Governor Edward G. Rendell has named Robert L. Pratter to serve as acting Insurance Commissioner for the Pennsylvania Insurance Department. Pratter has served as the executive deputy general counsel for litigation with the state’s Office of General Counsel since 2008. During his extensive legal career, Pratter has specialized in regulatory, corporate and judicial proceedings...
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Colleen O’Brien of Pottstown is cast in the role of the extraordinary Abigail Adams in this year’s Philly Fringe show The Play “Ben” opening September 12th. Colleen O’Brien is a professional on-camera actress, voice over artist, and fit model typically working in the Greater Philadelphia and New York Metro areas, but she does have...
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Joseph W. Major of The Victory Bank in Limerick, Pennsylvania, has been recently elected to the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PBA) Board of Directors.  Joseph W. Major represents the Deposit Category “A” Representative on the Board. The Board of Directors, which includes PBA’s officers, will meet at least quarterly to determine the policies and administration...
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KNBT, the largest division of National Penn Bank, announced today that *Stephanie Weitzman* has joined the company as assistant vice president and manager of its Hellertown Main Street and Hellertown GIANT community offices, effective immediately. Prior to joining KNBT, Weitzman served as a personal banker at Wachovia and holds both investment and insurance licenses....
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National Penn Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq:NPBC) reported adjusted net income of $9.8 million or $0.08 per diluted common share for the second quarter of 2010 compared to adjusted net income of $4.0 million or $0.03 per diluted common share for the first quarter 2010. Adjusted net income excludes the impact of the previously announced charges...
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BCW Associates (BCW) has filled more than 250,000 SF of space at at the Tri-County Commerce Park, a 750,000 SF warehouse/distribution facility at 1000 Armand Hammer Boulevard in Pottstown. The CB Richard Ellis brokerage team of First Vice President Len Redeyoff and Vice President Paul Touhey represent BCW at the park, which has been...
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With so many Americans out of work right now, it is more important than ever that employers are playing by the rules and ensuring that the jobs they have are going to Americans who do the same. In recent discussions with members of the Building Trades community, Manan Trivedi, the Democratic candidate for PA’s...
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As an active member of AMTA and ABMP, Wendy Kauff will offer Swedish, relaxation, therapeutic, reiki, salt glow and chair massage at New Visions. In addition to services for adults, she’s a firm believer in massage for children with autism and spectrum disorders, helping them relax and focus. Wendy recently said,  “I became aware...
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Limerick Generating Station employees walked, baked, and raffled their way to raising more than $12,000 for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life recently held in Pottstown. Limerick’s maintenance department also donated their time and expertise to ensure the event had the electricity it needed to be a success. “The efforts of Limerick Generating...
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A Rhode Island home security alarm company, a Florida-based septic system company and a New York porcelain company must pay investigation costs and fines to resolve complaints from consumers who received solicitation calls while enrolled on Pennsylvania’s Do Not Call list. Attorney General Tom Corbett said that the Bureau of Consumer Protection (BCP) entered...
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Agents from the Attorney General’s Child Predator Unit have arrested a Northampton County man accused of arranging a sexual meeting in the Allentown area with what he believed was a 13-year old girl, along with an Allegheny County man charged with sending sexually explicit photos and webcam videos to 13 and 14-year old “girls”...
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“Every year, homeowners across the state spend millions of dollars on home repair and home improvement projects,” Attorney General Tom Corbett today said.  “Unfortunately, some of those consumers fall victim to businesses that are allegedly more interested in taking money than they are in providing quality service.” Corbett said consumer protection lawsuits have been...
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State Representative Bryan Lentz, the Democratic nominee for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District, held an economic town hall forum today in Wayne to discuss his plans to revive the nation’s economy and field questions from voters. The event was attended by more than 50 people, who asked questions on a range of issues,...
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The Department of Environmental Protection this week gave Cabot Oil & Gas Corp. 60 days to permanently fix the water supplies that were affected by the company’s natural gas drilling operations in Dimock, Susquehanna County. The directive is part of a modified consent order and agreement between the agency and the company that requires...
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The Department of Environmental Protection today ordered Coventry Mart of 1453 S. Hanover St., North Coventry Township, to close until further notice, citing ongoing concerns over diesel fuel contaminating local water supplies. “Problems with the underground diesel fuel tank at the facility have impacted three area businesses served by one common well,” said Southeast...
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Governor Edward G. Rendell today ordered all U.S. and Pennsylvania flags in the Capitol Complex and on commonwealth facilities in Lehigh County to be flown at half-staff in honor of Army Spc. Jesse D. Reed, of Orefield. Authorities said Spc. Reed, 26, was killed in Zabul province, Afghanistan, from wounds sustained when insurgents attacked...
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Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced the following nominations and appointments: Nominations (require Senate confirmation) Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency Mark Schwartz, Huntingdon Valley – reappointment Appointments Mine Families First Response and Communications Advisory Council The Hon. Richard L. Fink, Templeton (alternate) John L. Kline, Nicktown Small Business Council James F. McManaman, Philadelphia Pedalcycle and...
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Representative Bryan Lentz, the Democratic nominee for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District, announced today that he would be hosting a town hall forum on economic issues this Saturday in Wayne where he would be listening to voters’ concerns and sharing his plans to help jump start the economy. The forum will be held...
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