Racism in schools; Octogenarians head into new lifestyle; Phillies remain in playoff hunt – Delco Times
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WEATHER
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NEWS
Local eighty-year-olds are starting a newly married life following the unconventional LAT trend
Harry Mirra, 87, of Morton and Ginny Valonis, 80, of Rutledge, tied the knot in the chapel of Our Lady of Perpetual Help on Tuesday, September 21, surrounded by family and friends. Pastor James Goerner, OLPH pastor, celebrated the wedding mass for the happy couple. Everything about their marriage is traditional, with one exception. The couple will live their married life as a LAT couple. Living Alone Together (LAT) is a trend that has increased significantly in recent years, especially among older adults.
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High levels of COVID-19 transmissions continue to be transmitted in Montgomery County
The COVID-19 pandemic remains present in Montgomery County. “Due to the rapid spread of the Delta variant, Montgomery County continues to see an increase in our key COVID-19 indicators,” said Montgomery County Commissioner Chairwoman Dr. Val Arkoosh. Arkoosh announced a number of updates related to the public health crisis during her opening remarks on Thursday’s meeting of the Montgomery County’s Board of Commissioners. In particular, she noted the county’s positivity rate of 5.69 percent and 151 cases per 100,000 inhabitants averaged over seven days. She added that “this brings the county to a high level”. [of] Community broadcast. “
Colored families carry the weight of the alleged racism in Daniel Boone schools
A federal complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education about alleged racism experienced by a student at Daniel Boone schools may be on the way to being resolved, but according to statements from students and parents who have witnessed similar incidents, this is just the tip of the iceberg. The district is in the process of fulfilling the terms of a Voluntary Resolution Agreement with the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights on the complaint relating to an individual student’s experience at Daniel Boone High School.
Poll: Most Chester County’s Businesses Are Back To Pre-COVID Levels
Despite significant concerns about sales and labor shortages, 75 percent of Chester County businesses surveyed say they will be returning to pre-COVID-19 surgery, and 77 percent say the size of their physical workplace and facilities will not has changed. This is the result of a survey by the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) in collaboration with Restore Chester County. Twenty-four survey questions revolved around “return to work” practices, including teleworking, vaccination policies, travel policies, use of facilities and spatial planning.
Amazon team: Junction expansion could begin in October
The next important step in a long-discussed road expansion project in Towamencin could be completed in a few days. Community officials heard an update on Wednesday about the last land purchase required to widen the intersection of Gehman and Detwiler streets. “We are aiming for a completion date for the private property we have acquired on October 1 and will likely begin construction two to three weeks later,” said attorney Darwin Beauvais on behalf of Amazon.
SPORTS
Union midfielder Jose Martinez takes a shot in Saturday’s game against Atlanta United. Martinez did the hard work setting up Kacper Przybylko’s goal to Union 1-0 win. (Submitted photo / courtesy Philadelphia Union)
Martinez and Przybylko conjure up magic as Union Blank Atlanta United
The question before the Union, ranked ninth at the Eastern Conference last week, wasn’t a question of talent. It was an effort. When they decided to turn it on, the players and their manager agreed that the Union could always look like one of the best teams in the east. They were stuck below the playoff line because they didn’t flip that switch nearly enough. Two games later, the club responded to the challenge. The Union controlled affairs well on Saturday afternoon at Subaru Park and finally conceded with a goal from Kacper Przybylko in the 71st minute to beat Atlanta United 1-0.
Ertz in, Mailata out when the Eagles visit Dallas
Zach Ertz is back. The Eagles put him back on the practice field on Saturday, activated the tight end from the COVID-19 list and expect him to play in their Monday night game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The not-so-good news is that the Eagles will have to forego the services of two offensive linemen in the game. Jordan Mailata and his ailing knee join Brandon Brooks (Injured Reserve) on the sidelines requiring Andre Dillard to start on the left tackle. Mailata was injured on Friday.
Phillies Notebook: Matt Vierling’s first home run deserves a big hug
Matt Vierling’s unlikely star tournament in the big leagues could not have come at a better time for the Phillies. The multi-use player who roamed the minors this season scored his first major league home run on Saturday, which would have been the only starting pitcher that Ranger Suarez had in a 3-0 Phillies win over the Pirates in the Citizens Bank would have needed park.
College football: Villanova loses, but Penn State feels less than satisfied
Perhaps Penn State’s uneven performance on Saturday was a natural disappointment for the Nittany Lions between prime-time games against Auburn and Indiana. Or maybe it was the lackluster Nittany Lions training on Wednesday. Whatever the reason, Penn State’s roaring offensive stuttered in a 38-17 win over Villanova at Beaver Stadium. The Lions in sixth place (4-0) achieved only 80 rushing yards on 34 carries against the Wildcats (3-1), who finished third in the FCS against the run (29.3 yards per game).
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