Flick to Host Fishing with Flick and Mayor Slaughter Event on April 20

Apr. 09, 2024 /

Hosted in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Mentored Youth Trout Day, the free event is designed for youths, ages 4-16 years, to enjoy the outdoors, pair up with a parent or mentor and learn the art of angling. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Lycoming Creek across the street from Bowman Field, near the Original League baseball field.

BVA Football Champs Welcomed by Legislators

Apr. 08, 2024 /

The Belle Vernon Area Football Team was recognized for winning the 2023 PIAA Class AAA Championship in Harrisburg Monday. Players and coaches had an opportunity to meet Pennsylvania State Reps. Eric Davanzo and Ryan Warner, as well as Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tem Kim Ward and Sen. Pat Stefano. The Leopards beat Northwestern Lehigh 38-7 in December to win the team’s second PIAA trophy in as many years.

BVA Football Champs Welcomed by Legislators

Apr. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – The Belle Vernon Area Football Team was recognized for winning the 2023 PIAA Class AAA Championship in Harrisburg Monday. Players and coaches had an opportunity to meet Pennsylvania State Reps. Eric Davanzo and Ryan Warner, as well as Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tem Kim Ward and Sen. Pat Stefano. The Leopards beat Northwestern Lehigh 38-7 in December to win the team’s second PIAA trophy in as many years.

Secure Your Spring Clean: Ryncavage to Host Community Shredding Event on April 13

Apr. 08, 2024 /

LUZERNE – As tax day approaches, safeguarding personal information is paramount. In an effort to help local residents protect themselves against identity theft, state Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) will host a Shredding Day for residents of the 119th Legislative District on Saturday, April 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Crestwood High School, where residents can easily dispose of documents and mail with personal and sensitive information.

Kerwin’s Gold Star Family Memorial Bill Passes PA House, Cutler Announces

Apr. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) announced Wednesday legislation introduced by Rep. Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin) to permit the Department of General Services to construct a memorial monument on state Capitol grounds recognizing Gold Star Families has passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Back to Basics: House Republican Appropriations Committee Offers Reform Bills Following Budget Hearings

Apr. 08, 2024 /

WHAT: Republican House Appropriations Committee Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) will host a press conference to unveil “Back to Basics” government reform bills. This legislative package is based on observations and feedback from agencies during the 2024 budget hearings. Other confirmed speakers include state Reps. Dawn Keefer (R-York), Ann Flood (R-Northampton), and Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks).

Cabell Expands Veterans Outreach Program

Apr. 08, 2024 /

SUGARLOAF TOWNSHIP – Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) today announced he is expanding a program that provides free assistance to area veterans at his district offices in Sugarloaf and Dallas beginning in May.

Seeking Justice: Warner Bill Takes Aim at Child Torture

Apr. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Citing an increase in cases involving the torture of a child, including one in Fayette County earlier this year, Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) has introduced legislation establishing the offense of child torture in the Commonwealth.

Kuzma to Host Shredding Event

Apr. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Andrew Kuzma (R-Allegheny/Washington) today announced he is hosting a free shredding event on Saturday, April 20, at Elizabeth Borough Volunteer Fire Company to give residents of the 39th Legislative District a chance to safeguard themselves against identity theft by having their personal documents securely destroyed.

Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar April 13

Apr. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – In his continuing efforts to better inform area gun owners regarding Pennsylvania’s firearms laws, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) is hosting a concealed carry seminar on Saturday, April 13, in Butler.

O’Neal to Host Shredding Event at Hollywood Casino

Apr. 08, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – As a free service to the community, Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) will be holding a shredding event on Saturday, April 13, at Hollywood Casino at the Meadows to give residents of the 48th Legislative District a chance to safeguard themselves against identity theft by having their personal documents securely destroyed.