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LANDENBERG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary announced a public planning meeting for Big Elk Creek State Park to present the initial development and restoration …
DCNR Announces Public Planning Meeting for Big Elk Creek State Park Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In response to concerns from Jewish constituents, State Senator Jay Costa is advocating for a change in the date of Pennsylvania’s 2024 primary election. The current scheduled date, …
Pennsylvania State Senators Push for Change in 2024 Primary Election Date to Respect Passover Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a significant move towards safeguarding sports officials in Pennsylvania, State Senator Jimmy Dillon (D, Philadelphia) announced the successful passage Wednesday of Senate Bill 842, known as the …
Pennsylvania Senate Passes Respect the Whistle Act, Seeks to Boost Safety for Sports Officials Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Commissioners presented a proclamation at this week’s Commissioners’ Meeting for Operation Green Light, the initiative that recognizes the important contributions of veterans.  Operation Green Light runs from November …
Chester County Commissioners Rally Behind Operation Green Light: Join the Movement, Get Your Free Green Light! Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Department of Drug and Alcohol Services is seeking input from everyone who lives or works in Chester County – especially those affected by opioids …
Have Your Say! Chester County Department of Drug and Alcohol Services Calls for Input on $19.7M Opioid Settlement Funds Read More
SOUTH COATESVILLE, PA — The South Coatesville Borough Council is actively considering the transformation of an 80-acre property on Upper Gap Road into a solar farm, reports Brenden Curry for LNP …
South Coatesville Borough Council Evaluates Solar Farm Proposals for Revenue Generation and Sustainable Energy Production Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Members of the bipartisan, bicameral Animal Protection Caucus celebrated the final passage of a bill aimed at strengthening Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement (BDLE). The House and …
Pennsylvania Legislature Approves Bill to Bolster Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis joined the Pennsylvania Jewish Legislative Caucus in a show of solidarity with Israel following the unprovoked terrorist attack …
Pennsylvania Stands United: Solidarity with Israel Against Terrorism Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed two key labor bills on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. The bills, H.B. 1449 and H.B. 1465, will now go to the state …
Pennsylvania House Passes Key Labor Bills: Strengthening Workforce and Infrastructure Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Senate Education Committee of Pennsylvania voted on Wednesday on a controversial bill, Senate Bill 7, that seeks to provide parental control over instructional materials and books containing …
Controversial Bill Sparks Concern: Pennsylvania Senate Votes on Parental Control of School Materials Read More