Jul. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Working to ensure all kids and their families can enjoy the benefits of play, Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) praised passage of a bill he co-prime sponsored to improve playground accessibility for children with disabilities.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
HAZLETON – In an effort to gather greater public input on local and state issues within the 116th Legislative District, Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne) today announced a new initiative he’s calling “Face the Future.”
Jul. 18, 2023 /
WHAT: Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove (R-York) will offer a media briefing covering funding for the state-related universities and an update on the budget impasse.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
HARRISBURG - Rep. Michael Stender (R-Northumberland/Montour) voted “no” on the $45.55 billion Fiscal Year 2023-24 state budget that was voted on by the House.
Jul. 18, 2023 /
We welcome thousands of visitors each year to the many sights and attractions here in Carbon County. For some residents, this is an opportunity to host out-of-town families – either as an Airbnb or a VRBO (vacation rental by owner).
Jul. 17, 2023 /
WHAT: State Rep. Seth Grove (R-York) will host a bridge dedication ceremony to honor local World War II hero, 2nd Lt. John H. Sterner.
Jul. 17, 2023 /
As the state budget impasse continues in Harrisburg, one sticking point is funding for higher education – more specifically, the four “state-related” universities of Pitt, Penn State, Temple and Lincoln.
Jul. 16, 2023 /
Imagine sitting in a car dealership and feeling pretty good about negotiating a great deal on a new-to-you used car. Strong valuation of your trade-in, low interest rate, and even some nice “freebies” thrown in by the dealership. The salesman has all the terms ready for you to sign, but suddenly gets a call to head to the back office. After returning, he slides the agreement across his desk, ready for your signature.
Jul. 15, 2023 /
MOUNTAIN TOP – During an open house at his district office in Fairview Township today, Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) made several announcements regarding state funding he helped to secure for projects and municipalities in the 119th Legislative District.
Jul. 14, 2023 /
Jul. 14, 2023 /
Jul. 14, 2023 /
TUNKHANNOCK – In her continuing effort to educate older residents about the latest scams and how to protect themselves, Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) is co-hosting “$cam Jam” on Thursday, July 27, in Tunkhannock. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the Shadowbrook Inn and Resort Ballroom, 201 Resort Lane.
Jul. 13, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – When you think of mass public transit, you naturally think of urban areas. State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) wants to look at unmet public transportation needs from a rural perspective.
Jul. 13, 2023 /
The House of Representatives, which is now controlled by a one-vote Democratic majority, recently passed a bill that would increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour.
Jul. 12, 2023 /
HARRISBURG - Rep. Donna Scheuren (R-Montgomery) has partnered with the Pennsylvania American Legion to help local veterans receive all the benefits to which they are entitled.
Jul. 12, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – In addition to serving on three committees, Rep. Joe D’Orsie has been appointed to his fourth – the House Game and Fisheries Committee. He’ll serve in this capacity for the remainder of the 2023-24 session.
Jul. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) was appointed to serve on the House Finance Committee in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
Jul. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – More eligible seniors and people with disabilities will be able to apply for property tax and rent rebates beginning in 2024, according to Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon).
Jul. 11, 2023 /
MCCLELLANDTOWN – Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee for the 2023-24 Legislative Session.
Jul. 11, 2023 /
HARRISBURG – The deadline for Pennsylvania municipalities to apply for Multimodal Transportation Fund grants through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is coming up, according to state Rep. Dallas Kephart
(R-Cambria/Clearfield).