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06/27/2026 · Milton

JetZero Opens North Carolina Factory With State's Largest Startup Incentive Package

JetZero broke ground on its first manufacturing facility in Greensboro, North Carolina, backed by the state's most substantial incentive package for any startup. The company expects to create 14,500 jobs within a decade.

06/27/2026

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Samaritan's Purse Opens Two Ebola Treatment Centers in Congo

Samaritan's Purse has opened two treatment centers for Ebola patients in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The facilities in Bunia and Nyankunde are equipped to provide specialized care during the outbreak.

06/17/2026

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CDC Links Infant Botulism Cases to Nara Organics Formula

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified a connection between infant botulism cases and Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula. Health officials recommend parents discontinue use of the product.

06/17/2026

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FDA Approves First Over-the-Counter Glucose Monitor for Young Children

The FDA cleared Dexcom Inc.'s Stelo Glucose Biosensor System for over-the-counter use, expanding access to continuous glucose monitoring technology for children and adults not requiring insulin treatment.

06/16/2026

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CDC Activates Emergency Operations Center to Combat New World Screwworm

The CDC has activated its Emergency Operations Center to coordinate response efforts after the New World screwworm was detected in Florida. The parasitic fly larvae had not been found in the continental United States since 1966.

06/16/2026

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Pig Kidney Transplants Gain Momentum as Organ Shortage Persists

More than 90,000 people in the U.S. live with kidney failure, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Xenotransplantation, which involves transplanting animal organs into human recipients, represents a possible solution to chronic organ shortages.

06/15/2026

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2026 DOG LICENSES (Available effective 12/1/2025) In Pennsylvania, all dogs must be licensed at the point of purchase or adoption (earliest is 8 weeks of age) and by 3 months if no transfer of ownership has occurred. All dogs that do not have a lifetime license must be licensed by January 1st of each year.Keep your dog safe and protect your wallet. A dog license costs far less than the $500.00 fine plus court costs you could face as the dog owner for not having one. Licensing brings lost pets home faster. A license is easier to spot. A microchip isn't. Give your dog the protection they deserve and keep them licensed. Dog Law Act 47 Local Dog Warden Fees Regular License Fees Male -- $10.80 Female -- $10.80 Annual Dog Application Senior Citizen or Disability License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior license) Male -- $8.80 Female -- $8.80 Solicitud De Licencia Para Perro REGULAR AND SENIOR CITIZEN OR DISABILITY ANNUAL DOG LICENSES CAN NOW BE PURCHASED ONLINE AT: www.padoglicense.com Lifetime License Fees Male -- $52.80 Female -- $52.80 Lifetime Dog Application Permanent Verification Form is Required** Permanent Verification Form Senior Citizen/Disability Lifetime License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior Lifetime License) Male -- $36.80 Female -- $36.80 Solicitud De Licenia Por Vida Para Perro Formulario Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Es Requerido ** Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Completed Lifetime Application & Permanent Verification Identification Form must be submitted to the Treasurer's office to purchase a lifetime license. (Lifetime licenses can only be issued by the County Treasurer's Office and requires the pet to be microchipped). Check or Money Order payable to Berks County Treasurer can be mailed to: Berks County Treasurer, 633 Court St., Reading, PA 19601. Frequently Asked Questions: Dog - FAQ's Transfer Affidavit Address Change Affidavit Duplicate Request Form Dog Agent Listing Note: The Agents listed below are only for Regular or Senior Annual Dog Licenses Click here for the list Toggle section Animal Rescue League Route 724 & Morgantown Bypass Birdsboro, PA 19508 610-373-8830 Klick Financial 4148 Kutztown Road Temple, PA 19560 610-816-5199 Oley Valley Feed 143 Cleaver Road Oley, PA 19547 610-987-3568 Erb & Henry Equipment Inc. 22-26 Henry Avenue New Berlinville, PA 19545 610-367-2169 Mtn View Supply Inc 5104 Old Rte 22 Hamburg, PA 19526 610-488-1025 Reifsnyder's Agriculture Center 7180 Bernville Road Bernville, PA 19506 610-488-0667 Hamburg Borough 61 N. 3rd Street Hamburg, PA 19526 610-562-7821 Nissley Feed & Hardware 223 Mill Road Morgantown, PA 19543 610-286-9029 Werley Fuel 717 Lancaster Avenue Reading, PA 19607 610-375-6166 Hereford Township 3131 Seisholtzville Road Hereford, PA 18056 610-845-2929 Noble Street Notary 204 Noble Street Kutztown, PA 19530 610-683-7920

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