The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is installing a large-scale fiber optic broadband network in the eastern part of its system to enhance its communication capacity. The 220-mile fiber optic network will extend broadband to underserved areas and generate non-toll revenue through a partnership with […]
More resolutions are coming in from County Conventions.
More resolutions are coming in from County Conventions. It’s not too late to register for PSATS’ 2021 Business Meeting next week in Hershey! Click here to learn more!
PEMA Announces Millions Available for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) announced the new FEMA Disaster Mitigation Grants, called the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. This program helps communities implement hazard mitigation measures to reduce the risk of loss of life and property from future disasters. […]
PA American Water Awards $500 Grants to Fire Companies
Pennsylvania American Water has awarded 100 fire companies grants of $500 each through its Firefighting Support Program. The grants are a thank-you for the valuable service fire departments provide to the community. Pennsylvania American Water President Mike Doran said, “Water […]
Law Firm Holding Right-to-Know Law Webinar
The law firm of Nauman Smith will hold a free webinar on Wednesday, October 13, from noon to 1 p.m. on Addressing Frequent Issues under the Right-to-Know Law. The session will provide helpful tips on resolving common issues in the public records process. The session will […]
PennDOT Virtual Innovation Days
Registration for the PennDOT Virtual Innovation Days event is now open. This FREE event is scheduled for Nov. 2-4, 2021, featuring 12 sessions over the course of the 3-day event. For additional details, including the complete event schedule and registration […]
QuickBooks for Beginners Now Virtual – 10/12 & 10/19
The QuickBooks Beginners classes on 10/12 and 10/19 are going to one virtual option. The one day class is now going to a two half-day class. The first half of the virtual class will be held the morning of the […]
CDL Driver Availability Challenge to Affect Winter Preparedness?
Winter is coming, and the state Department of Transportation and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission are gearing up for it. PennDOT has budgeted nearly $200 million for this winter’s statewide operations, deploys about 4,700 workers, and has more than 560,000 tons […]
Join Our Special Guest in Celebrating PSATS’ 100th Anniversary on October 14!
Don’t miss PSATS’ Centennial Celebration Dinner, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Leadership Institute, on Thursday evening, October 14, at the Hershey Lodge. Stay tuned for clues about our special guest over the coming days. The fun-filled historic event, sponsored by the […]
Pennsylvania is 14th for Vaccine Doses Administered Per Capita
According to the Centers for Disease Control, Pennsylvania is 14th for total COVID doses administered per capita. Nationally, more than 185 million people have been fully vaccinated, or 67% of the adult population and 83.6% of those age 65 or […]
