Seneca Valley Budget Fight: Residents packed a Jackson Township work session to denounce Seneca Valley’s proposed 2026-27 final budget of $186.7 million and a 5.03 mill tax hike, arguing years of increases have become “the norm” and urging lawmakers to shift $24 million from unrestricted funds to avoid more taxes. Butler City Planning: Butler City officials met to discuss how to implement recommendations from a Pennsylvania DCED strategic planning report, with leaders weighing upgrades across departments and debating emergency services regionalization versus existing mutual aid. Officer-Involved Shooting: The Northampton County DA released details of a Lower Saucon officer-involved shooting tied to a mental health warrant call, describing a barricade standoff and gunfire that struck police vehicles. Columbia Data Center Backlash: Columbia Borough residents rallied against a $6.35 million bid to buy McGinness Innovation Park, fearing a data center plan; council ultimately voted 7-0 against accepting the bid. Food Safety: Federal health agencies reopened a salmonella investigation linked to imported moringa leaf powder supplements after additional illnesses, bringing totals to 119 sick across 36 states. New School Phone Law: Pennsylvania’s Paul Miller’s Law takes effect Friday, fining drivers $50 for handheld device use and expanding restrictions to interactive phone use even when stopped. Philadelphia Pride Roots: Philadelphia’s Pride celebrations this June are tied to earlier “Annual Reminders” protests outside Independence Hall, with activists credited for shaping the national movement. Philadelphia Sports: Eagles teammates reacted to A.J. Brown’s trade to the Patriots, mixing relief the saga is over with praise for his impact in Philadelphia.