Saturday, March 31, 2012
Friday, March 30, 2012
'Annie' Coming To Mount Penn this weekend
Tickets still available at the door for Antietam Musical Productions' musical version of "Annie" at the Mount Penn Primary Center, 201 N. 25th St., Mount Penn, PA.
Shows are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday.
Rep. Cox to Unveil Property Tax Independence Act
The long-awaited introduction of House Bill 1776 is scheduled for Monday, April 2, in Harrisburg. This is the best bill out there to eliminate Pennsylvania's onerous property tax, which places a heavy burden on homeowners to fund public education. The bill has bipartisan support.
Here's some information released today by Rep. Jim Cox, R-Berks, the prime sponsor of the bill:
Here's some information released today by Rep. Jim Cox, R-Berks, the prime sponsor of the bill:
WHAT: A news conference to unveil the Property Tax Independence Act (House Bill 1776/Senate Bill 1400), a proposal to completely replace school property taxes in Pennsylvania with alternative state revenue sources.
WHO: State Representative Jim Cox (R-129), state Senator Dave Argall (R-29), state Representative Rick Saccone (R-39), state Representative Tom Caltagirone (D-127), Pennsylvania Taxpayers Cyber Coalition President David Baldinger, property owner Patrick Briegel, and additional members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly.
WHEN: Monday, April 2, at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Capitol Media Center, Main Capitol, Harrisburg
LIVE WEBSTREAMING: The news conference will be streamed live at www.RepJimCox.com.
Greek Easter Bread & Pastry Sale this Sat.
Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church is hosting its annual Greek Bread & Pastry Sale on Saturday, March 31, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The church is located at 1001 E. Wyomissing Blvd. in Reading, Pa., right across the street from Berks Catholic High School.
In addition to a variety of Greek pastry, the church is also selling Honey Ball (Loukoumades) and various Easter plants.
A truck from The Salvation Army will also be parked in the church lot to accept clothing donations.
The church is located at 1001 E. Wyomissing Blvd. in Reading, Pa., right across the street from Berks Catholic High School.
In addition to a variety of Greek pastry, the church is also selling Honey Ball (Loukoumades) and various Easter plants.
A truck from The Salvation Army will also be parked in the church lot to accept clothing donations.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Poll: Tom Smith Leading In Pennsylvania U.S Senate Republican Primary
Not good news for Steve Welch, the endorsed candidate, who came in at just 2.2% support from voters.
Tom Smith Leading In Pennsylvania U.S Senate Republican Primary According To CUPVF Poll
Tom Smith Leading In Pennsylvania U.S Senate Republican Primary According To CUPVF Poll
Editorial: Another property tax reform proposal in Pa.
The Pottstown Mercury is urging Pennsylvania taxpayers to get behind House Bill 1776, which would eliminate property taxes.
Another property tax reform proposal
Another property tax reform proposal
'Annie' Coming To Mount Penn this weekend
Antietam Musical Productions will present the musical "Annie" at the Mount Penn Primary Center, 201 N. 25th St., Mount Penn, on the weekend of March 30-April 1.The show, featuring students from Antietam Middle School/High School, will be presented Friday, March 30, and Saturday, March 31, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 1, at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $10 per person. On Sunday only, children 12 and under will be admitted for $5.
For ticket information, send an email to tschnitter@antietamsd.org
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Obama EPA move to drive up electric rates
Higher gas prices? Check.
Next up: Obama wants higher electricity rates.
I don't know about you, but I can't afford any more of his hope and change.
EPA to reduce new power plants' carbon pollution
Next up: Obama wants higher electricity rates.
I don't know about you, but I can't afford any more of his hope and change.
EPA to reduce new power plants' carbon pollution
PA lawmaker challenges state trooper subsidy for municipalities
Too many communities in Pennsylvania are taking advantage of fellow taxpayers by receiving free police coverage from state troopers, according to state Rep. Mike Sturla.
