
Doug Mastriano Declines 2024 Senate Run
Pennsylvania State Senator Doug Mastriano, known for his robust stance on issues like abortion, the COVID-19 pandemic, and 2020 election, has confirmed that he will
Pennsylvania State Senator Doug Mastriano, known for his robust stance on issues like abortion, the COVID-19 pandemic, and 2020 election, has confirmed that he will
The Pennsylvania House has passed two controversial gun bills, receiving bipartisan support, although their prospects of reaching the governor’s desk are uncertain due to the
In a move to address the discrepancies in Pennsylvania’s current zero tolerance DUI law, a new bill has been filed by Republican Senator Mike Regan
John Fetterman, United States Senator, is pressing President Joe Biden to explore the potential of the 14th Amendment as a means of circumventing a default
New York-based company Fluent, LLC, and its subsidiaries are facing penalties for their part in generating millions of nuisance telemarketing calls to Pennsylvanian citizens, announced
U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Susan Collins (R-ME) have joined forces to introduce a bill aimed at improving access to vital nutrition assistance for
Dean Horst provided the following statement following his landslide victory in the Republican Primary for County Commissioner: “I am truly humbled by the support of voters from across
In response to the alarming increase in pedestrian fatalities, lawmakers propose higher fines for drivers who pose a risk to pedestrians. Rep. Steve Malagari, D-Lansdale,
At their regularly scheduled Supervisors meeting on May 15, Washington Township Supervisors accepted an art donation from Ivanka Litoshik. Litoshik, who is a member of
House Republicans in Pennsylvania are expressing reservations about Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposal to cut cell phone taxes while raising 911 fees tied to the consumer
A groundbreaking proposal has emerged in the House, aiming to investigate the potential benefits of implementing four-day workweeks in Pennsylvania. This innovative pilot program, supported
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, May 16, as it signifies the municipal primary election. This crucial event grants voters the opportunity to select their party’s
The Chambersburg Borough Gas Department earned two significant awards from the Gas Authority, a joint action agency in support of the Borough’s public natural gas
Pennsylvania is among the states with the highest corporate net income tax rate in the US. However, recent healthy tax revenues have led Republicans to
Leading Conservative Republican candidates for County Commissioner, John Flannery and Dean Horst, issued a joint statement condemning “Democracy First”, a democrat-funded liberal super PAC group.
Do you know where your polling place is located? Are you still considered an active voter. If you are not sure, you can now check
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Pennsylvania State Police, and motorcycle safety advocates have teamed up to promote safe driving practices for motorists and riders alike,
Submitted by Matthew D. Fogal, District Attorney “One Team, One Fight.” That is forever. It steadfastly means something special here and has always meant something
Governor Josh Shapiro recently visited Erie to promote his plan to grow Pennsylvania’s property tax and rent rebate program, the first expansion in almost two
A revenue analysis predicts that legalizing adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania, as proposed in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget, could generate over $250 million annually. However, some
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that the Senate will undertake a bill to strengthen America’s global leadership, and Senator Casey is among the key
In recent news, a coalition of state financial officials, led by Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, are voicing their opposition to new federal mortgage fees they
Pennsylvania-based debt collection company International Credit Recovery, Inc. (ICR), officer Richard Diorio, Jr., and manager Cynthia Powell have agreed to a permanent ban from the
Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are looking for ways to replace the gas tax with electric vehicle fees as the state’s revenue for funding road and bridge
The House Judiciary Committee, which is controlled by Democrats, passed a bill called the “Fairness Act” that aims to prevent discrimination. However, concerns have been
State Senator Greg Rothman (R-Cumberland/Dauphin/Perry) has proposed the elimination of Pennsylvania’s personal income tax, which he believes has caused college graduates and businesses to leave
Pennsylvania has recently joined other states in drafting parental rights legislation, which has sparked concerns among parents and led to heated school board meetings and
From: Franklin County Election Board In a few weeks, voters will be choosing which candidates from their political party will move forward to the November 7,
On March 27, 2023, Town Council hired FlockWorks, Orrstown, PA, to provide guided goat grazing to clear overgrown land along the banks of the Conococheague
A recent report by the Reason Foundation revealed that Pennsylvania’s highway performance and cost-effectiveness ranked 41st in the nation. Despite some improvements in the state’s
Just a few weeks away from the Primary Election on May 16, Magisterial District Judge Annie R. Gómez Shockey announces a key endorsement from the State
Republican Senator Dan Laughlin wants to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour by 2026. He believes that workers are unable to
127 nonprofit, municipal, and municipal authority projects across Franklin County are set to receive more than $10 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds through
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently imposed sanctions on Fulton County after it allowed a third-party company to access its 2020 voting machines, defying a court
Just ahead of Earth Day, state officials said Pennsylvania will use federal money to tackle climate change. The Climate Reduction Pollution Grants will help county
Ahead of the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 16, Franklin Votes provides voter resources for Franklin County residents. Franklin Votes is a non-partisan initiative driven
The House Judiciary Committee today voted in favor of legislation authored by Rep. Rob Kauffman (R-Franklin), Republican chairman of the committee, that seeks to support
As a result of Act 77 of 2019, Pennsylvania voters now have two options to receive and vote a ballot prior to Election Day. You
Pennsylvanians who wish to participate in the May 16 municipal primary election but are not already registered to vote should be sure to register no
April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Pennsylvania, and while the state has mandated certain professionals such as teachers, healthcare providers, and clergy
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