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Senate Republicans emphasize PA permitting reform efforts

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman emphasized the ongoing efforts by Senate Republicans to implement permitting reforms in Pennsylvania.

By West Central PA News | Nov 19, 2024

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State officials announce over $870k in grants for conservation projects

Six grants totaling $874,300 have been allocated for park, recreation, and conservation projects in Pennsylvania.

By West Central PA News | Nov 15, 2024

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Pennsylvania senate republicans retain leadership team for 2025-26 session

By West Central PA News | Nov 13, 2024

Senate Republicans in Pennsylvania have re-elected their leadership team for the upcoming 2025-26 legislative session.

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Pittman re-elected Pennsylvania's senate majority leader for another term

By West Central PA News | Nov 13, 2024

State Senator Joe Pittman has been re-elected as Senate Majority Leader by his Republican colleagues for the 2025-2026 legislative session.

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Funding boosts recreation and conservation projects in Pennsylvania's 66th District

By West Central PA News | Nov 13, 2024

State Representative Brian Smith has announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has allocated over $104,000 to support recreation and conservation initiatives in the 66th Legislative District.

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Jim Struzzi named appropriations chair for PA House Republicans

By West Central PA News | Nov 12, 2024

State Representative Jim Struzzi has been elected as the Appropriations Chair for the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus for the 2025-26 Legislative Session.

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Republicans secure majority in Pennsylvania State Senate after election

By West Central PA News | Nov 12, 2024

Pennsylvania voters have restored a Republican majority to the state Senate following the recent General Election.

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RACP awards over $11M for redevelopment across three Pennsylvania counties

By West Central PA News | Nov 1, 2024

Six Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants totaling $11.35 million have been allocated for projects in Indiana, Jefferson, and Westmoreland Counties.

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5 million RACP grants awarded for Westmoreland County redevelopment

By West Central PA News | Nov 1, 2024

Two Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants, totaling $5 million, have been allocated for projects in Westmoreland County.

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4 million awarded for Armstrong County projects through RACP grants

By West Central PA News | Nov 1, 2024

Two projects in Armstrong County have received Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants totaling $4 million, as announced by Sen.

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Smith highlights voter fraud concerns ahead of presidential election

By West Central PA News | Oct 30, 2024

State Representative Brian Smith has raised concerns about voter fraud in Pennsylvania, citing recent incidents in Lancaster and York counties.

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FOIA Request Sent to Indiana County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By West Central PA News | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Indiana County Election Department on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Armstrong County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By West Central PA News | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Armstrong County Election Department on October 30, 2024.

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IUP secures $2 million for new osteopathic medicine college

By West Central PA News | Oct 25, 2024

Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) has received a $2 million allocation from the 2024-2025 state budget for its proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

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State awards over $2.7 million in grants to municipalities and schools

By West Central PA News | Oct 24, 2024

Senator Cris Dush and Representative Mike Armanini have announced the distribution of over $2.7 million in grants to local municipalities and schools through state government programs. “With so many hard-working families struggling with...

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Local governments receive nearly $2.7 million for infrastructure projects

By West Central PA News | Oct 24, 2024

Nearly $2.7 million in grants have been awarded for municipal equipment and infrastructure projects in Cameron, McKean, and Potter counties.

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State awards $1.5 million for school improvements

By West Central PA News | Oct 24, 2024

Two school districts in the area have been awarded a total of $1.5 million in state funding to facilitate essential facility improvement projects, as announced by Sen.

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Centre County municipalities receive over $1.1 million in state grants

By West Central PA News | Oct 23, 2024

Senator Cris Dush and Representative Kerry Benninghoff have announced the allocation of over $1.1 million in Local Share Account grants for projects in Centre County municipalities.

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Pittman comments on Revenue Secretary's Senate appearance

By West Central PA News | Oct 22, 2024

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman has issued a statement following the appearance of Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Secretary Pat Browne before the Senate. This appearance came after what Pittman described as "significant urging" to address Browne's previous refusal to comply with a subpoena from the Senate Intergovernmental Operations Committee.

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Grants boost infrastructure development in Indiana County

By West Central PA News | Oct 22, 2024

The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has allocated over $6 million in infrastructure grants to Indiana County, Pennsylvania. The funding comprises more than $3.2 million from the Local Share Account (LSA) and over $2.8 million from the Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program (PSFIG). These funds aim to enhance public infrastructure and school facilities in the area.