Wrapping up 2020: House, Senate enter into late session budget talks
In a typical election year, neither the State House nor Senate would return to session until the start of the new year. However, 2020 has been anything but typical. Read more.
Support your local shops this upcoming holiday season
While I want to use this column to discuss issues pending in Harrisburg, the reality is that, right now, there are not many new developments. We have been in recess… Read more.
New bill in effect to address emergency response areas
It was a busy session for the house and senate this past week in Harrisburg. Twenty-three bills were sent to the governor after votes in the House. The legislature Read more.
Supporting our first responders is a must in today’s climate
Our first responders — firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, all who serve and protect us, especially those in law enforcement — have worked tirelessly through these Read more.
We’re working on allowing families to attend local sporting events
This time of year is a time when seasons change. The changes bring us to what is, for many, the most wonderful time of the year — football season. For… Read more.
Still feeling the impact 19 years later, we should never forget
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrive at The John Murtha Johnstown Cambria County Airport enroute to the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Read more.
‘COVID Relief Funding’ to provide for related needs at area schools
Throughout the pandemic, our most vulnerable groups have been hit hard due to the challenges they face in this critical time. These groups face challenges every Read more.
This year marks the 100 anniversary of women’s right to vote
Usually I use this column to tell you about things happening in Harrisburg. However, I feel it is important to recognize a momentous occasion. August 18 marks the Read more.
Liquor license renewal bill will help restaurant, bar owners
The State House of Representatives has not been in session in Harrisburg these past few weeks, but members have kept busy. Just last week both the house democrats Read more.
June busy for state house of representatives, new COVID related bills passed
June is always the busiest month in Harrisburg. Even with the COVID crisis, June lived up to its reputation and we remained very busy. Of particular note, Speaker Read more.