The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau is accepting applications for the Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program. A total of $54.2 million in funding is available to help advance infrastructure projects in rural communities. Townships are eligible to…
Yesterday, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) highlighted the importance of safe digging awareness and education in conjunction with the celebration of “National 8-1-1 Day” on August 11. The date serves as a natural reminder for Pennsylvania residents and contractors…
These one-day in-persons seminar will provide comprehensive policy information on enhancing stormwater management compliance. It will also cover state-of-the-art practices for improving overall stormwater management and offer technical insights into specific on-the-ground techniques and stormwater control practices. These sessions are…
The state Department of General Services will auction more than 350 vehicles on Tuesday, August 12, at 10 a.m. at Manheim Keystone Pennsylvania, 488 Firehouse Road, Grantville. There will be a variety of 4-wheel drive SUVs, utility vehicles, and pickup trucks, as well…
In July, several new federal tax provisions were adopted for the 2025 tax year. One of these is a new tax deduction on a certain portion of overtime pay that employees may claim when they file their 2025 federal taxes. …
The state Department of Environmental Protection has awarded $7.2 million to plug 329 conventional gas and oil wells across 15 counties, with 67 slated to be plugged in Venango County, 62 in McKean, and 52 in Warren County. Plugging wells…
The state Department of Health will offer free potassium iodide, or KI, tablets next Thursday, August 14, to Pennsylvanians who live, work, or study within 10 miles of any of the state’s four active nuclear power plants. This is part…
September is fast approaching, along with the annual observance of National Preparedness Month. Townships and their emergency management coordinators can help spread FEMA’s message of being prepared for any kind of natural or human-made emergency. What can your township do?…
Don’t forget to share your pictures and stories from your National Night Out Public Safety event last night. These events, focused on emphasizing bonds between communities and first responders, have been incredibly successful in increasing the safety levels of the…
Have you registered for the Southcentral PSATS Regional Forum at the Eden Resort in Lancaster on August 14? This full-day event is designed to bring essential, localized training right to your doorstep! Packed with value, each forum features a general session, a variety…
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