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Gordonsville’s two new town councilors want to fix sidewalks, build a park and address issues with the town’s water supply

With a population of just 1,400, the new Councilors say it could take years to raise the money for some of these projects.

The post Gordonsville’s two new town councilors want to fix sidewalks, build a park and address issues with the town’s water supply appeared first on Charlottesville Tomorrow.



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  • 2024 Voter Guide – Orange - Gordonsville Town


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Please watch!! ABC 27 talks of PA woman’s efforts to strengthen penalties for those who encourage others to commit suicide; PCC has worked on this bill as well

https://www.abc27.com/investigators/shawns-law-york-county-mom-fights-for-tougher-penalties-against-those-who-encourage-others-to-take-their-own-life/?fbclid=IwAR2vuraueQvuG0cAOXMuLd8uw9zWUIqA4Kbvm61m3x4aE_UIOM1ewT_WBfU




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PCC VOTER GUIDES

Presidential Voter Guide https://www.hbgdiocese.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-PA-Presidential-Voter-Guide.pdf Allentown Diocese https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/38ozcuv2k9a8284l3g5oj/State-Voter-Guide-for-Diocese-of-Allentown.pdf?rlkey=d736o5zt9dim845lp5i8x264g&e=1&st=n431ntpo&dl=0 Harrisburg Diocese  https://www.hbgdiocese.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-State-Voter-Guide-Harrisburg.pdf Erie Diocese  https://www.eriercd.org/images/pdf/2024-PCC-Voter%20Guide.pdf Altoona-Johnstown Diocese https://www.dioceseaj.org/2024-pcc-voter-guide/ Scranton Diocese https://www.dioceseofscranton.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PCC-Voter-Guide-Scranton.pdf Pittsburgh Diocese https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:50d08636-546a-4ad1-8030-46a1fa4ed5e3        




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PepsiCo to Acquire New York-Based BFY Brands

The deal, announced for an undisclosed sum, will see PepsiCo "further deliver" on its "vision to offer consumers more positive nutritious options." BFY's product portfolio includes PopCorners brand Flex Protein Crisps and Flourish Veggie Crisps. 




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Cannabis-Infused Fruit Strips Are Fruit Roll-Ups for Adults

Fruit Slabs start as a cannabis-infused fruit blend with no added sugar that is then dried into a bite-sized square. 




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Plastics Industry Association Publishes Food Packaging Guidance

The guidance is aimed at ensuring recycled plastic packaging meets and exceeds U.S. regulatory compliance.




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TotalEnergies to Build New Plastic Recycling Unit in France

Expanded recycled polymer offering at former oil refinery will target the high-performance packaging market, particularly packaging for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.




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Berlin Packaging expands to South Korea with acquisition of Nest-Filler

Acquisition expands the company's footprint in Asia-Pacific and strengthens its beauty and cosmetic packaging offering.




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U.S. Plastics Pact Releases Guides to Advance Circular Economy for Plastics

Comprehensive playbooks on recyclability, reuse and compostability offer roadmap for sustainable plastic management.




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Berlin Packaging expands to Japan with acquisition of Nissho Jitsugyo

Acquisition expands the company's local footprint in Asia-Pacific and offers exciting new packaging solutions to customers worldwide.




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PepsiCo enters agreement to acquire Siete Foods for $1.2 billion

The acquisition will reportedly complement PepsiCo's portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand, while also growing its better-for-you food offerings.





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ProMach Acquires Grip-Pak

ProMach has acquired Grip-Pak, provider of multipack handle solutions for beverage companies packaging their products in cans or bottles, as well as retailers and wholesale distributors looking to promote or repack their SKUs.




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California Requires Plastic Beverage Containers to Contain 15% Recycled Plastic by 2022

California passes first-in-the-nation law requiring plastic beverage containers to contain an increasing amount of recycled material — 15% by 2022.




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Jennerjahn Machine Plans to Rebuild After Late-December Fire in Indiana

Company has temporary office space available and intends to have its Service, Engineering, Sales, IT and Administration departments set up and operating by January 5.




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Coesia Acquires Automation & Modular Components to Bolster Presence in US Market

Automation & Modular Components, LLC. (AMC) is a manufacturer of material handling automation systems with integrated controls, as well as conveyors for integration into assembly systems and production lines, headquartered in Davisburg, Michigan, USA.




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TransPak Expands East Coast Presence with Acquisition of Reid Packaging

Acquisition broadens TransPak’s capabilities in custom packaging for military, aerospace and high-value equipment.




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Optimally Equipped for Seamless Track & Trace

Packaging Strategies had a conversation with Romaco's Nicola Orsini about track & trace challenges, solutions and the future.




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Smart Products Build Trust while Solving Problems

Smart Packaging or Smart Products, are assigned internet IDs to allow consumers to engage with their everyday products.




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Esprit Alcoholic Fruit Drink Moves to Pressure Sensitive Labels

Esprit is a range of fruit-flavored RTDs, reinventing familiar flavors with an unconventional twist and making them multi-faceted and exciting. Distell recently entered into a partnership with MCC to re-launch Esprit in South Africa with a conversion from paper to pressure sensitive labels.




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Sidel launches ultra-small, ultra-light PET bottle for liquid dairy products

The new preform design is qualified for 100% rPET content and also enables a low blowing pressure below 15 bars.




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Dillon Candy Company launches new packaging for chocolate-covered fruits and nuts

The company is introducing larger package sizes with refreshed sleeve designs.




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Guittard introduces couverture line of chocolate using PCR packaging material

Guittard Couverture showcases the brand's commitment to providing customers with premium chocolate in enhanced, sustainable packaging.




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Continuing Education Online for Psychologists and Mental Health Practitioners

Online CEs for psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers and mental health practitioners.




