Economy experts warn on Pennsylvania minimum wage hike
Two economics professors told the House Labor and Industry Committee that Gov. Wolf s plan to raise Pennsylvania s minimum wage to 12 per hour by July 1 could hurt low wage workers. They cited Duquesne University where a $15 wage replaced parking attendants with swipe card access, benefiting some while displacing others.
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Tom Wolf
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Attorney General sues to keep UPMC Highmark deal alive
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro filed a petition in Commonwealth Court to stop July 1 changes that could raise costs for about 70,000 Western Pennsylvania patients by ending the UPMC Highmark network relationship. The 73 page filing seeks to modify consent decrees to extend the in network rates for UPMC services. Highmark supports a modified pact, while UPMC disputes AG authority to compel private contracts.
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City demolishes Traveler's Inn site plans marketing
Demolition of the Traveler's Inn at 666 E Washington St began Wednesday after Mayor Mastrangelo and the city controller awarded Siegel Excavating LLC a $26,900 contract in October. The firm recently also demolished 309 Grove St for $18,000.
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Shenango Valley Mall Changes Hands In Onto New Managers
Hermitage officials say Shenango Valley Mall is under new management with GFM 23, the 23 descendants of former owner George McConnell, in control after a court decision. They have hired Penn Commercial to oversee daily operations and seek national tenants to fill vacancies.
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Christopher St. John
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Penn Commercial
Nicolas Arreola
Jcpenney
Sharon Loughner
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