Maryann Pugh

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 […]

Pennsylvania Extends ATV Regional Trail Connector Program Amid Growing Demand HARRISBURG, PA — Outdoor enthusiasts in Pennsylvania have reason to rejoice as the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) recently a […]

Bridging the Economic Divide: Philadelphia Commerce Department Offers Crucial Funding for Neighborhood Revitalization PHILADELPHIA, PA — In an ambitious move to invigorate commercial real estate development and bridge economic disparity, Philadelphia’s Department of C […]

CFPB and State Attorneys General Launch Legal Offensive Against Unscrupulous Debt-Relief Company WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and a coalition of seven state attorneys general have found themselves unified in a […]

Big Elk Creek State Park Embarks on Major Restoration Work Focused on Wildlife Habitat and Water Quality HARRISBURG, PA — Chester County’s Big Elk Creek State Park, a sprawling 1,800-acre gem in the heart of southern Chester County, is set for s […]

Pennsylvania Opens Grant Applications for 2024 Community Conservation Initiatives HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has announced the acceptance of grant applications for the 2 […]

Proposed CFPB Rule Could Save Billions for Americans: An Insight into Overdraft Fees' Loophole WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has initiated a groundbreaking move to confront the rising overdraft fees that are e […]

Chester County's Red Clay Alliance Secures Over $200K in State Grants for Vital Environmental Initiatives HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant boost to environmental conservation efforts in Chester County, the Brandywine Red Clay Alliance (BRC) has been a […]

State Legislatures Emerge as Frontlines in Battle for Abortion Rights Amid Landmark Anniversaries WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the nation marks the 51st anniversary of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade on Monday, January 22, the p […]

DLCC Eyes Critical Pennsylvania Race Following Florida Victory, With Political Power Hanging in the Balance WASHINGTON, D.C. — Fresh off a significant win in Florida, the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) is setting its sights on a h […]

Chester County Secures Over $200,000 in State Grants for Crucial Flood Mitigation Efforts HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Christina Sappey and State Sen. John Kane, both Democrats from Chester County, have announced that more than $200,000 in s […]

Pennsylvania Charts Fiscal Responsibility Course with First-Ever Debt Management Policy HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration released the Commonwealth’s first-ever debt management policy this week, marking a significant step tow […]

Philadelphia Goes Green: Senator Hughes Announces Over $600,000 in Grants for Outdoor Projects PHILADELPHIA, PA — Senator Vincent Hughes this week announced over $600,000 in Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program (GTRP) grants for projects i […]

Boost for Pennsylvania Tourism: Senator Bob Casey Secures Significant Grant for Outdoor Recreation Workforce WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move for the Keystone State, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has secured a $387,500 grant for the Pennsylvania W […]

Federal Court Upholds Multistate Lawsuit Against Alleged Predatory Lender, Signaling a Win for Consumer Protection HARRISBURG, PA — In a landmark move, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has denied a motion to dismiss a m […]

Philadelphia Youth Arrests Highlight Surge in Gun Violence, Attorney General Announces HARRISBURG, PA — In a recent announcement, Pennsylvania’s Attorney General Michelle Henry shed light on a disturbing trend of young people involved i […]

Delaware County Community College Invites Civic-Minded Residents to Join its Board of Trustees MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College is calling on community-minded individuals to step forward and contribute to shaping the future of e […]

Single-Use Plastic Bag Bans Prove Effective, Yet Challenges Remain, New Study Reveals PHILADELPHIA, PA — A study released by the PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center and Frontier Group on Thursday underscores the significant impact o […]

Artificial Turf Installation at Clipper Magazine Stadium Marks New Era for Lancaster Barnstormers LANCASTER, PA — The Lancaster Barnstormers announced plans this week to install artificial turf at Clipper Magazine Stadium. The ambitious project p […]