Democratic lawmaker challenges state trooper subsidy - News - Citizens Voice
Democratic lawmaker challenges state trooper subsidy - News - Citizens Voice
Monday, March 26, 2012
Today is last day to register to vote in Pennsylvania Primary
Today is the last day to register to vote for the April 24 primary election.
In addition to nominating candidates for president, voters will also pick candiates for U.S. Senate, state attorney general, auditor general, and treasurer, as well as U.S. House of Representatives, state House and Senate, and delegates to the Republican and Democratic national conventions.
"There are many resources available to help citizens register and vote in these important contests," Secretary of the Commonwealth Carol Aichele said. "Voters can visit www.VotesPA.com to check their registration status, download a voter registration form and find information on their polling place."
Applications from Pennsylvanians registering for the first time, changing their address or changing their party affiliation must be postmarked or delivered to the applicant's county board of elections by the close of business on Monday, March 26.
For more information on voter registration, call the Department of State's toll-free hotline at 1-877-VOTESPA (1-877-868-3772) or visit www.VotesPA.com
March 26 is Deadline to Register to Vote in Pennsylvania Primary
In addition to nominating candidates for president, voters will also pick candiates for U.S. Senate, state attorney general, auditor general, and treasurer, as well as U.S. House of Representatives, state House and Senate, and delegates to the Republican and Democratic national conventions.
"There are many resources available to help citizens register and vote in these important contests," Secretary of the Commonwealth Carol Aichele said. "Voters can visit www.VotesPA.com to check their registration status, download a voter registration form and find information on their polling place."
Applications from Pennsylvanians registering for the first time, changing their address or changing their party affiliation must be postmarked or delivered to the applicant's county board of elections by the close of business on Monday, March 26.
For more information on voter registration, call the Department of State's toll-free hotline at 1-877-VOTESPA (1-877-868-3772) or visit www.VotesPA.com
March 26 is Deadline to Register to Vote in Pennsylvania Primary
Gas prices rise to $3.93 a gallon
Another week, another record-high for gas prices as Obama continues to put the screws to working Americans.
The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is $3.93, that's an 11-cent jump from last week.
Heckavu job Barack.
Gas prices rise to $3.93 a gallon
The national average for a gallon of regular unleaded is $3.93, that's an 11-cent jump from last week.
Heckavu job Barack.
Gas prices rise to $3.93 a gallon
Antietam Musical Productions to stage 'Annie'
Antietam Musical Productions will present the musical "Annie" at the Mount Penn Primary Center, 201 N. 25th St., Mount Penn, on the weekend of March 30-April 1.The show, featuring students from Antietam Middle School/High School, will be presented Friday, March 30, and Saturday, March 31, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 1, at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $10 per person. On Sunday only, children 12 and under will be admitted for $5.
For ticket information, send an email to tschnitter@antietamsd.org
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Being a Lawmaker Can Be Lucrative Family Business, Report Concludes
ABC News’ Jonathan Karl, Gregory Simmons and Robin Gradison report: How would you like a job where you can expense your fitness training, hire your kids and your spouse, earn 18 percent interest on your money and funnel millions of dollars of other people’s money...
Being a Lawmaker Can Be Lucrative Family Business, Report Concludes
Being a Lawmaker Can Be Lucrative Family Business, Report Concludes
Saturday, March 24, 2012
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Friday, March 23, 2012
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Report says members of Congress find ways to keep money in the family
Nearly 250 members of Congress directed money toward members of their own families over the last four years, according to a study released on Thursday.
Report says members of Congress find ways to keep money in the family - The Hill's On The Money
Report says members of Congress find ways to keep money in the family - The Hill's On The Money
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
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Highest Gas Price Recorded in March
ABC News: The average price of a gallon of regular is now $3.87, the highest recorded price in March. The average price is up nearly 4 cents from a week ago, and over 30 cents from a year ago, according to the Department of Energy.
Highest Gas Price Recorded in March
Highest Gas Price Recorded in March
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Pennsylvania Voter Registration Deadline is March 24
With the race for the Republican presidential nomination dragging on, Pennsylvania voters may actually get a say on who will be the party nominee.
