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Obesity in Pennsylvania: Nearly One-Third of Residents in 2020 Self-Reported Being Dangerously Overweight
Obesity in Pennsylvania rose again in 2020, now encompassing nearly a third of Commonwealth residents. Taylor Allen covered the trend, self-reported by residents, for AXIOS. According to 2020 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 31 percent of Pennsylvania adults reported being obese. A decade ago, that statistic was 28.6…
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Two Lawmakers Launch Bipartisan Effort to Legalize Recreational Marijuana in Pennsylvania
In a move uncharacteristic to today’s divisive political landscape, two Pennsylvania lawmakers from opposite parties have joined forces to launch a bipartisan effort to legalize recreational marijuana in the state, writes Jan Murphy for the Penn Live Patriot-News. Senator Mike Regan, a Republican, and Representative Amen Brown, a Democrat, said their teaming up on this…
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Six Philadelphia-Area Residents Make Forbes 400 Richest Americans List
The latest Forbes 400 list of the richest people in America is out, and six Philadelphia-area residents made the cut this year. Ryan Mulligan tallied the totals for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Susquehanna International Group CEO and Haverford resident Jeff Yass ranked highest in No. 58. His estimated net worth is $12 billion. This is…
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Analysis: Delco Bubble–County a Little Less Susceptible to Local Climate Disasters
While Pennsylvania is generally aligned with New Jersey and New York in a number of climate-related disasters over the past 20 years, its suburbs, including Delaware County, are not. As evidenced by the calamity of Hurricane Ida, most of the Philadelphia collar counties have gotten walloped by Mother Nature in her various tantrums. Taylor Allen…
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FEMA Changes to Flood Insurance Pricing Cause Increases Downstream for Delco Residents with Coverage
Changes made by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in its flood insurance pricing structures will soon have area homeowners digging deeper into their wallets. Taylor Allen waded through the particulars for AXIOS Philadelphia. The news comes as Philadelphia and surrounding counties continue to recover from the flooding caused by Hurricane Ida. FEMA’s new pricing…
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Sweet and Festive? Gross and Waxy? Pennsylvanians’ Opinion of Candy Corn Makes National Ranking
Candy corn. Is there a more divisive treat this time of year? Some fans eagerly await bags of the sweet yellow-orange-white triangles in supermarkets and convenience stores. Foes, on the other hand, taking a hard pass, rummage trick or treat bags for the Reese’s Pieces or M&Ms instead. One person’s trick is another person’s treat.…
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PLCB: How Did Pennsylvanians Deal with the Stresses of the Pandemic? We Tippled
According to the latest financial report released by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB), Pennsylvanians purchased more wine and liquor in the later months of the pandemic than ever before. Tom Davidson uncorked the details for Trib Live. Alcohol sales for the fiscal year ending June 30 were $2.9 billion. This is $349.4 million (13.7…
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Squashing Social Media Rumors: Are Spotted Lanternflies Toxic to Pets’ Feet? No!
While social media search results for ‘spotted lanternflies toxic to pets’ may indicate otherwise, experts say there is no evidence supporting the claim. They continue to research the issue but are eager to calm concerned animal owners and lovers. McKenzie Sadeghi clarified the topic for USA Today. A September 17 Instagram post — which got…
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No Brainer: When It’s Philly Military Guy vs. Florida Alligator, Who Do You *Think* Comes Out on Top?
As if a Florida alligator is any match for an Army-trained Philadelphian. As. If. Eugene Bozzi, an Orlando-area transplant from the Philadelphia region, is now in the national spotlight for his casual eviction of a huge reptile in an everyday trash can. CBS3 Philly covered the serviceman’s above-and-beyond service. The Instagram video — which has…
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SEPTA Wayfinding: Philadelphia’s $40 Million Public Transit Reorg Includes Simplifying Its Maze of a Map
SEPTA wayfinding — the Philadelphia transit authority’s concept guiding its regional rail, subway, streetcar, and bus system reorg — will also address its present map, reports Laura Bliss for Bloomberg. The goal of the $40 million, multiyear initiative is to ease users’ passage among destinations, even when trips involve various modes of transportation. “If you…
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Disneyland May Claim the Happiest Place on Earth, But Philadelphia Is Pretty Joyful, Too, Says USA Today
The Philadelphia metropolitan area is among the 50 happiest U.S. cities, according to residents. Hristina Byrnes reported our overall community glee for USA Today. To determine the nation’s upbeat cities, 24/7 Tempo reviewed the happiness score of all 383 nationwide metro areas, using digital health company Sharecare’s Community Well-Being Index. The index measures residents’ sentiments…
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Smoky Mountains’ Fall Foliage Prediction: The 2021 Annual Autumnal Beauty Pageant Isn’t Far Off
The Smoky Mountains’ Fall Foliage Prediction has good news for local lovers of the great outdoors. Alyssa Adams covered the report’s timing of 2021’s autumnal beauty for CBS3 Philly. The Smoky Mountains’ 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map says that leaves in our part of Pennsylvania will be at their prime in the October 18-25 timeframe.…
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Spotted Lanternfly Quarantines, Like the Pesky Bugs Themselves, Continue to Spread Across Pennsylvania
As the infestation of the summer’s most annoying bug continues, more and more Pennsylvania counties are declaring spotted lanternfly quarantines. Keira Wingate reported the developments for USA Today. The Keystone State currently has 34 counties in quarantine, with many of them added to the list this year. Neighboring New Jersey is also recording the spread…
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Area Labor Shortage Has Employers Digging into Their Pockets for Signing Bonuses and $15 Hourly Wages
From restaurants to hospitals, employers in the Philadelphia region are having trouble finding enough workers. In response to this labor shortage, they are resorting to various incentives to attract employees. Current tactics include signing bonuses and the debut of $15-an-hour wages. David Murrell tallies the impact for the Philadelphia Magazine. Starr Restaurants has used humor,…
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Pennsylvania Earns an ‘A’ for Being Among the Best States for Teachers
Pennsylvania is one of the five best states for teachers, according to 2021 ranking recently released by WalletHub. To determine which states will provide educators with the best opportunities and teaching environments, WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia based on 24 main indicators. Criteria included pupil-teacher ratios, average starting salaries, and…
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Pennsylvania Battles Spotted Lanternfly Infestation with Quarantines and Student-led ‘Squish Squads’
Despite quarantines and “squish squads,” the spotted lanternfly continues to spread across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond, write Kevin Ambrose and Kasha Patel for The Washington Post. This invasive pest that can devastate vineyards and ruin fruit crops was accidentally imported into Berks County seven years ago, presumably in a shipping container that arrived from Asia.…
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With PLCB Liquor Limit in Place, Now Is Perfect Time to Try Local Distilleries
Owing to supply-chain delays, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) has issued mandate that limits purchasing of various upscale champagnes, cognacs, tequilas, and whiskeys to two bottles per day. In response to the PLCB liquor limit, fans of spirits can give some local distilleries a try. Beatrice Forman pored through the details for Billy Penn.…
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Amtrak Wants to Expand PA Service by Adding New Routes, Increasing Frequency of Existing Ones
Amtrak is planning to expand its service in Pennsylvania in the near future by adding new routes. It also wants to increase the frequency of the existing ones, writes David Tristan for abc27 News. Rail officials shared their proposal during a virtual meeting with Governor Tom Wolf and several state and local leaders. The passenger…
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