Maryann Pugh

Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.5%, Boosting State Economy HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s economy is showing signs of robust health as the state’s unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in December 2023, according t […]

FTC Shuts Down Deceptive Business Opportunity Scam Preying on Spanish-Speaking Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C. — A Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit has permanently halted a business opportunity scam known as Ganadores Online and G […]

IRS and Treasury Department Issue New Guidance on Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of the Treasury have recently issued Notice 2024-20, providing crucial g […]

Villanova University Welcomes Trio of New Trustees, Bolstering Board with Diverse Expertise VILLANOVA, PA — Villanova University begins the new year with a strengthened leadership team, announcing the appointment of three new members to its B […]

Innovative Apprenticeship Program Aims to Address Pennsylvania's Teacher Shortage HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a pioneering effort to combat the ongoing staffing shortages in Pennsylvania schools. A $ […]

FTC Launches Claims Process for Victims of Deceptive Mortgage Relief Scheme WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has opened a claims process for consumers who fell victim to a deceptive mortgage relief o […]

Pennsylvania Medicaid Enrollees Asked for Feedback to Improve Renewal Process HARRISBURG, PA — In a bid to enhance the Medicaid renewal process in Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking feedback d […]

Cecil County Gears Up for a New Paramedic Station: A Boost for Local Emergency Services ELKTON, MD — Cecil County Government is set to construct a new mid-county paramedic station in North East. The development was announced on January 1 […]

Tax Exempt Organizations Face Delays: IRS Postpones Electronic Filing WASHINGTON, D.C. — A recent announcement from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has revealed that a particular group of tax exempt organizations w […]

FTC Joins Global Privacy Enforcement Initiative: A New Era for Data Protection WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has agreed to participate in the Global Cooperation Arrangement for Privacy Enforcement (Global C […]

Pennsylvania Saves Nearly $15 Million Thanks to Renegotiated Road Salt Contract HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) recently announced that taxpayers will be saving almost $15 million. This s […]

Cecil County Grapples with Sanitary Sewer Overflows: What Residents Need to Know ELKTON, MD — Residents of Cecil County were met with an unfortunate surprise on January 16, 2024, as the Department of Public Works’ Wastewater D […]

Historic Free Library of Philadelphia Embarks on Transformative Strategic Planning Initiative PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Free Library of Philadelphia (FLP) and The Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation (FLPF) have announced a search for q […]

Revamped Energy Labeling Rule to Empower Consumers, FTC Seeks Public Input WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at modernizing and broadening the scope of its Energy Labeling Rule, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is s […]

IRS and Treasury Department Surpass Major Milestone in Clean Energy Tax Credits Implementation WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury Department recently celebrated a significant achievement in the implementation o […]

Pennsylvania Ascends to Top Ten in U.S. Rankings for Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Rehabilitation HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s efforts to combat substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health issues have earned the state a commendable e […]

Philadelphia's Iconic Broad Street Run Returns to Traditional Date and Course in 2024 PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a much-anticipated announcement, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Commissioner Orlando Rendon d […]

Treasury Department Temporarily Eases Reporting Requirements for Digital Assets WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move that could provide temporary relief to businesses dealing with digital assets, the Treasury Department and Internal R […]

Philadelphia Rolls Out New Guidelines for Non-Resident Wage Tax Refunds PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a move that could impact thousands of non-resident workers, the City of Philadelphia has issued new instructions for claiming W […]

Philadelphia's Department of Commerce Rolls Out Free Tax Services for Small Businesses PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a bid to support the city’s small business community, the Department of Commerce in Philadelphia has announced a new initiative o […]