BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Bryn Mawr College issued the following news: The below message was sent to the Bryn Mawr Community on June 21, 2024. Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, I write to provide some closure to the Academic Year by sharing some additional thoughts and ideas that have emerged as I have continued in dialogue with campus community members --- students, parents, faculty, staff, alumnae/i and Trustees ---surrounding the College's response to the continuing loss of life,  more

DEVON, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding issued the following news on June 21, 2024: Today, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Senator Carolyn Comitta met at Jenkins Arboretum and Gardens in Chester County to discuss and see how Senate Bill 1193 (https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/billinfo.cfm?syear=2023&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1198), the Plant and Pollinator Protection Act, will benefit food production, plant nurseries, and beekeeper  more

BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- BrightView, a provider of landscape services, issued the following news: BrightView Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: BV), the leading commercial landscaping services company in the United States, announced today that the Company's Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $8.91 million on its Series A Preferred Stock. The dividend represents payment for the period from March 31, 2024 to June 30, 2024, and will be paid on July 1, 2024 to holders of record as of   more

JERSEY SHORE, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources issued the following news on June 21, 2024: Today, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn visited Tiadaghton State Forest to celebrate the completion of the Whitetail Recreation Area parking project in the Pennsylvania Wilds. Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed 2024-2025 budget includes $8.5 million for additional investment in parks and forests that will m  more

SHIPPEN TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources issued the following news: Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn visited Leonard Harrison State Park in the Pennsylvania Wilds to dedicate new facilities to welcome visitors coming to experience the spectacular views of the Pine Creek Gorge, known as Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon. Governor Shapiro just launched Pennsylvania's new state tourism brand -  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Dechert, a law firm, issued the following news: Dechert advised Ares Management Corporation funds ("Ares") on a pound sterling500 million preferred equity investment from a consortium led by Searchlight Capital Partners, L.P. ("Searchlight") and Ares for environmental consultancy RSK Group Limited ("RSK"). Dechert also advised Ares on the commitment of an incremental pound sterling300 million debt facility to RSK, bringing the total debt facilities provide  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- Fox Rothschild, a law firm, issued the following news release: A team of Fox Rothschild attorneys led by Miami-based partner Thomas F. Oppenheimer closed a $100 million refinancing of "Crest at Pinecrest," a signature high rise apartment building in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, on behalf of its owner and firm client Alta Developers, LLC with a financial institution. Alta Developers completed the 18-story project located at 9600 South Dixie Highway in  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- Fox Rothschild, a law firm, issued the following news release: Fox Rothschild congratulates Darrell D. Miller on his selection to the Los Angeles Times' Entertainment Business Visionaries list. This inaugural feature "shines the spotlight on these uniquely talented visionaries...whose expertise fuels the engines that drive the industry forward." Miller, Founding Chair of the firm's nationwide Entertainment & Sports Law Department and Managing Partner of   more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development issued the following news on June 20, 2024: In a bipartisan effort, Senator Nick Miller, Senator Chris Gebhard, Representative Kyle Donahue, and Representative Aaron D. Kaufer introduced legislation earlier this week to create the Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites (PA SITES) program and authorize up to $500 million in new funding to invest in site development, preparation, an  more

BOILING SPRINGS, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on June 20, 2024: Today, Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding toured Dickinson College Farm to highlight the Governor's energy plan and his budget proposal that would support innovative agriculture advancements happening across the Commonwealth in Pennsylvania's $132 billion agriculture industry that supports over 600,000 jobs. Pennsylvania's agriculture   more

HUNTINGDON, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- Juniata College issued the following news: As Juniata College alumni returned to their alma mater to celebrate an event-filled 2024 Alumni Weekend, four distinguished alumni were recognized for their achievements and contributions with awards on June 8. Robert Nairn '89 of Norman, Okla., earned the College's Alumni Achievement Award. Anne Wakabayashi '11, from Bethlehem, Pa., was awarded Juniata's Young Alumni Achievement Award. Jennifer Dorsch-Messler '02,  more

MEDIA, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency issued the following news on June 20, 2024: Today, Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer, legislators, local elected officials, law enforcement officials, and community groups highlighted how the Shapiro-Davis Administration's gun violence-related 2024-25 proposed budget investments are critical to addressing gun violence holistically. The Governor's budget would   more

