By Joe Shaheeli – Philadelphia’s second casino is moving along and its passage through the City’s legal requirements is expected to be speedily approved as voters, burdened by a heavy tax load, are looking for the relief it will bring….
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Philly’s bid to outsource substitute teachers falters through first week of classes
By Kevin McCorry – The Philadelphia School District’s push to outsource substitute teaching services has thus far been a major disappointment. The Cherry Hill based Source4Teachers promised to fill 90 percent of absences, but it’s rate through the first week…
Through Union Ties: Remembering 9/11 Victim Peter Ortale on The Anniversary of 9/11
– Today, and every year on September 11th, as we remember and pray for the all of victims and the families who lost loved ones on 911, It is my privilege to share a personal tribute to an old classmate…
Job events for veterans set for September and October
By Erin E. Arvedlund – Many veterans are still looking for work in this sluggish economic recovery. Which is why several veterans job fairs and seminars are coming up. The Union League’s VETSmart career seminar day, set for Monday, Sept….
Pennsylvania residents can now register to vote online
By Todd Bookman – After less than two full weeks of operation, about 7,500 Pennsylvania residents have registered to vote using a new online system. Not all that bad considering it’s an odd-numbered year. “This is a municipal election year,…
