With two Kyles, NEPA breaks new ground

(Jan 27, 2023)

Not only does Lackawanna County have the only Kyles elected state representative, they serve in consecutively numbered districts. Read more

 

Policy Hearing: Testifiers detail issues affecting health care staffing

(Jan 26, 2023)

“We couldn’t possibly touch on all the issues affecting health care staffing today, but this hearing offered a chance for lawmakers and members of the public to understand the complexity of the problems,” said Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, who spent more than 25 years in the health care sector and is a registered nurse. Read more

 

Probst, MyCIL to offer monthly disability outreach program

(Jan 26, 2023)

MyCIL assists people with disabilities with services designed to maximize their independence, including securing transportation, housing, home and community-based services and more. Read more

 

House Democratic Members of Speaker's Workgroup Issue Statement on Efforts to End House Gridlock

(Jan 25, 2023)

"This bipartisan workgroup is committed to prioritizing seeking justice for child sexual abuse survivors and drafting appropriate operating rules for the Special Session and regular session." Read more

 

Changes proposed for Pennsylvania dog laws, license prices

(Jan 25, 2023)

In a memo released Jan. 25, Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski (D-Luzerne) and State Senator Elder Vogel Jr. (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) say they plan to introduce companion legislation that will revise annual and lifetime dog licenses and reasonably increase fees. Read more

 

Siegel: A bipartisan agenda around safety, security and stability

(Jan 23, 2023)

Pennsylvania can be the bulwark against the politics of cynicism, restore confidence in democracy and its ability to solve people’s problems and usher in a new era of freedom for Pennsylvanians who live under the oppression of poverty and hardship. Read more

 

Pa. lawmakers propose medical debt relief bill

(Jan 23, 2023)

A plan to create the Pennsylvania Medical Debt Repayment Program was unveiled today by state Reps. Arvind Venkat and Nick Pisciottano, both D-Allegheny; Bridget Kosierowski, D-Lackawanna; and Tarik Khan and Donna Bullock, both D-Phila. Read more

 

Probst opens Pike County satellite offices in Delaware, Lehman townships

(Jan 23, 2023)

Probst said all her locations are available on a walk-in basis during operating hours, but residents wishing to avoid potential wait times can schedule an appointment at any of the offices by calling her Stroudsburg office at 570-420-2850. Read more

 

Dickson City to convert former video rental shop into community center

(Jan 22, 2023)

Forconi contacted state Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-114, Waverly Twp., looking for grants for the community center, and her office worked with him to apply, he said. Read more

 

40 years later, Rep. Robert Freeman still has public policy on the brain

(Jan 22, 2023)

"When it comes to the laborious nature of the legislative process, it takes time, and sometimes you measure success in terms of yards instead of miles," Rep. Freeman said. Read more

 

Schlossberg seeks to ensure pet insurance doesn’t bite consumers

(Jan 20, 2023)

“Pet insurance provides valuable coverage, and consumers deserve to know what is in their policies, what care their pets will receive and the true costs.” Read more

 

McNeill Milks her First Cow

(Jan 19, 2023)

Pa. state Rep. Jeanne McNeill tried something new at the Pennsylvania Farm Show! Read more

 

Get to know your lawmaker: We asked Harrisburg newbies rapid-fire questions to quickly get acquainted

(Jan 19, 2023)

Josh Siegel: I think one of the most pressing issues facing voters in Pennsylvania is the cost of housing, which is two-fold; for seniors, it's the rising tide of property taxes and for those in the workforce, it's the cost of rent or availability of affordable starter homes. Read more

 

Rep. Freeman Announces Over $1 Million in Local Violence Reduction Funding

(Jan 17, 2023)

In a release, State Rep. Robert Freeman said the money will support projects implementing local and regional strategies to reduce violence. Read more

 

Local lawmakers, voters optimistic as Gov. Shapiro takes office

(Jan 17, 2023)

"He's got a full plate, and it's a busy job, but I really have great faith that he'll do a wonderful job," said Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, (D) 114th District in Lackawanna County. Read more

 

Lehigh Valley bike trail gets $1.65M to connect Bristol to Allentown to Mountain Top

(Jan 16, 2023)

“This funding will help close a major gap in the trail and improve the quality of life for the residents of the communities in the area,” Rep. McNeill said. Read more

 

Bill package aims to support farm workers amid labor shortages

(Jan 16, 2023)

“They are essential to our food chain,” State Rep. Manuel Guzman said. Read more

 

Midvalley, Upvalley projects receive grants for outdoor recreational improvements

(Jan 15, 2023)

“These state dollars will improve the outdoor recreation opportunities for the residents and visitors within our communities,” Mullins said in a statement. Read more

 

Freeman: Violence reduction grants awarded locally

(Jan 13, 2023)

“This funding will help support important programs in Easton and Wilson to reduce violence. Developing strategies and programs to address the issue of violence in our communities is critical to safeguard our quality of life and ensure that all of our residents are safe,” Freeman said. Read more

 

Pashinski races in Farm Show Scurry Pull

(Jan 13, 2023)

From the professional care these animals receive to the work our Pennsylvania farmers do, Pashinski couldn’t be more proud to be a part of the PA Farm Show and how it highlights PA’s agricultural products and people. Read more

 

With two Kyles, NEPA breaks new ground
Jan 27, 2023

Policy Hearing: Testifiers detail issues affecting health care staffing
Jan 26, 2023

Probst, MyCIL to offer monthly disability outreach program
Jan 26, 2023

House Democratic Members of Speaker's Workgroup Issue Statement on Efforts to End House Gridlock
Jan 25, 2023

Changes proposed for Pennsylvania dog laws, license prices
Jan 25, 2023

Siegel: A bipartisan agenda around safety, security and stability
Jan 23, 2023

Pa. lawmakers propose medical debt relief bill
Jan 23, 2023

Probst opens Pike County satellite offices in Delaware, Lehman townships
Jan 23, 2023

Dickson City to convert former video rental shop into community center
Jan 22, 2023

40 years later, Rep. Robert Freeman still has public policy on the brain
Jan 22, 2023

Schlossberg seeks to ensure pet insurance doesn’t bite consumers
Jan 20, 2023

McNeill Milks her First Cow
Jan 19, 2023

Get to know your lawmaker: We asked Harrisburg newbies rapid-fire questions to quickly get acquainted
Jan 19, 2023

Rep. Freeman Announces Over $1 Million in Local Violence Reduction Funding
Jan 17, 2023

Local lawmakers, voters optimistic as Gov. Shapiro takes office
Jan 17, 2023

Lehigh Valley bike trail gets $1.65M to connect Bristol to Allentown to Mountain Top
Jan 16, 2023

Bill package aims to support farm workers amid labor shortages
Jan 16, 2023

Midvalley, Upvalley projects receive grants for outdoor recreational improvements
Jan 15, 2023

Freeman: Violence reduction grants awarded locally
Jan 13, 2023

Pashinski races in Farm Show Scurry Pull
Jan 13, 2023