Fallen Hero Honored Through Bridge Dedication

Oct. 19, 2022 /

NEW BALTIMORE–A local Vietnam War serviceman who died in the line of duty was honored on Saturday, Oct. 15, when a Bedford County bridge was dedicated in his memory.

Twardzik, Argall Announce $1 Million Awarded to Schuylkill County to Fight Blight, Build New Housing

Oct. 19, 2022 /

SHENANDOAH – A new effort to demolish blighted buildings on the 100 block of North Brower Street in Shenandoah and build housing for seniors will be awarded $500,000 from the Department of Community and Economic Development, announced Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. David Argall (R-29). Preliminary plans for the block aim to build 36 residential units for senior citizens.

Flood to Host PHEAA Seminar

Oct. 17, 2022 /

WHAT: Rep. Ann Flood (R-Northampton) is hosting a Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Authority (PHEAA) seminar regarding higher education. Attendees will receive information on higher education and financial planning.

Farry Receives RCPA Legislative Leadership Award

Oct. 14, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Frank Farry (R-Bucks) yesterday accepted the Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association (RCPA) Legislative Leadership Award for his continued legislative commitment to human services.

Blairsville Teen Wins House Scholarship

Oct. 14, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Abby Major (R-Armstrong/Indiana/Butler) today announced that Elizabeth Bruner of Blairsville has been selected as one of two winners of the 2022 Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Scholarship.

Cook Hosts Second Annual Women in Leadership Conference

Oct. 14, 2022 /

Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Fayette) hosted his second Women in Leadership Conference at PennWest California on Thursday, Oct. 6. Several females from different industries came together to share their stories of leadership and success with attendees.

Warner Hosts Breakfast for Area Veterans

Oct. 14, 2022 /

LEMONT FURNACE – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) is inviting area veterans in the 52nd Legislative District to his annual Veterans Recognition Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 28, from 9-11 a.m. at the Connellsville Township Fire Hall, 905 Fireman St., Connellsville.

Metzgar to Designate Memorial Bridge in Honor of Local Hero

Oct. 13, 2022 /

WHAT: The bridge located on T.R. 413 on Grasser Road in Juniata Township, Bedford County, over the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River at the intersection of New Baltimore Road, will be designated the Army Specialist Four Harold Phillip Grasser Memorial Bridge. Grasser, a Manns Choice native, was killed in action on April 30, 1968, during the Vietnam War at the South Vietnam Go Cong Province.

Grove Responds to Chapman Ignoring U.S. Supreme Court Ruling

Oct. 12, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – In response to Acting Pennsylvania Secretary of State Leigh Chapman decision to not follow the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on undated ballots, Rep. Seth Grove (R-York), chairman of the House State Government Committee, issued the following statement:

Bonner, Wentling Co-Host Hearing on Pennsylvania’s EMS Crisis

Oct. 12, 2022 /

GROVE CITY – The emergency medical services (EMS) crisis is sweeping the Commonwealth. Reps. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) and Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) brought emergency responders and health care professionals together to testify before the House Majority Policy Committee on the issues they face.

Topper to Host Bridge Dedication for Local World War II Hero

Oct. 12, 2022 /

WHAT: Rep. Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Franklin/Fulton), local and state dignitaries, and family members of U.S. Army Cpl. William Glen Imler will gather to dedicate a bridge in Imler’s honor. Imler served our nation in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He was killed in action in 1944 at age 29.

O’Neal to Host Pizza and Policy Event

Oct. 11, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim O’Neal (R-Washington) today announced he will be hosting a Pizza and Policy event on Friday, Oct. 14, at the North Strabane Township Fire Department Station 2.

PA House Majority Leader Offers Condolences Following Death of State Rep. Tony DeLuca

Oct. 10, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) issued the following statement of condolence following the death of state Rep. Tony DeLuca (D-Allegheny): “I am saddened over the news of the passing of my friend, Rep. Tony DeLuca. In the years we served together in the Pennsylvania House, I always enjoyed his light-hearted manner and respected his thoughtful approach to legislating."

DeLuca’s Legacy Lives on in House, Speaker Says

Oct. 10, 2022 /

HARRISBURG – Speaker of the House Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) issued the following statement upon learning of the passing of Rep. Tony DeLuca (D-Allegheny): “Our chamber will not be the same when we reconvene for session. Rep. DeLuca was not just our longest serving current member, but one of the most revered and respected by his colleagues and all Pennsylvanians.