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: The Advanced Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program facilitated by Pennsylvania College of Technology continues to experience increased enrollment and engagement. Its most recent cohort featured 124 high school juniors and seniors from 21 public and private schools across the commonwealth. The longest-running registered pre-apprenticeship program in Pennsylvania, AMP enrollment numbers ha  more

AMBRIDGE, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release: State Rep. Rob Matzie is encouraging local municipalities, nonprofit groups, libraries and other community organizations statewide to apply to the newly opened Digital Connectivity Technology Program. Matzie - who is chairman of the PA House Consumer Protection, Technology and Utilities Committee and a board member of the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority - said the PBDA will be pu  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news: More than 6,000 people have visited the new Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State building since it opened its doors to the public on June 1. The 73,000-square-foot museum in the Arboretum at Penn State uses LEED certified technology to bring light into the galleries and provide views of the stunning landscapes at the largest university art museum in the Keystone state. Admission is always free. The  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Democratic Party issued the following news: Connecticut hedge fund executive and mega-millionaire David McCormick's job killing record is back in the spotlight after a new report from Keystone Newsroom caught him making multi-million dollar bets against American steel companies. Keystone Newsroom: Dave McCormick's hedge fund made bets against American steel companies * ...tax documents filed with the US Department of Labor shows that Bridg  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 22 (TNSres) -- The Pennsylvania Senate Democrats issued the following news release: Senator Vincent Hughes brought together anti-violence community groups, gun violence advocates, and lawmakers to highlight the impactful work of community violence intervention and the need for more state funds to support their efforts. The press conference and rally was held following the release of data that showed a 16% decline in Philadelphia gun violence in 2024, compared t  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Democrats issued the following news release on June 20, 2024: Senator Lindsey M. Williams encourages Allegheny County seniors aged 60+ to apply for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program beginning June 25, 2024. Income-eligible seniors will receive a set of five $10 vouchers that can be used to buy Pennsylvania-grown fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets throughout the summer and fall months. "One of the hardest things  more

MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, issued the following news release: Pennsylvania American Water filed an application today with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) seeking approval to acquire the East Dunkard Water Authority (EDWA) water system. Pennsylvania American Water signed an asset purchase agreement with EDWA to purchase its water system assets for $5 million in July 2023. "Our application with the PUC is   more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release: The governor signed Sen. Devlin Robinson's (R-37) legislation into law last week to enhance Pennsylvania's manufacturing industry. Act 24 of 2024 - previously Senate Bill 497 - will establish the Max Manufacturing Initiative Act, offering grants and loans to eligible applicants in advanced manufacturing. This field uses innovative technologies to develop and improve products across vario  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 21 -- Fox Rothschild, a law firm, issued the following news release: Fox Rothschild congratulates Sahara Pynes, who was recognized in the 2024 list of Top Women Lawyers in California by the Daily Journal. Pynes is highlighted for her passion for "supporting other women" and her creativity in finding platforms to reach them. She organizes women-focused networking and panel discussions in Fox's Los Angeles office and is leading a "Female Founders" series of event  more

AMBLER, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news on June 21, 2024: Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid N. Mumin today joined kids and their families at the Ambler branch of the Wissahickon Valley Public Library for a Juneteenth story time. "Libraries are vital hubs for Pennsylvanians, providing the space and resources for learners of all ages - for free. Especially during the summer months when school is not in session, libraries pr  more

CONNELLSVILLE, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development issued the following news on June 21, 2024: Today, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger joined local leaders for a tour of small businesses in Connellsville, Fayette County, to highlight Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed investments in Pennsylvania's main streets, downtown business districts, small businesses, and local communities. To strengthen comm  more

MECHANICSBURG, Pennsylvania, June 22 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections issued the following news release: Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (PADOC) Secretary Dr. Laurel R. Harry and the Shapiro Administration congratulate Michelle Lipko, corrections school principal at SCI Waymart, for earning a 2024 Governor's Award for Excellence. She was one of 56 state employees from 12 agencies recognized at a ceremony in Harrisburg on June 17. Principal Lipko was honored for her efforts  more