American Reading Company Appoints Meredith Liben to Board of Directors

Nationally respected literacy leader brings decades of instructional, policy, and research expertise.

BLUE BELL, PA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- American Reading Company (ARC) today announced the appointment of Meredith Liben to its Board of Directors. Liben is a nationally recognized literacy expert with more than 30 years of experience strengthening reading instruction, curriculum design, and large-scale literacy reform across the United States.

Liben has taught students from kindergarten through graduate school, co-founded two

Shapiro Administration Provides Funding for Environmental Assessment of Former Front Street Motors, Paving the Way for New Business and Job Creation in Columbia County

The Greater Wilkes-Barre Industrial Fund will use the $175,000 grant to assess soil contamination and install groundwater monitoring wells at the site — formerly the location of a Hess gas station in Berwick.

This property will be developed into a commercial business that will create jobs in Northeast PA.

Projects like this one reinforce the Shapiro Administration’s commitment to creating healthier communities for Pennsylvanians while also investing in the Commonwealth’s economic future.

Harrisburg, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced the approval of $175,000 through the Industrial Sites Reuse Program (ISRP) to the Greater Wilkes-Barre Industrial Fund to conduct an

Stratus® Acquires Stewart, Expanding Multidisciplinary Design Capabilities

Stratus expands nationwide multidisciplinary services and deepens support for high-growth communities through the acquisition of Stewart.

This acquisition underscores our strategy to integrate top-tier firms whose expertise complements our own.”

— Mike Burke, Chairman of Stratus’ Board of Directors

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Stratus Team, LLC (“Stratus®” or the “Company”), an integrated engineering, architecture, and consulting firm, today announced the acquisition of Stewart, a Raleigh, North Carolina-based firm offering a broad range of engineering, planning, landscape architecture,

Announcing The Marcellus Power Connection Conference Coming October 2026 To Pittsburgh

At the David L. Lawrence Convention Center this fall, a first-of-a-kind conference organized by energy veterans will gather shale, power, and tech executives.

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Power Connection is thrilled to announce the inaugural Marcellus Power Conference, a premier electron industry focused event October 21-22, 2026 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh, the epicenter of the Northeast shale plays and booming AI data center markets.

This new industry event builds upon the

SAWC Launches Mobile Wound Management Live, a Four-Part Education Series Advancing Care Beyond the Clinic

SAWC Mobile Wound Management Live consists of four live virtual sessions in 2026, each addressing a critical dimension of mobile wound care.

Virtual program will deliver evidence-based learning for clinicians practicing in home-based, post-acute, and community healthcare settings.

Mobile wound management is one of the fastest-growing areas in our field. This series provides practical, evidence-based guidance for clinicians delivering high-quality care.”

— Amanda Estapa, APRN, CWS, FACCWS, DAPWCA

MALVERN, PA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As wound care delivery increasingly shifts beyond traditional clinic walls, the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) today announced the

Jamilla and the Autistic Dragon by 10-year-old Bucks County Author Laniya Warrington

Jamilla and the Autistic Dragon

Young Author shines a powerful light on autism in a creative way

I wrote the book for my little brother Zaire and all the autistic children and their families. When you have a family member with autism it can be hard to understand.”

— Laniya Warrington

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- About the Author:

Overcoming an early speech delay, Laniya didn't start speaking until the age of four. But now 10-year-old Laniya Warrington has emerged as an incredibly insightful and empathetic author. She is devoted to her younger brother who is nonverbal and autistic and very protective of her very busy younger sister.

Jamilla and the Autistic Dragon take readers on

Dr. Wade Newman Award for Entrepreneurs Announces 2026 Scholarship for Undergraduate Innovators

BELLEFONTE, PA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Dr. Wade Newman Award for Entrepreneurs proudly announces its annual scholarship program, now accepting applications for 2026. Founded to honor the legacy of its namesake, this initiative supports the next generation of business leaders and innovators across the United States.

The scholarship embodies the principles that

Creative Repute CEO to be a Panelist, on Jan. 27th, 2026, at Livestreamed Special Event Honoring Dr. MLK Jr. in Philly

The Paul Robeson House & Museum in West Philadelphia, host site for Creating Dr. King’s Beloved Community Through Art & Music, featuring Creative Repute panelist, Nile Livingston, as part of the program’s creative leadership dialogue.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mathew Ahmann among demonstrators at the March on Washington, August 28, 1963. This image informs the dialogue explored by Creative Repute and fellow panelists during a livestreamed event on Jan. 27, 2026 at the Paul Robeson House & Museum

Creating Dr. King’s Beloved Community Through Art & Music on 1/27 is a public livestream at 5:30 PM ET with Paul Robeson House & Museum and Penn's MLK Symposium

Being part of this program is an opportunity to honor Dr. King’s legacy through creativity and conversation, bringing people together to reflect on what the Beloved Community looks like today.”

