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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at increasing federal oversight and preventing states from improperly using Medicaid funds to …
CMS Cracks Down on Medicaid Fraud – Protecting Taxpayers from Misuse Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) is hosting a community baby shower on Saturday, June 14, 2025, to celebrate and support new and expectant families in Chester …
Baby Shower Brings Hope and Vital Support to Chester County Families Read More
WEST BRANDYWINE, PA — Residents of Freedom Village at Brandywine came together in an extraordinary effort to support veterans experiencing food insecurity. What began as a modest goal of collecting …
Freedom Village Heroes Rally to Donate 1,500+ Items for Veterans in Need Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) and Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) have unveiled a new security feature that allows public benefits recipients to lock …
Protect Your Benefits: Pennsylvania Launches New EBT Card Lock Feature Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — At its Annual Meeting, the United Way of Southern Chester County (UWSCC) revealed the allocation of $650,000 to 31 nonprofit programs serving communities in the Southern …
United Way of Southern Chester County Awards $650,000 to Local Nonprofits Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a new directive requiring all states to provide full access to records related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). …
USDA Demands Full SNAP Data Access to Tackle Fraud and Protect Benefits Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies, conducted a comprehensive operation aimed at combating fraud within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program …
USDA and Federal Partners Target SNAP Fraud in Landmark Operation Read More
GREATER PHILADELPHIA AREA — The Wardrobe, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals through professional attire and resources, has introduced a new initiative called Workforce Wednesdays. These free weekly sessions …
The Wardrobe Launches Workforce Wednesdays to Support Job Seekers Read More
PARKESBURG, PA — The Parkesburg POINT Youth Center will host a powerful evening of inspiration and opportunity with Philadelphia Eagles two-time Super Bowl champion Brandon Graham at its “Soar to …
Brandon Graham to Inspire Local Youth at “Soar to New Heights” Event Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Members of the Jeptha Abbott Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) left their mark on the 128th Pennsylvania State DAR Conference, held April 24-26 …
Jeptha Abbott DAR Shines at Pennsylvania State Conference Read More