Government & Politics
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PA Gov. Josh Shapiro Chats with Jay Wright as He Promotes Memoir
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro talked with former Villanova coach Jay Wright Saturday about his love of basketball in an event promoting the governor’s new memoir, Where We Keep the Light. The discussion before an audience of 350 at Villanova University also turned to family and faith, writes Maggie Prosser for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The governor…
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Wawa Saves in Headquarters Tax Reassessment, Impacting Local Taxes
Wawa just got a nearly 50 percent tax reduction on its corporate headquarters in Chester Heights, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Its valuation will drop $40 million, from about $75 million to $35 million, after Wawa successfully appealed the 2020 assessed value of two parcels of land at 260 W. Baltimore Pike, the…
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Radnor Introduces Eminent Domain Ordinance for Valley Forge Property
The Radnor Township Board of Commissioners introduced an ordinance last week to use eminent domain to seize 17 acres from the Valley Forge Military Academy Foundation, believing the land has been put up for sale and could be sold to developers. The Foundation oversees the Valley Forge Military Academy and Valley Forge Military College property…
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Kamala Harris Opens Up on Why She Snubbed Josh Shapiro for VP Nod
Many consider Kamala Harris’s decision to bypass Governor Josh Shapiro for the vice presidency last year a head-scratcher, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Shapiro had just won praise for leading the rapid reopening of I-95 in Philadelphia, and his national profile was soaring. Now, in her new memoir 107 Days, Harris explains her reasoning.…
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Why Public Adjusters Are Essential: My Story
I’ve lived in Pennsylvania for 45 years, served two tours in Iraq with the Army National Guard, and today I’m a 100-percent-disabled veteran. When severe wind damaged my roof, I quickly realized I couldn’t manage the insurance claim alone. A public adjuster stepped in — and it made all the difference. Once the shingles came…
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Josh Shapiro Reflects on the Women Who Ground His Life and Work
Governor Josh Shapiro often speaks about leadership, service, and responsibility, but in a recent interview CBS Sunday Morning, he traced those values back to home. In particular, he credits the relationship with his mother and wife, Lori. The Abington native described his mother as the greatest activist he has ever known. As a child, she…
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Narberth’s New Mayor Eyes Revitalization Without Losing Its Soul
Narberth’s new mayor wants residents to imagine a borough that feels just as welcoming stepping off the train as it does walking home at night, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dana Edwards was sworn in earlier this month, bringing an approachable leadership style to the borough of roughly 4,500 residents. A longtime financial…
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How Montgomery County Found $14M in Savings Without Layoffs
A behind-the-scenes Montgomery County office is quietly reshaping how local government operates, saving taxpayers real money in the process, writes Fallon Roth for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Montgomery County’s Office of Innovation, Strategy, and Performance, launched in early 2025, has helped identify roughly $14 million in savings over the past year and cut the county’s budget…
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Chester County Swears In Newly Elected Officials and Judges
As the New Year begins, Chester County’s newly elected officials and judges assumed their roles after being officially sworn in during a weekend ceremony with friends and family present, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Four new officials in the county’s row offices, including clerk of courts, controller, coroner, and prothonotary, as well as three magisterial district justices,…
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Radnor to Acquire 14 Acres at Valley Forge Military Academy
The Radnor Township Board of Commissioners plans to acquire 14 acres of land owned by Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne to limit development there, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Academy is closing this year. The property covers 70 acres. The Board unanimously approved a motion Monday night to begin eminent domain…
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Josh Shapiro’s Reelection Push Begins, With Eyes on Both Harrisburg and Beyond
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has officially launched his bid for reelection in 2026, a move that also keeps him squarely in the national political spotlight, writes The Philadelphia Inquirer. Shapiro, who grew up in Abington Township and previously served as a Montgomery County commissioner, announced his campaign with back-to-back rallies in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. In…
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Pennsylvania Gambling Revenues Fund Delaware County Public Projects
Pennsylvania gamblers are helping fund numerous Delaware County public projects, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. From police station renovations to vehicle purchases, playground improvements, and flood control measures, Delaware County communities are receiving 43 grants totaling $14 million-plus that come from state gambling revenue. The Pennsylvania Department of Economic Development is distributing…
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Montco Commissioners Reorganize, Spotlight Collaboration
Montgomery County’s Board of Commissioners officially reorganized for 2026 this week, while emphasizing collaboration and bipartisan progress across the county, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Commissioner Jamila Winder was selected as chairwoman, with Neil Makhija named vice chairman. The move mirrors the board’s early leadership structure. It also reflects what both leaders described as…
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Doylestown Resident Appointed as Bucks County’s Chief Legal Officer
Doylestown resident Dan Grieser was recently appointed as the county’s chief legal officer by the Bucks County Board of Commissioners, writes staff for DL-Online. Grieser previously served as the assistant county solicitor for Bucks’ Law Department, a position he began in 2021. He was later promoted to deputy county solicitor and continued to work his way up. In his new…
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New Jersey Widens Its Minimum Wage Lead Over Pennsylvania with Latest Hike
New Jersey’s minimum wage rose again last week to $15.92 from $15.49, further extending the already double lead over Pennsylvania, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The new rate represents a $0.43 increase from the previous minimum, established last year. “This increase will provide vital support to all Garden State workers by making the…
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How Montgomery County United to Build New Homeless Shelters
Montco is preparing to open three full-time, short-term emergency shelters by the end of 2025, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This marks a dramatic shift for a county that had zero permanent shelters just one year ago. The new facilities in Pottstown, Lansdale, and Norristown will provide a combined 190 beds. The move…
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New State Permit Reforms Could Speed Up Development Across Montco
New permitting reforms approved as part of Pennsylvania’s latest state budget could have meaningful implications for development projects across Montgomery County, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Under the changes, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection will face firm deadlines when reviewing certain permits. Stormwater and groundwater permits will now receive automatic approval after 60 days…
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Tanner Rouse, Delaware County’s New DA, Outlines His Goals
Tanner Rose will be sworn in as Delaware County’s new district attorney on Jan. 5. He replaces predecessor Jack Stollsteimer, who won a county judgeship in November. The 42-year-old has worked as Stollsteimer’s assistant since 2020. He will finish out the final two years of Stollsteimer’s term, writes Vinny Vella for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In…
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