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McNeill appointed chair of Northeast Democratic Delegation

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

 

PA Treasury could be holding your unclaimed property

(Dec 01, 2022)

Each year, the Pennsylvania Treasury receives millions of dollars of unclaimed property. It is estimated that roughly one in 10 Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property. Read more

 

Get quality health coverage at a low cost through Pennie

(Dec 01, 2022)

Last year, many Pennsylvanians enrolled in health insurance through a Pennie plan and paid lower monthly premiums due to premium subsidies included in the American Rescue Plan Act. Read more

 

Need help heating your home? Apply to LIHEAP this winter.

(Dec 01, 2022)

Everyone should be able to keep warm during the coldest months of the year, and LIHEAP is a true security blanket for those who are in need. Read more

 

Whitehall Starbucks employees join call for unionization; vote set for Friday

(Nov 29, 2022)

Some of the local officials attending included Democratic state Reps. Jeanne McNeill and Peter Schweyer, Allentown City Council member Joshua Siegel, and Allentown Mayor Matthew Tuerk. Read more

 

Employees at Starbucks in Whitehall Twp. to vote on unionizing this week

(Nov 29, 2022)

State Representatives Jeanne McNeill and Peter Schweyer paid a visit to the Starbucks on MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township to support the workers there. Read more

 

Pashinski hosts local leaders to discuss solutions to the commercial truck issue on Giants Despair in Laurel Run Borough

(Nov 29, 2022)

During the meeting, Pashinski said officials discussed possible solutions, including additional signage, converting the road to a one-way, alerting truck companies about road restrictions, updating GPS guidance systems, and several other proposals that will be pursued before the next meeting. Read more

 

Supports available for Pa. grandparents, others raising children amid substance abuse

(Nov 24, 2022)

State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Luzerne, spoke of how a bipartisan bill package adopted in 2018, spurred by the testimony of grandparents in situations like Shanahan’s, created PA KinConnector and authorized temporary legal guardianship for caregivers. Read more

 

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

PA Treasury could be holding your unclaimed property
Dec 01, 2022

Get quality health coverage at a low cost through Pennie
Dec 01, 2022

Need help heating your home? Apply to LIHEAP this winter.
Dec 01, 2022

Whitehall Starbucks employees join call for unionization; vote set for Friday
Nov 29, 2022

Employees at Starbucks in Whitehall Twp. to vote on unionizing this week
Nov 29, 2022

Pashinski hosts local leaders to discuss solutions to the commercial truck issue on Giants Despair in Laurel Run Borough
Nov 29, 2022

Supports available for Pa. grandparents, others raising children amid substance abuse
Nov 24, 2022