ARRL - Eastern Pennsylvania Section
Received 4/2/2020 from ARRL HQ We know many examiners have canceled Amateur Radio License exam sessions to meet the requirements and recommendations of national and local government and health officials. The health and safety of examinees and our Volunteer Examiners is … Read More
From the ARRL Website03/27/2020 Many individuals and groups organizing events for Field Day 2020 have been contacting ARRL for guidance on how to adapt their planned activities in this unprecedented time of social distancing and uncertainty. “Due to the unique situation presented … Read More
We are still searching for a State Government Liaison. This very important appointment and will report directly to the Section Manager. The State Government Liaison will represent both East and West Pennsylvania Sections. If you are interested, please email w3gwm@arrl.org. The … Read More
There are a number of contests or practices that occur on weekdays on a periodic basis. In some time zones, participation in these can be hampered by working, working late, family commitments, or other variables related to life. If you’re … Read More
Whether by rule, law, decree, or “strong suggestion,” gathering as a group has been essentially banned as part of the measures to control the COVID-19 pandemic. This means the halt of traditional multi-operator efforts, where radio operators travel to gather … Read More
The EAWB for 3/29/20 can be found at this link: http://w3luz.org/d3db/EPA_Section_ARES_Weekly_Bulletin_077_2020-03-29.html This week’s topics: Bulletin #077 March 29, 2020 ARRL Eastern Pennsylvania Nets ARRL Eastern Pennsylvania Section ARES® Structure >>>Emergency Coordinator (EC) – Start to Finish<<< Appointment Definition Requirements Responsibilities … Read More
Well, Looks like things are getting serious. Governor Wolf has just issued a proclamation ordering all business which are not life sustaining to close. Grocery and drug stores are considered life sustaining. I have attached files I have received from … Read More
In an enforcement case prompted by complaints filed in 2017, the FCC has imposed an $18,000 forfeiture on Jerry W. Materne, KC5CSG, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, for intentional interference and failure to identify. The FCC had proposed the fine in … Read More
To help Winlink’s novices overcome software fright when operating Winlink Express for the first time, San Diego, California ARES created a series of 24 short videos to help newcomers find the right button to click in the Express software menus. … Read More
Well, I guess everyone has been following the news. There’s not much more I can say about that. As you probably already know, the Dayton Hamfest has been canceled. The Warminster ARC Hamfest scheduled for May 3rd has also been … Read More
The PA Capitol is closed for the next 2 weeks so there will be no action by the Senate Transportation Committee on HB 37 at least until the members return. We’ll keep you posted if there’s any new information. As … Read More
"Team Exuberance" Aims to Lower the Average Age of Contesters Seven of the world’s top youth CW operators will convene at the western Pennsylvania superstation of Tim Duffy, K3LR, in late May, in an effort to lower the average age … Read More
The K7RA Solar Update Tad Cook, K7RA, Seattle, reports: I felt cheated this week when a much-anticipated sunspot appeared only briefly, and after 2 days was gone. Sunspot region AR2758 only appeared on March 8 – 9, with daily sunspot … Read More
Visalia International DX Convention, Other Events, Canceled Due to Coronavirus Concerns Concern over COVID-19 has led to the cancellation of the 2020 International DX Convention (IDXC) and of several other amateur radio-related events here and abroad. The IDXC was to … Read More
Great Lakes Convention and Toledo Hamfest – Cancelled There is a great deal of concern and hype over the Coronavirus in Ohio. It has prompted TMRA to act upon these decisions. COLUMBUS — Ohio. Gov. Mike DeWine on Wednesday said … Read More