SCRANTON, Jan. 20 — State Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna, announced today that the Commonwealth Financing Authority has approved over $2.7 million in state funding for projects in the region. “These grants will make our region more attractive to homeowners and businesses by improving the safety of our roads and sidewalks, while supporting economic growth,” Kosierowski said. “The stormwater and sewer upgrades will also help ensure our residents’ drinking water remains safe from contaminants. I was proud to collaborate with state Senator Marty Flynn to highlight the importance of these projects to the Shapiro administration and the CFA, showing how funding them will provide long-term benefits for community safety and health.” Funding from the Multimodal Transportation Fund includes: $250,000 – 717-719 Capouse Avenue LLC, for sidewalk and curbing replacement, plus lighting and landscaping along Capouse Avenue in Scranton. $450,000 – Dickson City Borough for Phase III of roadway safety improvements at the Main Street and Viewmont Drive intersection. $850,000 – Lackawanna County for roadway and pedestrian infrastructure improvements along North Main Avenue and Greenridge Street in Scranton. $250,000 – City of Scranton to enhance the streetscape of Penn Avenue/Capouse Avenue. $400,000 – South Abington Township for improvements to West Grove Street and pedestrian access at Abington Read more
State Rep. Jeanne McNeill announced today that $1.48 million in state funding has been awarded to two projects in her Lehigh County legislative district. Read more
State Rep. Kyle Donahue today announced that $2.5 million in state funding has been awarded to support transportation and water infrastructure projects across the 113th Legislative District. Read more
Newswatch 16's Melissa Steininger explains how a generous donation is helping families as the cost at the grocery store keeps growing. Read more
HARRISBURG, Dec. 30 — Today, state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna announced that the Scranton has been selected for $1,395,860 in funding through the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. The city will use the funds to replace the Ash Street Bridge. “The Ash Street Bridge is a key piece of our local infrastructure that is in need of repair,” Kosierowski said. “This targeted investment will restore the bridge, making our motorists and pedestrians safer.” The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grant funding to municipalities, councils of governments, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities to improve transportation assets and enhance communities. The projects support the safety and accessibility of Pennsylvania’s infrastructure. Applications for the next round of MTF grants will open on Jan. 5 at 8 a.m. and will be due by Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. Grant recipients are expected to be announced in summer 2026. More information about the program and funded projects is available at the PennDOT website . Read more
“This investment is good news for Avoca and will allow the borough to make the street safer for pedestrians and drivers,” said Haddock Read more
Probst wants the public to know that her office is available to help with any issues that may arise from the construction in progress along I-80 in East Stroudsburg. Read more
“Elk hunting in Pennsylvania is a cornerstone of our state’s cherished hunting traditions,” said Haddock. Read more
HARRISBURG, Dec. 18 – State Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna, today announced $1.7 million in state funding for community improvement projects and local museums in her legislative district. Kosierowski advocated for grants awarded from the Statewide Local Share Account, which is funded from the PA Race Horse Development Gaming Act. “This state funding will help our district address many critical needs from feeding the food-insecure to making our sidewalks safer to renovating important community infrastructures, including roof repair and stormwater maintenance,” Kosierowski said. “I am honored that I was able to bring this money home to support these worthy projects and the people who will benefit from them. I am grateful to my fellow legislators who also advocated for these grants, especially state Sen. Marty Flynn, who was instrumental in getting them approved for our region.” “These grants truly took a village of committed people coming together to create and spearhead initiatives that will make our neighbors’ lives better. When we work together, we can achieve great things for our community. ” Projects awarded LSA funding in Kosierowski’s legislative district include: $97,298 to Lackawanna County to improve the soccer field, playground and accessibility of Merli-Sarnoski Park in Greenfield Township. $200,000 to South Abington Township to replace a culvert running beneath White Birch Road. Read more
State Rep. Robert Freeman welcomes $1.85 million in state grants for safety, recreation and equipment improvements in his legislative district in Northampton County. Read more
“It’s critical that we continue to invest in projects that support local organizations and that will make our region a better place to live. I’m dedicated to continuing to fight for these crucial investments in our communities,” said Probst, D-Monroe/Pike. Read more
State Rep. Jim Haddock announced today that the Commonwealth Financing Authority awarded $2.1 million in state grants to support 18 projects across his legislative district in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties. Read more
State Rep. Steve Samuelson, D-Northampton, and state Sen. Nick Miller, D-Lehigh/Northampton, announced that a $200,000 Statewide Local Share Account grant for Hanover Township was awarded today by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Read more
Grant funding of $1.92 million from the statewide Local Share Account will go to support infrastructure and recreational improvements in Lackawanna County, state Rep. Kyle Donahue announced today. Read more
State Sen. Lisa Boscola and state Rep. Steve Samuelson, both D-Northampton, announced that a $475,000 Statewide Local Share Account grant for New Bethany was awarded today by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Read more
State Rep. Jeanne McNeill announced today that more than $2 million in new grant funding from the statewide Local Share Account, and Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program is being awarded to multiple organizations for projects across Lehigh County. Read more
State Reps. Peter Schweyer and Michael Schlossberg announced today that more than $2 million in state funding from the statewide Local Share Account will go to multiple projects in the community. Read more
State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski and his district office staff will host their third annual Cocoa and Carols from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18 at the district office located at 152 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Wilkes-Barre PA 18705. Read more
State Rep. Jeanne McNeill’s legislation combatting the growth of illegal, foreign-manufactured e-cigarettes containing nicotine, including flavored products designed to appeal to youth, is set to become law. Read more
HARRISBURG, DEC. 16 – State Rep. Bridget Kosierowski today announced the approval of over $1.3 million from the Neighborhood Assistance Program to help low-income people and communities and improve distressed areas in Lackawanna County. The funding was approved this week by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Through NAP, businesses can receive tax credits of up to 95 percent on contributions they make to a qualifying community project. “Thanks to NAP’s tax credits, these public-private partnerships in Lackawanna County will address pressing socio-economic problems like blight, food insecurity, mental illness, domestic violence and workforce development,” Kosierowski said. “This money will aid those in need, building up our communities. I am grateful to the Shapiro administration for its financial support of Lackawanna County and its faith in our future. I will continue to advocate for more dollars to be allocated for projects in our district.” The following programs received Neighborhood Assistance Program funding: $95,000 for NeighborWorks to help fight blight and improve infrastructure in West Scranton by funding 30 residential façade improvements, hosting free community events, and training 7 resident leaders. $45,000 for Agency for Community EmPOWERment of NEPA to help renovate ACE's Scranton Pre-K facility by leveling the floors on the third floor to prepare the site for Read more
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