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McNeill appointed chair of Northeast Democratic Delegation

IronPigs Announce Stadium Improvements Will Be Fully Funded, Ready for Opening Day 2023

(Dec 20, 2022)

During a press conference celebrating the funding announcement, State Rep. Mike Schlossberg, D-132nd spoke about the importance of the region banding together to help the IronPigs stay in the Lehigh Valley. Read more

 

Letter: State Rep. Urges Lower Saucon Council to Oppose Landfill Rezoning

(Dec 20, 2022)

I have been contacted by several constituents who either live in the affected area or are residents of other parts of Lower Saucon. They have expressed concerns over the proposed rezoning, concerns which I share. Read more

 

Community members help deliver gifts to elementary schools in Allentown

(Dec 16, 2022)

"It's a happy event. It's a reminder of why we all do what we do, which is to make life better," said State Rep. Mike Schlossberg. "To put a smile on the face of kids." Read more

 

Haddock lauds $524,000 funding for county rail infrastructure improvement project

(Dec 15, 2022)

“This funding allows necessary repairs to be made to our railway system, which means not only will products keep heading to store shelves without disruption, but also creates new job opportunities right here in Luzerne and Lackawanna counties,” said Haddock. Read more

 

Rozzi highlights law enforcement safety grants benefitting Berks communities

(Dec 15, 2022)

“This funding will put greater crimefighting and community support tools directly where our law enforcement officials tell us it is needed most,” Rozzi said. Read more

 

‘We will take care of a lot of people here’

(Dec 15, 2022)

“We always look for ways to do good things,” Pashinski said. “This amazing facility will be a one-stop shop for health care. I’m proud to have worked together with our mayor and our senator and the Wright Center.” Read more

 

Wright Center unveils work on new Wilkes-Barre health care clinic

(Dec 15, 2022)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-121, of Wilkes-Barre, said the new clinic will be a godsend to people without adequate health care coverage in the area. Read more

 

More lights, more planters, more charm coming to narrow street in Downtown Easton

(Dec 15, 2022)

“The walkability of Easton is truly its greatest strength,” said state Rep. Robert Freeman at a news conference at Easton City Hall. Read more

 

Josh Siegel: Midterms showed voters wanted governance not gridlock

(Dec 12, 2022)

Voters want elected representatives who are serious about solving problems and committed to making government function. Let us start the new year by bringing an end to the era of zero-sum politics and ushering in an era of solutions that extend beyond party or partisanship. Read more

 

Rozzi’s office provides Christmas presents for more than 300 area children

(Dec 09, 2022)

“Times are tough for so many people, and the holidays can exacerbate financial struggles. My office is happy to help relieve this pressure for families in need and replace financial worries with happy memories, instead,” Rozzi said. Read more

 

State representative Kyle Donahue talks about Scranton City Council as he prepares for Harrisburg

(Dec 09, 2022)

On the latest News Engine Podcast, newly elected state representative and former Scranton City Council President Kyle Donahue looks back on his days working for the city while he looks ahead to his position in Harrisburg representing the 113th legislative district. Read more

 

McClinton applauds, welcomes newest members to House Democratic Caucus

(Dec 08, 2022)

“In January, the House Democratic Caucus will proudly swear in the largest and most diverse class of freshmen legislators in over a decade,” said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. That includes five new members of the Northeast Delegation. Read more

 

Career/Technical Training, School Safety and Security, and Arts and Culture Funding Opportunities

(Dec 05, 2022)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Pennsylvania detention facility long at center of community protests to lose ICE contract in January

(Dec 05, 2022)

Sen. Casey and Rep. Guzman praise the decision to end the contract early next year, and are urging that the site’s doors be shuttered forever. Read more

 

Pa. lawmakers float nearly 200 ideas for new laws, but power struggle in House complicates route to passage

(Dec 03, 2022)

Among the ideas is a proposal from Rep. Schlossberg laying out how to spend $100 million on mental health needs. Read more

 

Haddock announces district office open and ready to serve constituents

(Dec 02, 2022)

“I am truly honored to be chosen as your representative and be the voice of the great people of Luzerne and Lackawanna counties in Harrisburg,” said Haddock. “I invite anyone who needs assistance to visit our Hughestown Office and discuss how I can best serve you as your state representative.” Read more

 

Starbucks workers in Whitehall join national union wave. Vote set for Friday.

(Dec 01, 2022)

The event was attended by state Reps. Jeanne McNeill and Peter Schweyer, Allentown Mayor Andrew Tuerk and workers with the United Automobile Workers union at Mack Trucks. Read more

 

Marcon Properties, LLC, to purchase former Allentown Metal Works site

(Dec 01, 2022)

State Rep. Peter Schweyer says public funds are vital for this kind of project and will pay off in the long run, with good-paying local jobs. Read more

 

Guzman praises closing of controversial center for immigrants

(Dec 01, 2022)

“I’m glad that this facility is finally closed. This long-awaited moment is the result of a lot of work and the joint effort of the community. This is very rewarding because I embraced this battle as my mission,” Guzman said. Read more

 

PennDOT is hiring for winter maintenance

(Dec 01, 2022)

Employees hired for the Winter Maintenance Program are critical to a safe winter season, and these temporary opportunities are an excellent pathway to a permanent career with PennDOT. Read more

 

IronPigs Announce Stadium Improvements Will Be Fully Funded, Ready for Opening Day 2023
Dec 20, 2022

Letter: State Rep. Urges Lower Saucon Council to Oppose Landfill Rezoning
Dec 20, 2022

Community members help deliver gifts to elementary schools in Allentown
Dec 16, 2022

Haddock lauds $524,000 funding for county rail infrastructure improvement project
Dec 15, 2022

Rozzi highlights law enforcement safety grants benefitting Berks communities
Dec 15, 2022

‘We will take care of a lot of people here’
Dec 15, 2022

Wright Center unveils work on new Wilkes-Barre health care clinic
Dec 15, 2022

More lights, more planters, more charm coming to narrow street in Downtown Easton
Dec 15, 2022

Josh Siegel: Midterms showed voters wanted governance not gridlock
Dec 12, 2022

Rozzi’s office provides Christmas presents for more than 300 area children
Dec 09, 2022

State representative Kyle Donahue talks about Scranton City Council as he prepares for Harrisburg
Dec 09, 2022

McClinton applauds, welcomes newest members to House Democratic Caucus
Dec 08, 2022

Career/Technical Training, School Safety and Security, and Arts and Culture Funding Opportunities
Dec 05, 2022

Pennsylvania detention facility long at center of community protests to lose ICE contract in January
Dec 05, 2022

Pa. lawmakers float nearly 200 ideas for new laws, but power struggle in House complicates route to passage
Dec 03, 2022

Haddock announces district office open and ready to serve constituents
Dec 02, 2022

Starbucks workers in Whitehall join national union wave. Vote set for Friday.
Dec 01, 2022

Marcon Properties, LLC, to purchase former Allentown Metal Works site
Dec 01, 2022

Guzman praises closing of controversial center for immigrants
Dec 01, 2022

PennDOT is hiring for winter maintenance
Dec 01, 2022