Typically, the last week of session is non-controversial, with light voting agendas, but this was not the case for the House and Senate which both met the week of Oct.…
Manufacturing looms large in Pennsylvania, ranking 6th nationally
Lately, I’ve had many conversations about manufacturing in the United States. The recent supply chain crisis has brought the issue to light, as many of us deal with a scarcity…
Police department to add body, dash cams in Kennedy
Kennedy Township commissioners voted to accept grant money toward the purchase of body and dashboard cameras for the police department. The cameras are scheduled to arrive in several months, said…
PUBLIC SAFETY | Officials concerned by delayed access to McKees Rocks Bridge
Traffic on the McKees Rocks Bridge early on in the construction process. Public safety officials from Stowe and McKees Rocks have met with PennDOT representatives twice about safety concerns on…
Elder abuse, mental health issues receiving bipartisan house support
More often than not, and more often than thought, things can work well in Harrisburg. The second session week in September found the House of Representatives working in a bipartisan…
HARRISBURG UPDATES | A 1933 law governing Sunday football restrictions repealed
With elections coming up, the end of this session cycle is approaching in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Any bills – and there are hundreds – which did not receive…
NEVILLE ISLAND | New Neville park would grant river access
The Neville Island riverfront where a dock, canoe and kayak launch will go for the proposed Riverfront Park. Neville Island’s long-sought Riverfront Park is closer to becoming a reality. The…






