Local Government

Senator Joe Pittman shared updates on Pennsylvania’s budget process and transportation funding via social media on August 13 and 14, 2025.

The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a budget bill aimed at providing immediate funding to counties, school districts, hospitals, and other organizations across the state.

FOIA Request to Indiana University Of Pennsylvania regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

Senator Joe Pittman shared updates via Twitter about an AI Summit in Pittsburgh and ongoing Pennsylvania Senate sessions focused on negotiating the state’s 2025-26 budget.

The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has allocated over $7.7 million in state support for local projects, as announced by Sen.

State Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) has announced a significant investment of $222.2 million by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) into 31 drinking water and wastewater projects across 22 counties…

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has advanced a budget vehicle bill that remains unagreed upon, two weeks after the fiscal year began.

State Representative Brian Smith has recognized the Punxsutawney Garden Club with the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Community Pride Award.

Pennsylvania Senate leaders have provided an update on the progress of the 2025-26 state budget.

State Representative Brian Smith has announced that Jefferson and Indiana counties will receive over $252,000 in impact fees from the natural gas industry.

Almost $2.187 million in impact fees from Marcellus Shale drilling companies will be allocated to benefit the residents of Pennsylvania’s 60th District, according to Representative Abby Major.

Senator Cris Dush of Pennsylvania is set to welcome the Zoe International Cycling Team as they pass through Central Pennsylvania during their participation in the Race Across America (RAAM).

Legislation introduced by Pennsylvania Senate State Government Committee Chairman Sen.

Pennsylvania Senate leaders have responded to the Shapiro Administration’s announcement regarding the refinancing of approximately $1.159 billion in General Obligation refunding bonds.

Legislation to classify the intentional destruction or alteration of Right-to-Know (RTK) records as a third-degree felony has been approved by the Pennsylvania Senate.

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located across West Central PA News publication area were approved in 2024, as per data…

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 10.3% of income in Jefferson County, providing an average of $4,887 per capita to residents.

The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Manufacturing industry located across West Central PA News publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by…

Senator Joe Pittman addresses Pennsylvania’s primary election day activities while also acknowledging his receipt of an award for healthcare contributions.

Senator Joe Pittman and Representative Abby Major have announced that Vandergrift Borough and East Vandergrift Borough in Westmoreland County are set to receive state grants totaling $431,078.

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman has commented on the recent decision by the Penn State Board of Trustees to close seven satellite campuses following the 2026-27 academic year.

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 9.7% of income in Armstrong County, providing an average of $5,276 per capita to residents.

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Educational Services employers across West Central PA News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services…

State Representative Jim Struzzi announced that the Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved a resolution designating May 20, 2025, as Jimmy Stewart Day in Pennsylvania.