Sunday - November 24, 2024
State Tipoffs Involving Pennsylvania Newsletter for Friday October 25, 2024 ( 26 items )  

Ask Me if I CAIR by Mai Dabees '25
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Bryn Mawr College issued the following news: Name: Mai Dabees Class Year: 2025 Major: Political Science Minors: Environmental Studies and MECANA Studies Hometown: Naples, Florida Internship Organization: CAIR Philadelphia Internship Title: Advocacy and Outreach Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania What's happening at your internship? We would love to hear what kind of work you are doing! In June, I spent a lot of time organizing and attending   more

Dechert Advises EUROPASOLAR S.ar.l. on U.S.$150 Million Acquisition of Rolling Wireless
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Dechert, a law firm, issued the following news: Dechert has advised EUROPASOLAR S.ar.L ("EUROPASOLAR"), a Luxemburg-domiciled fund composed of international investors from Europe, North America and Asia, on its successful acquisition of certain assets of Rolling Wireless (H.K.) Limited and 100 percent equity in Rolling Wireless (Luxembourg) S.ar.l. ("Rolling Wireless"), a leading supplier of cellular network access devices (NADs) to the automotive industry  more

Family Outings Plus Gifts and Experiences at Penn Museum
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology issued the following round up on Oct. 24, 2024: * * * Family Outings Plus Gifts and Experiences at Penn Museum * * * This holiday season, the Penn Museum offers meaningful ways for loved ones to get together while exploring cultures from around the world through family festivals, wellness experiences, and gift-giving. Upcoming Family Events: Winter Break--Thursday, December 26 throu  more

Fox Rothschild Represents Treya Partners in Major Investment From VSS Capital Partners
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Fox Rothschild, a law firm, issued the following news release: A Fox Rothschild M&A team, led by partner Peter J. Tucci, provided legal counsel to Treya Partners, a management consulting firm specializing in procurement value creation, in its investment from VSS Capital Partners, a private investment firm investing in the health care, education, and business services industries. Treya's management team, in partnership with VSS, plans to leverage the inves  more

Generations: A Legacy of Learning
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Oct. 23 -- Bryn Mawr College issued the following news: Alimaa Jamiyansuren '96, Miranda Liu '12, Fujiko Amano '94, Sayaka Yamazaki '04. Sayaka Yamazaki '04 had marked July 3 in her calendar. That morning, she informed her job she would be in late, and headed to the bank to pick up brand-new Y=5000 notes featuring Bryn Mawr graduate and champion of women's education in Japan Umeko Tsuda. It actually took a couple more days and visits to multiple banks, but eventually,  more

Independence Blue Cross Announces 2025 Blue Solutions Health Plans for Small Businesses
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- Independence Blue Cross, a subsidiary of Independence Health Group, issued the following news release: * * * Comprehensive, cost-effective health plans designed to accelerate members' health and well-being * * * Independence Blue Cross (IBX) announces its 2025 Blue Solutions portfolio for small businesses with 2-50 employees. The company's ACA-compliant health plans offer employers cost-effective and innovative health plan designs, comprehensive well-be  more

James H. Steigerwald Named First Duane Morris Philadelphia Office Managing Partner
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Duane Morris, a law firm, issued the following news release: Duane Morris LLP has appointed James H. Steigerwald managing partner of its Philadelphia office. Steigerwald is the first-ever managing partner of the firm's Philadelphia office. "Our Philadelphia headquarters is our largest office, and Duane Morris has had a long presence here. With a global footprint that continues to grow, it makes strategic sense to appoint an office head in Philadelphia to   more

Life Lessons on and off the Field
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Oct. 23 -- Bryn Mawr College issued the following news: "I'm a firm believer in sports being a great paradigm for business. It's teamwork, it's collaboration, you're working under stress. You really have to understand the strengths of the people you are playing with. You have to learn how to lose gracefully and win humbly." Daniela Holt Voith '75 Basketball Founding Partner and Direction of Design, Voith & Mactavish Architects "Being an athlete at Bryn Mawr gave me   more

