Borowicz Seeks to Protect Life at First Heartbeat

Oct. 21, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – During a standing room only state Capitol news conference today, Representative Stephanie Borowicz (R-Centre/Clinton) and Senator Doug Mastriano (R-Adams/Cumberland/Franklin/York) officially introduced legislation that would ban abortions when the heartbeat of an unborn baby is detected (House Bill 1977 and Senate Bill 912).

Bill Package to Aid Volunteer Fire, EMS Providers, Protect Public, Says Barrar

Oct. 21, 2019 /

HARRISBURG — Flanked by firefighters and emergency medical services (EMS) providers, Rep. Stephen Barrar (R-Chester/Delaware) held a Fire Prevention Month event today at the state Capitol at which he called attention to the dramatic decline in the number of volunteer firefighters and EMS providers in Pennsylvania and disclosed actions planned in the House this week and next to address it.

Warner to Host Veterans Appreciation Breakfast

Oct. 21, 2019 /

LEMONT FURNACE – Area veterans are invited to a breakfast hosted by Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) in appreciation for their service and sacrifice to the country. The breakfast will be held on Friday, Nov. 8, from 9-11 a.m. at Penn State Fayette, Eberly Campus Auxiliary Gym, 2201 University Drive, Lemont Furnace.

Safe School Grants Awarded, Says Gaydos

Oct. 18, 2019 /

MOON TOWNSHIP – Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) today announced $44,325.56 in Safe Schools Grants have been awarded to three school districts in the 44th District by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).

James to Offer Important Information for Seniors on Oct. 24

Oct. 18, 2019 /

SENECA – Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Butler) is hosting a free seminar for seniors about PACE/PACENET, how to recognize scams and defending against identity theft. It will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Cranberry Place Senior Center, Cranberry Mall, 6945 Route 322, Cranberry.

Mihalek to Host Veterans Recognition Breakfast on Nov. 7

Oct. 17, 2019 /

MCMURRAY – In an effort to recognize area veterans, Rep. Natalie Mihalek (R-Allegheny/Washington) will host a recognition breakfast on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 9-11 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Suites Pittsburgh South, located at 164 Fort Couch Road, in Pittsburgh. All veterans who reside in the 40th Legislative District are invited to participate.

Committees to Examine Closures of White Haven, Polk State Centers

Oct. 17, 2019 /

WHAT: The House Human Services Committee, chaired by Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), and the House Health Committee, chaired by Rep. Kathy Rapp (R-Warren), will hold a public hearing on the decision by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to close the White Haven and Polk state centers.

Committees to Examine Closures of White Haven, Polk State Centers

Oct. 17, 2019 /

WHAT: The House Human Services Committee, chaired by Rep. Gene DiGirolamo (R-Bucks), and the House Health Committee, chaired by Rep. Kathy Rapp (R-Warren), will hold a public hearing on the decision by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services to close the White Haven and Polk state centers.

Metzgar, Stefano Hosting Veterans Breakfast

Oct. 17, 2019 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Carl Walker Metzgar (R-Somerset/Bedford) and Sen. Pat Stefano (R-Fayette/Somerset/Westmoreland) will be hosting a complimentary Veterans Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 1, from 8:30-10 a.m., at the Somerset American Legion, located at 162 W. Main St. in Somerset.