Maryann Pugh

FTC Unveils Findings from First Undercover Sweep of Funeral Rule Compliance WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released a detailed report summarizing the results of its inaugural undercover Funeral R […]

VA Launches Pilot Program for Green Burials at National Cemeteries WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has introduced a pilot program to provide environmentally sustainable burial options f […]

FTC Sends Refunds After Action Against Companies for False Made in USA Claims WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently began issuing refunds totaling more than $140,000 to consumers who purchased products de […]

ICYMI: Federal Court Orders Harris Jewelry to Reopen Claims Process for Refunds WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal court has ruled that Harris Jewelry must reopen its claims process and notify eligible consumers, primarily active duty se […]

New Friends Group Formed to Support Promised Land State Park CAMP HILL, PA — The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) has officially announced the establishment of a new Friends Group dedicated to Pr […]

Philadelphia Doula Business Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraud—$55K Collected, No Services Delivered HARRISBURG, PA – Liberty Doulas, a Philadelphia-area business offering childbirth and postpartum care services, is facing a lawsuit filed by Attorney G […]

IRS Provides Transitional Relief for Third-Party Settlement Organizations on Reporting Thresholds WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Notice 2024-85 this week, granting transitional relief for third-party settlement or […]

Unlock Tax Savings While Building Your Future: Don't Miss the Saver's Credit Benefits WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is emphasizing the importance of retirement savings for low- and moderate-income taxpayers by re […]

IRS Unveils New Policy to Fast-Track Tax Refunds and Combat Identity Theft with IP PIN Requirement WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced a significant policy change designed to streamline the process for taxpayers fi […]

IRS Advisory Council 2024 Report Offers Key Recommendations for Tax Administration Overhaul WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (IRSAC), a key panel of experts tasked with advising the IRS on critical tax ad […]

Rare H5N1 Bird Flu Case in U.S. Child Sparks Public Health Investigation and Call for Vigilance WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently confirmed the nation’s first avian influenza A(H5N1) human infe […]

IRS and Treasury Open Floodgates for Clean Energy Funding in Game-Changing Tax Credit Rule WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently released final regulations designed to br […]

CFPB Tightens Oversight on Digital Payment Giants in Groundbreaking Consumer Protection Rule WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a groundbreaking rule to enhance oversight of the largest nonbank co […]

Chester County Names First CEO and COO in Bold Leadership Overhaul to Address Future Growth WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has undertaken a significant transformation in its administrative leadership, restructuring the top roles to meet th […]

MyChesCo News Team to Pause for Thanksgiving Celebration CHESTER COUNTY, PA – MyChesCo, your trusted source for local news and updates, announces that its dedicated team of news writers will be taking a b […]

Judge Mackenzie W. Smith Sets Sights on Chester County Court Seat, Promises Justice and Equality MALVERN, PA — Judge Mackenzie W. Smith has officially announced her candidacy for a seat on the Chester County Court of Common Pleas, emphasizing her c […]

State Senator Katie Muth Partners with The Wardrobe for Winter Clothing Drive ROYERSFORD, PA — With temperatures dropping and winter on the horizon, State Senator Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) has launched a co […]

Winter Warning for Pet Owners: PSP Highlights Legal Risks of Animal Neglect in Freezing Temps HARRISBURG, PA — With winter’s chill settling across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and the Bureau of Criminal Inve […]

PHMC Revives Historical Marker Program with Exciting Updates to Celebrate Pennsylvania's Rich Heritage HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) has announced the return of the Pennsylvania Historical Marker Program, a hi […]

Ban Lifted: What Recent Rain Means for Fires on Pennsylvania's Game Lands and Wildlife Protection HARRISBURG, PA — Following improvements in weather conditions and a significant reduction in wildfire risks, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has of […]