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Jefferson County: Residents received $140.85 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.8% of income in Jefferson County, providing an average of $3,216 per capita to residents.

By West Central PA News | Apr 13, 2025

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Storm water legislation by Struzzi progresses in the state legislature

State Representative Jim Struzzi of Indiana announced today that House Bills 990 and 991 have passed the House Local Government Committee.

By West Central PA News | Apr 10, 2025

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Armstrong County: Medicaid dependency reached 6.5% in 2022

By West Central PA News | Apr 6, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.5% of income in Armstrong County, providing an average of $3,539 per capita to residents.

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New data center to bring jobs and growth to Indiana County

By West Central PA News | Apr 2, 2025

The nation's largest natural gas-powered data center is set to be constructed at the Homer City Generating Station site, according to an announcement from State Representative Jim Struzzi of Indiana.

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Historic $10 billion data center investment announced for former Homer City Generating Station

By West Central PA News | Apr 2, 2025

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman has expressed optimism about the economic development prospects following the announcement of a new data center at the former Homer City Generating Station site in Indiana County, Pennsylvania.

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Indiana County: Medicaid made up 6.4% of total income in 2022

By West Central PA News | Mar 29, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.4% of income in Indiana County, providing an average of $2,929 per capita to residents.

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Senate designates March 28, 2025, as Drugs Kill Dreams Day in Pennsylvania

By West Central PA News | Mar 27, 2025

The Pennsylvania state Senate has approved a resolution declaring March 28, 2025, as "Drugs Kill Dreams Day" throughout the state.

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Bill protecting property owners from eminent domain advances in Pennsylvania

By West Central PA News | Mar 25, 2025

Legislation sponsored by Pennsylvania Senate State Government Committee Chairman Cris Dush aims to protect property owners from eminent domain abuse.

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In 2022, Indiana County ranks 38th among Pennsylvania counties for government transfer income per capita at $13,336

By West Central PA News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Indiana County received an average of $13,336 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 30th lowest in Pennsylvania.

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Jefferson County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.5% in 2022

By West Central PA News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.5% of income in Jefferson County, providing an average of $1,189 per capita to residents.

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Local Share Account grants awarded to Hyde Park and West Leechburg

By West Central PA News | Mar 18, 2025

Rep. Abby Major and Sen.

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Derry Business Park receives $326K grant for infrastructure improvements

By West Central PA News | Mar 18, 2025

Senator Joe Pittman and Representative Leslie Rossi have announced a $326,000 grant for the Derry Business Park Garland Mills Culverts Replacement Project.

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Armstrong County residents received $14,396 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 21st in Pennsylvania

By West Central PA News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Armstrong County received an average of $14,396 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 21st highest in Pennsylvania.

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Armstrong County: Income Maintenance made up 2.3% of total income in 2022

By West Central PA News | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.3% of income in Armstrong County, providing an average of $1,271 per capita to residents.

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Pennsylvania Senate leaders promote scholarship grants for high-demand careers

By West Central PA News | Mar 13, 2025

Senate Republican leaders in Pennsylvania are urging students and individuals seeking career training to apply for the Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program.

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Jefferson County ranks 20th highest in Pennsylvania for per capita government transfer income at $14,431 in 2022

By West Central PA News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Jefferson County received an average of $14,431 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 20th highest in Pennsylvania.

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Pennsylvania evaluates education funding with focus on diverse schooling options

By West Central PA News | Mar 10, 2025

Pennsylvania continues to assess its investment in public education, focusing on diverse educational options including traditional schools, cyber charter schools, private schools, and home schooling.

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Pittman criticizes Gov. Shapiro's budget proposal amid calls for reduced state spending

By West Central PA News | Mar 5, 2025

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman has expressed concerns over Governor Shapiro's recent Executive Order on state government employment.

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State grants boost Armstrong County development projects

By West Central PA News | Mar 3, 2025

Senator Joe Pittman and Representative Josh Bashline have announced the allocation of $1,414,724 in state grants for two development projects in Armstrong County.

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Indiana County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By West Central PA News | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Indiana County, providing an average of $1,099 per capita to residents.