CBSD’s Yanni takes Philly charter school job – Bucks Round-Up – October 15, 2025
CBSD’s Yanni takes Philly charter school job
Former Central Bucks School District Superintendent Steven Yanni, who had been on paid leave since April, has taken the top job at Northwood Academy, replacing the Philadelphia charter school’s previous chief executive Eric Langston. Yanni comes to the city school after being placed on administrative leave at CBSD this spring after school employees were accused of abusing autistic support students at Jamison Elementary School. Yanni has disputed allegations that he is at fault for impeding abuse investigations. He served CBSD for less than a year before getting placed on leave.
Hogan pushes tax relief for families and seniors
State Rep. Joe Hogan (R-Langhorne) says he’s aiming to deliver practical relief to Pennsylvania families feeling the squeeze of inflation and rising household costs. Speaking Tuesday on WBCB’s Speak Your Piece with Pat Wandling, Hogan highlighted two new tax credit proposals — one for parents paying for youth sports and another for gym memberships and health clubs. Hogan said the youth sports tax credit would help parents afford programs that build social skills and keep kids active. “Any parent that’s talked to me has said just how much money these things cost,” Hogan said. “They’re important for children to be involved in, but parents have told me they can’t do this anymore because of the costs.”
His second measure would provide tax relief for residents — especially seniors — who invest in their health through fitness clubs. Hogan also criticized political gridlock in Harrisburg, saying it’s stalling solutions on key issues such as affordable energy. He noted that GOP lawmakers plan to advance new energy affordability initiatives in the coming weeks.
Bensalem Police arrest seventeen in child predator investigations
Bensalem Township Police announced the arrests of seventeen men this year in ongoing Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) operations. During a Tuesday press conference, District Attorney Jennifer Schorn, Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo, and Public Safety Director William McVey praised the department’s proactive efforts. The charges include possession or distribution of child pornography, soliciting minors for sex, and traveling to meet minors. Over the past three years, 49 arrests have been made in similar investigations. DA Schorn said, “There is no more worthy cause than protecting our children.” McVey credited cooperation with the FBI and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, emphasizing continued vigilance and community education.
Middletown Township reviews rising costs ahead of budget
At a recent workshop, Middletown Township Manager Eden Ratliff outlined cost pressures shaping the 2025 budget proposal set for presentation in November. While Ratliff noted the workshops are in no way a final draft, he added some costs are non-negotiable. “There are 4% wage increases across the four collective bargaining contracts that have been previously approved, our health care premiums are going up 6.6%, we’ve projected our workers compensation premium will increase about 13%, which is a trend we see year over year.” Ratliff also reported there is a decrease in the non-uniform pension MMO of 18% and a 3.7% increase in the uniform pension MMO. The budget workshop also covered the possibility of hiring additional staff due to the ongoing concerns over stormwater management.
Joe LeCompte hosts LeCompte in the Morning on WBCB 1490. Bradley Vasoli is the senior editor of The Independence.
