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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant expansion of its disaster preparedness efforts, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced on August 1 the release of funding opportunities totaling nearly $1 …
FEMA Unveils Nearly $1 Billion in Disaster Preparedness Grants, Shifting Focus to Resilience and Security Read More
BUCKS COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a temporary closure of Fretz Valley Road/Creamery Road in Bedminster and Tinicum townships to facilitate a scheduled pipe …
Fretz Valley Road to Close for Pipe Replacement in Bucks County Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Forget the umbrella, ditch the emergency fan, and maybe even reach for that light hoodie — Chester County is in for a picture-perfect stretch of August …
A Breath of Fresh Air: Chester County’s Week Ahead Brings Cool Nights, Warm Days, and Zero Weather Drama Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal crackdown on deceptive online business ventures has resulted in a permanent ban and asset forfeiture for the operator of a fraudulent e-commerce scheme that exploited …
FTC Shuts Down Online Storefront Scheme, Secures Ban and Asset Forfeiture in $15 Million Fraud Case Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a decisive move to restore accountability and safeguard public funds, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently issued a formal directive to federal contracting officers, reinforcing …
SBA Cracks Down on 8(a) Contracting Fraud Following DOJ Corruption Probe Read More
TREDYFFRIN TWP, PA — PECO Energy is set to begin overnight utility construction on Route 252 (Bearhill Road) in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, starting Monday, August 11.
Overnight Closures Coming to Route 252 in Tredyffrin for PECO Utility Work Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a continued effort to protect taxpayer information and combat the growing threat of identity theft, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and its Security Summit partners have …
IRS Urges Tax Professionals to Strengthen Data Security with Mandatory Written Plans Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Nearly 200 summer campers were treated to a high-energy introduction to hockey on June 29, as the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) and the Philadelphia Flyers teamed …
Flyers and YMCA Bring Hockey and High-Energy Fun to Coatesville Youth Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A part-time police officer from Coatesville is facing multiple felony charges following allegations that he covertly photographed and filmed minors at a YMCA pool in East …
Coatesville Man Accused of Secretly Filming Minors at YMCA Pool; Investigation Ongoing Read More
CHADDS FORD, PA — The North American Land Trust (NALT) has formally dedicated the Baldino Family History and Nature Center at Brinton Run Preserve, celebrating a transformative gift of conservation …
Brinton Run Preserve Honors Baldino Family With New History and Nature Center Read More