— Nile Livingston, Founder and CEO of Creative Repute

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Creative Repute, a Philadelphia-based creative strategy and design firm, will contribute to Creating Dr. King’s Beloved Community Through Art & Music, through the

Greene Tweed Welcomes Thomas J. Castle as New Chief Operating Officer

TJ Castle Portrait

Appointment supports Greene Tweed’s global expansion and commitment to operational excellence

LANSDALE, PA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Greene Tweed, a global leader in advanced materials and high-performance solutions, has appointed Thomas (T.J.) Castle as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Castle brings more than three decades of

Stanley Slaczka is announcing the release of his book, 'The Structure of Perseverance!'

This System works!

This system gives you unstoppable power!

IRWIN, PA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Award-winning Author Stanley Slaczka is announcing a press release of his book, “The Structure of Perseverance!” He has multiple awards including, “International Impact Book Award”, “Author of the Year Finalist”, and “Best Personal Development Author in New York of 2025!” The book also has the silver award from

Keystone Marble Expands Premium Granite Countertops Solutions for Kitchens and Bathrooms

Keystone Marble

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Keystone Marble expands premium granite countertop solutions for kitchens and bathrooms, offering expert selection, fabrication, and installation.

HORSHAM, PA, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Keystone Marble, a trusted name in high-end surface fabrication and installation, announces the expanded availability of granite countertops, responding to sustained demand for natural beauty, long-term durability, and timeless design in residential and commercial spaces.

Renowned for their strength, unique veining,

Influential Women Recognize Lesia Chrysta Kuzma for a Legacy of Legal Excellence and Public Service in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Accomplished Attorney with Over Three Decades of Experience Continues Her Commitment to Justice and Advocacy

Lesia Chrysta Kuzma, an esteemed attorney with more than three decades of experience in litigation and legal writing, continues to offer her expert services in the legal field. A dedicated public servant,

BerksConnect.com Launches AI-Powered Community Platform Connecting Berks County, Businesses with Local Residents

BerksConnect.com

Reading, PA's first artificial intelligence local directory goes beyond traditional business listings to offer jobs, events, deals, and community news.

We built BerksConnect.com to be more than a Pennsylvania local business directory. It's a living platform that connects our community. That's the kind of connection that strengthens a local economy.”

— T Eisenhauer

READING, PA, UNITED STATES, January 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- BerksConnect.com, a new AI-powered business directory and community platform serving Berks County, PA, has officially launched with over 11,500 verified local business listings and innovative features that transform how residents discover Reading PA businesses and how business owners connect with customers.

Unlike traditional Berks County business directories that simply list contact information,

Start the New Year with Mental Wellness: PA Behavioral Services Shares 2026 Resolutions

Pa Behavioral Services founders and owners Nicole Garrison and Christina Lees

PA Behavioral Services encourages Pennsylvanians to make mental wellness a priority in 2026 with expert virtual care and practical resolutions.

Resolutions don’t have to be overwhelming. Small, intentional steps toward mental wellness can lead to lasting, meaningful change.”

— Nicole Garrison, LPC and co-founder

TREVOSE, PA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Pennsylvanians step into the new year, PA Behavioral Services is urging individuals and families to place mental wellness at the heart of their 2026 resolutions. While fitness goals and financial planning often dominate January checklists, emotional well-being remains a vital pillar of overall health.

“Resolutions don’t have to be overwhelming,”

John Naumann, CIE, Joins NEST Protection Plan as National Partner and Pittsburgh Franchise Owner

NEST Protection Plan Founder Arthur Yon (left) together with John Naumann, national NEST partner and franchisee. [Photo Credit: NEST Protection Plan]

Pictured here, NEST Protection Plan’s John Naumann at work inspecting a client’s home. [Photo Credit: NEST Protection Plan]

Industry collaboration expands with new national ownership and Pittsburgh market leadership under Alpha Air Quality’s founder.

Arthur and I have always believed the industry could do better. NEST gives us a platform to prove it — not by talking, but by showing homeowners what true protection and accountability look like.”

— NEST Franchisee John Naumann, founder of Alpha Air Quality

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- NEST Protection Plan, a service-based franchise specializing in ongoing full-home wellness inspections through annual and bi-annual

Wind Energy Growth to Remain Strong, Creating New Supply Chain Opportunities

Demand for wind energy remains strong despite reduction in incentives.

The wind power market will continue its rapid growth. Just as it has for generations, Appalachia can continue to power America as a leader in wind energy supply chains.”

— Petra Mitchell, President and CEO of Catalyst Connection

PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Despite a phase-out of federal tax incentives beginning in 2026, the global and domestic markets for wind energy are expected to continue their rapid growth trajectory. A new report from the

Pennsylvania Congressional Race: Pinsley Challenges Accuracy of Fundraising Poll

Mark Pinsley challenges Bob Brooks to one-on-one debate

Survey Cited by Brooks Did Not Include All Candidates

Bob Brooks markets himself as a populist, but his actions tell a different story. He promotes a selectively framed poll that excludes me, then claims he’s winning.”

— Mark Pinsley

ALLENTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a recent campaign fundraising email, Bob Brooks promoted the results of a December poll to suggest momentum in the race for