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Local groups urged to apply for DCNR conservation grants

Counties, municipalities, municipal agencies, pre-qualified land trusts, non-profits, and other eligible organizations are invited to apply for grants from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) starting January 21, 2025.

By Lycoming News | Jan 16, 2025

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Senator Argall appointed to multiple Senate committees for 2025-26 session

Senator Dave Argall has been appointed to several key committees for the upcoming 2025-26 legislative session.

By Lycoming News | Jan 15, 2025

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Yaw announces over $3.3 million NAP funding for Lycoming and Sullivan counties

By Lycoming News | Jan 13, 2025

State Senator Gene Yaw has announced the allocation of over $3.3 million in funding to support low-income individuals and enhance distressed areas in Lycoming and Sullivan counties.

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Pennsylvania senators urge action on vacant state property expenses

By Lycoming News | Jan 10, 2025

State legislators and local officials from Pennsylvania have urged the Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) to address delays in repurposing long-vacant state properties.

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Gene Yaw reappointed as chair of Senate environmental resources committee

By Lycoming News | Jan 9, 2025

State Senator Gene Yaw has been reappointed as chairman of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session.

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Senate committee to discuss reuse of vacant state properties

By Lycoming News | Jan 8, 2025

Senator Dave Argall, chair of the Senate Majority Policy Committee, will lead a workshop discussion with Senators Chris Gebhard and Scott Hutchinson to explore potential new uses for three vacant state centers.

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Jamie Flick appointed to multiple PA House committees for 2025-26 session

By Lycoming News | Jan 8, 2025

State Representative Jamie Flick, serving the Lycoming and Union districts, has been appointed to several key committees for the 2025-26 legislative session in Pennsylvania.

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Dave Argall begins new term as Pennsylvania state senator

By Lycoming News | Jan 7, 2025

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Gene Yaw begins fifth term representing Pennsylvania's 23rd senatorial district

By Lycoming News | Jan 7, 2025

State Senator Gene Yaw has been sworn into his fifth term, representing the 23rd Senatorial District in Pennsylvania.

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Gene Yaw re-elected chair of PA delegation for Chesapeake Bay Commission

By Lycoming News | Jan 7, 2025

Senator Gene Yaw, a Republican representing Pennsylvania's 23rd district and chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, has been re-elected to lead the Pennsylvania delegation of the Chesapeake Bay Commission (CBC).

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Senate committee explores future use for vacant state properties

By Lycoming News | Jan 6, 2025

The Senate Majority Policy Committee is set to begin its 2025 series of public hearings and workshops by examining potential new uses for three long-vacant state centers in Hamburg, White Haven, and Polk.

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Rural Pennsylvania Commission set to address population challenges

By Lycoming News | Jan 6, 2025

The Center for Rural Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Rural Population Revitalization Commission will hold an inaugural press conference to recognize all Commission appointees.

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Schuylkill County Historical Society receives funding for window restoration

By Lycoming News | Jan 2, 2025

The Schuylkill County Historical Society in Pottsville has installed 25 new windows at its downtown location, funded by $150,000 in state support secured by Senator Dave Argall and Representative Tim Twardzik, along with private donations.

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Montgomery Borough receives nearly $1M grant for water line upgrades

By Lycoming News | Jan 2, 2025

State Representative Jamie Flick has announced that Montgomery Borough will receive nearly $1 million in grant funding to upgrade its water line infrastructure.

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Senator Argall discusses CRIZ impact on local TV program

By Lycoming News | Jan 2, 2025

The January edition of the local TV program hosted by Sen.

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Funding allocated for reclaiming abandoned mines in Schuylkill County

By Lycoming News | Dec 18, 2024

Projects aimed at reclaiming abandoned mine lands and restoring polluted streams in Schuylkill County have been awarded nearly $1.5 million in grant funding.

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Rep. Flick criticizes Biden's commutation of ex-judge Conahan's sentence

By Lycoming News | Dec 16, 2024

State Representative Jamie Flick of Pennsylvania has expressed disappointment over President Joe Biden's recent decision to commute the prison sentence of former Luzerne County judge Michael Conahan.

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Carrie Pauling appointed new district office manager by State Rep. Jamie Flick

By Lycoming News | Dec 10, 2024

State Representative Jamie Flick of Lycoming and Union Counties has announced the appointment of Carrie Pauling as the new District Office Manager for the 83rd District.