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Hospital Association Uses Grant to Build Opioid-Fighting Tactics

Associations Now

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania has launched a program, driven by face-to-face meetings, to encourage information sharing in fighting the opioid crisis in the state. The program is supported by a grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies, the charitable firm operated by former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

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Pope Francis: Catholic Student Associations Capitalize on Papal Visit

Associations Now

The University of Pennsylvania’s Penn Catholic Student Association (PCSA) found that displaying a cardboard cutout of the pontiff during a recent recruitment event drew large numbers of prospects.

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Standing Up for the ’Stache: Poll Seeks Model Mustached American

Associations Now

Bruce Hanes, a county clerk in Pennsylvania who issued marriage licenses to same-sex couples despite the state’s law prohibiting such unions; and woodworking artist and furniture designer David Stine. This year’s nominees include veteran journalist and talk-show host Geraldo Rivera; D.

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Following Market Drivers To New Destinations

Plexus Consulting

Societies such as the Institute of Internal Auditors, Orlando; the Project Management Institute, Newton Square, Pennsylvania; and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, New York City; have recognized that both U.S.

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Travel Groups’ App Turns Traffic Jams Into Advocacy

Associations Now

Building America’s Future, a bipartisan infrastructure-advocacy coalition cochaired by three big-name politicians—former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, ex-New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell—is partnering with the U.S.

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Amtrak Derailment Puts Transit Groups’ Issues Front and Center

Associations Now

On Tuesday night, Amtrak’s problems—particularly related to funding and infrastructure—were on display in a dramatic derailment of a New York City-bound train outside of Philadelphia. At least six people were killed and more than 200 injured.

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111 Intriguing Chats for 2011

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Other states with strong representation include California (16), New York (6), Pennsylvania (5), Florida (4), and Texas (4). Individuals from North Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, Oregon, and Idaho stand alone as delegates from these states. Tips, news and opinion for planning great events worldwide.