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HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation requiring large-scale data centers to provide emergency response information to local fire officials advanced out of the Pennsylvania House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee this …
Pennsylvania Data Center Safety Bill Advances After Committee Vote Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Legislation aimed at expanding access to behavioral healthcare by requiring insurers to accept qualified providers into their networks advanced out of the Pennsylvania House Insurance Committee this …
Pennsylvania Bill Targeting Therapist Shortages Advances in House Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Public gardens across Pennsylvania are gaining renewed attention for their economic and environmental contributions after state lawmakers designated May 10–19, 2026, as “Go Public Gardens Days.”
PA Public Gardens Week Highlights Big Impact, Hidden Value Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved new requirements for how local governments advertise proposed ordinances, aiming to prevent vague notices that can lead to legal challenges and public confusion.
New Rules Aim to Fix Confusing Township Ordinance Notices Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — A morning of helpful resources, live music, and community connection is coming to Kennett Square as local seniors are invited to take part in a free …
Kennett Square Senior Fair Offers Free Services, Music, and Community Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Chester County residents and mushroom growers will face stricter pest control requirements and gain access to new state funding after Pennsylvania expanded a quarantine order targeting phorid …
Phorid Fly Crackdown Expands Countywide, Bringing Relief Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — More than $1.4 million in state funding is headed to communities in Chester County to support road repairs, water infrastructure upgrades, and sewer system improvements, State Rep. …
Roads, Water Lines Get Boost as $1.4M in State Grants Head to Chester County Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Christina Sappey on Thursday announced more than $1.2 million in state funding for road repairs, safety upgrades, and community improvement projects across her Chester County …
$1.2M State Cash Targets Crumbling Roads, Bridges, Parks in Chester County Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A new state tax credit aimed at easing financial pressure on low- to moderate-income workers is now law, following the governor’s signing of the 2025–26 state budget …
New Tax Break Raises Big Questions: Will Sappey’s Credit Boost PA’s Middle Class? Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — State Rep. Christina Sappey, D-Chester, will host her fourth annual Veterans Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony on Friday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at …
Sappey to Host Annual Veterans Breakfast and Recognition Ceremony in Kennett Square Read More