In a recent decision, the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) gave a partial win to a taxpayer seeking a sales tax refund. The issue? The taxpayer had paid sales tax on items bought for use in the Keystone Opportunity Zone before getting the necessary exemption certificate. This certific
December 8, 2025, marks the birthdays of several notable figures from the entertainment world. Among them are Kim Basinger, who will be celebrating her 72nd birthday. Did you know her name Kim is a nickname for Kimila? Also turning a year older is Dominic Monaghan, who will be 49. He might have been
The Bernards Township School District is making some big moves. They're spending around $8 million to fix up their schools. This money will go to improving the Varsity Field, resurfacing the Ridge track, and replacing roofs at two schools. First up, the Varsity Field at Ridge High School is getting
The U. S. House of Representatives is not living up to its potential. It's supposed to be a place where ideas are shared and laws are made. But right now, it's more like a place where a few people make decisions and the rest just go along. This problem has been growing for a long time. It's not jus
A Pennsylvania company got some good news recently. The Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) said they could get part of their money back from taxes they paid. This was for the time between the end of 2021 and the start of 2024. The company makes parts that help join pipes together. They asked for a
December 6, 2025, marks the birthday of several notable figures in entertainment. JoBeth Williams, known for her roles in film and television, reaches the age of 77. She has kept busy in recent years with appearances on popular shows like "The Good Doctor" and "Station 19. " Meanwhile, musician Pete
People often forget how important police are. Think about places where there are no police. Safety is not guaranteed. It's all about luck and hoping people are good. But police officers put their lives on the line every day. They wear a badge that comes with a heavy price. Recently, Sgt. Terri Swee
Flex, an AI-driven financial services company, just secured $60 million in funding. This cash injection comes from a Series B round led by Portage Ventures. Now valued at about $500 million, Flex has raised a total of $105 million to date. So, who is Flex targeting? They're focusing on mid-sized bu
Understanding how older adults move in their daily routines is important. It helps in preventing and treating mobility problems. But most studies focus on lab tests. These tests show what older adults can do in a controlled setting. However, they don't show how people move in real life. Real-life w
In Boyertown, a sweet event turned into a big win for a local food pantry. The Cocoa, Coffee & Cookie Crawl, held last November, brought together the community to support Preston’s Pantry. This was not just about tasty treats; it was about giving back. Two groups, Berks-Mont Business Association an
