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Rates of West Nile Virus increasing throughout Philadelphia region
Officials say West Nile Virus has been detected in mosquitoes in nearly every Pennsylvania county. The rates of West Nile Virus are increasing throughout the Philadelphia region. This is placing people at significant risk for the mosquito-borne...

Retired dermatologist from Parkland dies in fall on North Carolina hiking trail
A longtime South Florida dermatologist died recently after falling while on a hiking trail in North Carolina, police said. Dr. Barry Dubner, of Parkland, was found by first responders about 9 a.m. July 30 after he fell down a steep embankment on...

Sherry Harry
Sherry Harry Director of Client Services Brubaker, a leading 100% employee-owned company serving residential and commercial clients across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, remodeling, and appliance retail and service, proudly announces the appointment...

‘Hospitality is stronger when we work together’: Nonprofit merges with Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association
Thanks to a new partnership, the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association has expanded to include bed and breakfast facilities. The Pennsylvania Association of Bed & Breakfast Inns has merged with the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging...

How to Use Appointment Selling to Drive Engagement
WHEN LAUREN PRIORI started her business, L. Priori Jewelry, nine years ago, she was not only the sole proprietor, but also the only salesperson. She launched her custom engagement ring operation as an appointment-only business model because that’s...

PA Turnpike bridge project in Beaver County near halfway point
NORTH SEWICKLEY TWP. ― The total reconstruction and replacement of the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Beaver River Bridge recently garnered international attention at last month's International Bridge Conference in Pittsburgh. Located near the Beaver...

Letter: Federal official is eager to aid small businesses
Since my appointment as the Mid-Atlantic regional administrator at the U.S. Small Business Administration in April, I have traveled the region and met small-business owners in all facets of industries — from a hair salon in Denton, Md., to a ship...

“Call Me”: Riley Green Dedicates “Worst Way” Performance to Lucky Fan at Pennsylvania Music Festival
While having an impressive catalog that included hits like “There Was This Girl” and “You Look Like You Love Me”, fans of Riley Green seemed more interested in his personal life. With rumors constantly surrounding the country singer and who he...

OP-ED: Abandoned mines are not tourist sites; stay out!
Dozens of people get injured or die in the U.S. every year because they don’t follow this simple advice: Stay out of abandoned and active mines and surrounding lands. Abandoned mines are not history museums or tourist sites. The properties where...

Pennsylvania Senator JOHN FETTERMAN Pays Tribute To OZZY OSBOURNE: 'He Was A Treasure'
Pennsylvania senator John Fetterman has paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, who died on Tuesday at the age of 76. During an interview on Wednesday (July 23),Fetterman told reporters about Ozzy's passing: " Oh, Goddamn. I mean, I'm a BLACK SABBATH guy…...

One of America’s ‘best small towns’ is a quick ride from NYC — bring your bathing suit: ‘Weird in the best way’
Get outta here! An audacious new list crowning a Jersey burg one of the best small towns in America suggests its downtown — all but left for dead just decades ago — currently rivals the best NYC has to offer. Chosen by the jet-setting experts at...

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Somerset County in week ending Aug. 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Somerset County selling...

Jamaica Tourist Board Honored by Team Jamaica Bickle for 70 Years of Destination Excellence
JTB’s Carey Dennis hosts Journalist Bobbi Booker at TJB Independence Awards PHILADELPHIA – The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has been recognized by Team Jamaica Bickle (TJB) for its outstanding contribution to promoting Jamaica as a top-tier travel...

York County man faces aggravated assault, DUI charges after hitting motorcyclist with car
Police stated that Durell Michael, 47, of Dover Township reportedly rear-ended a motorcyclist and fled the scene. YORK COUNTY, Pa. — According to Springettsbury Township Police, a man is facing multiple charges after he crashed into a motorcyclist...

Travel: America's mushroom capital Kennett Square's unexpected offerings
Kennett Square sits in the heart of lush Brandywine Valley. Here, mushrooms aren’t just food; they’re an identity. Shops in the quaint town are dedicated to mushrooms: the fungi are emblazoned on T-shirts and greeting cards, stamped on coffee mugs...

Village Visit
Re-enactors of the Second Pennsylvania Second Regimental Line–Continental Army make ready to advance their ranks to fire upon the British. Each soldier is dressed in a uniform that denotes the state he is from. Batsto Mansion is the backdrop in...

Data Modelist Dr. Douglas Frank Explains Why States Need to Take the Lead on Election Integrity
Whether it is the redistricting battle ongoing in Texas, the battles that California and Indiana have mounted, or the Department of Justice launching a campaign to clean up the voter rolls across the country, the next election is top of mind in...
Black-Owned Businesses Gear Up for 2026 Tourism Surge
In preparation for the expected flood of visitors during major events in 2026—including the U.S. Semiquincentennial—the Tri-State African American Chamber of Commerce is stepping up efforts to spotlight Black-owned businesses. In Pennsylvania, New...

Indian-Origin Family Of 4, Who Went Missing In US, Found Dead In Car Crash
Last Updated:August 03, 2025, 15:00 IST US officials are searching for four Indian-origin seniors, Asha, Kishore, Shailesh, and Gita Divan, missing since July 29. They were last seen at a Burger King in Pennsylvania. Indian-Origin Family Of 4...

Summer travels build family outdoor adventures
Mark Twain once wisely noted “One must travel to learn,” and while school was out for the summer, our kids still received plenty of informal education, thanks to multiple family adventures jam-packed into a few short weeks. June kicked off with a...