Mind Matters: The challenge and the hope

A friend noted to me recently how Charles Manson, Timothy McVeigh, John Hinckley Jr., to name a few, were all murderers who were taken into custody by the police. These white men were not killed; they were not even wounded. My friend is African American, but that should not matter. His point is well taken. How is it that these white men were arrested, but…

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PECO offers tip on holiday lighting safety

The holiday season is upon us, bringing decorations, festivities, holiday cheer – and tips from PECO to get in the holiday spirit while staying safe. Holiday Lighting Safety Tips Only decorate with lights approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL). Follow the manufacturer's guidelines for the number of lights that can be safely connected together. Check all lights for cracked or broken plugs, loose connections, frayed…

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Pennsbury Township in brief

Pennsbury Township will begin 2015 with a new budget, but no new or increased taxes. Supervisors there passed the new spending plan during their Dec. 9 meeting. The plan is balanced with revenues and expenses anticipated at slightly more than $1.56 million. Township taxes will remain at 1.49 mills. Of that amount, 0.79 mills are for the open space tax and 0.7 mills being the…

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