Pennsylvania
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Essential Workers Have a Higher Risk of COVID-19 Infection. Now We Know How Much Higher.
We know that essential workers have a higher risk of being exposed to the coronavirus because of the work they do. Now we know that risk is about 55 percent higher than nonessential workers, based on research form Independence Blue Cross and the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, writes The Associated Press for…
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New $900 Million Pandemic Recovery Aid Bill Approved by Pennsylvania Senate
Last week, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved legislation to distribute more than $900 million in pandemic recovery aid to schools and hospitality-related businesses, along with individuals who are struggling to pay rent or utility bills, according to a report from The Philadelphia Inquirer. The bill now has to receive approval from both the state House…
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John Kane’s Bringing a Different Kind of Experience to the Job of State Senator
One of Delaware County’s newest state senators, John Kane (D-9), is happy to bring his working man viewpoint to the job, writes Kathleen E. Cary for the Daily Times. The five-term business manager for Plumbers Union Local 690 now sits on five state Senate committees, including Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure, and Labor and Industry.…
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The Return of the Brood X Cicadas and Their 90 Decibel Chirping
It’s going to be a noisy Spring, writes Allie Miller for phillyvoice.com. Brood X, or Brood 10, cicadas will crawl out of their 17-year forest floor hibernation around the end of May into June, and start chirping. They’ll hang out above ground for five or six weeks, mate, lay new eggs and die. The mating…
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Customers Bank Offering Banks, Chambers of Commerce, and Other Lenders a White Label Turnkey Solution
In the 3rd round of Paycheck Protection Program loans, Customers Bank, the $19 billion Pennsylvania-based super community bank, is leading the way with over 50,000 loans in process as of last Friday and now tens of thousands more. As of this week, the bank has approved over 3,000 loans providing a much needed lifeline to…
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Don’t Move To The Country Just Yet!
I’m here to knock some sense into you. You’re thinking of moving somewhere bucolic. Somewhere sparsely populated. Somewhere, to quote Tom Petty, into the great wide open, under them skies of blue. Jonah Bayer, writing for Travel and Leisure, offers a practical, optimistic view of such a move. I’m going to give you the pessimistic viewpoint. …
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Pennsylvania Ranks as One of the Best States for Adventure Seekers
Thanks to its several popular outdoor destinations and a plethora of extreme sports options, Pennsylvania is an ideal place to visit for travelers who are looking to experience a true adventure, according to a new study published by Outforia. Outforia compiled a list of the best states for adventure seekers in 2021 by comparing the…
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President-Elect Joe Biden Nominates Dr. Rachel Levine for Assistant Health Secretary Post
Pennsylvania’s health secretary, Dr. Rachel Levine, has been nominated by President-elect Joe Biden to be his next assistant health secretary, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia Business Journal. She would be the first openly transgender official to be confirmed by the United States Senate, if approved. Levine has taken on praise and criticism in her response…
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State Health Department: Put Elementary School Kids Back in the Classroom
State health officials now say it’s OK for elementary school kids to return to school, reports Stephanie Stahl for Philadelphia.cbslocal.com. The recommendation would go into effect Jan. 25, replacing a previous guidance that encouraged virtual learning for all students in communities with high COVID levels. The recommendation is not mandatory and local schools still get…
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PA Chamber Statement on Violence at U.S. Capitol
PA Chamber President and CEO Gene Barr issued the following statement in regards to Wednesday’s violent security breach at the U.S. Capitol Building. “Yesterday’s violence at the U.S. Capitol was completely unacceptable. It was an assault on our democracy and an affront to our ideals. Those who committed these acts should be prosecuted as soon…
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‘The U.S. Explained’ Video Series Profiles Pennsylvania
In its feature on Pennsylvania, “The U.S. Explained” video series by That Is Interesting looked at the Keystone State’s history, geography, and culture and found it to be one of the most fascinating states in the nation. Pennsylvania’s moniker is tied to the state’s historical significance since both the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were…
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Pennsylvania To Get 120K Doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine in First Round
As the distribution of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine commences, Pennsylvania is expected to receive approximately 120,000 doses from the initial shipment, according to a report from The Washington Post. Should the Moderna vaccine be approved, the Keystone State would be in line to receive a total of 590,000 doses before the end of the year. The…
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State Imposes New Restrictions for 3 Weeks, Starting Saturday, to Curb COVID Spikes
No indoor dining. Gyms and casinos are closed. Indoor gatherings are limited to 10 people or less. There’s a moratorium on extracurricular school activities, including winter sports. It’s Deja Vu all over again as Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf announced at a press conference Thursday new mitigation efforts to contain COVID-19 . “The work we do…
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Delaware County Family Faces Bitter Disappointment as Deana’s Law Fails a Second Time
Deana’s Law, a bill designed to increase penalties and create more preventative measures for repeat DUI offenders, again went down to defeat Nov. 20, reports Ashley Johnson for 6abc.com. The bill is named after Deana Eckman, who was killed by a six-time repeat DUI offender about three years ago. Her Delaware County family has been…
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Pennsylvania Shortchanged Public Schools By About $4.6 Billion in Funding in 2018-19, Report States
Pennsylvania public schools came up short by about $4.6 billion in state funding in 2018-19, according to a report that’s part of a lawsuit, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. The lawsuit, filed in 2014 on behalf of six school districts and others, claims the state has failed to ensure that every student receives…
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As College Football Gears Up, Penn State Gives a Preview Of What the Season Will Look Like for Fans
Penn State’s Athletics Director of Marketing PJ Mullen has his work cut out for him this football season, writes Frankie Marzano for onwardstate.com. Mullen, from Media Borough, makes sure there’s a great show and lots of support for fans and players when there’s a LIttany Lions game at Beaver Stadium and the Bryce Jordan Center.…
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Robot Deliveries Bill Passes State House Against Wishes of Delaware County Legislator
Delaware County State Rep. David Delloso (D-Delaware County) has come out against a bill that sets rules for operating driver-less robotic vehicles on Pennsylvania roads, writes Jan Murphy for pennlive.com. The legislation passed the state House of Representatives 105-97. It goes back to the state Senate to vote on House amendments to the bill. Democrats,…
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Pennsylvania Loosens the Reigns on How Many Can Now Gather for Indoor/Outdoor Events
Pennsylvania is easing COVID-19 restrictions on how many people can gather at indoor and outdoor events, writes Greg Pickel for pennlive.com. Pa. Gov. Tom Wolf and Health Department Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine will now base crowd limits on the maximum capacity of a venue. Up to now, only 25 people were permitted to gather indoors…
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