To encourage young people to consider a career in law enforcement, the Pennsylvania State Police are offering a free 15-week program at the PSP Academy for teens ages 15 to 18 who are considering a career in law enforcement. Students…

The Independent Fiscal Office’s Monthly Economic Update features an article on inflation and the expectation that it will continue due to strong consumer demand and increased cash savings through the spring. Click here for more information.   

PSATS is urging townships to consider nominating a project for the 2022 Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence. These awards recognize townships and officials who have found creative ways to improve their communities. The deadline for nominations is January 3,…

As snow looms in the forecast this week, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has been trying to fill hundreds of snow plow driver positions across the state to prepare for the upcoming winter weather. In a “robbing Peter to pay…

The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has reached a settlement with Sunoco Pipeline, L.P., requiring the company to dredge a section of the 535-acre lake at Marsh Creek State Park in Chester County and pay $4 million for…

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is accepting applications for the 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program until December 17. The AFG provides critically needed resources that equip and train emergency personnel to recognize standards, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support…

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has assigned a new 835 area code for the southeastern Pennsylvania counties currently served by the 610 and 484 area codes, which includes Lehigh, Berks, Delaware, Chester, and Northampton Counties, along with part of Montgomery…

The Independent Fiscal Office (IFO) and state Department of Revenue have released November 2021 revenue reports. State General Fund collections totaled $6.6 billion and were 3.9% higher than estimates. The overage was primarily due to stronger-than-anticipated sales and use tax revenues. Corporate net income tax, personal…