For the first time in a long time, the Capitol Complex was back to its normal self. The halls and rotundas were filled with visitors and groups of citizens coming…
Foreign conflict brings local unity
As divided as we have been the past two years over COVID-19, politics, and so many other issues, it is consoling to see everyone in our area coming together in…
Committee work brings positive changes to state
While State Representatives are appointed, by their leadership, to certain committees, we do certainly try to get particular assignments. For example, since I have worked closely with our local police…
What do you want to see in the state budget?
On Feb. 8, Gov. Tom Wolf addressed a joint session of the House and Senate and presented his executive budget proposal for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Every year, budget season…
Healthcare workers deserve every penny of $225 million state package
I recently have had plenty of opportunities to deal with medical facilities and personnel. Some of these interactions have been on a personal level, some have been as a result…
Smoke alarm bill could prevent Philadelphia fire tragedy repeats
The terrible events that took place during a Jan. 5 townhouse fire in Philadelphia have brought to light a glaring issue that needs to be addressed. The tragic fire at…
State aid programs relaunch for the new year
The start of a new year is the start of many new programs from the state, so I want to share this important information. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program…




