Government & Politics
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From Abington to the National Stage: Shapiro’s Possible Path to the White House Started in Montgomery County
All the talk this week is about PA Governor Josh Shapiro being one of the top candidates being considered to be Kamala Harris’s Vice Presidential running mate. Many who have followed the Abington native’s political career are not surprised, write Julia Terruso, Jeremy Roebuck, Gillian McGoldrick, and Andrew Seidman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Shapiro caught…
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West Philly Native, Basketball Legend Once Set Out to Help Richard Nixon Win Over Black Voters in 1968 Election
In 1968, Wilt Chamberlain was the biggest basketball star in the world and Richard Nixon was the Republican candidate for president. That year, they collaborated in an effort to help Nixon win over Black voters and the 1968 presidential election, writes Shaun Assael for Politico. It was April 9, 1968. The two had just attended…
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Speaker Joanna McClinton Spearheads New Portrait Project Celebrating Women in Pa. Politics
Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton is the mastermind behind a new portrait project initiative that highlights the contributions and journeys of trailblazing women throughout the history of Pennsylvania politics, writes Melissa Noel for Essence. The “Dear Girl” Project celebrates the record number of women serving in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and aims to inspire…
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Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Gives Additional $4M to Greg Abbott’s Campaign
Following a record donation of $6 million in December, Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass has given another $4 million to Governor Greg Abbott’s campaign, writes Annie Massa for Bloomberg. The December contribution was the largest single political donation in Texas’ history. The co-founder of Susquehanna International Group made the latest contribution in April. The donation…
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Traffic Improvements Coming to Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square
Ellis Preserve traffic upgrades in Newtown Square will be using $2 million in approved state funding. The investment will improve the traffic flow around the Ellis Preserve development, supporting redevelopment in the area that is expected to create 1,800 jobs. That’s according to a release from the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development, and…
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Former Governor: The Legislature Should Reject Any Attempt to Create a Different Tax Rate for So-Called ‘Skill Game’ Devices
Twenty years ago this week, I was in my second year as Governor. My team and I were in the midst of negotiating the State Budget for 2004-2005. A major part of that budget involved passage of the Gaming Act, which brought casino gaming — slot machines to be exact — to the Commonwealth. Gaming industry…
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PA Lt. Gov. Austin Davis Highlights Delaware County Gun Violence Reduction Success
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visited Delaware County Thursday to highlight proposed state investments to reduce gun violence, touting successes already seen locally, writes Max Bennett for Patch. Davis was joined by Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer, legislators, local elected officials, law enforcement officials, and community groups. “Delaware County embodies the spirit of our…
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Infrastructure Overhaul a Theme at 2024 State of Delaware County Address
The 2024 State of Delaware County breakfast hosted by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce June 3 at the Llanerch Country Club, highlighted county council’s efforts in 2024 to address years of underinvestment in infrastructure. Members of Delaware County Council presented highlights of its accomplishments and goals in the past year. The event concluded with…
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Sen. John Fetterman ‘Not Looking to Ruffle Anyone’s Feathers’
Despite breaking with the party line on several of the most controversial issues of the day, Sen. John Fetterman has no intention of changing his party affiliation, writes Siobhan Hughes for The Wall Street Journal. “I might have a different view on things like Israel, and some other ones,” said Fetterman. “I just consider myself…
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Delaware County Legally Challenges Marple in Delco Woods Open Space Zoning Decision
A n April decision by Marple Commissioners that rezones Delco Woods zoning as open space triggered two legal actions May 14 from Delaware County, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times. One action appeals the commissioner rezoning with the Marple Township Zoning Hearing Board. The other, in Common Pleas Court, challenges Marple’s procedures during…
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Meet Ed Brown, Upper Darby Township’s First Black Mayor
Upper Darby’s first Black mayor, Ed Brown, was sworn in on Jan. 2 during the township’s annual reorganization meeting. He becomes the first Black mayor of Pennsylvania’s eighth-largest municipality. Brown follows former Democratic Mayor Barbarann Keffer who opted not to run for re-election. Brown, a Democrat, defeated Republican Brian Burke, the sitting president of the…
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Delaware County Health Department Takes Exception to John Oliver Mention
The Delaware County Health Department got a mention on John Oliver’s program “Last Week Tonight” Sunday night but officials weren’t exactly thrilled, writes Michael Tanenbaum for Philly Voice. John Oliver’s Delco mention referred to the health department spending $1 million in opioid settlement funds on a pill disposal program for residents. Oliver referred to the…
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Shapiro Admin Offers $500K Grants for PA Farm Bill To Boost Ag Ed, Healthy School Foods
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding revealed that Pennsylvania’s Farm-to-School Grant program is offering schools and childhood centers to apply for up to $15,000 for eligible projects. This program, funded by Governor Josh Shapiro’s budget, supports healthy eating habits and future careers in agriculture. To date, more than $2.6 million has been awarded to 237 projects across 50 counties.…
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HUD Places Chester Housing Authority on ‘Troubled’ List
The Chester Housing Authority is “troubled,” according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. HUD gave the CHA a Public Housing Assessment score of 53 percent in April 2023, earning it the “troubled” designation. CHA must make improvements within two years, by 2025. “The score is primarily due…
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This Montgomery County Community Is Among the 50 Best Liberal Places to Live in America
A Montgomery County community has been declared the No. 1 best liberal place to live in America, according to Stacker. Based on data from Niche, which ranked the 50 best liberal places to live in the U.S., Ardmore came out on top. Ardmore, with a population of 13,567, has a suburban and urban feel with…
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Palestinian Protests Now Spread to Villanova University Campus
The Villanova Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) held an on-campus protest April 30 supporting Palestine, writes Lauren Armstrong and Finn Courtney for The Villanovan. About 100 students and staff members stood or marched, dressed in black and chanting in support of ending violence in the Gaza strip. They join similar peaceful protests that have…
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County Council Still Getting an Earful Over Delco Woods Proposal in Marple
An overflowing crowd showed up again before Delaware County Council to voice their continuing disapproval over a Delco Woods proposal to use buildings on the former Don Guanella property for a residential mental health facility. Individuals reminded the council at the May 1 meeting they had sold the public on the idea that the acquired…
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Great Valley High School Senior Lands Dream Job as Congressional Campaign Manager
Lucca Ruggieri, a Great Valley High School senior, recently landed his dream job when he was hired as a campaign manager for Republican Neil Young’s campaign for Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District in November’s general election, write Wakisha Bailey and Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. “I was hired as campaign manager for a congressional campaign,…
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