That did not appear to be the case earlier this year with so many states voting ahead of Pennsylvania. But the April 24 Pennsylvania primary just might matter for a change.
In order to have a say, you have to be a registered voter. The deadline to register is fast approaching.
Secretary of the Commonwealth Carol Aichele reminds Pennsylvanians that Monday, March 26, is the last day to register to vote for the primary election.
In addition to the presidential race, voters will also help pick party nominees for U.S. Senate, state attorney general, auditor general and treasurer, as well as U.S. House of Representatives, state House and Senate, and delegates to the Republican and Democratic national conventions.
“There are many resources available to help citizens register and vote in these important contests,” Aichele said in a press release. “Voters can visit www.VotesPA.com to check their registration status, download a voter registration form and find information on their polling place.”
Applications from Pennsylvanians registering for the first time, changing their address or changing their party affiliation must be postmarked or delivered to the applicant’s county board of elections by the close of business on Monday, March 26.
Another change coming this year is the recently signed Voter ID law.
While a photo ID will not be required to vote in the primary, some counties will be doing test runs and will ask voter to produce a photo ID. All voters in the fall general election will be required to show a photo ID.
Information on the voter ID law is available at www.VotesPA.com or by calling 877-VOTESPA.
For more information on voter registration, call the Department of State’s toll-free hot line at 877-VOTESPA, 877-868-3772, or visit www.VotesPA.com
That did not appear to be the case earlier this year with so many states voting ahead of Pennsylvania. But the April 24 Pennsylvania primary just might matter for a change.
In order to have a say, you have to be a registered voter. The deadline to register is fast approaching.
Secretary of the Commonwealth Carol Aichele reminds Pennsylvanians that Monday, March 26, is the last day to register to vote for the primary election.
In addition to the presidential race, voters will also help pick party nominees for U.S. Senate, state attorney general, auditor general and treasurer, as well as U.S. House of Representatives, state House and Senate, and delegates to the Republican and Democratic national conventions.
“There are many resources available to help citizens register and vote in these important contests,” Aichele said in a press release. “Voters can visit www.VotesPA.com to check their registration status, download a voter registration form and find information on their polling place.”
Applications from Pennsylvanians registering for the first time, changing their address or changing their party affiliation must be postmarked or delivered to the applicant’s county board of elections by the close of business on Monday, March 26.
Another change coming this year is the recently signed Voter ID law.
While a photo ID will not be required to vote in the primary, some counties will be doing test runs and will ask voter to produce a photo ID. All voters in the fall general election will be required to show a photo ID.
Information on the voter ID law is available at www.VotesPA.com or by calling 877-VOTESPA.
For more information on voter registration, call the Department of State’s toll-free hot line at 877-VOTESPA, 877-868-3772, or visit www.VotesPA.com
Obama Hoses Working Americans
The price of regular unleaded has reached $3.70 in Berks County, PA, with premium running at $4.00. Be sure to thank Barack Obama for doubling the price of gas since taking office.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Newt Gingrich to Address 2012 PA Leadership Conference
Add Newt Gingrich to the list of big-name speakers lined up for the 2012 Pennsylvania Leadership Conference, the largest gathering of Pennsylvania conservatives.Former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich will bring his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination to the 2012 Pennsylvania Leadership Conference when he serves as the closing speaker on Saturday, March 23 at 1:30 P.M., according to PLC organizer Lowman Henry.
From a press release issued by Henry:
The Pennsylvania Leadership Conference is the premiere annual gathering of conservative activists and is being held this Friday and Saturday, March 23rd and 24th at the Radisson Penn Harris Convention Center in Camp Hill.
