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Essential Utilities Donates $385,000 to United Way, Matches Employee Giving
Essential Utilities Inc. raised more than $770,000 in total contributions during the company’s 2024-2025 United Way campaign. The total donation was achieved through individual pledges made by employees from its water and gas segments, Aqua and Peoples Natural Gas, as well as a matching gift from the company’s Essential Foundation, presented to the United Way…
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Penn State Global Hosts Day of Service, Leadup to Sustainability Conference
On Oct. 12, Penn State Global hosted a multi-campus synchronous Day of Service aimed at getting students involved in sustainability work in their communities. More than 80 students from five campuses — Abington, Berks, Brandywine, Great Valley, and University Park — participated in four service experiences, including planting trees, invasive species removal, service work at…
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Fall 2024 Idea TestLab Pitch Competition Showcases Innovation at Penn State Great Valley
Penn State Brandywine’s and Penn State Berks’ LaunchBoxes, powered by Penn State, collaborated with Penn State Great Valley to hold the fall 2024 Idea TestLab Pitch Competition on Nov. 4. Six startup entrepreneurs participated in the competition, which was held at Great Valley. The Idea TestLab not only supports Penn State students but also encourages…
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Penn Community Bank Matches $10,000 in Donations to Support Local Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank recently completed a successful matched-giving campaign with Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties (HFHMDC), providing the organization with a total contribution of $18,359 to support affordable housing initiatives. The bank’s contribution includes a $10,000 match to $8,359 raised during HFHMDC’s World Habitat Day Giving Week Campaign held earlier this fall.…
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Penn Community Bank Exec Named as ‘City & State Pennsylvania’ Impact Award Winner
Bernard Tynes, Penn Community Bank’s Executive Vice President and Chief Experience and Impact Officer, has been named as a recipient of City & State Pennsylvania’s 2024 Impact Award. The Impact Awards recognize Pennsylvania’s premier changemakers who are transforming their communities and the commonwealth for the greater good. Honorees represent diverse sectors including business, nonprofit, government, and advocacy,…
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Aqua PA Installs 5th PFAS Treatment System in Montco
Aqua Pennsylvania has completed the PFAS treatment system at its Hatboro well station in Montgomery County. This is the fifth PFAS treatment facility that Aqua Pennsylvania has completed and placed into operation since 2018, all of which meet the new PFAS national drinking water standard. This new system removes PFAS from drinking water from two…
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Penn Community Bank Survey Reveals Rising Service Needs, Debuts Giving Tuesday Grants
Penn Community Bank recently released findings from its community needs assessment which surveyed dozens of nonprofit organizations across its five-county footprint. The assessment reveals significant increases in service demands, with over 70 percent of organizations reporting higher needs in 2024 and 42 percent citing “significant” increases — straining budgets and volunteers. Key findings highlight critical…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Urges Customers to Avoid Costly Clogs This Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us, and Aqua, an Essential Utilities, Inc. company, is urging customers to take simple steps to protect their plumbing systems and the local environment during the holiday season and beyond. As families gather to celebrate and share festive meals, it’s important to remember that improper disposal of fats, oils, and grease…
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Discover Holiday Enchantment in Lancaster County with Activities for the Whole Family
The holidays are upon us, and even if there’s not a snowflake in sight, Lancaster County turns into a winter wonderland for all this time of year. From caroling to hot chocolate to outdoor explorations among Christmas lights — there’s something for everyone to find joy in this holiday season. “The holiday season in Lancaster…
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VFTCB Congratulates Board Chair Rick Odorisio on November Mirror Spotlight
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) congratulates the Chairman of its Board of Directors, Rick Odorisio, on being recognized in the November Mirror Spotlight by Meyer Jabara Hotels. Rick has been honored for his exemplary leadership, which aligns with the “Three P’s” principle of the Journey Program: Purpose, People, and Performance. Odorisio’s daily…
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Pen Ryn Estate Owner Acquires Spring Mill Manor, Plans Major Renovation for Iconic Bucks County Venue
Spring Mill Manor, a cherished wedding venue nestled in the heart of Bucks County, has transitioned to new ownership. This development marks a new chapter for the esteemed venue, renowned for its timeless elegance and picturesque setting. The new proprietor, Bill Haas, who has owned and operated the prestigious Pen Ryn Estate on the Delaware…
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Aqua PA Partners with Dive Team for Critical Training
On Nov. 17, members of Bucks County’s Public Safety Dive Team used Aqua Pennsylvania’s Churchville reservoir for a training exercise where they performed a simulated search. The search simulation involved putting a mannequin at the bottom of the reservoir, with each diver spending about 15 minutes beneath the surface during the exercise. During these drills,…
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Aqua PA Encourages Customers to Apply for Monthly Discounts
Aqua Pennsylvania, an Essential Utilities company, reminds low-income households and other eligible Aqua Pennsylvania customers in need of financial assistance to apply for monthly discounts on their water and wastewater bills through its Customer Assistance Program (CAP). CAP is a year-round program administered through the Dollar Energy Fund (DEF). “Aqua is dedicated to supporting our…
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Enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes for a Chance to Win a Penn State Bowl Game Trip
Get into the holiday and football spirit by entering for a chance to win an unforgettable trip to the Penn State Bowl Game. From now until Dec. 1, you until December 1, 2024, you can enter the AARP Pennsylvania Sweepstakes — no purchase or payments required. The Bowl Game Giveaway is sponsored by AARP Pennsylvania…
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Nonprofits Invited to Join in Penn Community Bank Survey for a Chance to Receive $2,500 Contribution
As the area’s largest mutual bank, Penn Community Bank’s commitment to Greater Good Banking drives its mission of building healthier, more resilient communities. To advance this mission, the Bank is launching a community research study on corporate social responsibility in our region and invites you to share your expertise in this important initiative. By collecting…
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6 Benefits of Using a Certificate of Deposit for Savings
Are you still searching for a safe way to grow your savings? A Certificate of Deposit (CD) from a trusted financial institution could be the solution you’ve been looking for. If you’re not a seasoned saver, this term may sound over your head, but we can assure you, it’s not. It’s a popular savings tool…
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Penn State Great Valley Students’ Sports Analytics Research Poster Wins Second Place
Two graduate students in Penn State Great Valley’s data analytics program, Praneeth Sunkavalli and Jainil Kakka, won second place for their research poster at a recent symposium hosted by the Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences. For their research project, they used machine learning to analyze event data from soccer games to measure the success…
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Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire: A Holiday Celebration at Mount Hope Estate & Winery
The holiday season is in full force, and for the second year in a row, the creators of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire are revving up to again bring merriment to all with upcoming Yuletide festivities — featuring themed weekends and special events that offer a unique experience for guests of all ages. Located at Mount…
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