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PHILADELPHIA, PA — The American Red Cross is urging residents to donate blood or platelets as spring travel and seasonal activities threaten to disrupt the blood supply, offering a limited-edition …
Blood Shortage Fears Mount as Red Cross Races to Refill Supply Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A Wilmington woman is facing a firearm charge after police said a traffic stop led to the recovery of a handgun.
Routine Traffic Stop Leads to Gun Charge for Wilmington Woman Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering new regulations that could allow geothermal energy development statewide, potentially expanding clean energy options and reducing reliance on traditional fuel sources.
Geothermal Bill Advances, Could Reshape PA Energy Future Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Motorists traveling on Interstate 76 (Schuylkill Expressway) should prepare for overnight delays next week as PennDOT continues a major resurfacing and bridge repair project in Philadelphia and …
Nighttime Closures Set to Snarl I-76 Traffic Next Week Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Chester County residents and mushroom growers will face stricter pest control requirements and gain access to new state funding after Pennsylvania expanded a quarantine order targeting phorid …
Phorid Fly Crackdown Expands Countywide, Bringing Relief Read More
For busy families in West Chester, PA, keeping a home consistently clean is one of the most common sources of daily stress. Between careers in professional services, West Chester University …
West Chester Families Gain Access to Professional Home Cleaning Services — What to Look For When Hiring Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Residents in Pennsylvania’s rural communities will see expanded access to civil rights resources and outreach efforts following the launch of a new Rural & Civic Engagement Division …
New State Division Targets Rural Access to Civil Rights Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan proposal introduced this week could bring federal recognition and increased tourism investment to northeastern Pennsylvania by designating the Endless Mountains region as a National Heritage …
Endless Mountains Push Gains Momentum With New Senate Bill Read More
BENSALEM, PA — Parx Casino opened the Parxview Hotel in Bensalem this week, adding a new lodging option adjacent to its gaming and entertainment complex in Bucks County.
Parx Casino Opens Parxview Hotel in Bensalem Read More
GREENCASTLE, PA — Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Rep. Chad Reichard announced this week that $16,559.17 in unclaimed property has been returned to Rescue Hose Company No. 1, a fire …
Pennsylvania Treasury Returns $16K to Greencastle Fire Company Read More