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Practice Building Resources for Psychologists - AssessmentPsychology.com

Practice building resources from Psychotherapy Finances.




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TricorBraun to be Acquired by Ares Management and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board

TricorBraun has entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement with funds managed by Ares Management Corporation’s Private Equity Group and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board, both of which will acquire a majority interest in the Company.




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Sidel Expands Labeling Machine Offerings with New Acquisition

Sidel has announced the acquisition of Makro Labelling in order to expand its offerings in the labeling machine domain, while also providing Makro with an opportunity for global development. 




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Version 9 of HYBRID Software’s iC3D Suite Features Multiple Enhancements

Recognizing the evolving needs of the company’s valued CLOUDFLOW users, Version 9 offers seamless integration with HYBRID Software’s CLOUDFLOW Plugin Suite.




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Labeling Equipment: Sustained Improvement in Versatility, Efficiency and Accuracy

The discussion of labels and labeling tends to revolve around materials. But another part of the equation, and perhaps just as important, is the labeling machinery. Learn how companies like Primera Technology, Videojet and Xeikon are making game-changing advances in this area.




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New Modular Small Batch Solution for Liquid Pharmaceuticals

The Syntegon Versynta FFP is an individually configurable machine with an integratable isolator for filling aseptic and highly potent liquid active ingredients.




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ProMach Bolsters Flexible Packaging Portfolio with Acquisition of HMC Products

HMC fabricates and installs new HMC HFFS machines and rebuilt HMC/Bartelt® HFFS machines for flexible packaging solutions across numerous industries, such as snack food, food, cosmetic, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and household goods




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KHS helps Argentinian brewery replace glass line with can filling equipment

The KHS Innofill Can DVD can filler at the Quilmes facility in Buenos Aires currently has a filling capacity of 90,000 cans per hour and can be increased to a maximum of 135,000 cans per hour if required.




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James Cropper partners with Bruichladdich on pioneering whisky packaging

Made from fully recyclable paper pulp and molded to the shape of Bruichladdich’s proprietary glass bottle, the colored wrap is the first of its kind in the whisky space.




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James Cropper and Bruichladdich Continue Partnership with New Paper Wrap

Available in London Heathrow, Dubai Airport and Singapore Airport from the end of June, The Bruichladdich Twenty One whisky wrap is made from fully recyclable paper pulp and molded to the shape of the Bruichladdich optimized, proprietary glass bottle.




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Tequila Cayéya Releases Limited-Edition Duo of the Devils vs Angels Tequilas

These tequilas are a part of the brand’s Devils vs. Angels themed release and come just in time for summer. With only 1,200 bottles of each expression available, they’re a must-have for tequila aficionados.




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Researchers Invent 100% Biodegradable 'Barley Plastic' Suitable for Food Packaging

A biofriendly new material made from barley starch blended with fiber from sugar-beet waste sees the light of day at the University of Copenhagen – a strong material that turns into compost should it end up in nature.




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Carton Service Expands Role in Liquid Gable Carton Packaging Market

New equipment and new patents are part of this newly designed print, production and test site – one of the few North America locations for liquid-filled cartons.




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Excitement Builds as Converters Expo 2023 Approaches

Entering its 16th year, Converters Expo is once again bringing converters of paper, film, plastics, and nonwovens together with industry buyers, specialists and suppliers in what is sure to be one of the biggest industry events of the year. 




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The Mergers & Acquisitions Outlook for 2024

Packaging Strategies spoke with Thomas Blaige, founder of Blaige Industry Analytics LLC, and Ron Giordano, a senior executive adviser at Blaige, to get an overview of M&A in the packaging industry.




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Sanitary Equipment Design for the Times

Sanitary equipment is used in food, pharmaceutical, meat and dairy packaging applications religiously. In times like these — during a pandemic or other situations that threaten food safety — it is of utmost important to know what you need.




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ProMach Acquires Serpa Packaging

The deal expands ProMach’s secondary packaging solutions for pharmaceutical applications and further enhances its turnkey line integration capabilities.




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Colbert Packaging Expands Capacity with New Eterna Equipment Additions

Adding new blanking die cutters streamlines production and boosts capacity.




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Bradman Lake to Showcase Cartoning Equipment at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

The company's display at PACK EXPO Las Vegas will showcase its unique capabilities offering both top load and side load cartoning approaches.




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Bradman Lake secures equipment spot at Diamond Bakery

The partnership was formed after Bradman Lake's advanced equipment caught the attention of Diamond Bakery executives at a recent trade show.




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Norwegian Cruise Line Debuts Reusable Serveware for In-Room Breakfast

This new serveware, designed to work well in fast-paced food service environments, will replace traditional porcelain dishes for in-room breakfast service.




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Product Stewardship Institute to Host Webinar on Building Reusable Packaging Systems

Participants will leave the webinar with recommendations that municipalities, businesses, and organizations can undertake to invest in reusable packaging systems in their communities.




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Better Earth Acquires Betterbin to Bolster Eco-Friendly Foodservice Packaging

Betterbin’s expertise will support Better Earth’s mission to help restaurants and foodservice operators make informed packaging choices that comply with state and local regulations.




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Mars, Inc. Acquires Kellanova in Groundbreaking Deal

Upon completion of the transaction, Kellanova will become part of Mars Snacking, led by Global President Andrew Clarke and headquartered in Chicago, allowing Mars to bring even more beloved brands to more consumers globally.




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MGS introduces compact top load case packer for diverse packaging requirements

Especially well-suited for Home Care, Personal Care and Pharma, the Matrix TL delivers favorable speed and efficient changeovers in a small footprint.




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Juicy Juice Embraces More Vibrant Look in Brand Redesign

The work capitalizes on their category leadership while bringing a new playful element on pack that appeals to parents and kids alike.