American Petroleum Institute Hosts Event in Salem Township, Welcomed by Cabell, to Highlight Area’s Appeal for AI Data Centers

Aug. 16, 2024 /

SALEM TOWNSHIP – This week, the American Petroleum Institute (API) hosted a roundtable hearing in Luzerne County, welcomed by Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne), U.S. Congressman Dan Meuser (R-9) and other lawmakers, to discuss how Pennsylvania’s abundant natural gas and energy resources can enhance the reliability of the electric grid and attract major companies, like Amazon, to build AI data centers across the state.

Watro to Host Senior Expo Sept. 19

Aug. 16, 2024 /

HAZLETON – In his continuing effort to improve the quality of life for older residents in the Hazleton area, Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) will host his annual Senior Citizens Expo on Thursday, Sept. 19.

Greene County Farm Honored with Century Farm Award, Cook Says

Aug. 15, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – The Smith Family Farm in Center Township, Greene County, was honored today by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture as a Century Farm. Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) joined in the celebration by presenting the family with a citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in recognition of this generational achievement.

Working to Lower Prescription Drug Prices in Pennsylvania

Aug. 14, 2024 /

Many Pennsylvania residents are struggling to pay for their prescription medication. Bipartisan legislation that was signed into law recently should bring about positive reforms that will help to reduce costs in the health care system.

Pickett to Host Senior Expo in Wyoming County Sept. 13

Aug. 14, 2024 /

TUNKHANNOCK – In her continuing effort to assist older residents, Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) is inviting seniors and their caregivers to her second annual Wyoming County Senior Expo on Friday, Sept. 13.

Marcell, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Bucks County Schools

Aug. 14, 2024 /

JAMISON—Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), recently convened a hearing to examine the efforts and strategies employed by the Council Rock School District and the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) to deliver a high-quality education to their students while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

Lawrence County Awarded Municipal Waste Planning Grant

Aug. 14, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) is pleased to announce Lawrence County has been awarded a $72,675 Municipal Waste Planning Grant by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This funding will be used to revise and update the county's Solid Waste Management Plan, ensuring that Lawrence County remains a leader in effective waste management and environmental stewardship.

Mackenzie Invites Local Seniors to Her Upcoming Senior Expo Event

Aug. 13, 2024 /

Harrisburg, PA – Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) invites local seniors to attend her upcoming Senior Expo on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lower Milford Township Fire Company, 1601 Limeport Pike, Coopersburg, PA.

Rigby to Host Shredding Event for 71st District Residents

Aug. 13, 2024 /

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) is hosting a free document shredding event for residents of the 71st Legislative District on Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Richland Township Fire Department, 1321 Scalp Ave., Johnstown.