Pennsylvania
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C&N Donates $20,000 Through EITC Contributions to North Penn YMCA
C&N, a leading financial services company across Pennsylvania and New York, recently donated $20,000 to the North Penn YMCA under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC). The North Penn YMCA was established in 1955 and has a long history of providing programs and services for children, teens, seniors, families and those with special…
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First Bank: Fighting Check Fraud with Knowledge
Combatting fraudulent activities seems like a full-time job these days. Everything we can do to try and prevent being defrauded is important – even down to the type of pen we use to write checks! A type of fraud involving altering checks called “check washing” is on the rise. The scam is relatively simple: Criminals…
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A New Study Reveals Most Popular Video Games in Pennsylvania
In honor of National Video Day, which was on September 12, a new study revealed the five most popular video games in Pennsylvania, writes Jillian Pikora for the Daily Voice Lehigh County. Experts at Play Minesweeper determined ranking by analyzing the number of average monthly Google searches for different video games that used terms like…
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Taking the First Step as a New Business Owner
So, you have a product or service you want to share and you know that your business could be successful, but you’re just not sure where to begin. You’re not alone. Starting a new business can be very intimidating to someone who is not familiar with the process. With so many things to consider and…
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First Bank: Why is Self-Care Important?
With the start of a new school year, September is the perfect time to refine your self-care habits. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines self-care as “individuals, families, and communities promoting and maintaining their own health, preventing disease, and coping with illness and disability.” During this Self-Care Awareness Month, think about how you can treat…
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MONTCO Careers – Aqua Pennsylvania
Aqua, a subsidiary of Essential Utilities, Inc., knows that water is a precious resource – one that plays a critical role in sustaining life. That’s why they take seriously their mission: protecting and providing Earth’s most essential resource. Aqua is guided by a set of principles that embody the character of the company and inspire…
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Pennsylvania’s War on Spotted Lanternflies is an Uphill Battle
When spotted lanternflies first arrived in Pennsylvania in 2014, the invasive species stirred fears of the decimation of the state’s vineyards and timber production, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Those fears never fully materialized, in part due to a swift reaction of residents who went on a killing spree against the insect driven…
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Folds of Honor Building Match Fund for 9/11 Radio-thon to Benefit Military Families
Folds of Honor military families will be benefiting from the 14th Annual AM790 WAEB Radio-thon, which will be held the week of Sept. 11. Hosted by Bobby Gunther Walsh and Gene Dickinson from 7 AM – 10 AM from Sept. 6 – 11, this will be the fourth time that the Folds of Honor and…
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PA Environmental Protection Secretary Richard Negrin Tours Once-Troubled Berks County Wastewater System
Pennsylvania American Water hosted Richard Negrin, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for a tour of its Exeter Wastewater Treatment Plant in Exeter Township. Sec. Negrin was welcomed on Thursday, Aug. 17, by the company’s president and members of its operations, engineering, and water quality teams. Nearly five years ago, in October…
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C&N Welcomes Kathryn Sellers as a Mortgage Loan Originator
C&N, the leading financial services company in the region, welcomed Kathryn “Katie” Sellers Mortgage Loan Originator II based in Doylestown. Katie brings over two decades of mortgage lending experience to her new role and will work with clients on residential mortgage loans to help them buy, build or refinance their homes. “[Katie’s] background in construction…
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MONTCO Careers — Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest investor owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people. American Water employs more than 6,500 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater, and other related services in 24 states. Operations Specialist —…
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Five Percent Toll Increase Approved by Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Driving on the Pennsylvania Turnpike is about to become more expensive, as the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission recently approved a five percent toll increase for 2024, write Patrick Damp and John Shumway for CBS News. The new rates will take effect on January 7 and will apply to both E-ZPass holders and Toll By Plate. “As…
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The Washington Post: Josh Shapiro Has Mastered the Politics of Addition
At a time when politics is still so highly divisive, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is moving the state away from a politics of resentment to one of addition, writes columnist E.J. Dionne Jr. for The Washington Post. Shapiro’s recent feat of getting a collapsed part of Interstate 95 fixed within 12 days is just one…
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Opinion: Business Leaders Need to Begin Thinking of Housing, Public Transportation, as Workforce Issues
Since assuming the position of President of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry (CCCBI) in 2022, I have had the opportunity to travel throughout Chester County and meet with Chamber members, other job creators, and community leaders to hear their input on items that impact their respective sectors. Whether in the hospitality industry,…
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Malnourished Alligator Named Fluffy Found in Creek Near Montgomery County
Fluffy the alligator was in rough shape when she was found in a creek in Berks County by landscapers, CBS News reports. American alligators and American crocodiles aren’t normally found in Pennsylvania, but the pet reptile escaped its owner during the flash floods that hit the area last month. Fluffy was taken to the Berks…
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New $400 Million Training Program Will Prepare Pennsylvania Workers for Infrastructure Jobs
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order earlier this week that created a $400 million training program that will prepare up to 10,000 Pennsylvania workers for jobs created by federal infrastructure investments, writes Paul J. Gough for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Grants awarded by the Commonwealth Workforce Transformation Program are designed to provide companies, contractors,…
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The Path to Financial Freedom
Financial freedom is the ultimate goal of every individual seeking financial stability. It refers to a state of having enough wealth, assets, and resources to sustain your desired lifestyle without worrying about money. Achieving financial freedom allows you to make choices based on your interests, dreams, and values, rather than being driven solely by financial…
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Highest Grade Insecticide Effective Against Spotted Lanternflies, But Also Deadly to Many Plants
Spotted lanternflies are continuing to wreak havoc across Pennsylvania, with hundreds of thousands of invasive pests making their home in gardens and backyards across the state, writes John Hayes for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Homeowners desperate for solutions for dealing with the bug have turned to official sources for help, with little results. Kristine Masta, whose…
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