CRESSON, Nov. 19 – Paul Dillon, a steadfast volunteer and pillar of the Cresson community, has been named the recipient of the 2021 Charlie Vizzini Volunteerism Award by state Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria. “People like Dillon are the driving force behind the continued success of Cambria County communities,” Burns said. “It gives me great pleasure to recognize his relentless dedication to improving the Cresson area.” Dillon is a retired business owner and a lifelong resident of Cresson. At the age of 68, he remains a highly active volunteer and is frequently sought after by community organizers due to his successful track record with local projects. For nine years, Dillon has volunteered as the food service manager for the Cresson American Legion, where he orchestrates catering for various civic and non-profit events. During the same nine years, he has worked weekly at the Cresson Area Food Pantry, helping countless residents access meals by unloading trucks, stocking shelves and distributing food. Burns said his volunteer endeavors extend far beyond food service. Dillon is currently the treasurer of the Eastern Cambria Chamber of Commerce, president of the Pastoral Council at Saint Francis Church, a volunteer coordinator for the state Transportation Department's Adopt-A-Highway, and an annual volunteer at many community events. “The Charlie Read more
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CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ)– A bridge ceremony was hosted today, Oct. 8, by state Rep. Frank Burns (D-Cambria) for a Dysert man that was killed in the sinking of a U.S. ship during World War Two. Read more
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HARRISBURG, Aug. 20 – State Rep. Frank Burns detailed yet another state grant opportunity for area businesses this week. The Small Business Advantage Grant program is currently accepting applications from farms and small businesses looking to improve their operations through energy efficiency, pollution prevention and natural resource protection. “DEP is making a million dollars available for this program, and it’s awarding up to $5,000 for each grant so this program is a huge prospect for farms and businesses,” said Burns, D-Cambria. “I want to make sure eligible entities in my district have the same chance as any other entity in the state to apply, so that’s why I announce these opportunities, list them on my website and offer help with the application process.” Grants are available for HVAC and boiler upgrades, high-efficiency LED lighting, solvent recovery and waste recycling systems, auxiliary power units that eliminate truck engine idling, and other projects that reduce energy use, as well as streambank buffers, livestock fencing, and other agricultural stormwater runoff management projects. The Department of Environmental Protection will accept applications for this program until the funds are exhausted for this fiscal year. Those eligible are Pennsylvania small business owners and farmers with 100 or fewer full-time employees. More Read more
HARRISBURG, Aug. 18 – State Rep. Frank Burns announced today that five local fire departments received state grants to support their communities with increased protection from wildfires. “Smaller communities, especially rural areas, deal with the same fire dangers larger cities have, such as building fires and vehicle accidents, but they also have to be prepared to handle brush and forest fires,” Burns said. “These grants are designed to help make sure those departments are prepared and trained to battle these types of potentially deadly situations.” The departments receiving funding within the 72nd District: • Ashville Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 -- $1,600. • Carrolltown Fire Co. -- $4,480. • East Taylor Volunteer Fire Co. -- $665. • Gallitzin Fire Co. No. 1 -- $10,000. • Loretto Fire Co. -- $2,387. The Rural Volunteer Firefighter Assistance Grant program, awarded through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources from federal grants from the U.S. Agriculture Department, helps local departments in rural areas and communities with fewer than 10,000 people. Funding may be used for training and equipment purchases directly related to fighting brush and forest fires. The grants were awarded on a cost-share basis, with the maximum grant being $10,000, not to exceed 50% of the entity’s actual expenditures. Read more
EBENSBURG, Aug. 16 – In a prime example of collaboration leading to success, state Rep. Frank Burns is announcing $55,000 in state grants to fund four projects, made possible through his partnership with the Johnstown-based 1889 Foundation. Burns, D-Cambria, said since these small-scale projects don’t always qualify for other state aid, the situation required a persistent and creative approach that took more than a year and included $20,000 in additional help from the foundation. “Because we worked together for the common good, these four projects will not meet the fate of falling between the funding cracks,” Burns said. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way. In this case, we had the collective will – and the 1889 Foundation was instrumental in helping find a way.” Burns listed the grant recipients, amounts and projects as: Keystone Regional Fire & Rescue Department -- $21,598 for purchase of a new generator for its fire hall. Reade Township -- $18,120 for recreation area fencing. Patton Park -- $9,440 for a security system for its park and swimming pool. Cresson Lions Club -- $5,842 for a swimming pool water purification/chemical system. Susan M. Mann, 1889 Foundation president, whose organization supports innovative programs and initiatives that improve and transform the health and wellness of the region, said its members Read more
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