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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Indiana County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By West Central PA News | Dec 21, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Indiana County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Armstrong County in week ending Dec. 16 2023

By West Central PA News | Dec 20, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Armstrong County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Indiana County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Dec. 16 2023

By West Central PA News | Dec 19, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Indiana County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Centre Communities Awarded More than $1 Million in Public Infrastructure Grants

By West Central PA News | Dec 19, 2023

Sen. Cris Dush and Rep. Paul Takac have announced that the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has awarded over $1 million in grants for infrastructure improvement projects in Centre County. This funding is part of their joint efforts to prioritize infrastructure over politics and address the critical needs of the county. The grants are aimed at supporting various projects in Centre County. The Beech Creek Borough Authority has been awarded $171,505 for the Franklin Street Waterline Extension project located in Liberty Township. The Mid-Centre County Authority will...

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More than $3.4 Million in Public Infrastructure Grants Awarded to Indiana County Municipalities

By West Central PA News | Dec 19, 2023

Sen. Joe Pittman (R-41), Reps. Jim Struzzi (R-62), and Brian Smith (R-66) have announced that Indiana County communities will receive over $3.4 million in public infrastructure grants for five local projects. These grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) on December 19, 2023, in Harrisburg.The Central Indiana County Joint Sanitary Authority is one of the recipients of these grants, receiving $1.9 million in COVID-19 ARPA H2O PA (H2O PA) funds for sewer system improvements in Center Township and Homer City Borough. Highridge Water has also been...

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Pittman, Major & Oberlander Announce Over $2.3 Million for Armstrong County Public Infrastructure Projects

By West Central PA News | Dec 19, 2023

Sen. Joe Pittman (R-41) and Reps. Abby Major (R-60) and Donna Oberlander (R-63) have announced that Armstrong County communities will receive over $2.3 million in public infrastructure grants for five local projects. These grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) on December 19, 2023, in Harrisburg.The funding for these projects comes from two different programs, the COVID-19 ARPA PA Small Water and Sewer Program (SWS) and the COVID-19 ARPA H2O PA program (H2O PA). These programs aim to support important infrastructure improvements in the wake of...

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Dush, Smith Confirm More than $1 Million in Infrastructure Improvements Coming to Brockway and Corsica Boroughs

By West Central PA News | Dec 19, 2023

State Senator Cris Dush and State Representative Brian Smith have announced that the boroughs of Brockway and Corsica in Jefferson County will receive over $1 million in state grants for infrastructure improvement projects. The funding, totaling approximately $1,179,917, will help offset the financial burden on residents and support key upgrades in the area.Dush expressed his satisfaction with the funding, stating, "Once again the 25th Senate District is receiving significant funding that will be used to offset the financial burden residents would have otherwise felt for...

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Over $2.6 Million Awarded for Westmoreland County Public Infrastructure Projects

By West Central PA News | Dec 19, 2023

Sen. Joe Pittman (R-41) and Reps. Jill Cooper (R-55) and Leslie Rossi (R-59) have announced that over $2.6 million in public infrastructure grants have been awarded to Westmoreland County communities for eight local projects. These grants were approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) on December 19, 2023, in Harrisburg.Among the grants awarded are those through the COVID-19 ARPA H2O PA (H2O PA) program. Pittman expressed his satisfaction with the state support being invested locally, stating, "Water and sewer projects are an essential part of maintaining the...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Armstrong County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By West Central PA News | Dec 18, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Armstrong County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Indiana County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By West Central PA News | Dec 17, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Indiana County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Armstrong County in week ending Dec. 16 2023

By West Central PA News | Dec 17, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Armstrong County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former West Central PA News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18?

By West Central PA News | Dec 16, 2023

These former West Central PA News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18.

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West Central PA News area weekly mass times

By West Central PA News | Dec 16, 2023

The following parishes in the West Central PA News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Indiana County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Dec. 9 2023

By West Central PA News | Dec 15, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Indiana County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Armstrong County in week ending Dec. 9 2023?

By West Central PA News | Dec 14, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Armstrong County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Sen. Pittman to Host Christmas Open House

By West Central PA News | Dec 14, 2023

Senator Joe Pittman is hosting a Christmas open house on Wednesday, December 20, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be held at Senator Pittman's Kittanning Office located at 109 South Jefferson Street, Kittanning, PA 16201.This Christmas open house is a cherished tradition that was initiated by Senator Don White, and Senator Pittman is honored to continue the tradition. He is looking forward to welcoming both new and familiar faces to the event. Senator Pittman encourages everyone to take some time out of their busy holiday schedules to join him for some holiday...

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Struzzi Education Legislation Becomes Key Component of 2023-24 State Budget

By West Central PA News | Dec 14, 2023

State Representative Jim Struzzi announced that his House Bill 27, initially designed as a temporary measure to address the substitute teacher shortage during the COVID-19 pandemic, has now become a crucial part of the 2023-24 state budget. The bill's language, now incorporated into the Education Code (Act 33 of 2023) portion of the budget, aims to provide flexibility to Pennsylvania's public schools in addressing this ongoing challenge.Under the provisions of House Bill 27, school districts will now have the ability to hire annuitants, prospective teachers, graduates of...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Indiana County in week ending Dec. 9 2023?

By West Central PA News | Dec 13, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Indiana County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Dush Reacts to Senate State Government Committee’s 2023 Election Integrity Hearing

By West Central PA News | Dec 13, 2023

Pennsylvania Senate State Government Committee Chairman Sen. Cris Dush (R-25) has expressed his concerns and reactions to the State of Election Integrity 2023 public hearing held on Tuesday. The hearing featured Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, and its purpose was to discuss the administration and results of the 2023 election, including any irregularities or problems that arose.In his statement, Chairman Dush highlighted the importance of addressing various issues related to mail-in ballots, election night returns, voting machines, and voter registration. He...

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Bipartisan Support Helps Struzzi Stormwater Legislation Flow Through Committee

By West Central PA News | Dec 13, 2023

Dec 13 2023HARRISBURG – State Representative Jim Struzzi, a Republican from Indiana, has successfully advanced a pair of infrastructure bills through the House Local Government Committee with overwhelming bipartisan support. The bills, House Bills 31 and 32, aim to address the challenges posed by stormwater management in municipalities.Struzzi emphasized the importance of stormwater management, stating, "Stormwater management is one of the most difficult issues for municipalities to confront because of the damage it can inflict." He further explained that the bills...