Geno’s To Donate Profits In Aid Of Fallen Officers -- Come Support Their Families --
….Officer Isabel Nazario
Vol. II No. 44 (Issue 56)
…Sgt. Patrick McDonald
Joey Vento & Geno's Steaks will host a benefit for the families of Police Officer Isabel Nazario and Sgt. Pat McDonald, from 10 a.m. today through 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30-31. All proceeds will go to the families.
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October 30, 2008
Election Enters Final Stretch
Who Will Hit A Home Run? • • • • • • It’s Up To You Now • • • • • •
by Rory G. McGlasson Songwriter Bob Dylan once wrote in a popular song he “doesn’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.” It’s been howling up and down Broad Street this week, from Citizens Bank Ballpark across the entire city. We have had the Fightin’ Philadelphia Phillies battling the elements in their attempts to bring home the World Series, while the Presidential candidates are stepping to the plate for their Party in inclement weather conditions too. As much as the weather can play a part in a ball game, it can also play a role in how many people come out to vote next week at the polls for the ‘08 Presidential Election. South Philadelphians cannot control the way the Phillies win a ball game. Sure, we can roar them through the rain to victory, and help bring the World Series home, but the decisions are in the hands of the players, umpires and coaches. (Cont. Page 2)
Dixon House Boosted State Sen. Anthony H. Williams will help recognize AT&T Pennsylvania and CSX Transportation for their Education Income Tax Credit scholarship donations at a ceremony on Oct. 29. The check presentation will take place at St. Michael’s Nursery School, in Yeadon, at 10 a.m. As the son of a retired school teacher, Williams is a long-time proponent of the EITC and many other educational initiatives. The Bridge Educational Foundation facilitated the allocation the $7,500 in scholarships to students attending St. Michael’s Nursery School, Dixon Learning Academy, Cornerstone Christian Academy and Philadelphia Christian Academy. “A highly educated workforce is critical to the future of our Commonwealth,” said Joe Gerdes, Bridge Educational Foundation Board Member. “With support from AT&T and CSXT and local interested citizens, we are boosting the educational-achievement opportunities for children and families in Southeastern Pennsylvania and laying a strong foundation for Pennsylvania for years to come.” The EITC initiative allows companies to donate funds to schools, or organizations such as the Bridge Educational Foundation, for educational scholarships, with the added incentive of a 75-100% tax credit, depending on various factors. “The Educational Improvement Tax Credit program offers another avenue for CSXT and (Cont. Page 2)
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