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Federal judge blocks offshore drilling in the Gulf of Mexico while gasoline prices rise in Pennsylvania

As surging gas prices are causing Pennsylvania consumers to pay more at the pump, a federal judge recently issued a decision to block offshore drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 18, 2022

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Juneteenth Is an Official City Holiday

City offices and facilities will be closed to the public on Friday, June 19 to observe Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2020

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: What the Green Phase Means for Philadelphia

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2020

Philadelphia is on track to enter the green phase of reopening in early July. Our strategy is working: Daily case counts are falling, residents are wearing masks, and the number of patients hospitalized with the infection is steadily dropping.

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EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY: State System Advances a Framework for Campus Operations in the Fall

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2020

The Board of Governors for Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education approved a framework Wednesday to guide operations of the system’s 14 universities for the upcoming Fall semester, marking a significant milestone since the coronavirus pandemic began.

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DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONAL RECREATION AREA: River Runner and Hiker Shuttles Suspended for 2020 Season at Delaware Water Gap NRA

By Press release submission | Jun 10, 2020

BUSHKILL and SWIFTWATER, PA – Monroe County Transit Authority (a.k.a. Pocono Pony), in consultation with its National Park Service partners, has decided to indefinitely postpone the Transit in the Park bus system in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area for 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Actions for change: No budget increase, new use-of-force policies, changes to union contract, and more

By Press release submission | Jun 10, 2020

It has been more than 10 days since protests started in Philadelphia following the murder of George Floyd at the hands of police in Minneapolis.

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Election Day Guide: June 2, 2020

By Press release submission | Jun 3, 2020

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, visiting the polls will look a little bit different this year. Here’s what to expect when planning for Election Day.

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: What the Yellow Phase Means for Philadelphia

By Press release submission | Jun 3, 2020

Philadelphians have successfully flattened the curve, and the city will enter a modified version of the state’s yellow phase on June 5.

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: #Maskupphl: Why, When, and How to Use a Mask

By Press release submission | May 13, 2020

In addition to staying at home, practicing social distancing, and washing your hands thoroughly, wearing a mask in public is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others around you from COVID-19.

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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: Resources and Tips for Digital Learning While Philly Schools Are Closed

By Press release submission | Apr 29, 2020

With all Pennsylvania schools closed for the remainder of the school year, Philadelphia schools are transitioning to digital learning.

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DELAWARE WATER GAP: Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Temporarily Suspends Amenity Fees

By Press release submission | Apr 22, 2020

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area announced the temporary suspension of amenity fees in accordance with direction from Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt issued on March 18.

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MARS AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT: REMINDER — Elementary Five-Day Rotation Schedule

By Press release submission | Apr 12, 2020

Parents/guardians are reminded that with Spring Break (April 10-13), the Five-Day Rotation Schedule at Mars Area School District’s elementary schools (K-6) will continue with Day Two when online instruction resumes on Tuesday, April 14.

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MOUNT POCONO BOROUGH: Governor Wolf: Request for Major Disaster Declaration

By Press release submission | Apr 10, 2020

Governor Wolf: Request for Major Disaster Declaration Approved Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today announced the approval of part of his request to the President for a major disaster declaration to support state, county and local response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Pennsylvania.

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MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP: PennDOT Reopens Five Additional Rest Areas

By Press release submission | Apr 8, 2020

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reopening indoor facilities at five additional rest areas statewide.