Speaker Gingrich, the latest addition to a growing program of activities planned for the 2012 Pennsylvania Leadership Conference. This year’s keynote address will be delivered by Fox News Senior Political Analyst Brit Hume. Also scheduled to speak are presidential candidate Rick Santorum, South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley speaking on behalf of Mitt Romney, Presidential candidate Herman Cain, film producer Ann McElhinney, U.S. Senator Hon. Pat Toomey, Lt. Governor Hon. Hon. James Cawley, Grover G. Norquist from Americans for Tax Reform and Human Events White House correspondent and political editor John Gizzi. Candidates for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senator will debate at the conference luncheon on Saturday, March 24th.
Four interactive panel presentations will constitute the policy core of the conference with topics set to include: Right-Sizing State Government; Marcellus: How Shale We Proceed; Obama's Regulatory Overkill; and Reagan-izing the PA GOP. The Constitution Organization of Liberty (COOL) will present a pre-conference seminar on the Bill of Rights. Also scheduled for Friday morning, March 23rd, is an activist training workshop conducted by the Americans for Prosperity Foundation and the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity. The Franklin Center will also sponsor a Saturday afternoon seminar on utilizing video in messaging.
The Heritage Foundation and the Family Research Council will be sending their “Values Bus,” to promote voter registration efforts.
Obama silent on call to destroy churches
From an editorial in The Washington Times:
If the pope called for the destruction of all the mosques in Europe, the uproar would be cataclysmic. Pundits would lambaste the church, the White House would rush out a statement of deep concern, and rioters in the Middle East would kill each other in their grief. But when the most influential leader in the Muslim world issues a fatwa to destroy Christian churches, the silence is deafening.EDITORIAL: Destroy all churches - Washington Times
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Radio Alert: Tony Phyrillas on WCHE
The Mercury's Tony Phyrillas will be the guest on “Life Unedited with John Aberle” Saturday from 11 a.m.-noon on WCHE 1520 AM based in West Chester. Phyrillas will discuss a variety of state and national political issues including race for the Republican presidential nomination, rising gas prices, President Obama’s declining job approval numbers, Pennsylvania’s budget woes and efforts to eliminate school property taxes. WCHE can be heard throughout Chester, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties as well as portions of Berks, Bucks and Lancaster counties and parts of New Jersey and Delaware. The station also simulcasts programs live at www.wche1520.com
Friday, March 16, 2012
Catch Tony Phyrillas on the radio
The Mercury’s Tony Phyrillas will be the guest on “Life Unedited with John Aberle” Saturday from 11 a.m.-noon on WCHE 1520 AM based in West Chester.Phyrillas will discuss a variety of state and national political issues including race for the Republican presidential nomination, rising gas prices, President Obama’s declining job approval numbers, Pennsylvania’s budget woes and efforts to eliminate school property taxes.
WCHE can be heard throughout Chester, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties as well as portions of Berks, Bucks and Lancaster counties and parts of New Jersey and Delaware.
The station also simulcasts programs live at www.wche1520.com
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
PA Gov. Tom Corbett Signs Voter ID Bill to Require Photo Identification
Pennsylvania now has one of the toughest voter ID laws in the country.
"I am signing this bill because it protects a sacred principle, one shared by every citizen of this nation. That principle is: one person, one vote,'' Corbett said after signing the bill at 6 p.m. Wednesday, shortly after the state House passed it. "It sets a simple and clear standard to protect the integrity of our elections.''
The law goes into effect immediately, but the photo ID will not be required for the primary election next month. Voters will need a photo ID for November's general election.
Let's see how quickly Obama Attorney General Eric Holder pounces on the Keystone State's efforts to prevent voter fraud, which is the mainstay of the Democratic Party.
Catch Tony Phyrillas on the radio
The Mercury’s Tony Phyrillas will be the guest on “Life Unedited with John Aberle” Saturday from 11 a.m.-noon on WCHE 1520 AM based in West Chester.Phyrillas will discuss a variety of state and national political issues including race for the Republican presidential nomination, rising gas prices, President Obama’s declining job approval numbers, Pennsylvania’s budget woes and efforts to eliminate school property taxes.
WCHE can be heard throughout Chester, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties as well as portions of Berks, Bucks and Lancaster counties and parts of New Jersey and Delaware.
