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Guzman: Nellie Bly Scholarship Program 'win-win scenario for our students, workforce,' schools

By Bob Martin | Jun 14, 2022

The Wolf administration recently met with students and educators at Reading Area Community College (RACC) where they discussed Gov. Tom Wolf's proposed scholarship to help bring affordable college education to thousands of Pennsylvania students.

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Gov. Wolf announces new funding to help with housing: funding is 'applied where the need is greatest'

By Bob Martin | Jun 13, 2022

Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf announced a new round of funding amounting to $48.4 million for 245 housing and community development initiatives in 67 counties through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) fund.

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Wolf and legislators call upon General Assembly to pass legislation to send stimulus checks to eligible residents

By Bob Martin | Jun 11, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf and state legislators including Rep. Emily Kinkead and Senator Lindsey Williams continued their call for the General Assembly to pass legislation that would send $2,000 stimulus payments to eligible Pennsylvania residents.

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$8.4 million in CDBG grants to be used to improve water and sewer systems: 'water and sewage systems are vital to quality of life and public safety'

By Bob Martin | Jun 8, 2022

More than $8.4 million in Community Development Block Grant-Cares Act funds will be used to improve the water and sewer systems in the counties of Centre, Fayette, Greene, Mifflin and Tioga, according to an announcement by Gov. Tom Wolf on May 31.

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Heritage Foundation research fellow: 'families and businesses face some of the highest energy prices in over a decade'

By Bob Martin | Jun 8, 2022

Energy costs and inflation are on the rise and experts are predicting that there could be rolling energy blackouts experienced throughout the country this summer.

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Wolf on Bleacher Garden: 'When we work together, communities can be revitalized and success ensured'

By Bob Martin | Jun 7, 2022

Thanks to a $4 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant, the new GIANT Bleacher Garden at the former Bishop McDevitt High School will be turned into a community resource aimed at helping families in need of food assistance across the state of Pennsylvania.

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Polls show that crime is a growing concern for Americans: 'voters see the current rate as unacceptable'

By Bob Martin | Jun 4, 2022

The crime rate is on the rise in the state of Pennsylvania, and recent polls reveal that across the nation Americans are expressing their concern about increased crime.

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Wolf honors soldiers on Memorial Day: 'We honor the brave individuals who serve in our armed forces'

By Bob Martin | May 31, 2022

On Monday in recognition of Memorial Day, Gov. Tom Wolf ordered that all commonwealth flags on Pennsylvania facilities, public buildings and grounds be flown at half-staff.

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Wolf and First Lady Wolf honor Asian Americans with Advancing Pennsylvania Awards: 'we honor the many contributions and achievements of Asian Pacific American Pennsylvanians'

By Bob Martin | May 29, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf and First Lady Frances Wolf recently joined the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs in celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, as well as honor the first ever Advancing Pennsylvania Award winners.

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Wolf reveals $5.2 million in grant money to fix water and sewer systems, ‘help residents receive access to drinkable water’

By Bob Martin | May 29, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) revealed that over $5.2 million in Community Block Grant Development (CDBG) funds were awarded to update water and sewer systems in four Pennsylvania counties.

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Grant funding to be used to train rural students in manufacturing: 'There are many different skills that can prepare a student for a manufacturing career'

By Bob Martin | May 29, 2022

In an effort to introduce rural Pennsylvanian students to the manufacturing industry, Gov. Wolf has announced that $200,000 in funding through the Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Program (MTTC) is being used for The Improved Milton Experience (TIME).

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Departing DEP Secretary McDonnell 'honored' to have served the Wolf Administration: 'Thank you, Governor Wolf'

By Bob Martin | May 29, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Patrick McDonnell is leaving his position on July 2, and Ramez Ziadeh, P.E. will come on as the acting secretary.

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Wolf honors state employees with 'Awards for Excellence'

By Bob Martin | May 29, 2022

Last week Gov. Tom Wolf announced the recipients of the Governor’s Awards for Excellence and thanked the state’s employees for their hard work in public service.

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AAA says national gas prices are setting records daily: 'seasonal gas demand is rising as more drivers hit the road'

By Bob Martin | May 26, 2022

The gas prices reached a record high in March and it has only gotten worse with many experts expecting the price to continue to climb as records are set on a daily basis.

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Manor College Career coordinator: 'The Digital Literacy Grant has brought a new focus for our programming already here at Manor College'

By Bob Martin | May 24, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf and Department of Labor and Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier were recently at Manor College in Montgomery County where they spoke about a new program created through grant funding by the Wolf Administration that will enhance digital-literacy skills and provide access to jobs.

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Gov. Wolf: 'Lack of broadband hurts Pennsylvanians far and wide'

By Bob Martin | May 24, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf met with U.S. Department of Commerce Under Secretary Jed Kolko at Marion-Walker Elementary in Centre County last week to discuss the $45 billion federal initiative called Internet for All, which includes more than $100 million in funding to help bring broadband to Pennsylvanians everywhere.

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Snead on ARPA funding for child care: 'Early learning systems cultivate our youngest minds'

By Bob Martin | May 19, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced a new $98 million grant funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money to be used for certified childcare providers to support recruiting and retaining employees.

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Corman assumes role of lieutenant governor as Fetterman recovers from stroke and surgery

By Bob Martin | May 18, 2022

The Wolf administration announced on May 17 that as Lt. Gov. John Fetterman (D-PA) undergoes a "standard medical procedure," president pro tempore of the Senate, Jake Corman, will temporarily take the role of acting lieutenant governor.

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Gov. Wolf: 'This plan will help Pennsylvanians get back on their feet right now'

By Bob Martin | May 17, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf and Rep. Patty Kim were at Wesley Union A.M.E. Zion Church in Harrisburg where they called on the General Assembly to pass legislation that would send funds to residents to help them recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Wolf: 'MAP funding is essential to help communities pave the way for the future'

By Bob Martin | May 14, 2022

The Department of Community and Economic Development recently approved funding for nine projects through the Municipal Assistance Program (MAP) amounting to $235,500 to help local governments with zoning and plan revisions.