ARRL - Eastern Pennsylvania Section
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
Are young people involved in Amateur Radio? That’s an existential question because if they’re not, there’s no future in ham radio. But, fortunately, Jay Silber, WA2UAR, (on the Eastern Pennsylvania ARRL* leadership team) found young people are definitely getting involved, … Read More
Hi everyone – I’ve decided to cancel any travel at least through the end of this month. I’m doing this partly because of the Coronavirus and partly because of the spread of the Flu. Close to 20,000 people have died … Read More
I try to avoid politics as your Section Manager, but here is some good advice from Senator Pat Toomey. Stay safe, take care and stay healthy. 73, George W3GWM Eastern PA Section Manager Email: W3GWM Phone (570) 250-1007 Here is … Read More
Here are the upcoming Section Manager visits for March: March 6 Video link to Pottstown Area ARCMarch 11 Phil-Mont ARC – Willow Grove, PAMarch 18 Red Rose Repeater Assoc. – Lancaster, PAMarch 24 Video link with Manheim ARC George … Read More