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What They’re Saying About Spotlight Pa’s Democratic and Republican U.S. Senate Debates

What They’re Saying About Spotlight Pa’s Democratic and Republican U.S. Senate Debates

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Nine people who want to be Pennsylvania’s next U.S. senator gathered at two separate debates hosted by Spotlight PA and its founding partners this week. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 29, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News
Area Businesses Named Finalists in PA Wilds Big Idea Contest

Area Businesses Named Finalists in PA Wilds Big Idea Contest

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. - In partnership with the PA WILDS Center for Entrepreneurship, and with funding support provided by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), Ben Franklin Technology Partners’ recent innovation competition targeted the counties of Centre, Clarion, Clearfield, and Jefferson. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 29, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News, Uncategorized
Wolf Administration Awards Jefferson County $339K for Recycling Program

Wolf Administration Awards Jefferson County $339K for Recycling Program

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Wolf Administration awarded Jefferson County $339,022.00 for its recycling program. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 28, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News
Department of State Reminds Voters to Complete & Return Mail Ballot Applications

Department of State Reminds Voters to Complete & Return Mail Ballot Applications

HARRISBURG, Pa.  – Acting Secretary of State Leigh M. Chapman reminded Pennsylvanians on Wednesday they can apply for, complete and return mail ballots in-person in one visit to their county board of elections office until May 10, 2022. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 28, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News, Political
Pa. Election Day 2022: Why Independents Can’t Vote for Candidates This May, and the Push to Change That

Pa. Election Day 2022: Why Independents Can’t Vote for Candidates This May, and the Push to Change That

HARRISBURG, Pa. — When Diana Dakey registered to vote in Pennsylvania, she chose to tick the box that would leave her without a political party. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 27, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News
DuBois Regional Airport to Get $215,000 in State Funding for Rehab Projects

DuBois Regional Airport to Get $215,000 in State Funding for Rehab Projects

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Governor Tom Wolf announced $10 million in state investments to support 12 projects at 10 airports, including DuBois Regional Airport, through the Aviation Transportation Assistance Program. FULL ARTICLE
To Successfully Use Pennsylvania’s ‘Compassionate Release’ Law, He Had to Choose to Die

To Successfully Use Pennsylvania’s ‘Compassionate Release’ Law, He Had to Choose to Die

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — If Bradford Gamble wanted to leave state prison, he had to decide to die. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 23, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News
Jefferson County Included in State Funding for Multimodal Projects to Improve Safety, Mobility, Local Economies

Jefferson County Included in State Funding for Multimodal Projects to Improve Safety, Mobility, Local Economies

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Governor Tom Wolf announced on Thursday that 56 highway, bridge, transit, and bike and pedestrian projects in 28 counties - including Jefferson County - were selected for $47.8 million in funding through the Multimodal Transportation Fund. FULL ARTICLE
by · April 22, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News
Governor Wolf Announces 64 Transportation Alternatives Projects Improving Mobility and Safety in 34 Counties

Governor Wolf Announces 64 Transportation Alternatives Projects Improving Mobility and Safety in 34 Counties

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Governor Tom Wolf and PennDOT Secretary Yassmin Gramian on Wednesday announced the approval of funding for 64 projects to improve transportation alternatives and enhance mobility and public accessibility across the state, 43 of which are funded through the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). FULL ARTICLE
by · April 21, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News
Public Invited to Learn About Progress on Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Investments in Electric Vehicle Charging

Public Invited to Learn About Progress on Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Investments in Electric Vehicle Charging

HARRISBURG, Pa. – As the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) continues developing its plans for electric-vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure investments from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the public is encouraged to learn about planning and funding for electric vehicle infrastructure, as well as submit questions during a webinar on Wednesday, April 27.  FULL ARTICLE
by · April 21, 2022 · Local News, News, PA News