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Aquatic Predator Alert: Surge in Large Size Invasive Fish Alarms Officials at the Delaware River Basin, Upper Black Eddy
Several species of invasive fish are growing in numbers in the lower Delaware River basin, some spotted in Upper Black Eddy, writes Kerry Bates for Delaware Currents. Officials are warning that freshwater drums, blue catfish, and northern snakeheads could eat other fish, and can grow to large sizes, increasing their consumption of other aquatic…
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Manor College Men’s Soccer Team Wins ESAC Championship, Dempster Earns 100th Victory as Head Coach
The Manor College men’s soccer team defeated Central Penn College 4-3 to claim the institution’s first Eastern States Athletic Conference (ESAC) Championship. “What a ride this season has been, and to cap it off by winning the ESAC was amazing,” Manor College Head Coach John Dempster said. “I always believed in this team, they just…
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Villanova University and Cabrini University Reach Final Agreement
Villanova University and Cabrini University, along with the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus—who founded Cabrini University—have reached a final agreement for Villanova to assume ownership of the Cabrini campus after the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year. The final agreement, which states that Villanova will also maintain the Cabrini name for the…
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Penn State Abington to Host Open House for Students of Color
Penn State Abington will host an open house for students of color on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 8:45 AM to 1:30 PM. The school celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive community that values every individual. The open house will provide attendees with firsthand experience of the environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and personally. Prospective students and their guests…
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Halloween Cat Safety 101: Expert Advice from a University of Pennsylvania-Educated Veterinarian
A University of Pennsylvania-educated veterinarian has advice on how to keep your pet cat safe this Halloween, on ModernCat. Dressing your feline in a costume might be cute for Instagram but most fur-babies find them irritating, writes Dr. Liz Bales. These sneaky creatures might try to slink and slide out of a costume but…
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Manor College Receives Transformative Title III Grant
In a transformative moment for the institution, Manor College received more than $1.4 million from the U.S. Department of Education. The funds come from the U.S. Department of Education Strengthening Institutions grant under Title III. It is the first time Manor College has received Title III funding. “Title III is a very competitive grant,” Dr.…
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Unlocking the Charm: Navigating the Lancaster County Bed and Breakfast Scene
In the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, there was an explosion of Lancaster County Bed and Breakfasts. Amid this uptick, a group of innkeepers decided to join forces in advertising and tourism reach, as well as skill sharing, recipe exchange, and help with repairs. This group is known today as the Lancaster County Bed &…
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These Two Bucks County Towns Are Among the Most Unique in Pennsylvania
Two Bucks County towns earned the top spots for the most unique small towns in The Keystone State, writes Luana Ferreira for The Traveler. The towns were ranked based on their potential for a weekend getaway based on tourist attractions, local cuisine, green spaces, hiking trails, retail outlets, historical sites, and cultural hubs. …
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Levittown-Born TikTok Star Sean Connolly Makes Song Parodies to Teach and Support Phillies
Sean Connolly, a Levittown-raised TikTok famous teacher in Bethlehem, is popular for his educational remixes of popular throwback songs, writes Beatrice Froman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. His spin on “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift helps students count by eights. Usually, the covers help students with math and arithmetic, but for Red October, Connolly…
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Penn State Abington Workshops Help Teachers Support Children with Trauma
Nationwide, teachers often find learning waylaid by the impact of trauma, and Penn State Abington workshops are giving teachers the resources to support their students. Teachers’ accounts are supported by federal government research, which found that more than two-thirds of children and teens experience at least one traumatic event by age 16. These staggering statistics…
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Harcum College Honors Trustee and Alumni at Circle of Excellence Dinner
Harcum College celebrated the achievements of three esteemed individuals during the Circle of Excellence Dinner held on October 6. Over 100 guests attended the event hosted by President Jon Jay DeTemple and First Lady Margi DeTemple. The awards presented during the evening were the Circle of Excellence Distinguished Honoree award, Outstanding Alumna, and Outstanding Young…
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Big Ten Leadership Program Selects Penn State Abington Professor for Fellowship
The Big Ten Leadership Program selected Friederike Baer, associate professor of history and the division head for Arts and Humanities at Penn State Abington, as a fellow for the 2023-24 year. She was nominated for the fellowship based on her demonstrated exceptional abilities and administrative promise. ALP is an intensive, yearlong professional development experience that addresses the challenges of academic administration at major…
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Harcum College Welcomes Regine Winifred as New Director of Campus Activities
Regine Winifred, Harcum College’s newly appointed Director of Campus Activities, stepped into her role on July 20, 2023. Regine completed her Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Digital Arts with a minor in Communications from American International College in 2021 and recently obtained her Master’s in Higher Education Student Affairs Administration from Rosemont College in…
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Here’s How Pennsylvania Small Businesses Have a Better Chance at Government Contracts
Since September, Pennsylvania small businesses have been granted the chance to compete for state government contracts, according to a staff report from TribLIVE. The executive order, signed by Josh Shapiro, increases the amount of money Pennsylvania spends on contracts with small diverse businesses. It builds on similar efforts by former Gov. Tom Wolf which more…
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Fulbright Aids Penn State Abington Professor’s Work on Gender in Financial Market Reactions
Zhanel DeVides, assistant professor of accounting at Penn State Abington, won a highly competitive Fulbright-University of Vaasa Scholar Award to conduct research on an international scale this fall. Her project at the Finnish university explores how the gender of corporate managers influences market expectations for future earnings. DeVides is collecting data on executives who provide information to investors and analysts and…
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Paw-lease Pass the Steak: Urban Farmer Introduces Pup-Friendly Menu in Center City
Center City’s Urban Farmer is giving dog owners the chance to say “bone appetit” and take their furry friends to lunch with them, according to NBC 10 Philadelphia. The steakhouse, known for its fresh ingredients, gives both humans and their pups a true farm-to-table…or farm-to-dog bowl experience. “I love to soak up any dog…
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Delaware County Woman Goes Viral for Confronting Attacker, Gets Outpouring of Support
After Delaware County woman Nikki Bullock demonstrated an immense act of bravery in a now-viral video, she and her girlfriend received an outpouring of support from the community and even strangers online, writes Jenice Armstrong for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In a terrifying encounter near Philadelphia’s City Hall, Bullock was making an Uber Eats delivery…
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Four Unmistakable Signs You’re From Delaware County
What makes someone embody the Delco spirit? Ryan Dickinson on the Shore News Network knows the telltale signs you’re from Delaware County. Wawa is a staple across the Philly burbs, but if you have a favorite, writes Dickinson, Delaware County might be in your blood. Much like hoagies from the acclaimed convenience store, Philadelphia…
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