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SOMERSET, PA — An inmate at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset has died, according to a statement released by Superintendent Kenneth Hollibaugh. Steve Cossom, 44, was pronounced deceased on …
Death of SCI Somerset Inmate Under Investigation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a $288.2 million investment in 39 drinking water, wastewater, and non-point source projects across 24 counties in Pennsylvania. The funding, distributed through the …
Shapiro Administration Targets Water Quality with $288.2 Million Investment Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced a rescheduled date for its previously postponed job fair, providing another opportunity for job seekers to join its workforce. The …
USPS Reschedules Philadelphia Job Fair for January 30 Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Acting Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Benjamine Huffman issued a directive on Thursday granting new authority to Department of Justice (DOJ) law enforcement agencies to assist in …
Noem Confirmed as DHS Secretary Amid Mass Deportation Directive Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s county and local fairs contribute $1.14 billion to the state’s economy each year, according to a recent study commissioned by the Department of Agriculture. These 107 fairs, …
Pennsylvania County Fairs Boost Economy With $1.14 Billion Annual Impact Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump recently issued an executive order directing the restoration of historical names for two iconic U.S. landmarks, a move aimed at preserving what he …
Trump Executive Order Restores Historic Names to Iconic U.S. Landmarks Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania residents can now apply for the 2025 Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program, with an increased income cap aimed at helping more seniors and people with disabilities. The …
Expanded Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Now Accepting Applications Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wasted no time as the newly sworn-in head of the Department of Defense, issuing a bold message to the armed forces that laid out …
Hegseth Declares Mission to Revive Military Might, Unveil ‘Peace Through Strength’ Vision Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners has granted preliminary approval for the 2025-26 hunting and trapping seasons and bag limits, keeping them mostly consistent with the 2024-25 guidelines. …
Game Commission Proposes 2025-26 Hunting Season Adjustments, Calls for Public Feedback Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a series of senior staff appointments under the Trump Administration, emphasizing experienced leadership to advance the department’s priorities, including …
USDA Announces Senior Staff Appointments, Highlights Focus on Natural Resource Conservation Read More