Guv Tom Wolf authorized Us senate Costs 478, Us senate Costs 479, Us senate Costs 1020, Home Costs 221, Home Costs 245 and also Home Costs 2058. He banned Home Costs 1184.
Home Costs 245 minimizes the professional residency demand from 3 years to 2 for candidates that have actually finished from worldwide clinical colleges and also increases the activities a momentary licensee is permitted to do.
Us Senate Costs 478 accredits political communities and also authorities to participate in agreements for solutions when 2 successive promotions for quotes stop working to create any type of prospective buyers.
Us Senate Costs 479 needs planners and also receivers that are selected to aid monetarily troubled districts to follow values laws and also clears up qualification of previous selected planners and also receivers.
Us Senate Costs 1020 accredits the transportation of 4.191 acres of uninhabited land which is presently a part of Swatara State Park in Union Area, Lebanon Region, to Kyle and also Tamara Boltz. As factor to consider for the transportation, the Boltzes will certainly communicate 11.908 acres of uninhabited land to the Republic to be included in the Swatara State Park. Additionally, the costs accredits the transportation of 8.7190 acres of uninhabited land in Whitemarsh and also Springfield areas, Montgomery Region, to Erdenheim Ranch. As factor to consider for the transportation, Erdenheim Ranch will certainly communicate a system of land consisting of 10.568 acres of uninhabited land to the Republic to be included in the Marsh Creek State Park.
Home Costs 221 eliminates language that restricts city governments from keeping open room unless it was gotten under the January 19, 1968, act qualified “An act accrediting the Republic of Pennsylvania and also the city government systems thereof of maintain, obtain or hold land for open room usages.”
Home Costs 2058 straightens the declaring target date for a last neighborhood made earnings tax obligation or web earnings income tax return, presently April 15 of yearly, with the target date to submit a last state individual tax return.
Gov. Wolf banned Home Costs 1184, which would certainly have licensed the development of brand-new districts from any type of location of a community by request to the court of usual appeals.
Read Gov. Wolf’s Home Costs 1184 veto message:
According To Post IV, Area 15 of the Pennsylvania Constitution, I am returning herewith, without my authorization, Home Costs 1184, Printer’s Number 2928.
This regulations accredits the development of brand-new districts from any type of location of a community by request to the court of usual appeals. Pennsylvania currently rates 3rd in the country for the biggest variety of city government systems. Licensing the development of brand-new districts as recommended in this costs, which is opposed by the Pennsylvania Municipal Organization, will certainly cause more fragmentation of city governments. Eventually, extra city governments will certainly lead to boosted expenses for taxpayers for the brand-new district in addition to the previous community. It is unfavorable that this questionable stipulation was changed right into the regulations when the initial costs was planned to improve facets of the District Code.
For the factors state above, I have to keep my trademark from Home Costs 1184, Printer’s Number 2928.
Generations of travelers, especially from cities along the eastern seaboard, have vacationed in the Pocono Mountains region of northeastern Pennsylvania. The kitschy honeymoon motels with heart-shaped bathtubs have largely been replaced with big resorts (several with indoor water parks), but the natural grandeur of the Poconos remains. There are also still dozens of small towns tucked away in the Poconos, full of history and charm and just waiting to be explored. Check out our list of eight must-see small towns for 2024.
Coal mining in the Poconos goes back centuries, and Lehighton was long an important coal-shipping town along the Lehigh River and the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Nearly all of the coal mines have long since closed, so Lehighton now thrives on tourists seeking to explore the beautiful outdoors that surround the town. Nearby natural highlights include Lehigh Gorge State Park and the D&L National Heritage Trail. Lehighton also hosts lots of fun community events, such as the Great Pocono Pumpkin Festival in October, held at the “World’s Largest General Store,” Country Junction.
Once called Mauch Chunk, the town of Jim Thorpe is named for one of the greatest American athletes of the twentieth century, who is also buried in town. Most of the buildings downtown long predate the 1954 name change and represent an impressive array of architectural styles, making Jim Thorpe perfect for a walking tour. After checking out the Asa Packer Mansion Museum, book a trip on the 16-mile-long Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway for some lovely natural sightseeing. Jim Thorpe also keeps a busy community social calendar, with highlights including the Independent Film Festival (April), Fall Foliage Festival (October), and Olde Time Christmas Weekends (December).
Stroudsburg (population 6,000) is the largest town in the Poconos, and as a result, it bustles with festivals and community events all year long. To name just a few examples, Stroudsburg hosts the Quiet Valley Farm Animal Frolic in May, the Pride Festival and Juneteenth in June, the Pocono State Craft Festival in August, and StroudFest in September. Even if there is not a festival going on in town, Stroudsburg is a great place to explore, with longtime shops such as Dunkelberger’s and historic highlights like the 1795 Stroud Mansion and 1890 Monroe County Courthouse. The fantastic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is also just a short drive away.
The little community of Bushkill is home to one of the region’s most famous natural features: Bushkill Falls, a series of eight waterfalls known as the “Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania.” Visiting the falls requires some hiking, but the stunning beauty of the natural scenery is more than worth the effort. Bushkill is also home to Poconos Park, a 10,000-seat amphitheater that hosts some of the region’s biggest events. The 2024 calendar includes TacoFest (May), Motorcycle-themed (May), and 1980s-themed (July) music festivals, an Independence Day carnival (July), a haunted house (October), and drive-through holiday lights (December).
