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Commonwealth Uses “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” Approach to Generate Nearly $1.1 Million Through Agency Recycling Program

Commonwealth Uses “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” Approach to Generate Nearly $1.1 Million Through Agency Recycling Program

HARRISBURG, Pa. – In recognition of National Recycling Day, State General Services Secretary Curt Topper encouraged the public to "Reduce, Reuse and Recycle," noting that this approach has helped the commonwealth turn waste into reusable materials and generate nearly $1.1 million in revenue for the commonwealth. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 18, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate At 4.2 Percent

Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate At 4.2 Percent

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) this week released its employment situation report for October 2019. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 16, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Officials Announce Statewide Initiative to Reduce Littering, High Cleanup Costs

Officials Announce Statewide Initiative to Reduce Littering, High Cleanup Costs

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Departments of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Transportation (PennDOT), in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, on Thursday announced an initiative to reduce littering and presented results of the first statewide litter study in over 20 years at a meeting attended by more than 125 local government, legislative, business, and community organization partners. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 15, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Hunters Harvest 89 Elk in 2019 General Season

Hunters Harvest 89 Elk in 2019 General Season

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Ninety-eight hunters took part in Pennsylvania’s 2019 one-week general elk hunt, which closed Nov. 9. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 14, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Department of Health Increases Availability of Nutritious Food to All Pennsylvanians with Expanded eWIC Access

Department of Health Increases Availability of Nutritious Food to All Pennsylvanians with Expanded eWIC Access

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Wolf Administration on Wednesday launched the eWIC program for families in Bucks, Delaware and Philadelphia counties who receive benefits in Pennsylvania’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), bringing the program to all 67 counties. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 14, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Veterans’ Trust Fund Grant Opportunities Available

Veterans’ Trust Fund Grant Opportunities Available

HARRISBURG, Pa. - Governor Tom Wolf announced on Tuesday that the 2019-20 Veterans’ Trust Fund (VTF) is accepting grant applications for programs and services benefiting Pennsylvania veterans. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 13, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Gov. Wolf: State Agencies Prepared for Winter Weather, Pennsylvanians Should Prepare

Gov. Wolf: State Agencies Prepared for Winter Weather, Pennsylvanians Should Prepare

HARRISBURG, Pa. – With the winter weather forecasted to bring snow and ice to the northern tier tonight through Wednesday and a cold snap to the entire state through the week, Governor Tom Wolf said state agencies are prepared and is asking all Pennsylvanians to prepare, too. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 12, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
Officials Establish Links for Continuity of Care for Pennsylvanians Reentering Their Communities

Officials Establish Links for Continuity of Care for Pennsylvanians Reentering Their Communities

HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Pennsylvania departments of Human Services (DHS) and Corrections (DOC) recently announced that all of DOC’s state-run correctional facilities are connected to DHS’ Pennsylvania Patient & Provider Network (P3N). FULL ARTICLE
by · November 9, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News
McCaffery & King in Lead for Superior Court Seats as Vote Count Continues

McCaffery & King in Lead for Superior Court Seats as Vote Count Continues

HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) - In the race for the two open Pennsylvania Superior Court seats, one candidate from each party remains in the lead, but the race is still too close to call. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 8, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News, Political
Department of Health: Educate Yourself About Diabetes, Ways to Reduce Your Risk

Department of Health: Educate Yourself About Diabetes, Ways to Reduce Your Risk

HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Department of Health is encouraging all Pennsylvanians to be aware of the signs and symptoms of diabetes, and to take steps to reduce the risk of developing it by practicing a healthy lifestyle and regularly seeing a primary care provider. FULL ARTICLE
by · November 8, 2019 · Local News, News, PA News