The station also simulcasts programs live at www.wche1520.com
Santorum to address 2012 PA Leadership Conference
Former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum will address the 2012 Pennsylvania Leadership Conference on Saturday, March 24, in Camp Hill, Pa.This is the largest annual gathering of conservative movers and shakers in the state and Santorum, fresh off primary victories in the South, will get a chance to make his case for the Republican presidential nomination in the state he once represented in the U.S. Senate.
The Pennsylvania Leadership Conference will be held over a two-day period, March 23-24 at the Radisson Penn Harris Convention Center in Camp Hill.
Santorum is the latest addition to a growing program of activities planned for conference, according to organizer Lowman Henry.
From a press released issued by Henry:
This year's keynote address will be delivered by Fox News Senior Political Analyst Brit Hume. Also scheduled to speak are former Presidential candidate Herman Cain, film producer Ann McElhinney, U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, Lt. Governor Jim Cawley, Grover Norquist from Americans for Tax Reform and Human Events White House correspondent and political editor John Gizzi. Candidates for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senator will debate at the conference luncheon on Saturday, March 24th.
Henry said there is also a good chance Newt Gingrich will attend the event.
Registration and complete information on the 2012 Pennsylvania Leadership Conference is available at www.paleadershipconference.org
Pennsylvania Game Commission Releases 2011-12 Deer Harvest Estimates
Pennsylvania hunters harvested 336,200 deer in 2011, which is an increase of six percent from the previous season's harvest of 316,240 in 2012.
Pennsylvania Game Commission Releases 2011-12 Deer Harvest Estimates
Pennsylvania Game Commission Releases 2011-12 Deer Harvest Estimates
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Monday, March 12, 2012
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Nat Hentoff: Your doctor could be Obama
Columnist Nat Hentoff has broken ranks with his liberal colleagues to warn Americans of the dangers of Obamacare.
Hentoff writes: "Starting in July 2014, if Barack Obama is still president, a 15-member board that he selects with Senate confirmation -- the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) -- will be in charge of deciding when to reduce government spending per capita (for each person) on health care."
In other words, Obama will install a rationing board to decide who gets health care ... and who is allowed to die.
As of July 2014, your doctor could be Obama
Hentoff writes: "Starting in July 2014, if Barack Obama is still president, a 15-member board that he selects with Senate confirmation -- the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) -- will be in charge of deciding when to reduce government spending per capita (for each person) on health care."
In other words, Obama will install a rationing board to decide who gets health care ... and who is allowed to die.
As of July 2014, your doctor could be Obama
Based on Where the Top 1 Percent Lives, the Occupy Crowd Should Be Protesting Against Big Government
The rich people Obama is always complaining about work for the U.S. government.
Based on Where the Top 1 Percent Lives, the Occupy Crowd Should Be Protesting Against Big Government
Based on Where the Top 1 Percent Lives, the Occupy Crowd Should Be Protesting Against Big Government
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Friday, March 09, 2012
Antietam Musical Productions to stage 'Annie'
Antietam Musical Productions will present the musical "Annie" at the Mount Penn Primary Center, 201 N. 25th St., Mount Penn, on the weekend of March 30-April 1.The show, featuring students from Antietam Middle School/High School, will be presented Friday, March 30, and Saturday, March 31, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 1, at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $10 per person. On Sunday only, children 12 and under will be admitted for $5.
For ticket information, send an email to tschnitter@antietamsd.org
DMV supervisor gave out fake IDs to fugitives
From a story in The Pottstown Mercury:
Khalif Abdullah Ali, 43, of Philadelphia, was charged Wednesday with multiple counts of tampering with public records, conspiracy to commit identity theft, hindering apprehension or prosecution, computer trespass and related charges, according to court records.PennDOT employee charged with creating fake licenses
“This is public corruption at its worst,” said Chester County District Attorney Thomas P. Hogan. “We have a state employee abusing his position in order to help and hide criminals.”
