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Abington Senior High School Makes Fruitful Effort to Combat Food Waste
A program at Abington Senior High School is dedicated to slashing food waste. English teacher Mariam Freeman noticed that some of the students were throwing away the provided fruit that came with the school lunches, reports Katherine Scott for 6abc. That’s when the seed was planted. The school’s “Fruit Ninjas” came into fruition to donate…
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Four Things to Do for Your Job Search Ahead of 2023
The New Year calls for major life changes, including your career. Some experts say that the holidays are the best time to apply for new jobs. Forbes contributor Christine Y. Cruzvergara gives four useful tips on how to prepare for a job search in 2023. Consider Your Priorities There are a lot of reasons…
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Online Magazine Identifies Montgomery County’s Nine Best Restaurants
Montgomery County has a variety of delicious dining options for both tourists and residents. From Italian to seafood, PhillyBite Magazine cited the best destinations for foodies in the region. Caruso Brick Oven Trattoria Souderton This family-owned Italian restaurant offers brick-oven pizzas, authentic cuisine and plenty of wine. Diners watching their diets can opt…
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Ten Companies with Work-from-Anywhere Openings
Looking to be a digital nomad? While many remote jobs have location requirements, some companies are hiring work from anywhere employees. Morgan Smith from CNBC describes these companies that are hiring, according to FlexJobs. Here are ten companies that have positions open without a location requirement. Protocol Labs Protocol Labs described itself as an…
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Curious About Winter Sowing? Montco 4-H Center to Host January Workshops
The Montgomery County 4-H Center will host two winter sowing workshops in January, reported Joe Zlomeck for The Sanatoga Post. The workshops are scheduled for Jan. 7 and Jan. 10, and both will take place between 9:45–11:00 AM. They are free and open to the public; attendees do not have to have any prior gardening…
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Ardmore’s New Luxury Nail Salon Has Thirst for Adventure
Looking for the perfect stay-cation activity? Ardmore’s Resort Nails transports clients to the travel destination of their dreams with location-inspired spa packages. The nail salon, which opened its doors Monday, will also be the first in the area to offer press-on services, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. The salon is founded by Philly Native…
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DeSales University to Host Virtual Info Sessions in January
Mark your calendars! DeSales University will be hosting an array of virtual information sessions for the new year. The university offers over 100 bachelor’s, graduate and certificate programs. Many of the degrees are available online or during evening hours. The university will be holding the following sessions in January: MBA Tuesday, Jan.…
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Three Six-Figure Jobs That Don’t Require a Bachelor’s
Six-figure salaries are typically associated with advanced degrees. In recent years, high-paying jobs in specialized fields require extensive job training in place of a bachelor’s degree. There are also plenty of six-figure jobs that only require a high-school diploma, associate’s degree, or post-secondary award, writes Morgan Smith for CNBC. Here are three six-figure earning…
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Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the U.S.
In the age of inflation, it’s hard to stretch your cash and keep a steady savings. Sometimes even with a stable salary it can be difficult to make ends meet. If you’re looking to pivot towards a higher-paying field or are pursuing a lucrative degree, here are the top ten highest-paying careers in the U.S.…
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Four Tips on How to Land Your Dream Job During a Recession
Job-searching can be intimidating, especially during a recession. Executive career coach Wassim Hajjiri gives advice on how to land your dream job, even when the economy is not at its peak. Shift Your Mindset Between July and August of this year, 528,000 new jobs were created according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.…
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Five Montco Museums and Cultural Sites Get the Green
Several Montco museums and cultural sites won big bucks. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission awarded three counties, including Montco, a total of $159,000 in support grants, writes Joe Zlomek for The Sanatoga Post. The National Audubon Society, Audubon Award: $9,070 This non-profit is dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats. Schwenkfelder Library…
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Norristown Woman Works Hard to Walk Again After Diagnosis of Rare Cancer of the Foot
Thirty-five-year-old Maria Pagnotta’s medical mystery appeared harmless at first. The Norristown resident was a routine runner, often logging ten mile per outing. But she began to notice a golf-sized lump on her foot. It became increasingly painful, so Pagnotta sought medical attention. Terri Akmann, in The Philadelphia Inquirer, chronicled the diagnosis and treatment that followed.…
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Three Things to Avoid After Getting Laid Off
Getting laid off can be scary, and in the midst of a recession, sometimes it’s better to be prepared for the worst-case scenario. Albert Ko, director of AngelList Talent, tells Jennifer Liu of CNBC the top three mistakes jobseekers make when they get laid off. Saying you can ‘do everything’ Including an exhaustive list…
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‘I Wanted to Go Against the Grain’ 6abc Icon Jim Gardner Closes out 45 Year Tenure
6abc veteran anchor Jim Gardner is from New York, but he’s called he’s made it a point to call the Philadelphia area his home. “I wanted to go against the grain, to stay in one place for a lifetime, to raise my children here, and to call one place home,” Gardner told Main Line…
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QuoteWizard: Pa. Drivers Rate Middle of the Pack in State-by-State Study
Pa. drivers ranked No. 16 in a study of the the top 25 states for residents’ quality behind the wheel, reported Nick VinZant for QuoteWizard. To assess U.S. motorists’ skills, QuoteWizard analyzed more than 10 million insurance quotes. Drivers were evaluated on four factors: accidents, speeding tickets, DUIs, and citations. States that recorded the lowest…
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Three Tips on How to Land a Remote Job
As many companies shift to a virtual workplace, there are more openings — and a higher demand for remote jobs. Forbes contributor Cecilia Seiter gives advice on how to secure a virtual gig. Tailor Your Résumé for Remote Jobs Be clear that you’re intentionally looking for remote work in your summary/personal statement. Use terms…
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2022 Pa. Infrastructure Report Card Awards Keystone State Unflattering C-Minus
The American Society of Civil Engineers gave the Keystone State an unflattering C-minus in its 2022 Report Card for Pennsylvania’s Infrastructure. Anthony Salamone covered the lackluster performance in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The report was unveiled to coincide with the first anniversary of the passage of the $1.2 trillion federal infrastructure legislation aimed at improving the…
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Lower Providence Wells Fargo Shuts Doors on Feb. 22 Amid Rise in Digital Banking
As more customers go digital, brick-and-mortar banks are closing their doors across the country. This trend is no exception for Wells Fargo’s Lower Providence Branch at 2740 W. Ridge Pike. The location will close Feb. 22 at noon, writes Jeff Ward for WFMZ 69 News. Luckily, for customers who still want to get that…
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