Kephart to Honor Cambria County War Hero

May. 11, 2023 /

WHAT: The Number Nine Road bridge which crosses a tributary of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in Susquehanna Township, Cambria County, will be renamed the Petty Office Iral William Stoltz Memorial Bridge. Stoltz, who was born in West Carroll Township, was one of eleven sailors killed in action in 1941 when the USS Kearny was attacked by a wolfpack of German U-Boats while escorting a convoy.

Veterans Assistance Appointments Available at Lynn Township Office, Says Mackenzie

May. 11, 2023 /

MACUNGIE – Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-Lehigh) announces veterans assistance appointments are currently available on Tuesday, May 23, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in his Lynn Township office at 6806 Route 309, Suite 200A, in New Tripoli. Mackenzie offers this free service on the fourth Tuesday of each month at that office location.

Wentling Announces Grant Funding for Mercer County Nonprofit

May. 11, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) announced that Helping Hands Ministries will be receiving a sizeable grant from the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP). The money is for organizations to establish or expand substance use disorder (SUD) services, community outreach and education to underrepresented and minority communities struggling with the opioid overdose crisis.

Gaydos Introduces Equity in Education Legislation

May. 10, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Legislation that would require school districts to begin to compile information listing the number of gifted children has been introduced by Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny).

Grimm Krupa, Warner to Host Farmers’ Appreciation Breakfast

May. 10, 2023 /

What: Reps. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) and Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) are hosting a breakfast for area farmers, those with agriculture-related businesses and the public to show Fayette County’s appreciation for all the hard work they do to help put food on our tables.

Grimm Krupa, Warner to Host Farmers’ Appreciation Breakfast

May. 10, 2023 /

What: Reps. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) and Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) are hosting a breakfast for area farmers, those with agriculture-related businesses and the public to show Fayette County’s appreciation for all the hard work they do to help put food on our tables.

Town Meeting to Focus on EMS Crisis

May. 10, 2023 /

WHAT: Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) is hosting a town meeting to help identify solutions to the state’s growing emergency medical services crisis. The problem is especially severe in rural areas.

Wentling, PHMC Announce Grant Opportunity for Historical Recordkeeping

May. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Representative and Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commissioner (PHMC) Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) announced that the PHMC and the Pennsylvania State Historical Advisory Board (SHRAB) are now accepting applications for the Historical and Archival Records Care (HARC) grant program. The HARC program is designed to improve the preservation of historically valuable original records.

Grove to Offer Media Briefing on PA Budget

May. 09, 2023 /

WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman, Seth Grove (R-York), will offer a media briefing covering current state revenues and the structural deficit, budget reform legislation, and follow-up from budget hearings, including – Property Tax and Rent Rebate program changes and the 911 fee proposal.

Rigby to Host Open House Events

May. 09, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – One week after opening a new district office in Somerset County, state Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is hosting a pair of open house events in his two Cambria County offices.

Delozier to Host 11th Annual Tribute to Veterans Event

May. 09, 2023 /

WHAT: Rep. Sheryl Delozier (R-Cumberland) will host a breakfast to honor veterans and active-duty military personnel from the 88th Legislative District. The theme of this year’s event is Breaking Barriers.

Cook Invites Area Residents to Concealed Carry Seminar

May. 08, 2023 /

WAYNESBURG – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is inviting residents of the 50th Legislative District to a Concealed Carry Seminar on Thursday, May 18, from 6-9 p.m. at the California Gun Club, 150 California Road, Brownsville.

Grimm Krupa, Warner Urge Registration for Farmers’ Appreciation Breakfast

May. 08, 2023 /

MCCLELLANDTOWN – Due to an overwhelming response, Reps. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) and Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) are urging people who plan to attend their Farmers’ Appreciation breakfast to be sure to register online or by calling either of the legislators’ offices as soon as possible.

Grimm Krupa, Warner Urge Registration for Farmers’ Appreciation Breakfast

May. 08, 2023 /

MCCLELLANDTOWN – Due to an overwhelming response, Reps. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) and Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) are urging people who plan to attend their Farmers’ Appreciation breakfast to be sure to register online or by calling either of the legislators’ offices as soon as possible.

Warner Appointed to Key Education, Economic Development Posts

May. 05, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) has been appointed to two key posts by leaders of the House of Representatives. He will serve as a member of the Basic Education Funding Commission and the Port of Pittsburgh Commission for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.