The town of Delaware Water Gap is named for the towering and narrow mountain pass cut through by the Delaware River. The community sits on the valley floor, and the Appalachian Trail leads up Mt. Minsi for an elevated view of the area. Outdoors enthusiasts can enjoy mountain biking on the McDade Recreational Trail, whitewater rafting along the river, and migratory bird watching (and much more) at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The town is also a live music hotbed and hosts the annual COTA Jazz and Arts Festival in September.
Honesdale is called the “Birthplace of American Railroading” and maintains a replica of the nation’s first commercial steam locomotive, the 1829 Stourbridge Lion, at the Wayne County Historical Museum. The Stourbridge Rail Line used to haul coal but now serves as a 25-mile-long scenic railway that is particularly beautiful in autumn. Honesdale’s residents also showcase their lovely little town with fun events all year long, including the Roots and Rhythm Music and Arts Festival in June, Wayne County Fair in August, Harvest and Heritage Days in October, and Winter Wonderland at the end of November.
Tannersville is one of the oldest communities in the region, with a history stretching back more than 250 years, but it is much better known today for its modern tourist amenities. Tannersville is home to a Poconos mega-resort, Camelback Resort, which offers luxury accommodations and year-round activities ranging from skiing to zip-lining, along with a giant indoor water park and events like UllrFest in November. Shoppers also flock to the Poconos Premium Outlets in Tannersville, home to more than 100 outlet shops. For a nature getaway, hike to the summit in Great Pocono State Park to soak in fantastic panoramic views.
Like Tannerville and Camelback Resort, the little community of Tobyhanna is home to a mega-resort (Kalahari Resort) that brings in vacationers and convention-goers from near and far. Kalahari’s African flora and fauna theme may not relate much to the Poconos, but the resort has excellent amenities, including a 220,000-square-foot indoor water park. For a more authentic Poconos experience, head to nearby Tobyhanna State Park for boating, hiking, and more. Or, zip over to Pocono Raceway, a famous auto racing track that hosts a NASCAR event each July and other races throughout the season.
The Poconos region of Carbon, Pike, Monroe, and Wayne counties has transformed itself into a true four-season destination. The region’s small towns play their part by hosting fun community events throughout the year, and also simply by being lovely little places to visit. Whether you prefer historic architecture, scenic railways, mountain trails, live jazz, or indoor water parks, you cannot go wrong exploring the small towns of the Poconos. So, make your 2024 travel plans today!
POTTSTOWN, Pa. — People gathered to celebrate Arts in the Park in Pottstown.
The event was at Riverfront Park on Saturday and was an opportunity to showcase the wealth and diversity of culture in the community.
There was live music and dance, workshops, and craft and food vendors.
The event was sponsored by the Pottstown Community Arts, the High Street Music Company and the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department.
This is the hilarious moment an emcee mispronounced a series of common names at a Pennsylvania graduation ceremony.
The unfortunate incident occurred at a graduation ceremony for nursing students at Thomas Jefferson University on Thursday.
Footage of the event posted to social media shows the presenter mispronounced the name ‘Molly Elizabeth Camp’ as ‘Mollina -zabeth- cap’.
In the next moment the presenter trips over another student name, ‘Thomas’, which she inexplicably pronounces ‘Tha-mo-may.’
Some students, dressed up in their cap and gowns for their big moment, appeared to find the mistakes frustrating and one tried to correct the presenter.
An emcee hilariously mispronounced common names during a Pennsylvania graduation
Others offered a wry smile but made their way across the graduation stage to receive their degree.
The unidentified presenter later apologized for the haphazard mistakes, explaining that it was due to the way the phonetic spellings were presented on the prompt cards.
The university also offered their ‘sincerest apologies for the mispronunciations of the names of several of our graduating nursing students.’
‘This ceremony is a celebration of the significant achievements of our students, and each graduate deserves to have their name honored correctly on this pivotal day’ the college said in a statement.
‘We also recognize that commencement is not only a milestone for our students but also a deeply important day for their families and loved ones who have supported them throughout their educational journey, and we are deeply sorry for any disappointment this may have caused.
‘The mispronunciations occurred due to the way phonetic spellings were presented on the speaker’s cards, which was noted when the presenter apologized during the ceremony.
‘This unfortunate error does not reflect the immense respect we have for our graduates and the value we place on their hard-earned accomplishments.’
One video of the event was viewed more than 11 million times and ‘liked’ more than 1.3 million times on TikTok.
The unfortunate incident occurred at a ceremony for nursing students at Thomas Jefferson University on Thursday
Both the presenter and the university have offered their ‘sincere apologies’
‘Please tell me how one can be allowed to speak at college commencement and mess up that badly’ the poster wrote.
Some viewers agreed with one commenting under the video ‘please I need an investigation into what happened here.’
Another expressed frustration on behalf of the graduates: ‘I would be heartbroken if I spent all that money and time for that degree just to have my name mispronounced’ they wrote.
Others saw the more humorous side, with one user commenting ‘wait pronouncing Thomas wrong at Thomas University is crazy.’
Another poster who claimed to be at the ceremony wrote, ‘this was my graduation and it was SO FUNNY we couldn’t stop laughing.’
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