Mawrter Made: Acoustic Artistry
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Oct. 23 -- Bryn Mawr College issued the following news: "I started playing violin very young. After high school, I wanted to be a professional musician. I studied at the Manhattan School of Music for two years until I realized it was too narrow for me. I decided to transfer and fill out my education. Bryn Mawr was an absorbing experience and exactly what I was looking for. The professors were amazing, and I was eager to take as many courses as I could. After Bryn Mawr  more

Morgan Lewis Recognized in Two Categories at Global Banking & Markets Awards in Turkey
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: ALMATY, October 23, 2024: Morgan Lewis, as legal adviser, has been named as part of the Corporate Syndicated Loan Deal of the Year and Export Finance Deal of the Year at the 2024 Global Banking & Markets: CEE, CIS & Turkey Awards, which recognize those involved in the most innovative and ground-breaking deals from the financial markets of central and eastern Europe, the Commonwealth of Independen  more

National Republican Congressional Committee: Janelle Stelson Caught in a Desperate Lie
WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee issued the following news: In the same ad where Janelle Stelson complains about lying politicians, she blatantly lies to voters and claims she would make the Trump tax cuts "permanent." Just last month, Stelson claimed that she would "not vote to extend the Trump tax cuts." "Within 30 seconds, Janelle Stelson complained about lying politicians, and then blatantly lied to voters despite her words just last month. Stelson th  more

Pa. A.G. Henry: Charges - Southeast Pa.-Based Organization Profited $850K in Theft-Return Scheme at T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Marshalls Stores
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry issued the following news on Oct. 24, 2024: * * * 3 Alleged Leaders of Organized Retail Theft Ring Charged, along with 6 Others * * * Attorney General Michelle Henry, along with the Pennsylvania State Police, announced charges against the three alleged leaders of an organized retail theft crew who stole merchandise, altered receipts, and made returns at TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls stores, resulting in mor  more

Pa. Gov. Shapiro Announces $3 Million Investment in Erie County Organic Potato Company to Create Local Jobs
WATERFORD, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Oct. 24, 2024: * * * This investment in Folkland Foods exemplifies Governor Josh Shapiro's strategy to drive economic growth in Pennsylvania, create sustainable local jobs, and ensure the Commonwealth is a national leader in agriculture * * * Governor Josh Shapiro visited start-up company Folkland Foods, located in Waterford, Erie County, to announce a $3 million Redevelopment Assistan  more

Pa. Gov. Shapiro, GSK Leadership Announce Global Biopharma's Investment of Up to $800 Million in Pennsylvania
MARIETTA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Oct. 24, 2024: * * * The Commonwealth is investing $21 million in the Lancaster County project, which will create 200 new, high-paying jobs As part of its largest U.S. manufacturing investment to date, GSK is increasing its R&D and manufacturing footprint -- further solidifying Pennsylvania's global reputation as a life sciences leader * * * Governor Josh Shapiro and GSK leadership an  more

Pa. House Democrats: House Adopts Matzie Resolution Directing Comprehensive Study of PIAA Policy, Practices, Finances
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct. 24, 2024: The Pennsylvania House yesterday adopted Rep. Rob Matzie's H.R. 318 (https://us7.myiphide.com/index.php?q=mdWo1NmdZGOwqdlioZbLy6VgpNXCpJZmoMZgrNdhk5aV0JfXlcWeoKV70JqkYMbLnp56z8efX5uW0nGqvZeRom6TZJaZiah9p5afZFuT08arb3mH1amhnW23WJnSb2BjYpk), which directs the state Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to perform a comprehensive study of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Ath  more

Pa. House Democrats: House OKs Probst Bill to Increase Awareness of 988 Hotline
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct. 23, 2024: The state House of Representatives today passed legislation that would promote increased awareness of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, according to prime sponsor Rep. Tarah Probst. "Many people experiencing a mental health crisis may not be aware of the critical resource available to them by dialing 988 or may not feel comfortable accessing it. We should do everything w  more

Pa. House Democrats: State Rep. Ciresi Announces $855k in Grants for Emergency Response, School Improvements, and Downtown Revitalization
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct. 23, 2024, on behalf of State Rep. Joe Ciresi, D-Montgomery: State Rep. Joe Ciresi, D-Montgomery, today announced that he secured $855,333 in state government grants for projects in the 146th legislative district. "These grants will help meet the important needs of our first responders, invest in our local school facilities, and help beautify downtown Pottstown, contributing to its on  more

