PENNSYLVANIA–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. Former Congressman Chaka Fattah Sr., 60, of Philadelphia, was sentenced to 120 months in prison for participating in a racketeering conspiracy involving several schemes intended to further his political and financial interests by misappropriating federal, charitable and campaign funds, among other things. Assistant Attorney General Leslie R.[Read More…]
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VA Recommends 14 Future Sites for Fisher House Construction
Fisher Houses are Homes Away from Home for Families of Veterans Receiving Treatment WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. The Fisher House offers unique accommodations when a family member is receiving treatment at a VA medical center or military hospital. Located near the medical center or hospital, Fisher Houses offer the comforts[Read More…]
New Regulation Decreases Cost of Outpatient Medication Copay for Most Veterans
Washington – (ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is amending its regulation on copayments for Veterans’ outpatient medications for non-service connected conditions. VA currently charges non-exempt Veterans either $8 or $9 for each 30-day or less supply of outpatient medication, and under current regulations, a calculation based[Read More…]
Yankee Candle Recalls Luminous Candles Due to Laceration Hazard
Yankee Candle Luminous Candle Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016 Recall Summary Name of product: Luminous Candle Collection Hazard: When the candle is lit, the glass jar can crack, posing a laceration hazard. Consumer Contact: Yankee Candle toll-free at 877-803-6890 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.[Read More…]
Masterbuilt Recalls LP Gas Smokers Due To Fire Hazard
Recalled green body with Cabela’s logo Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016 Recall Summary Name of product: Masterbuilt and Cabela’s 7-in-1 gas smokers Hazard: The smoker’s gas hose can disconnect posing a fire hazard. Consumer Contact: Masterbuilt at 800-489-1581, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at[Read More…]
Interior Secretary Jewell, Governor Mead Protect Key Land in Grand Teton National Park
$46 Million Purchase of Antelope Flats will preserve lands and benefit Wyoming public schools WASHINGTON —(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. Today, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Wyoming Governor Matt Mead announced the purchase and permanent protection of a 640-acre parcel of Wyoming School Trust Land located within Grand Teton[Read More…]
South Suburban College to Host Paralegal Open House at Oak Forest Campus
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. South Suburban College will be hosting an Open House for its Paralegal Program on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in Room 5190 at the Oak Forest Center. Attendees will learn about an exciting career that is expected to grow[Read More…]
Investment in Early Childhood Programs Yields Robust Returns
New study by Prof. James Heckman finds an even higher return of investment for high-quality early childhood development programs. Copyright Getty Images CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016 By: Mark Peters High-quality early childhood development programs can deliver an annual return of 13 percent per child on upfront costs through better outcomes in[Read More…]
VoteVets Statement on Russian Hacking
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. In light of the latest reports regarding Russian hacking aimed at influencing the 2016 Presidential Election, the largest progressive group of veterans in America, VoteVets.org, released the following. In a statement, retired Major General Paul D. Eaton, senior adviser to VoteVets.org called on all information that[Read More…]
Civil and Human Rights Groups: Education Secretary Must Enforce Civil Rights Law and Advance Public Education
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2016. Today, 33 civil and human rights groups issued the following statement in response to President-elect Trump’s intent to nominate Betsy DeVos for Secretary of Education: “Equal access to education is a cornerstone of the civil rights movement. The Secretary of Education’s role as the enforcer of[Read More…]