Thursday, March 08, 2012
Wednesday, March 07, 2012
PA State Rep. Seth Grove Unveils Property Tax Elimination Plan
From a press released issued today by state Rep. Seth Grove on a bill designed to ease the tax burden on Pennsylvania property owners:
PA State Rep. Seth Grove - Grove Unveils Property Tax Elimination Plan
Rather than a one-size-fits-all solution, Grove’s House Bill 2230 proposes to allow counties, through voter referendum, to enact a 1 percent county-level sales tax to reduce school property tax millage rates.Read more at the link below:
The legislation would also allow local taxing authorities to levy a local income tax, with the option of a Personal Income Tax (PIT) or an Earned Income Tax (EIT). The revenue collected would offset a reduction in property taxes by at least 30 percent, depending on the tax rate. Local taxing authorities could opt to completely eliminate property taxes under the plan.
Grove’s proposal includes inflationary guidelines on tax increases for municipalities, public school districts and counties, which would be compelled to freeze property taxes if they opt to enact a tax shift. School districts would be subject to Act 1 inflationary index requirements and exceptions.
PA State Rep. Seth Grove - Grove Unveils Property Tax Elimination Plan
Obama EPA forces shutdown of PA power plant
A coal-powered generating station near Reading, PA, will close due to increasing regulations by Obama's EPA. Does Mr. Obama understand that the electricity needed to power the $50,000 electric cars he wants Americans to buy is generated by coal or nuclear plants? How dumb are these liberals?
Titus Generating Station to close - Southern Berks News - Berks-Mont News
Titus Generating Station to close - Southern Berks News - Berks-Mont News
'Watchdog Press' Yawns Over Obama Socialist Ties
From Investor's Business Daily:
The president's Rolodex of radicals has grown even fatter after bloggers revealed fresh details about his earlier ties to socialists. Yet the major media continue to keep a lid on it.Read the full editorial at the newspaper's website.
U.S. Job Creation Declines in February
The Obama Recession continues despite what the state-run Obama media has been telling you.
U.S. Job Creation Declines in February
U.S. Job Creation Declines in February
Tuesday, March 06, 2012
Berks County Commissioners: Amend PA Prevailing Wage Act
Taxpayers would benefit tremendously if Pennsylvania amended a Prevailing Wage Act that forces local and county government to pay high union wages for public projects, often sending work to out-of-area firms.
"House Bill 1329 would allow county dollars to be used more effectively for these projects, as well as, reduce the pressure on local property tax dollars. We encourage our state representatives to vote yes on House Bill 1329," according to all three Berks County commissioners, including the board's lone Democrat.
Berks Commissioners endorse House Bill 1329
"House Bill 1329 would allow county dollars to be used more effectively for these projects, as well as, reduce the pressure on local property tax dollars. We encourage our state representatives to vote yes on House Bill 1329," according to all three Berks County commissioners, including the board's lone Democrat.
Berks Commissioners endorse House Bill 1329
Monday, March 05, 2012
Sunday, March 04, 2012
How much more Obama can we take?
Spent $32 today to fill up by gas tank. I don't know about you, but I can't afford any more of Obama's hope and change.
Saturday, March 03, 2012
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Friday, March 02, 2012
Pennsylvania Facing $482M Budget Shortfall
Revenues exceeded expenses for the first time this fiscal year in February, but Pennsylvania is still facing a $482 million shortfall for the fiscal year that runs to the end of June.
Pennsylvania Revenue Department Releases February Collections
Pennsylvania Revenue Department Releases February Collections
Nat Hentoff warns Obama turning U.S. into a police state
Nat Hentoff, a nationally renowned authority on the First Amendment and the Bill of Rights, is worried about the growing violations of privacy and personal freedom under the Obama Administration.
Obama turning U.S. into a police state
Obama turning U.S. into a police state
Thursday, March 01, 2012
Club for Growth releases congressional scorecard
Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey Jr. earns a zero in the annual Congressional scorecard.
Club for Growth releases congressional scorecard
Club for Growth releases congressional scorecard
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