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HARRISBURG, PA — Warehouse workers in Pennsylvania could see new safety protections under proposed legislation aimed at addressing injury rates that significantly exceed industry averages.
Pa. Lawmaker Targets Warehouse Injuries With New Bills Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Juveniles accused of misconduct on federal property in Pennsylvania could be routed through the state’s juvenile justice system under legislation that unanimously passed the state House on …
Juvenile Protections Bill Clears Pa. House Unanimously Read More
ATGLEN, PA — Octorara Area School District recently welcomed state legislators and staff to campus for a Legislative Luncheon, during which district leadership shared “The Next Chapter of OASD,” outlining …
Octorara Area School District Hosts Legislative Luncheon to Share Vision and Student Experience Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A surge of state investment is headed to communities in Chester County, with more than $2.85 million approved to rebuild bridges, repave streets, and modernize water and …
Over $2.8M in State Grants Target Roads, Water, and Stormwater in District 74 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Dan Williams announced that the Coatesville Bureau of Fire has been awarded a $58,700 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, funding …
Coatesville Firefighters Score Major Equipment Boost With $58K State Grant Read More HARRISBURG, PA — South Coatesville Borough is set to establish a full-time municipal manager position after securing a $200,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, state …
$200K Grant Raises Big Questions About South Coatesville’s Next Chapter Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — The City of Coatesville—in partnership with the City of Coatesville Police Department, the Chester County District Attorney’s Office, Office of State Representative Dan Williams, and Coatesville City …
City of Coatesville Doubles Down on Safety with Introduction of State-of-the-Art ShotSpotter Technology Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — With the clock ticking toward a critical funding deadline, Chester County’s Democratic lawmakers gathered Thursday at the West Chester Transportation Center to demand swift action from …
Chester County Lawmakers Urge Senate Action as SEPTA Cuts Loom Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Coatesville is set to receive a significant infrastructure upgrade as $4.2 million in funding has been secured for the replacement of 240 lead-impacted water service lines, according to …
$4.2 Million Investment to Replace Lead Water Lines in Coatesville Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A new law signed Monday night by Gov. Josh Shapiro is set to bolster transparency and accountability in Pennsylvania’s fight against substance misuse. The measure, sponsored by …
New Pennsylvania Law Aims to Strengthen Oversight of Drug and Alcohol Programs Read More