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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dozens of people reentering the workforce after incarceration received birth certificates on-site this week, removing a common barrier to employment, housing, and training programs. What This Means …
State Effort Helps Returning Citizens Get Key ID Fast Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Overnight closures and lane restrictions will impact westbound Interstate 76 (Schuylkill Expressway) at 30th Street through early June, as bridge construction continues in Center City.
Schuylkill Night Closures Could Jam Traffic Through June Read More
VILLANOVA, PA — Devereux has appointed Kyle Gravel as vice president of autism services, where he will lead the organization’s newly created national autism services division, the nonprofit announced.
Devereux Appoints Kyle Gravel as Vice President of Autism Services Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Daytime lane closures will continue for more than three months on U.S. 1 (Baltimore Pike) in Kennett and East Marlborough townships, as a major roadway widening …
Months of U.S. 1 Closures Could Frustrate Chester County Drivers Read More
TINICUM TWP, PA — Midday lane closures are scheduled next week on westbound Route 291 (Industrial Highway), as crews install a mast arm pole tied to an ongoing bridge replacement …
Route 291 Lane Closures May Snag Midday Traffic Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Proposed increases to electric and natural gas bills could raise monthly costs for southeastern Pennsylvania households by more than $30, prompting state lawmakers to urge regulators to …
Lawmakers Warn Rate Hike Could Strain Household Budgets Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A Pennsylvania State Police corporal pleaded guilty Wednesday to multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to misuse of government systems, illegal recordings, and possession of child sexual …
State Police Corporal Pleads Guilty to Multiple Felony Charges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Two western Pennsylvania amusement companies pleaded guilty this week to felony corrupt organizations charges tied to the distribution of illegal video gaming devices, the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s …
Two Firms Plead Guilty in Pennsylvania Illegal Gambling Case Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A coalition of labor organizations, business groups, trade associations and community advocates has formed Powering PA Forward to advocate for long-term energy policies aimed at maintaining reliable …
Coalition Launches to Advocate for Pennsylvania Energy Policy Changes Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A Philadelphia man was sentenced Wednesday, April 8, to prison time and home detention for operating an illegal sports gambling business that handled wagers from hundreds of …
Philadelphia Man Sentenced for Running Illegal Gambling Operation Read More