I Stand with Israel

Oct. 11, 2023 /

By State Rep. Mark Gillen (R-Berks) | In the wake of Hamas’ well-coordinated and unprecedented terrorist attacks on Israel that have already left over 1,000 dead and over 1,500 wounded – mostly noncombatants – I stand with Israel, and I unequivocally condemn Hamas’ heinous actions.

In Wake of Philadelphia Looting, House Republicans Unveil Anti-Looting Bill Package

Oct. 11, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – In the wake of recent rampant and violent looting in Philadelphia that caused significant property damage and loss, House Republicans today unveiled a package of anti-looting legislation that will increase penalties on looters, put additional teeth in juvenile curfews, crackdown on social media coordination of looting and enhance penalties for those looting state property, including liquor stores.

Watro, Argall to Co-Host Scam Seminar in Hazleton on Oct. 27

Oct. 11, 2023 /

HAZLETON – In their continuing effort to educate residents about financial fraud, Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) are co-hosting a scam seminar on Friday, Oct. 27, in Hazleton. The free event will take place at Faith Assembly of God Church, 34 Fox Manor Road, beginning at 10 a.m.

Mackenzie Announces Area Park, Conservation Grants

Oct. 11, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – More than $440,000 in state grants have been awarded to benefit residents in Lehigh and Northampton counties, announced Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton), who supported the funding.

Pickett Invites Seniors to Scam Seminar on Oct. 27

Oct. 11, 2023 /

TUNKHANNOCK – In her continuing effort to educate older residents about the latest scams and how to protect themselves, Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) is co-hosting a financial fraud seminar on Friday, Oct. 27, in Tunkhannock. The free event will take place at the at the Triton Hose Company, 116 W. Tioga St., from 10 a.m. to noon.

Schmitt, Ward Announces Funding for Strawberry Hills Soccer Complex

Oct. 06, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – The Strawberry Hills Soccer Complex in Logan Township received a $655,800 grant through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) today to assist with bringing the sports facility near completion, said Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and Rep. Lou Schmitt (R-Blair).

Cooper: Process to Push Bad Election Reforms Silenced Citizens

Oct. 06, 2023 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) issued the following statement after voting against a legislative proposal to revise election laws Thursday and after several late-night procedural maneuvers orchestrated by the House Democrats after 11:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Warner Hosts Breakfast for Area Veterans

Oct. 06, 2023 /

CONNELLSVILLE – Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) is inviting area veterans in the 52nd Legislative District to his annual Veterans Recognition Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 3, from 9-10 a.m. at the Connellsville Township Fire Hall, 905 Fireman St., Connellsville.

Causer to Host Potter County Senior Citizens Expo Oct. 13

Oct. 06, 2023 /

COUDERSPORT – Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) is inviting area senior citizens, their family members and caregivers to the annual Potter County Senior Citizens Expo in Roulette on Friday, Oct. 13.