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Wolf on over $40 million in revitalization funds: 'These projects will be formative for their communities'

By Bob Martin | Nov 7, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that 10 projects over nine counties spanning the commonwealth of Pennsylvania will be reaping more than $40 million in funds to help revitalize the communities involved.

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Wolf: 'New buses will decrease air pollution around schools and for schoolchildren'

By Bob Martin | Oct 31, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $34.6 million in federal funds through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will be used to send 89 clean buses to 11 school districts in Pennsylvania.

Cabinetworks Group to expand Mount Union manufacturing facility in $23 million investment

By Bob Martin | Oct 21, 2022

Cabinetworks Group, one of the nation’s largest kitchen and bath cabinet manufacturers and distributors, will be investing $23 million into an expansion project at their Mount Union manufacturing facility that will result in 1,694 jobs either created or retained.

Apprentices will be trained 'to ensure ... a continuous pipeline of talent to bolster the [electrical] industry'

By Bob Martin | Oct 19, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) has made apprenticeship programs in Pennsylvania a priority during his eight years in office.

Wolf on expanded standing orders for naloxone: 'This tool is free for Pennsylvanians, and it works'

By Bob Martin | Oct 14, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced an expansion to standing orders that allows Pennsylvania residents to have naloxone in an effort to fight the opioid epidemic.

Wolf: 'Pennie is making health care more affordable than ever'

By Bob Martin | Oct 11, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf has reminded residents who need financial assistance to go through the Pennie, which is the state’s website with a goal of educating and assisting people in searching for the right health plan.

Gov. Wolf announces addition of three state parks to 'preserve invaluable natural resources'

By Bob Martin | Oct 5, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf recently announced that three new parks will be added to the Pennsylvania state park system, through a $45 million investment that will not only create opportunities for recreation, but also conserve 3,500 acres of natural resources.

Torres: 'Access to nutritional foods for older adults is critical to help support their health, well-being, and independence'

By Bob Martin | Sep 26, 2022

The Senior Food Box Program is feeding 20% more senior residents now than it was this time last year, thanks to the efforts of Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA).

Wolf: 'We are making Pennsylvania an even better destination for visitors'

By Bob Martin | Sep 15, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf has announced that $90 million in grant money will go toward more than 330 projects across Pennsylvania for recreational opportunities, as well as a plan to help underserved communities.

Gov. Wolf announces $293,070 in funds for Pasa to 'provide training for diversified vegetable apprentices'

By Bob Martin | Sep 7, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $293,070 in funds through the Pennsylvania Pre-Apprentice and Apprenticeship Grant Program will be used to help the Pasa Sustainable Agriculture in training apprentices following a rising demand in locally grown vegetables.

Wolf: Bonus rent/tax rebates 'will help older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities stay in their homes'

By Bob Martin | Sep 4, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf has announced that thousands of older and disabled Pennsylvanians who already received a rebate on rent paid or property taxes in 2021 will receive another one-time bonus payment.

Pennsylvania's Wolf on new MTTC funding: 'A great awareness campaign, one that benefits both students and area manufacturers'

By Bob Martin | Aug 25, 2022

Last week Gov. Tom Wolf announced new funding for Advance Central PA through the Pennsylvania Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Program (MTTC) in the amount of $80,058 for the creation of five professional videos for students looking to advance in a manufacturing career.

Gov. Wolf announces PIDA loans to 'allow these companies to expand operations, create new jobs and boost the economies in their surrounding communities'

By Bob Martin | Aug 12, 2022

The Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority low-interest loans have helped businesses across the commonwealth with their growth while creating and retaining jobs, and last week Gov. Tom Wolf announced the approval of eight new loans.

Wolf on reintroduction of PA Opportunity Program: 'I'm not going to stop fighting' for it

By Bob Martin | Aug 6, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf and several legislators gathered this week to discuss the reintroduction of the PA Opportunity Program, which would send $2,000 direct payments to Pennsylvanians trying to recover from the pandemic.

State officials celebrate PA GI Bill: 'This educational investment is helping their families achieve their dreams'

By Bob Martin | Aug 2, 2022

Pennsylvania state officials recently celebrated the success of the PA GI Bill, which was signed into law on July 1, 2019.

$268 million from American Rescue Plan to make 'historic investment' in small businesses, create jobs

By Bob Martin | Jul 24, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf recently announced Pennsylvania has been awarded nearly $268 million from the American Rescue Plan through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).

Treasurer Garrity: 'States have been targeted by fraudsters throughout the pandemic'

By Bob Martin | Jul 16, 2022

Thanks to a new fiscal code amendment included in the Pennsylvania budget recently approved by the General Assembly, the Treasury Department will be more secure from fraud with the implementation of a system of protocols.

Pennsylvania seniors, WIC users reminded to use vouchers for fresh fruits, vegetables

By Bob Martin | Jul 11, 2022

Members of the Wolf administration recently attended the PA Open Air Farmers Market at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, where they reminded low-income seniors and those in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program to use vouchers from the Pennsylvania Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP).

Commission for Women Executive Director Hathaway: 'Abortion bans harm mothers, their babies, and their families.'

By Bob Martin | Jun 30, 2022

On June 24, the U.S. Supreme Court voted to uphold Dobbs Vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which effectively overturns Roe Vs. Wade and takes away a woman’s constitutional right to abortion. Commissions across the state of Pennsylvania spoke out against the decision in a joint statement on the same day.

Pennsylvania Commission on LGBTQ Affairs members denounce SB 1278: 'The General Assembly has chosen to pick on LGBTQ children and teachers'

By Bob Martin | Jun 29, 2022

A bill that is modeled after Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” was recently denounced by members of the Pennsylvania Commission on LGBTQ Affairs, as well as education and youth advocates.

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