Maryann Pugh

VA Shakes Up Workforce, Redirects $83M to Transform Veterans’ Care—What It Means for You WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced the dismissal of more than 1,400 probationary employees in non-mission c […]

Thrilling Whitewater Adventure Awaits as Tohickon Creek Transforms Into a Paddler’s Paradise UPPER BLACK EDDY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has confirmed plans to release water from Lake N […]

PGCB Cracks Down with $81K in Fines and Urgent Child Safety Measures to Protect Pennsylvania Families HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has taken decisive enforcement actions, including the imposition of $81,575 in fines a […]

DCNR Highlights Major Renovations and Conservation Investments at Nolde Forest READING, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has unveiled a newly renovated C.H. McConnell Environmental E […]

Your Chance to Transform Lives: Don’t Miss the Commonwealth Job Fair Packed with Opportunities and Perks HARRISBURG, PA — Job seekers across Pennsylvania are being urged to explore new opportunities at the upcoming Commonwealth Job Fair, set to take p […]

Protect Pennsylvania’s Forests Now: Act Against Devastating Spongy Moth Threat Before It’s Too Late HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is urging Pennsylvania landowners to take immediate steps to protect f […]

Record-Breaking Year for Connections: Pennsylvania DOC Sees Historic High in Prison Visits HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) reached a milestone in 2024, reporting the highest number of visits between i […]

Pennsylvania Game Commission Strengthens Leadership with Two New Bureau Directors HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Game Commission announced the appointment of two accomplished professionals to key leadership roles, signaling c […]

FTC Crushes Restrictive No-Hire Agreements—Fighting for Workers' Right to Fair Opportunities WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a consent order requiring Planned Building Services, Inc. and its affiliated c […]

Revolutionizing Pennsylvania’s Tech Future: How Shapiro’s Bold Reforms Are Saving Taxpayer Dollars HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has introduced sweeping reforms aimed at modernizing IT procurement for Pennsylvania state government, a m […]

FTC Launches Bold Crackdown on Exploitative Labor Practices—Fighting for Fairness and Protecting Workers' Futures WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson announced on Wednesday, February 26, the creation of a Joint Labor Task F […]

Over 27,000 Lives Saved: CDC Reports Unprecedented Drop in U.S. Overdose Deaths—The Fight Isn’t Over WASHINGTON, D.C. — Provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals a nearly 24% decrease in drug overdose deaths i […]

Pennsylvania Riders Celebrate Freedom with Year-Round Motorcycle Inspections HARRISBURG, PA — Motorcyclists in Pennsylvania now have greater flexibility for vehicle safety inspections thanks to Act 149 of 2024, a new law s […]

Revolutionize Your Tax Season—Access W-2s and More Instantly with the IRS’s New Online Tool! WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has introduced a new feature designed to simplify tax filing for individuals by incorporating c […]

Get Ready for 2025: PennDOT Launches REAL ID Days to Help Residents Beat the Deadline HARRISBURG, PA — To help Pennsylvania residents prepare for the approaching federal enforcement deadline of May 7, 2025, the Pennsylvania Department o […]

FDA Takes Action on Allergies, Diabetes, Parkinson’s, and Deadly Food Safety Scare—What You Need to Know WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced several significant developments this week, spanning advancements in a […]

Don’t Miss This Once-in-a-Lifetime Chance to See William Penn’s Charter and Explore Pennsylvania’s History for Free! HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is inviting residents and visitors to commemorate its 344th anniversary with a series of engaging historical activities a […]

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Targets Vulnerable Seniors—Are Long-Term Care Facilities Safe Enough? WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria i […]

Your Privacy Sold? FTC Forces Avast to Pay $16.5M for Data Misuse—Find Out If You’re Eligible WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued claim forms to nearly 3.7 million consumers impacted by deceptive marketing p […]

PennDOT Unveils $20.4 Million Boost to Community Safety with Statewide Traffic Upgrades HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced $20.4 million in funding through the Automated Red-Light E […]