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Fiancée of Late Collegeville Sergeant Brings His Memory to the Super Bowl
Collegeville’s Staff Sergeant Marc Small had an extensive bucket list, including traveling to all seven continents and running a marathon. After he was killed in Afghanistan in 2009, his fiancée Amanda Charney-Berardi took it upon herself to complete it, as reported by ABC7 Chicago. “I went to Africa and started working in a child’s…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is inviting applicants for the Part-Time Nursing Faculty position. The position involves teaching assigned courses that facilitate student learning and mastery of course material. The selected candidate’s primary responsibilities involve supervising student clinical activities for the college’s Associate Degree Nursing program. The selected candidate should have the facility to carry out…
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Four Remote Work Trends for 2023
While many companies are asking their employees to come back to the office, many remote positions are here to stay. Here are some trends to look out for in the remote work world, according to career agency Robert Half. Remote work is not going away In fact, remote work is becoming more popular among…
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Is Lansdale Prepared to Handle a Toxic Spill?
The Feb. 21 chemical disaster in East Palestine, Ohio, has alarmed environmentalists nationwide. Local government officials across the U.S. are considering their preparedness for public-safety threats of this kind. Officials from Lansdale — site of a convergence of industrial and commuter rail systems — are confident that the chances of a catastrophe akin to Ohio’s…
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Four Workplace Buzzwords of 2023
The pandemic popularized workplace terminologies such as “Zoom fatigue,” as well as the more recently coined terms “quiet quitting,” “rage applying,” and “Bare-Minimum Monday.” Here are buzzwords to be on the lookout for in 2023, according to Business Insider. Rage Applying Ever opened your laptop after a frustrating day at work and the applied…
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Upper Merion’s Vikings Snap Playoff Losing Streak with Upset of Rivals
The Upper Merion Area High School Vikings broke the cycle of first-round exits in a major upset against the Trojans at Pottstown High School for the District 1 Class 5A tournament, reported Evan Wheaton for PAPrepLive. Things started out dismal for the Vikings, since the sophomore starting guard had fractured his right ankle 24…
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Plymouth Meeting Property Company Ranks High in Resident Satisfaction
A Plymouth Meeting-based property company is getting accolades for resident satisfaction. Real estate technology company Grace Hill and Ellis Partners announced the winners of the 2023 Kingsley Excellence Awards. According to the Victoria Advocate, a Texas-based newspaper, the awards started in 2018 to recognize its top 100 performing properties. In 2022, the Elite 5 category…
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Four Freelance Jobs That Pay Six Figures
Six figure salaries may seem hard to come by, but there’s plenty of opportunities outside of the standard 9-5 that can rake in the bucks. Here are some freelance jobs that pay $100k or more annually. Taskrabbit Tasker This app connects people with specific skills to carry out odd jobs or tasks for the…
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These Skills on Your Résumé Impress Employers
Making a resume can seem daunting, especially with ATS software that companies might use to “filter out” employees. A lot of resumes don’t even get viewed in the job marketplace, but there are certain skills that are a surefire way to impress employers. Here are some skills to put on your resume, according to FlexJobs. …
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PLACE Program Breaks Down Barriers for Students with Special Needs
DeSales University assistant professor Elisabeth Felten says that teaching for the PLACE program feels like winning the Super Bowl on Christmas morning. Felten singlehandedly created and launched the Post-Secondary Lifelong Adapted Continuing Education (PLACE) program. It’s a unique offering designed for adult learners who are denied a traditional college education due to their disabilities. …
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Montgomery County to Allocate $5 Million to Help the Homeless, Develop Affordable Housing
After the shuttering of the only shelter for single adults in Montgomery County, there has been a gap in services for the homeless population. That is about to change, thanks to a federal COVID-19 relief package. Five million dollars in federal funding from the 2021 Annual Action Plan will be allocated toward affordable housing and…
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Four Companies That Have Flexible and Remote Jobs
If you have a flexible remote job on your mind, keep your eyes peeled, because there’s an abundance of openings that fit the description. Many people value flexibility in their jobs because it provides them with a better work-life-balance. Here are companies that are hiring, according to FlexJobs.com. Cozymeal This internet company provides…
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MCCC Provides Free Dental Hygiene for Kids April 7
Montgomery County Community College is cleaning teeth free of cost. On April 7 between 8 AM to 1 PM, parents can accompany their children (ages 1–17) to the college’s dental hygiene clinic. These free services include a dental exam, teeth cleaning, x-rays, sealants, and fluoride treatment. All treatments are supervised by licensed dentists and dental…
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Three Reasons to Book a 2024 Winter Wedding at Normandy Farm
For couples who want a charming winter wedding, Normandy Farm is offering specials for the 2024 season. Here are three reasons to book a 2024 winter wedding at this historic venue: 1. Ambiance The historic property is a warm and luxurious setting for the colder months. The property dates back over 290 years to 1730…
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Harleysville Bride Sees Color for the First Time at Her Dream Wedding
A Harleysville bride was able to fulfill her lifelong dream on her wedding day. Kristin Robinson saw color for the first time while getting married at the onsite wedding pavilion at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. Kaycee Sloan reported the joyous moment for WFLA. Robinson has deuteranopia, which makes it hard for her…
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Five Fun and Unexpected Remote Jobs
Remote work is in high demand, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. However, some may only associate remote work with a limited number of industries, but that’s far from true. Here are some fun remote jobs that some may find surprising, according to GoBankingRates.com. Appointment Setter A person in this position should be highly organized. This…
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Once a Pennsylvania Pest, Spotted Lanternflies Infiltrate Canada
Canada is sounding the alarm on spotted lanternflies, that invasive species whose annual appearance in the Philadelphia area is met with a mix of environmental concern and public weariness. The Canadian finding was announced in a staff report from The Sudbury Star, an Ontario publication. Spotted lanternflies “threatens many of our native tree species, including…
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Gwynedd Mercy University to Host ‘The Frances Suite’
Gwynedd Mercy University is hosting a performance of “The Frances Suite,” a Black History Month cultural event. “The Frances Suite” features an all-female cast in the retelling of American poet Frances Harper’s life. One hundred years prior to Rosa Parks refusing to give up her seat, Harper demonstrated the same resistance on a trolley car…
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