Looking to build on the continued success of the Northeast region in the Commonwealth, state Rep. Jeanne McNeill assumed the role of chair of the Northeast Democratic Delegation in the PA House of Representatives today, a role previously held by state Rep. Maureen Madden. Read more
“Our community is truly blessed to have an organization like ArtsQuest providing cultural and entertainment experiences throughout the year,” said McNeill, D-Lehigh. “I am pleased to see this funding secured to ensure everyone from the visitors to the performers to the staff are safe at these events. Read more
"It is my honor to keep one of the greatest organizations, the Fightin Phils, right where it belongs, here in Reading," state Rep. Mark Rozzi said. Read more
The food bank, which serves Berks and Schuylkill counties, will use the money to buy a van for its Weekender Program, which provides a bag of food to students to take home from school on Fridays. Read more
“The redevelopment of the Turn and Grind Shop is a significant addition to the ArtsQuest campus and will allow for additional programming, community events and entertainment options,” stated Representative Steve Samuelson. “And, Lehigh Heavy Forge plays such a critical role in our nation’s national defense that to be able to further invest in it will provide greater security for our country and more jobs to the Lehigh Valley.” Read more
“Overdose fatality review teams present a promising path to reducing drug-related deaths within our communities by examining and understanding the circumstances surrounding a fatal overdose." Read more
The grant of $50,000 will allow Helping Harvest to purchase a new transit van to deliver food to the Weekender Program at elementary schools and to pick up donations from retail grocer partners. Read more
“I’m proud to bring these grants to Berks County to boost this recreational area. These renovations will offer joy and will help engage the community even more." Read more
The morning had a panel discussion and presentations by several speakers, including State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre. Read more
Pa. state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski joined Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding at Maylath's Farm and Orchard in Sugarloaf to celebrate the launch of the new PaPreferred.com – your one-stop shop to find PA grown and produced products at a farmer’s market or retailer near you!Remember to always look for the PA Preferred label at your local market. That label means: Grown in PA. Buy PA. PA Preferred – PA Proud! Read more
When people know where their food comes from, state Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-121, Wilkes-Barre said, they trust it will be healthy. Read more
Redding was joined by Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Wilkes-Barre, for a visit to PA Preferred member Maylath Farm and Orchard in Sugarloaf. Read more
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding was joined by Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski to visit PA Preferred® member Maylath Farm and Orchard in Sugarloaf to invite Pennsylvanians to explore the commonwealth's farmers markets and farm destinations this fall and winter. Read more
Read about the latest state grant opportunities open for applications. Read more
"I remain committed to protecting students, teachers and faculty -- and their families and friends -- from future pain and anguish." Read more
State Representative Maureen Madden (D-115) shared the backlash that she gets from her constituents that are impacted by the new developments and their negative effects. Read more
State Rep. Jeanne McNeill (D) urged the House to bring the safety bill to a floor vote in a short statement on Twitter that mentioned the incident. Read more
“It just blows my mind this has not been made a law sooner,” Rep. Jeanne McNeill said. “At this point, whatever bill gets passed, it’s not about the name on the bill, it’s about the children.” Read more
The report recommended that $37 million be invested to recruit and retain behavioral health professionals. Read more
The Heights was home to 945 people and 280 homes when it was razed, said state Rep. Steve Samuelson, D-Northampton: “It really was a vibrant community.” Read more
“When we talk about creating jobs, we mean it,” state Rep. Kyle Mullins, D-112, Blakely, said. Read more
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