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Attention, Employers! New Overtime Regulations Will Soon Be Here. Are You Ready?
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor have gone back and forth regarding overtime regulations, and specifically how much a salaried employee must be paid in order to be exempt. In 2016, the DOL passed regulations raising the salary threshold from $455 per week ($23,360 per year) to $913 per week…
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Trilingual Student Who Has Lived in Six Different Countries Makes Big Impact at Church Farm School
For Lloyd “Tony” Thomas, finding Church Farm School was as simple as clicking a mouse. And that is probably the last time his name will ever appear in a sentence that contains the word simple. The son of a Jamaican father and Panamanian mother who works for the United Nations, Thomas, who is trilingual, has…
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President of Wissahickon Stone Quarry, Animal Rights Activist Remembered for Her Energy and Devotion
Beth Ann White — president and managing member of the Wissahickon Stone Quarry in Glenside, co-owner and general manager of the 1859 Wellness Spa and Salon in Manayunk, and a dedicated animal rights activist — has died at 56, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. White was also a former realtor and vice president…
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Newly Opened Exhibit in Horsham Celebrates Elite Tuskegee Airmen
A Horsham exhibit that opened in June celebrates the achievements of the Greater Philadelphia Tuskegee Airmen chapter, whose members protected the pilots who were doing bombing missions during World War II, writes Ukee Washington for CBS Philly. As the first African-American military aviators in the U.S. Armed Forces, the Tuskegee Airmen were fighting both in…
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UFCW Local 1776 President Wendell Young Stands Up for Members as Acme Deal Looms
When news broke that Malvern-based Acme Markets and Albertsons Cos. grocery stores were being purchased by Kroger Markets, UFCW 1776 President Wendell Young IV knew exactly what he had to do — and fast. This is not the first major transaction, merger, sale, or bankruptcy of a grocery chain that he has confronted as the…
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Delaware’s Archmere Academy Unveils New Course on Cancer Research for Students Interested in Medicine
Archmere Academy — a Catholic high school in Claymont, Del., that is renowned for its academic excellence — has introduced a new course, Advanced Cancer Research and Analysis, into its curriculum with the help of one of its distinguished graduates. Spearheaded by Dr. Jay Storm, a 1986 graduate of the school and Chief of the…
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Church Farm School to Host 97th Annual Christmas Pageant on Dec. 11
In 1924, Church Farm School founder and headmaster The Rev. Charles Wesley Shreiner adapted the popular play, “Why the Chimes Rang,” into a dramatic pantomime performed by CFS students in period costumes and accompanied by seasonal organ and choral music. A tradition — simply referred to as “Pageant” by the school community and the generations…
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Prominent Artist in the Golf World Receives Devon Prep’s 2022 Alumni Achievement Award
Devon Prep has honored Lee Wybranski, the proprietor of Lee Wybranski Art & Design (LWAD) and one of the premier artists in the golf world, with its 2022 Alumni Achievement Award. Wybranski, a member of Devon Prep’s Class of 1987, has been a professional artist since 1992. He formed his company in Philadelphia in 1995…
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The Art of Christmas Comes to Life with Botanical Splendor at Longwood Gardens
When industrialist Pierre S. du Pont purchased a small farm near Kennett Square in 1906 to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber, who would’ve imaged that Longwood Gardens would become one of the world’s greatest horticultural displays? The much-anticipated time of year has arrived when Longwood’s towering trees glimmer with…
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Villanova’s School of Business, College of Nursing to Jointly Offer New Certificate Program for Healthcare Leaders
Two of the schools that comprise the core of Villanova University’s vibrant academic community have joined forces to launch an online executive education program to provide healthcare leaders with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to manage the increasing complexities of the healthcare landscape. The Villanova School of Business (VSB) and the M. Louise Fitzpatrick…
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The Hill School’s Ellis Theatre Guild to Present ‘Sweeney Todd’ This Fall
The Hill School’s Ellis Theatre Guild is cooking up another spectacular Broadway-style show for its 2022 fall musical, as four performances of Sweeney Todd will be held in the Center for The Arts Theatre from Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 13. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance. (Tickets are no longer…
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For Retirees, Some Welcome Social Security and Other Benefits Increases to Help Ease Impacts of Inflation
With inflation at multi-decade highs, retirees are feeling the squeeze as they grapple with the effects of rising prices on gasoline, housing, medical expenses, and groceries, to name a few. With the Federal Reserve aggressively fighting inflation by raising short-term interest rates, both the stock and bond markets have experienced substantial declines, adding further stress…
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Center School Celebrates National Philanthropy Day
November is known as Giving Month for nonprofit organizations as it includes National Philanthropy Day and Giving Tuesday. This is a time when many schools are gearing up their fundraising efforts to finance crucial programming and activities for their students throughout the year. Every year, Center School hosts numerous events to provide additional support and…
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Citadel Credit Union to Give Away Signed Bryce Harper Jersey as Part of Philadelphia Red Pride Sweepstakes
With the entire Delaware Valley swept up in baseball fever, Citadel Credit Union is excited to give away a signed Bryce Harper jersey as part of its Philadelphia Red Pride Sweepstakes. To enter the sweepstakes, you must: Follow @CitadelBanking. Like and share this Instagram post to your story. Tag five friends in the comment section…
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Jim Cawley, Former Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania, Named President of Rosemont College
The Rosemont College Board of Trustees has named Interim President Jim Cawley as the college’s 15th President. Cawley has served in an interim capacity since June 21, and his contract has been extended to June 30, 2028. “Given his distinguished career and track record of public service and executive leadership experience, it is no surprise…
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Doylestown-Based Marketing Agency Sets Industry Standard with Three Major Awards
Sagefrog Marketing Group — a Doylestown-based marketing agency with offices in Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley, and Princeton, N.J. — is quickly setting the gold standard in its industry. Specializing in B2B healthcare, technology, industrial, and business services, Sagefrog has won three awards this year: This trifecta coincides with Sagefrog’s 20th anniversary and thus demonstrates the success…
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Greater Philadelphia’s Tourism Marketing Agency Refreshes Its Popular Visit Philly Overnight Package
Visit Philadelphia — Greater Philadelphia’s official tourism marketing agency that aims to build the region’s image, drive visitation, and boost the economy — has refreshed its popular Visit Philly Overnight Package. The package now enables people to level up their Philadelphia experience by selecting one of three perks that most appeals to their interests. The…
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Get the Latest Strategies and Tips in RKL’s 2022 Year-End Tax Planning Guide
The year is almost over, which means it’s time to start thinking about your taxes. While the thought of filing your taxes may inspire stress or overwhelm for many, a painless tax season is possible, if you take the proper time to prepare. To help you get ready, professional services firm RKL, which has an…
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