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Aqua Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Celebrate 20 Years of Tree Plantings
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) and Aqua Pennsylvania celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Trees for Watersheds grant program with a commemorative planting event at the Riverbend Environmental Education Center in Montgomery County. Launched in 2005 and formerly known as TreeVitalize Watersheds, the Trees for Watersheds program has received nearly $2 million in grants from…
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American Water and Essential Utilities to Combine as a Leading Regulated U.S. Water and Wastewater Utility
American Water Works Company, Inc. and Essential Utilities, Inc.’s Boards of Directors have unanimously approved a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock, tax-free merger, creating a premier, regulated U.S. water and wastewater utility with a pro forma market capitalization of approximately $40 billion and an enterprise value of approximately $63 billion, based on closing…
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Aqua Pennsylvania’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program and Its Impact on Community Health
Every October, Lead Poisoning Prevention Week serves as a national reminder that protecting our drinking water systems isn’t just about improving infrastructure you can’t physically see — it’s about public health. Safe, reliable water service is essential for every family, and replacing lead and galvanized steel service lines is one of the most direct ways…
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The Kim Rock Group, Penn Community Bank Partner for Annual Halloween Candy Drive
Penn Community Bank is helping to make a sweet difference this season through its partnership with The Kim Rock Group of Keller Williams Langhorne for the Annual Halloween Candy Drive. From Nov. 1-5, community members are invited to drop off their leftover or unopened Halloween candy at participating Penn Community Bank branches to support both…
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Aqua PA Awarded $35M in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Treatment at Delaware County Water Plant
Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). The funding, totaling $35 million, will fund construction of a new PFAS treatment system at Aqua’s Ridley Water Treatment Plant which will meet federal regulatory requirements for drinking water. Aqua Pennsylvania is already in…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Makes Generous Donation to Beaver Falls Fire Department, Library
Aqua Pennsylvania recently revelaed its donation of a combined $1.25 million to the Beaver Falls Fire Department and the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls. The donation is made possible through the company’s Essential Foundation. Aqua Pennsylvania provides wastewater service to approximately 3,200 customers in the City of Beaver Falls. The wastewater system also provides…
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Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Honors Service and History with Trains & Troops Weekend and 1940s Swing Dance
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will once again celebrate American history, service, and song during its 25th annual Trains & Troops weekend, set for Saturday, Nov. 1, and Sunday, Nov. 2. The event will take place at the Museum (300 Gap Road, PA Route 741, Strasburg, Lancaster County). This year’s milestone event honors U.S. military…
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Pennsylvania American Water Launches $6 Million Main Replacement Project to Improve Service in Norristown, East Norriton
Pennsylvania American Water has launched a nearly $6 million water main replacement project that will help improve system reliability for Norristown and East Norriton customers. “We’re replacing century-old pipes that were never designed for today’s needs,” said Alfonso Rossi, Senior Project Engineer for Pennsylvania American Water. “The new main will allow us to keep more…
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Source Water Protection Week: Your Community’s Water Future Starts at the Source
When you turn on your kitchen faucet, you expect safe water, but you might not think about the distant watershed that supplies it, the agricultural runoff that can pollute it, or the broader environmental factors that can affect its quality. As your water and wastewater provider, we think about these challenges every day, around the…
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Aqua Pennsylvania’s Long-Term Infrastructure Investment Strategy Strengthens Systems Reliability for Fall and Winter
Autumn has arrived, and as communities observe National Preparedness Month, Aqua Pennsylvania employees remain hard at work on essential projects to deliver safe and reliable service throughout the fall and winter. These efforts are part of Aqua’s long-term strategy to enhance the resilience of essential infrastructure across 33 counties in Pennsylvania, strengthen systems against severe…
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Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord Returns with Fresh Flavors and Amish Country Charm
After more than a year of rebuilding and resilience, the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord has reopened its doors, welcoming back locals and visitors eager for a taste of Lancaster County’s traditions. “We are open, but not everything is back just yet,” said Terry Moser, Director of Sales and Marketing at Bird-in-Hand. “The menu dining…
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Metropolitan Veterinary Associates Partners with Harcum College to Strengthen Veterinary Career Pathways
Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), the region’s leading specialty and emergency veterinary hospital, has formed new partnership with Harcum College’s Animal Center Management program. Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is the Philadelphia region’s trusted leader in specialty, emergency, and urgent veterinary care. With a team of board-certified specialists and highly trained staff, MVA delivers advanced medical care…
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Protecting Pennsylvania’s Water: Why Infrastructure Investment Can’t Wait
Pennsylvania sits at a crossroads. Our state’s water and wastewater systems — the invisible network of pipes, treatment plants, and monitoring stations that deliver clean water to millions — are facing unprecedented challenges from aging infrastructure and contaminants. As someone who has spent years working to ensure safe drinking water reaches every tap, I can…
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Harcum College Dental Clinic Earns Top Recognition for Community Impact
The Dental Clinic at Harcum College has been independently recognized for its exceptional contributions to expanding access to healthcare. According to Impact Genome, a national evaluator of program effectiveness, the clinic achieved a 100 percent effectiveness rate — the highest possible score. The clinic’s impact is stronger than 99 percent of similar programs nationwide in…
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Pennsylvania American Water Secures PFAS Compliance in Audubon Just Weeks After Acquisition
Pennsylvania American Water‘s recently acquired Audubon system in Lower Providence Township now meets all current state standards for PFOS and PFOA (PFAS) and other water quality benchmarks. “Our company’s top priority is to deliver clean, safe and reliable water to our customers,” said Justin Brame, Senior Manager of Operations for Pennsylvania American Water. “We’re proud to report…
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Explore Living History at Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home
Nestled along a quiet stretch of Mill Creek in Lancaster County, Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home offers visitors something rare: A living, working glimpse into the past. Owned by the Ressler family since 1865, the mill is one of the few in the U.S. that still operates for the public on a near-daily…
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5 Perks of Business Credit Cards
The right credit card can be a powerful tool for supporting your small business. When you need to purchase fuel, inventory, equipment, supplies, or other timely essentials, a dedicated business credit card can help you effectively manage these expenses while delivering a number of valuable benefits. In this article, we’ll cover five key advantages of…
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Valley Forge Tourism Kicks off 11th Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive with Pottstown Kitchen Takeover
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 11th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive kicked off with a kitchen takeover at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Pottstown. VFTCB staff and Montgomery County Commissioners Jamila Winder and Tom DiBello served more than 60 people a meal, including food donated by HUNGRY Catering, and ice cream donated…
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