State Rep. Joanne Stehr
Recent News About State Rep. Joanne Stehr
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Funding boosts facility upgrades in Schuylkill County schools
More than $4.2 million has been allocated to schools in Schuylkill County through the Public School Facility Improvement Grant program. This announcement was made by Reps. JoAnne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill), Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill), Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill), Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill), and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29).
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Ralpho Township Library receives $379,000 grant for new community space
Rep. Joanne Stehr has announced the allocation of $379,000 in grant funding to the Ralpho Township Library in Northumberland County. The funds, sourced from the Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program, will be used to develop a multi-purpose community space within the library. This initiative aims to enhance the library's capacity to serve residents by providing a venue for various community events and activities.
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State grant supports economic development in Western Schuylkill County
The Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) has been awarded a state grant exceeding $830,000 to extend natural gas service to Keystone Potato Products and Espoma facilities in Foster and Frailey Townships. The announcement was made by Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29).
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Register Now for Stehr’s Veteran Assistance Hours
Rep. Joanne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill) is reaching out to local veterans in the 107th Legislative District by offering assistance hours at her Shamokin district office. The services, which include aid with compensation, pension, death benefits, education, and health care, among others, are open to veterans and their dependents without the need for American Legion membership. The assistance hours will kick off on May 15 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 300 E. Independence St. in Shamokin.Those interested in availing of these services are encouraged to schedule an...
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Stehr Announces Transportation Improvement Grants for 107th District
HARRISBURG – Projects to improve roads, bridges, and downtowns across Schuylkill County were awarded state grants totaling more than $1 million from the Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF), according to Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-Northumberland/Schuylkill).Stehr emphasized the importance of infrastructure maintenance, stating, "It is critical to maintain our roads, sidewalks, and bridges because they serve as the main lifelines of our community." She also expressed her satisfaction with the funding allocation, saying, "I am pleased that this grant funding will be allocated...
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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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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,...
