Looking to build on the continued success of the Northeast region in the Commonwealth, state Rep. Jeanne McNeill assumed the role of chair of the Northeast Democratic Delegation in the PA House of Representatives today, a role previously held by state Rep. Maureen Madden. Read more
“Across Pennsylvania, faithful people of Muslim, Christian and Jewish faiths are observing religious holidays, grounded in their individual yet collective belief that a better day is ahead of us, filled with love, understanding, peace, justice and a sense of community that protects the dignity of each and every beloved person who calls this world home. We cannot lose sight of the tragedy of this legislation, seeking to codify discrimination and justify hate, being brought to Pennsylvanians as we are called to be better. Such a tragedy will cost us human lives for no gain, material or otherwise,” Schlossberg said. Read more
The University of Scranton is grateful to Rep. Mike Carroll, Rep. Kyle Mullins, Rep. Bridget Koseiroski, Rep. Thom Welby, and Nolan Trently, Scranton office director for Sen. Marty Flynn, for their participation in this year’s event. Read more
“A child complaining of a headache wouldn’t know it was caused by carbon monoxide poisoning, and in many instances, a caregiver might not jump to that conclusion,” McNeill said. Read more
The 2,502 state- and locally owned bridges in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming counties — the state Department of Transportation’s District 4 — include 23.6% rated in poor condition with 33 closed and 147 posted with weight limits. Read more
Included are several grant programs that recently opened for applications. Read more
“It’s been a full year since this bill passed in the House of Representatives, and the Senate needs to act now,” Rozzi said. “Many senators are on record as supporters and the sole obstacle that remains is the majority party leadership’s refusal to allow a vote on the legislation." Read more
Wolf made the demand in the Capitol Rotunda with victims of child sex abuse accompanying him. Among them was Muhlenberg Township Democratic Rep. Mark Rozzi, a victim himself who has been pushing for the legislation for years. Read more
Reps. Schweyer and Schlossberg offer input on the anti-trans legislation that was voted through the House Education Committee last week. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski recognized March as Music in Our Schools Month in Pennsylvania. Pashinski, a former musician and music teacher, is a proud advocate for school music programs and the power of music to influence and enhance our lives. Read more
At a Capitol rally, Pa. state Rep. Mike Schlossberg joined students from across the state to highlight the power of after-school programs in building a brighter future for our kids. Read more
Krueger was joined at Tuesday’s new conference by state Reps. Jennifer O’Mara, Morgan Cephas and Bridget Kosierowski. Read more
Beginning in 2018, LVHN set up emergency department, inpatient, and primary care-based resources to support patients with OUD and to provide MAT. Read more
“The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program benefits seniors and people with disabilities with more than 400,000 people receiving rebates each year. My office alone helps about 800 people each year complete their rebate applications,” said Rep. Samuelson. Read more
“Whatever your rebate is this year would be doubled, if our proposal is enacted,” Rep. Samuelson said. Read more
“These recent months have illustrated how vital our health care system is to keeping communities here in Lehigh County and across the commonwealth healthy, both physically and mentally,” said McNeill. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Kyle Mullins wants residents to know that his office is available to assist with state-related programs and services. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski is proud to represent communities in Northeastern Pa., and will continue working hard to ensure smart decisions are made in Harrisburg this budget season. Read more
State Rep. Bridget M. Kosierowski, a Scranton-area Democrat who’s the House’s only nurse, issued a dire warning, saying “no legislator or candidate should every put forth an agenda that dismantles” the law. Read more
A 2019 state report argued early school start times “can contribute substantially to adolescent sleep deprivation,” along with other consequences that could occur if high school students don’t get enough sleep. Read more
Four drop boxes will be in the same locations used in the Nov. 2 general election: the county-owned Penn Place Building in downtown Wilkes-Barre, the Pittston Memorial Library in Pittston, Hazleton City Hall, and the Wright Township Volunteer Fire Department in Mountain Top. Read more
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