Maryann Pugh

Amtrak Awards Chester $7.7 Million Boost for Rail Safety and City Revitalization CHESTER, PA — The City of Chester is one step closer to increasing public safety and advancing its revitalization efforts, thanks to a $7.7 million fu […]

FTC Halts Fraudulent Student Loan Debt Scheme WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against a Nevada-based student loan debt relief operation, alleging it […]

Mortgage Market Meltdown: Skyrocketing Costs Slam Borrowers as Lending Craters WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) 2023 annual report on residential mortgage lending highlights a sharp decline in m […]

IRS Strategic Operating Plan Achieves Billions in Recoveries, Enhances Taxpayer Support WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has provided a quarterly update to its Strategic Operating Plan, outlining pivotal milestones in […]

CFPB Closes Overdraft Loophole, Saves Consumers Billions WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a new rule aimed at reforming overdraft practices at large fi […]

FTC Begins $72 Million Refund Distribution to Fortnite Players WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it has commenced the distribution of refunds totaling over $72 million to c […]

CFPB Penalizes Performant Recovery for Unlawful Debt Collection Practices WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken decisive action against Performant Recovery, Inc. for engaging in un […]

IRS Issues Reminder on Required Minimum Distributions and Highlights SECURE 2.0 Act Updates WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a notice to retirement account owners aged 73 and older, reminding them of the de […]

CFPB Launches Rulemaking to Address Financial Abuse Through Credit Reporting WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has announced a new rulemaking initiative to tackle inaccurate credit reporting ti […]

A Preparedness Gift Guide to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe This Holiday Season HARRISBURG, PA — While you’re scouring shelves for the perfect holiday gifts, consider one that truly keeps on giving—preparedness. The Pennsy […]

Game-Changing $40M Boost Sparks Hope for Victims, Justice Reform, and Safer Communities in Pennsylvania HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is funneling a staggering $40 million into initiatives designed to fortify victim services, bolster probation and pa […]

From Struggles to Triumph: 45 Teens Break Barriers and Redefine Their Futures at Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy Graduation ANNVILLE, PA — On Saturday, forty-five teens stood proudly at Fort Indiantown Gap (FTIG), Lebanon County, marking the culmination of a life-changing 2 […]

School Bus Safety Gets Smarter: Violations Drop as New Technology Takes the Wheel HARRISBURG, PA — A sharp reminder echoed across Pennsylvania streets this October during the annual Operation Safe Stop initiative. While progress is […]

Pennsylvania Honors Veterans with 1,364 Wreaths at Memorial Cemetery ANNVILLE, PA — A powerful tradition of remembrance unfolded at the Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery in Erie as the Pennsylvania Soldiers’ and Sailor […]

Celebrating 50 Years of Orleans Technical College—A Blueprint for Pennsylvania’s Workforce Future PHILADELPHIA, PA — Orleans Technical College, a beacon of opportunity for hands-on education and workforce development, marked its 50th anniversary wi […]

No-Cost HIV Prevention in Pennsylvania Revolutionizes Healthcare Access HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has announced a monumental step forward in HIV prevention. The Shapiro Administration, through the collaboration of th […]

Pennsylvania’s $2.55M Bet on Clean Transportation Sparks Revolution in Air Quality and Health! HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is taking a bold step to combat air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions with over $2.55 million in grants for clean fu […]

$24M to Rescue Pennsylvania's Polluted Waters—Radical Moves to Save the Chesapeake Bay! HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has once again stepped up in the fight to protect and restore its most precious natural resources by awarding $24 mi […]

Boosting Trails, Building Futures: $649,900 Investment to Transform Lycoming County and Beyond! WILLIAMSPORT, PA — A bold step was taken for outdoor enthusiasts and economic growth alike as Lycoming County celebrated a monumental $649,900 grant fr […]

Pennsylvania's $20M Boost for Drop-In Centers: A Game-Changer in Addiction Recovery and Public Health HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is making a bold move in the fight against substance use disorders (SUD) with a nearly $20 million investment to en […]