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Mackenzie offers veteran assistance hours in Bethlehem this December

Rep. Milou Mackenzie is offering Veteran Assistance Hours at her Bethlehem office to support local veterans.

By Northhampton News | Dec 2, 2024

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Lehigh Valley prepares for historic celebration marking America's 250th anniversary

Last week, State Representative Ann Flood joined the House Tourism and Economic and Recreational Development Committee on a tour of Bethlehem, Easton, and Allentown.

By Northhampton News | Nov 27, 2024

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Concerns raised over vote counting practices in Pennsylvania

By Northhampton News | Nov 20, 2024

The issue of election integrity in Pennsylvania has become a contentious topic following the events of November 5.

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Northampton County receives over $1.2 million for conservation projects

By Northhampton News | Nov 15, 2024

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Grant awarded to develop Neffs Valley Park

By Northhampton News | Nov 12, 2024

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Veteran assistance hours set for November in Bethlehem

By Northhampton News | Nov 4, 2024

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1.5 million allocated for power plant improvement in Northampton County

By Northhampton News | Nov 4, 2024

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Mackenzie announces nearly $2 million for local redevelopment projects

By Northhampton News | Nov 4, 2024

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FOIA Request Sent to Northampton County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Northhampton News | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Northampton County Election Department on October 30, 2024.

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State grants boost safety projects in 137th district

By Northhampton News | Oct 24, 2024

Rep. Joe Emrick of Northampton has announced the allocation of over $2.2 million in state grant funding aimed at enhancing safety and infrastructure within the 137th Legislative District. This funding will support several key projects, including $500,000 for the Upper Nazareth Fire Department to acquire a pumper tanker truck, $521,029 for the Colonial Regional Police Department to upgrade cardiac monitors and police radios, and $350,000 for Nazareth Borough to purchase a 39-acre tract known as Black Rock Woods for land preservation.

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Flood announces over four million dollars in grants for Northampton County

By Northhampton News | Oct 23, 2024

State Representative Ann Flood has announced that Northampton County will receive over $4 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grant funding. These grants aim to support various projects focusing on infrastructure, public safety, and community resources in the 138th Legislative District.

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Mackenzie announces grant funding nearing $1 million for district projects

By Northhampton News | Oct 23, 2024

Rep. Milou Mackenzie has announced nearly $1 million in grant funding for various projects within Pennsylvania's 131st District. The funds, sourced from the Public School Facilities Improvement Grant Program and Local Share Account (LSA), aim to enhance community infrastructure and services.

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Grant funding boosts infrastructure improvements in Lehigh Valley

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Mackenzie announces preservation of 58-acre farm in East Greenville

By Northhampton News | Oct 16, 2024

Rep. Milou Mackenzie announced that a 58-acre farm in East Greenville, owned by the Yerger family, has been preserved through Pennsylvania's Farmland Preservation Program. The farm is located within Mackenzie's 131st District in Montgomery County.

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Mackenzie organizes free document shredding event for district residents

By Northhampton News | Oct 11, 2024

Rep. Milou Mackenzie is organizing a public paper shredding event to assist residents in safeguarding their personal information against identity theft. The event will take place on Saturday, October 19, at Hope Valley Community Church, located at 501 Garber Alley, Red Hill, from 10 a.m. to noon.

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Veteran assistance hours offered by Rep. Milou Mackenzie in Bethlehem

By Northhampton News | Oct 2, 2024

Rep. Milou Mackenzie, representing Lehigh, Montgomery, and Northampton, will offer Veteran Assistance Hours at her Bethlehem office this month. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at 1425 Mountain Dr. N.

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Hearing addresses workforce challenges for Pennsylvania manufacturers

By Northhampton News | Sep 27, 2024

Today, Rep. Ann Flood (R-Northampton) and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), held a hearing to address workforce challenges faced by Pennsylvania manufacturers. The session aimed to explore ways to fill numerous family-sustaining jobs in the Lehigh Valley with skilled workers.

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Marlborough Elementary named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School

By Northhampton News | Sep 26, 2024

Rep. Milou Mackenzie has announced that Marlborough Elementary School, located in the 131st District, has been named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Marlborough Elementary is one of 13 schools in Pennsylvania to receive this honor and one of 356 schools nationwide.

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House GOP to hold hearing on Pennsylvania manufacturing workforce

By Northhampton News | Sep 25, 2024

House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail (R-Beaver/Washington), Rep. Ann Flood (R-Northampton), and other lawmakers will hold a hearing titled “Manufacturing Momentum: Assembling PA’s Workforce” to discuss workforce challenges faced by manufacturers and potential solutions.

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Rep. Milou Mackenzie offers various state-related services in district offices

By Northhampton News | Sep 25, 2024

Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) reminds residents that her Bethlehem and Red Hill district offices offer a variety of state-related services.