Macy’s Announces Sweeping Closures
Macy’s has announced the closure of 66 stores, including a big one here in Pennsylvania… its iconic Philadelphia location in the historic Wanamaker Building. The store, which has been a staple in that city for decades, will close in March. Several other Pennsylvania stores will also shut down, but they are not yet listed.
Read MoreNo Mail Delivery Today
A quick reminder this morning… if you are expecting an important letter or package, you won’t be getting it through the US Postal Service today. There will be no mail delivery today, as the nation mourns former President Jimmy Carter.
Read MoreLaw Aimed At Holding Illegals Responsible Passes In The House, But Democrats Try To Defeat It
THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PASSED A BILL TUESDAY THAT WOULD REQUIRE IMMIGRATION AUTHORITIES TO DETAIN ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS WHO ARE FOUND GUILTY OF DEATH. ALL BUT 48 DEMOCRATS VOTED AGAINST IT THOUGH. PENNSYLVANIA DEMOCRATIC SENATOR JOHN FETTERMAN WAS NOT ONE OF THEM…
Read MorePA Jobless Rate Mirrors US Rate With Increase
Unemployment claims in Pennsylvania rose last week, with 19,698 new filings… up from 15,081 the previous week. The increase follows a broader national trend, as U.S. claims climbed to 242,000, a rise of 17,000 from the prior week.
Read MoreDrone Sightings Increase Concerns
Multiple drone sightings are now being reported across Pennsylvania, including here in the Poconos, and concerns are growing over their origin and purpose. Lawmakers are calling for greater transparency from federal authorities, but the White House maintains there’s no security threat. The FBI and Homeland Security are investigating, though no official answers have yet been […]
Read MoreFetterman Takes Swipe At Fellow Democrats Over Border Views
PENNSYLVANIA DEMOCRAT SENATOR JOHN FETTERMAN APPEARED ON FOX NEWS SUNDAY, WHERE HE SAID HIS PARTY SHOULD RECONSIDER HOW THEY VIEW ONE KEY ISSUE CONCERNING AMERICANS….
Read More7 Arrested In Healthcare Fraud Scheme Including 1 From East Stroudsburg
Seven people have been indicted on conspiracy charges for committing health care fraud involving “foot baths.” The scheme involved billing health insurance for unnecessary prescription drug combinations marketed as foot soak treatments. The suspects, including 43 year old Melissa Driscoll of East Stroudsburg, are accused of using pharmacies here in Pennsylvania to process fraudulent orders. […]
Read MoreKohberger Attorneys Now Challenging PA Arrest
Defense attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, accused of killing four Idaho students, are now challenging his arrest here in Pennsylvania. They claim law enforcement violated his rights during his December 2022 arrest in Monroe County, citing unlawful entry and failure to provide him promptly with his Miranda Rights. Despite the claims, local officials maintain that the […]
Read MoreDeath Penalty Argued In Kohberger Case
Bryan Kohberger, the Poconos man accused of killing four college students in 2022, appeared in court Thursday. His defense team argued against the death penalty, citing concerns over Idaho’s methods. Prosecutors countered, stating that the method of execution shouldn’t affect the sentence itself.
Read MoreElection Day Schedule Adjustments
Most banks and the U.S. Postal Service will operate as usual today… Election Day… as it’s not a federal holiday. However, some companies are offering adjustments for employee voting access. Bath & Body Works plans a delayed opening at noon to allow workers to vote, and some retailers, such as Best Buy, are providing paid […]
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