budget with no county tax increase

The Montgomery County Commissioners Tuesday voted unanimously to propose a 2027 budget with no increase in county property taxes for the first time in several years. “This is a bipartisan budget with a simple bottom line: no proposed increase to county taxes. At a time when our residents are paying more for housing, transportation, childcare, healthcare, and everyday necessities, we have a responsibility to be just as disciplined with their tax dollars,” said Jamila H. Winder, commissioners’ chair.

Montgomery County, PA · 1d

lvpnews.com

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In person voting a viable option

“Elections belong to the people. It’s their decision,” Abraham Lincoln once said. That simple statement summarizes why Election Day is still important and why voting still matters. The 2026 election is one for the books. Though many voters opted for mail in voting, many others chose to show...

New Tripoli, PA · 12h

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Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office welcomes new assistant prosecutor with nine years of experience

FLEMINGTON, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — The Hunterdon County Prosecutor’s Office has welcomed Franz Mevs as its newest assistant prosecutor, bringing nine years of prosecutorial experience from New York City. Hunterdon County Prosecutor Renée M. Robeson and First Assistant Prosecutor Joseph Paravecchia welcomed Mevs during a swearing-in ceremony attended...

Hunterdon County, NJ · 2d

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County spends $1.4 million to expand Neighborhood First – Bucks Round-Up – November 12, 2026

County spends $1.4 million to expand Neighborhood First. Bucks County officials and Bristol Township community members met to mark the growth of Neighborhood First, a program that fosters mentorship, education, and structured activities for at-risk youth. The organization outgrew its original Bath Road facility, prompting the county to help fund a new 2,300-square-foot modular building next door. The expanded space includes staff offices, a classroom, an open programming area and private rooms for educational and skills development. The project also included an expanded parking lot, stormwater improvements, and landscaping. Neighborhood First Executive Director Walter Mims said the expansion is a milestone for an organization that has served local youth for 25 years. County Commissioner Chair Diane Ellis-Marseglia praised the program’s staff for their commitment to young people and their track record of helping students succeed. The project is estimated to cost approximately $1.4 million, funded through several sources, including federal American Rescue Plan Act funds and the Opioid Settlement Fund.

Bucks County, PA · 17h

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NORWESCAP among four New Jersey nonprofits sharing $25,000 in grants

NEW JERSEY — NORWESCAP, which serves residents in Warren, Sussex and Hunterdon counties, is among four New Jersey nonprofit organizations sharing a combined $25,000 in grants from the American Water Charitable Foundation to support housing stability, financial security and access to essential community resources. New Jersey American Water and...

New Jersey · 2d

Main Line Media News

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PennDOT readies for upcoming holiday travel, winter weather

NORRISTOWN – A gigantic mountain of salt at a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation maintenance yard served as the backdrop for officials to remind motorists about winter travel. Representatives from the state transportation agency, Pennsylvania State Police, AAA, and the Norristown Police Department convened Thursday at the Norristown-based facility ahead...

Norristown, PA · 10h

WFMZ-TV Online

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Measles outbreak, including 1.5K cases in Pa., threatens U.S. elimination status

READING, Pa. – "This is kind of unheard of. I didn't think that I would actually see measles in my career," said Dr. Debra Powell, chief of infectious diseases at Tower Health. The U.S. is in the midst of its worse measles outbreak since 1991. There are more than...

Pennsylvania · 1d

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515 New EV Charging Stations coming to Region

A new round of electric vehicle charging station funding was announced by commonwealth of Pennsylvania late last month. PennDOT announced it awarded grants totalling $37 million to 71 companies and local governments in Philadelphia as well as Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware and Chester counties. The grant recipients will install around 515 new charging ports in shopping centers, at apartment buildings and along street.

Bucks County, PA · 11h

FOX 29 Philadelphia

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SS United States being sunk to become the world's largest artificial reef

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

philadelphia.today

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4 Philadelphia ZIP Codes Rank Among the Nation’s Wealthiest

Four Philadelphia ZIP codes rank among the 1,000 wealthiest in the nation on The Business Journals’ 2026 Wealthy 1000 list, writes Joanne Drilling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Leading the way is 19103, covering Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square and Logan Square. At No. 17, it cracked the nation’s top...

Philadelphia, PA · 14h