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GREATER PHILADELPHIA AREA – The Wardrobe is extending a helping hand to the reentry community this month, offering free attire to individuals currently or formerly involved with the justice system. …
Free Clothing for Reentry Community at Open Wardrobe Locations Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) hosted an exhibit titled “REMEMBER REBUILD RENEW: LIGHTING THE PATH FORWARD” in the Russell Senate Office …
Senators Host Exhibit Honoring Victims of Pittsburgh Synagogue Attack and Combating Antisemitism Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County residents may be breathing a sigh of relief as newly released data indicates a significant decline in the local homeless population. The latest annual …
Homeward Bound: Decrease in Homelessness Witnessed in Chester County, Initiatives in Motion to Counter Housing Crisis Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA – Join the community for a vibrant Solstice Party to raise funds for a new Breast Health Center at Chester County Hospital. The event will take place …
Celebrate the Solstice with Coach Vermeil and Support a New Breast Health Center Read More
ORLANDO, FL — As the dusk of June 6th descends, from the torrential Niagara Falls to the Long Beach City Hall in sunny California, over 60 iconic landmarks and buildings …
American Landmarks Light Up in Purple for Naloxone Awareness Day: The Fight Against the Opioid Crisis Continues Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato visited Pittsburgh’s non-profit ACTION-Housing on Friday to discuss significant new investments in Governor …
Pennsylvania’s Budget Proposal Targets Housing Insecurity with New Investments Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Wednesday, Acting Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen joined leaders from across the nation to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) …
Pennsylvania Celebrates 50 Years of WIC Program’s Lifesaving Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives approved Senate Bill 721, a significant move to establish a permanent advisory board for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for …
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Strengthen WIC Program Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Chairman of the Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and Research Subcommittee, has sent a follow-up letter to the U.S. Department of …
Senators Seek Clarity on New SNAP Eligibility Rules Amid Concerns Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Advocates are raising alarms about the damaging effects of voting misinformation on society and calling for urgent legislative action. State Representatives Darisha Parker and Carol Hill-Evans, along …
Lawmakers Urge Action to Combat Voting Misinformation and Expand Poll Access Read More