Pa. House Democrats: State Rep. Giral Welcomes Over $3.5 Million in Community Grants
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct. 23, 2024, on behalf of State Rep. Jose Giral, D-Philadelphia: State Rep. Jose Giral, D-Phila., announced that over $3.5 million in state funding was awarded through two grant programs to various organizations and schools in the area. "It's always a great day when grants are awarded to the wonderful schools and organizations in our community. I was happy to advocate every step of the   more

Pa. House Democrats: State Rep. O'Mara Lauds Passage of Bill to Include PTSI in Workers' Compensation for Emergency Responders
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct. 23, 2024, on behalf of State Rep. Jennifer O'Mara: State Rep. Jennifer O'Mara is heralding the final passage of legislation she wrote to provide Workers' Compensation coverage for emergency responders who sustain post-traumatic stress injuries in the line of duty. The legislation has been a passion project for O'Mara, who lost her father - a Philadelphia firefighter - to suicide. "I  more

Pa. House Democrats: State Rep. Shusterman Family Law Arbitration Bill Signed Into Law by Gov. Shapiro
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats issued the following news release on Oct 24, 2024, on behalf of State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester: State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, said she is excited to announce that her legislation (H.B. 917) was signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro. The bill saw unanimous, bipartisan support throughout the legislative process, from the House's initial consideration of the bill last year to its consideration in the Senate  more

Pa. House Republicans: State Rep. Cabell's 'Digital Assets Authorization Act' Bill Gains House Approval
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following news on Oct. 24, 2024, on behalf of Rep. Mike Cabell, R-Luzerne: Legislation that would protect the rights of Pennsylvanians to control and spend digital assets, sponsored by Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne), was passed by the House of Representatives with bipartisan support on Wednesday. House Bill 2481 (https://us3.myiphide.com/index.php?q=nKikqKlzZZOr3axjn5fLndhi1dqYp8qTqJSP2KlmmpmYo5OrZZuf0KCvo5uiYcad0a  more

Pa. House Republicans: State Rep. Cutler - Pennsylvania Supreme Court Ruling Allows Double Voting
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans issued the following statement on Oct. 24, 2024, on behalf of State Rep. Bryan Cutler, R-Peach Bottom: * * * Court violates own rule, causes confusion days after voting is underway * * * House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Peach Bottom) issued the following statement in response to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's 4-3 ruling on provisional ballots for voters who incorrectly return their mail-in ballots. "As accurate  more

Pa. Public Utilities and DHS Partner to Simplify Access to Public Utility Assistance for Families in Need
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission issued the following news release: * * * The PUC Supports Using LIHEAP Application Information to Streamline the Application Process for Public Utility Assistance; Continues Pennsylvania's Efforts to Streamline Access to Vital Utility Assistance * * * The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) reminds income-qualified families and individuals a new option is available to help them stay connected to essentia  more

Pa. Senate Republicans: State Sens. Pennycuick, Farry Measure Modernizing Workers' Compensation Payments Set to Become Law
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release on Oct. 24, 2024: Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) to make the Workers' Compensation system more efficient by moving more benefit payments from paper checks to direct deposit received final legislative approval Tuesday. Senate Bill 1232 (https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billInfo/billInfo.cfm?sYear=2023&sInd=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1232) woul  more

Reed Smith Brings Together Investment Bankers, Private Equity Sponsors During Private Equity Industrials Deal Forum
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 24 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: CHICAGO - Private equity investment in the industrials sector has been extremely active over the last several years. Given the state of the market, Reed Smith recently hosted a Private Equity Industrials Deal Forum in Chicago, drawing an audience of investment banks and private equity sponsors seeking investment and deal flow opportunities. Bankers in attendance included representatives from William  more

WKU English Students and Faculty Participate in Naylor Workshop for Undergraduate Research in Writing Studies
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Oct. 25 (TNSres) -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news: Traveling, researching, and networking aren't always the first activities that come to mind when a student decides to become an English major--but that's exactly what five WKU English students did at the Naylor Workshop for Undergraduate Research in Writing Studies. In September, five undergraduate researchers and two faculty members represented WKU's English department at the Naylor Workshop, ho  more