Governor Tom Corbett today announced that he intends to nominate Major General Wesley Craig, 64, of Oreland, Montgomery County, as Adjutant General of Pennsylvania. As such, Craig will lead the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. “Major General Craig has devoted his career to serving our nation,” Corbett said.“His record of exemplary leadership, along...
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The Montgomery County Commissioners adopted a $403.95 million budget with no tax increase for 2011. The owner of a home assessed at $168,580, the county average, will continue to pay $454.32 for the county portion of their real estate taxes next year. The tax rate for the County portion of residents’ real estate taxes...
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Eleven people were killed and 220 others were injured in the 693 crashes investigated by Pennsylvania State Police during the four-day New Year’s holiday driving period, Commissioner Frank E. Pawlowski announced today. “Although the number of fatalities jumped from six to 11 compared to last year’s holiday driving period, crashes decreased by nearly 39...
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Pennsylvania State Police motor carrier enforcement officers will be on hand at the 2011 Pennsylvania Farm Show to answer questions about recent changes to the state’s motor carrier safety regulations, Commissioner Frank E. Pawlowski announced today. Motor carrier enforcement officers will be available in the Cameron Street lobby of the Farm Show Complex and...
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POTTSTOWN, Pa – Residents in the 10-mile emergency planning zone around Limerick Generating Station may hear two siren tests on Monday, Jan. 3, as Exelon Nuclear will conduct a system-wide test of its new, state-of-the-art emergency siren system at 2:05 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 3. This siren activation will be in addition to the...
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The life sentences of Tyrone A. Werts, William Fultz and Kevin O. Smith, all of Philadelphia were commuted by Governor Rendell. The three men were recommended for commutation by 4-0 vote of the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons on Dec. 14. A fifth member was not present. None of the men was convicted of being...
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Auditor General Jack Wagner recently stated that he would conduct a special performance audit of the Pa Liquor Control Board’s wine kiosks, which malfunctioned and were shut down Tuesday night. Wagner said his audit would focus on whether the kiosks, which are located in 30 supermarkets across the commonwealth, are delivering the customer convenience...
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Pennsylvania is facing a critical shortage of skilled manufacturing workers, according to a new report released today by the Department of Labor & Industry. The report, “Critical Shortages of Precision Machining and Industrial Maintenance Occupations in Pennsylvania’s Manufacturing Sector,” provides details about the manufacturing industry’s need for a skilled and highly trained workforce. There...
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American International Group Inc., AIG, and its workers compensation insurance affiliates have agreed to pay $100 million in fines to insurance regulators in all 50 states and the District of Columbia for alleged premium under-reporting, acting Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Robert L. Pratter announced today. The fines are included under a settlement resolving a multi-state...
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With weather forecasting models offering uncertain outcomes for Christmas weekend, PennDOT is urging motorists to closely monitor forecasts and make smart decisions before deciding to travel. “Anyone with travel plans should be aware that there is the potential for a major winter storm that could have a significant impact on all or parts of...
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“Troop Greetings On Demand” Delivers Nearly 1,200 Greetings To Families Comcast recently announced the launch of “Troop Greetings On Demand,” an annual service that delivers special holiday greetings from military personnel stationed overseas to their loved ones back home to watch whenever and as often as they wish.  For the seventh consecutive year, Comcast...
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HARRISBURG, Pa.,PRNewswire-USNewswire — State investments are helping Pennsylvania small-business owners continue to lower their operating costs by conserving energy and reducing pollution, Department of Environmental Protection Secretary John Hanger said today. Hanger announced that 90 small businesses across the state will receive more than $560,000 in grants through the Small Business Advantage program to...
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The Victory Bank has recently promoted some of their staff. In recognition, we would like to congratulate these employees on their success in a local business.  The Victory Bank is a locally owned and operated commercial bank headquartered in Limerick, Pennsylvania.  The bank was founded to optimize the financial lives of businesses, professionals, and...
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Three new leases have been signed at Upland Square in Pottstown, PA. Leasing efforts at Upland Square are spearheaded by Fameco principal Adam Kohler and senior sales associate Cathy Agnew. - AC Moore has signed a lease for 21,600 square feet and is expected to open in Spring 2011. - Hibachi Grill & Supreme...
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October is an important month for Philly Pretzel Factory in Pottstown.  Not only is it national pretzel month, but it is also breast cancer awareness month and local owner Dave Hurlock is committed to twisting for a cure. During the entire month, Philly Pretzel Factory will sell pretzels shaped as ribbons to raise awareness...
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AstraZeneca to pay $520 million to settle claims of off-label drug marketing; PA to receive more than $9 million HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania will receive more than $9 million as part of a $520 million settlement with the drug company AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP resolving allegations that the drug company engaged in improper marketing for the...
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National Penn Bank’s Kathleen Nash, right, helps Cheryl Guffey of Royersford prepare her documents for shredding at the bank’s Royersford office Community Shred Day event that was held on Saturday, September 18. Participants shredded more than 8,000 pounds of documents at the event. National Penn hosts a series of Community Shred Days annually to...
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Raymour & Flanigan, the Northeast’s largest furniture retailer, opened the doors to its newest store in Collegeville, PA today. The store, located at 300-A Water Loop Drive, is the 95th location for the furniture retailer and the 18th location in the state of Pennsylvania. “We are excited to welcome the Collegeville community to our...
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