10 Things PA Needs To Know Next Week

PENNSYLVANIA - Greetings, Pennsylvania Patch readers! Welcome to Patch’s Pennsylvania Week Ahead Manual, a brief round up of news you can use heading into next week.

Weather

The weekend forecast looks mostly clear with temperatures in the low- to mid-80s; thunderstorms are possible Sunday afternoon. Monday will kick off a mostly sunny week with temperatures in the low-80s.

Politics

A Bucks County lawmaker has proposed legislation in response to the recent anti-Israel protests that have led to Jewish students and faculty being harassed, intimidated, and prevented from attending classes on college campuses. Read more.

Life In PA

• Martha Kennedy, 73, is calling it a career after more than 30 years at a Pittsburgh-area McDonald's. Read more.
• Since May 2, Philadelphia Police officers have fatally shot six dogs that were involved in attacks on people and other dogs. Read more.
• One Pennsylvania high school has received national recognition as a distinguished school for its STEM curriculum and career readiness, officials said. Read more.
• Warrington Township Police Officer Robert Bell Jr. is retiring after 26 years in law enforcement, including his most recent assignment as the Student Resource Officer at Central Bucks High School South. Read more.
• The Newtown Fire Association is turning off the taps. After a 13 year run, the NFA has announced on its Newtown Beerfest internet page that the annual event won't be held this year. Read more.

Openings/Closings

• Red Lobster, which abruptly closed more than 50 restaurants last month, revealed in bankruptcy court that it could close at least 125 locations as it tries to recoup losses from its endless shrimp promotion. Read more.
• The new J. Crew Factory Store has opened its doors ahead of schedule at the Shops at Valley Square on Route 611 in Warrington Township.
• Two new Pizza Huts are opening in Montgomery County this month in Norristown and Royersford. Read more.