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PHOENIXVILLE, PA — PressurePerfect Massage in Phoenixville is celebrating Elaine Miller as their Unsung Hero for April, recognizing her over 700 hours of volunteer work with Phoenixville Area Community Services …
Phoenixville Hero Honored with Heartfelt Food Drive to Combat Hunger Crisis! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has proposed a $9 million investment in the Victims Compensation Assistance Program (VCAP) as part of the 2025-26 state budget, aiming to address mounting …
Pennsylvania Announces $9 Million Proposal to Bolster Support for Crime Victims Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Twenty-three West Chester area restaurants and businesses have joined forces to support the Chester County Food Bank and the West Chester Food Cupboard after the Chester …
West Chester Rallies Together: Local Restaurants Fight to Keep Food on Families’ Tables Amid Crisis Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule on Friday, April 4, 2025, that introduces sweeping updates to Medicare Advantage (MA), Medicare Prescription …
Medicare 2026 Overhaul: Key Reforms Aim to Lower Costs and Enhance Care Access Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has unveiled updates to its identity verification policies, aimed at safeguarding millions of Social Security records and ensuring the secure administration of …
Stronger Rules, Safer Benefits: How the SSA is Fighting Fraud and Protecting Your Identity Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has issued an official statement refuting recent claims that it is permanently closing local field offices. According to the agency, these reports …
Social Security Speaks Out: The Truth Behind Field Office Closure Rumors Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will host two key community events in May 2025, aimed at fostering education, engagement, and stronger ties between law enforcement …
Meet Your Heroes! Chester County Hosts Life-Changing Community Events This May Read More
GLENMOORE, PA — Camphill Soltane, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual differences, is set to host its 21st Annual Wine & Fine Dining Experience on April 26, 2025. …
Raise a Glass to Change Lives: Join the 21st Annual Wine & Fine Dining Experience for an Unforgettable Night of Impact Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a policy adjustment that will increase the default overpayment withholding rate for Social Security beneficiaries to 100 percent of an …
Social Security Tightens Overpayment Rules, Billions at Stake for Beneficiaries Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Over $2 million in grant funding has been awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) to improve access to licensed recovery houses for …
Pennsylvania’s $2M Boost to Recovery Housing Brings Hope to Families Battling Addiction Read More