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PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced scheduled line striping work across key I-95 ramps, which will result in periodic lane closures from Monday, April 28, …
Line Striping Work to Cause Lane Closures on I-95 Ramps in Philadelphia Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Democratic Party, supported by the Democratic National Committee (DNC), has formally submitted an opposition brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in a case with significant …
Will Your Vote Be Counted? Democrats Fight GOP in Supreme Court Showdown Read More
There’s a lot of disagreement on higher education these days. One exception to all the discord, at least so far, are Pell Grants—a program that is especially critical for first …
Funding the Pell Grant Is Something We Can All Agree On Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has reiterated the importance of federal compliance for recipients of transportation grants, warning that failure to uphold legal obligations could lead …
Transportation Secretary Demands Crackdown on Illegal Policies and Funding Violations Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer recently issued a formal reminder to governors nationwide, urging them to ensure compliance with federal law regarding unemployment benefits eligibility. The …
Labor Secretary Cracks Down on States Ignoring Immigration Rules for Jobless Benefits Read More
WEST BRANDYWINE, PA — Freedom Village at Brandywine continued its efforts to strengthen ties between residents and public officials through its innovative Spotlight Series. The most recent event, held in …
Freedom Village’s Spotlight Series Connects Residents with Chester County Leaders Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Responding to President Donald J. Trump’s declaration of a National Energy Emergency, the U.S. Department of the Interior has announced sweeping measures to expedite the development of …
Interior Department Accelerates Energy Development Amid National Energy Emergency Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A $355.3 million project to reconstruct and enhance a key section of I-95 in Northeast Philadelphia will officially begin on Monday, May 5, according to the Pennsylvania …
Major I-95 Reconstruction Project Set to Begin in Northeast Philadelphia Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced new measures to strengthen the verification of identity and immigration status for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applicants. The …
USDA Tightens SNAP Eligibility Verification to Align with Executive Order 14218 Read More
NORTHAMPTON TWP, PA — Ongoing road construction on Route 232 (2nd Street Pike) in Northampton Township, Bucks County, will lead to weekday lane closures throughout May, according to the Pennsylvania …
Lane Closures on Route 232 Announced for Safety Improvement Project Read More