Maryann Pugh

USDA Announces Significant Investments in Fertilizer Production and Meat Processing to Boost U.S. Agriculture MANITOWOC, WI — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a substantial investment plan aimed at bolstering the domestic agricultural se […]

HHS Allocates $3.7 Billion to LIHEAP to Aid Low-Income Households with Energy Costs WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced th […]

USDA Allocates $39 Million to Boost Biofuel Availability and Unveils $200 Million Grant Program WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant investment aimed at enhancing the domestic biofuel sector, w […]

Centennial Celebration: Honoring Blanche McKee’s Remarkable Life Journey WEST BRANDYWINE, PA — Freedom Village at Brandywine recently honored one of its most esteemed residents, Blanche McKee, as she celebrated her 100th bi […]

Federal Court Halts Closure of Pyrex Plant Amidst Community Concerns HARRISBURG, PA — A federal district court has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the closure of the Pyrex glass manufacturing plant l […]

Protect Your Health: Discover the Life-Saving Potential of Early Lung Cancer Screenings at Local Hospitals POTTSTOWN, PA — As part of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Phoenixville Hospital and Pottstown Hospital are taking significant steps to promote early de […]

HHS Reaches Settlement with Plastic Surgery Associates of South Dakota Over HIPAA Violations Following Ransomware Attack WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through its Office for Civil Rights (OCR), has announced a settlement wi […]

FTC Distributes $2.5 Million in Refunds to Consumers Misled by Credit Karma WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has distributed more than $2.5 million to consumers misled by the credit services company C […]

VA Achieves Historic Milestones in Veteran Care and Benefits for Fiscal Year 2024 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced unprecedented achievements in delivering care and benefits to Ve […]

FTC Issues Refunds Over $1 Million to Consumers Affected by Rhinelander Auto's Practices WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in coordination with the State of Wisconsin, has commenced the distribution of more than $1 m […]

CFPB Moves to Resolve Case Against Townstone Financial on Redlining Allegations WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a proposed order to resolve its case against Townstone Financial. The o […]

FTC Cracks Down on Fraudulent Business Opportunity Scheme WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has successfully halted the operations of a deceptive business opportunity scheme that a […]

CDC Issues Update on E. coli Outbreak Linked to Onions Served at McDonald's WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released an update concerning the ongoing outbreak of E. coli infections ti […]

CFPB Takes Action Against VyStar Credit Union Over Online Banking Failure WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken decisive action against VyStar Credit Union following its flawed de […]

CDC and Iowa Health Officials Investigate Suspected Lassa Fever Case WASHINGTON, D.C. — Health authorities, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Iowa Department of Health, are co […]

Deadline Approaches for FEMA Disaster Assistance Applications in Pennsylvania HARRISBURG, PA — Residents of Lycoming, Potter, Tioga, and Union counties in Pennsylvania have a limited window left to apply for federal disaster a […]

IRS Announces Increased Contribution Limits for Retirement Plans in 2025 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced an increase in the contribution limits for various retirement savings plans for th […]

Joint Statement by CFPB and CMS: Strengthening Protections for Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have issued a joint s […]

Justice Served: PHRC Orders $66K Payout in Landmark Anti-Retaliation Ruling HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) has mandated Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den, LLC to compensate a former e […]

Sing Your Heart Out: Join Pennsylvania's Star-Spangled Contest for a Spotlight at the 2025 Farm Show! HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s rich tradition of celebrating agriculture and community spirit will once again be highlighted at the 2025 PA Farm S […]