Twardzik, Argall Announce Advancement of Anti-Blight Bill
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) have made significant progress on a crucial anti-blight bill aimed at tackling the challenges posed by vacant and blighted properties across Pennsylvania.Twardzik expressed the importance of addressing blight, stating, "Blighted properties affect every community across the Commonwealth, devaluing neighbors’ properties, increasing crime, and posing health and safety risks." He highlighted the significance of empowering municipalities with the ability to create registries to combat these issues...
2 companies in a city within Schuylkill County received two inspections in Q2 2023
There were two companies in a city associated with Schuylkill County that received two FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
- FDA conducted inspection of 1 company in cities located in Schuylkill County in Q4 2023
- Census Bureau: 80.8% of people in Carbon County were old enough to vote in 2021
- How many companies in cities in Schuylkill County received FDA inspections in Q1 2023?
- 81.1% of Susquehanna County residents old enough to vote in 2021
- Schuylkill Hope Center Awarded State Grant to Protect Domestic Abuse Victims, Twardzik Announces
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Heffley to Host Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Expo on March 23
Mar. 15, 2024WEISSPORT – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) has announced the upcoming Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Expo in Jim Thorpe. The event, scheduled for Saturday, March 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Penn Forest Township Volunteer Fire Co. #1, 1387 State Route 903, will showcase over 30 exhibitors and offer door prizes.Highlighting the diverse outdoor recreational opportunities in Carbon County, Heffley expressed his enthusiasm for the expo, stating, "Carbon County has so many outdoor recreational activities for families, so this expo serves as an awesome opportunity...
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Heffley Announces Legislation on Building, Inspector Codes
Mar. 13, 2024 - HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) today announces legislation that would reassess and update the state’s building codes and regulations, in an effort to combat the housing shortage and improve attainability in the Commonwealth.The legislation, as outlined by Rep. Heffley, would instruct the Review and Advisory Council to skip the next round of updates in the Uniform Construction Code and instead study existing codes, identify cost drivers to building, and create a list of alternatives to the codes that would not compromise safety."Housing prices...
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Heffley, Argall Announce Grant Funding to Local Fire, EMS Companies
Feb 13, 2024HARRISBURG - Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-Schuylkill/Carbon/Luzerne) have recently announced that several local fire and emergency medical service (EMS) companies have been awarded over $400,000 in grant funding."It's exciting to see these grant dollars given to our local fire and EMS companies that are on the frontline when an emergency strikes within our community," said Heffley. "Sen. Argall and I, along with our staff, are always willing to assist these companies with the necessary grant paperwork to ensure everything is...
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Schuylkill Technology Center Receives Grant for Equipment, says Rep. Twardzik
Harrisburg, PA - The Schuylkill Technology Center (STC) in the 123rd Legislative District has been awarded a grant of $78,601 by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). The grant funding will be used to purchase new equipment for the center, which aims to train students in high-demand occupations through career and technical education programs.Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) expressed his admiration for the center's efforts and praised Assistant Executive Director Shannon Brennan for their success. He said, "The staff at STC are doing a fantastic job for our...
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Heffley Expresses Concern for Shapiro’s Budget Proposal and the Taxpayers
In response to Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed state budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, Representative Doyle Heffley has expressed concern over the massive increase in spending. The budget proposal amounts to $48 billion, which is an 8% increase from the current year's spending.Heffley highlights his concerns regarding the reliance on one-time, non-reoccurring revenue from reserve funds to fill the deficit spending. This would result in a $3.7 billion spending increase. Heffley points out that even the Independent Fiscal Office (IFO) has expressed its concerns,...
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Heffley to Host Public Meeting about Hatchery Road
Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) will be hosting a public meeting to address the concerns regarding the closure of Hatchery Road Bridge and the contingency plans. The meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 5 p.m., will take place at the Penn Forest Township Municipal Building in Jim Thorpe.The closure of the Hatchery Road Bridge has caused inconvenience and frustration among local residents. Many have expressed their concerns about the impact on their daily commute and the potential delays it may cause. In response to these concerns, Rep. Heffley has taken the...
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Heffley Announces District Office Hours for Christmas and New Year’s Day
Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) has announced the modified schedule for his district offices during the Christmas and New Year holidays. All district offices will be closed from Friday, Dec. 22, to Monday, Dec. 25, and will reopen on Tuesday, Dec. 26, at 9 a.m. Additionally, the offices will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 29, and reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 2, in observance of New Year's Day.In a statement, Heffley emphasized the importance of providing this information to the residents of the 122nd District. He said, "It is crucial for our constituents to be aware of the...
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Stehr Announces Funding for Water System Improvements
More than $400,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding will be invested in a water system improvement project in Tremont and Porter Townships, according to an announcement made by Rep. Joanne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill). The funding will be used to repair and maintain critical water systems in the community."I am pleased our communities are receiving this valuable funding that will help repair and maintain critical water systems in our community," said Stehr. "Investments like these are essential to strengthening our community and improving the...
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Heffley Announces Over $4 Million Awarded to 122nd District
In an exciting development for Carbon and Schuylkill counties, Rep. Doyle Heffley has announced the allocation of over $4 million in state grant funding. These funds have been granted through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) and will support various projects in the region.The grants were approved during the recent CFA Board meeting and are part of the Commonwealth's Small Water and Sewer Program (SWS), Water Supply, Sanitary Sewer, and Storm Water Projects Program (H2O), and the PA Arts and Culture Recovery Program (PACR)."I'm happy to see these grant dollars...
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PHMC Grant Awarded to Local Historical Society
Dec. 13, 2023 - The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) has granted $4,000 in funding to the Northumberland County Historical Society, according to State Reps. Michael Stender (R-Northumberland/Montour) and Joanne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill)."I'm thrilled the Northumberland County Historical Society has been awarded this generous grant. The additional funding will help this remarkable organization preserve and highlight the rich history of our community," said Stehr.The funding, awarded through PHMC's Cultural and Historical Grant Program,...