Local Government News
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...
Schuylkill Hope Center Awarded State Grant to Protect Domestic Abuse Victims, Twardzik Announces
Harrisburg, PA – The Schuylkill Hope Center has been awarded a state grant of $689,070 from the Violence Intervention and Prevention program to support their efforts in protecting victims of domestic abuse from gun violence, as announced by Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) on April 3, 2024.In a statement, Rep. Tim Twardzik praised the Schuylkill Hope Center, saying, "Amidst the harrowing statistics of domestic violence, the Schuylkill Hope Center stands as a beacon of hope, dedicated to shielding victims from the deadly convergence of abuse and firearms." He also...