A few years back, I was invited to take part in a program called “Fire Ops 101.” The Pittsburgh Firefighters at the Fire Academy training facility in Allison Park gave…
Leagues scramble to find officials, so check your anger at the gate
I remember last year watching a commercial for an office supply store that had a parent dancing through the aisles getting school supplies for his children with the song “Most…
Vital organizations receive increased funding in state budget
Organizations such as the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, our local fire departments and EMS companies, along with Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) are vital to the stability…
State budget includes $850M more in education spending
As mandated by our Pennsylvania Constitution, the annual budget must be approved by June 30 of each year. This year, as far too often happens, it was not approved on…
Summer budget debate turns to amusement parks, boats and vaccines
MONTOUR SPARTANS –The 2022 PIAA 4A baseball state championship team and coaches were honored in Harrisburg by Rep. Dan Deasy, Rep. Anita Kulik and Sen. Wayne Fontana (not pictured) on…
Busy time in Harrisburg as budget deadline looms
At this time of year, the Capitol is filled with groups coming to speak about budget requests and legislative priorities. I believe it is the best time of year here…
No matter your opinion, tell legislators your concerns
The Pennsylvania House and Senate are now in the full swing of budget negotiations. Bills will be forthcoming in both Chambers that will set forth the state budget for the…




