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

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

By West Central PA News | Mar 24, 2025

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Jefferson County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.5% in 2022

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

By West Central PA News | Mar 22, 2025

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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.

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Renovo Borough receives $400,000 grant for road rehabilitation

By West Central PA News | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Cris Dush and Representative Stephanie Borowicz have announced a grant of approximately $400,000 awarded to Renovo Borough for the rehabilitation of Delaware Avenue.

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Westmoreland County receives $587K grant for pedestrian safety project

By West Central PA News | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Joe Pittman and Representative Leslie Rossi have announced that a grant of $587,000 has been allocated for the Ligonier Valley High School Pedestrian Safety Project in Westmoreland County.

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Funding secured for Armstrong County transportation improvement project

By West Central PA News | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Joe Pittman, along with Representatives Abby Major and Josh Bashline, announced that Armstrong County will receive $1.75 million in Multimodal Transportation Funding.

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State grants awarded for roadwork projects in McKean County

By West Central PA News | Feb 24, 2025

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Funding awarded for Indiana County transportation infrastructure projects

By West Central PA News | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Joe Pittman, along with Representatives Brian Smith and Jim Struzzi, have announced the allocation of $1,805,023 in Multimodal Transportation Funding for three projects aimed at enhancing transportation infrastructure in Indiana County.

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Funding announced for Jefferson County road improvement project

By West Central PA News | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Cris Dush and Representative Brian Smith have announced that the Commonwealth Financing Authority has allocated $300,000 for a transportation project in Jefferson County.

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Pennsylvania senators honor Penn State's THON fundraiser participants

By West Central PA News | Feb 20, 2025

Senators Wayne Langerholc, Jr., Cris Dush, and Scott Martin have paid tribute to the Penn State students involved in the annual THON fundraiser.

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2 million state grant awarded for Barr Slope emergency water project

By West Central PA News | Feb 19, 2025

The Indiana County Municipal Service Authority (ICMSA) has received a $2 million state grant to fund an emergency water interconnection for Barr Slope, Green Township.