Kingston Medicaid providers reported at least $4,649 in 2024 for HCPCS codes assigned specifically to COVID-19 care, with 66.5% of these virus-related charges incurred during the primary pandemic years of 2020 and 2021.
State Rep. Alec Ryncavage has filed a Right-to-Know request seeking full disclosure from Crestwood School Board regarding a recent settlement agreement funded with taxpayer money following its superintendent’s resignation. Ryncavage…
Sen. Lisa Baker has been honored with the Woman in American History Award by the Daughters of the American Revolution for her public service and community leadership. The recognition highlights…
Senator Lisa Baker and Representative Jeff Olsommer voiced concerns over FirstEnergy Pennsylvania’s plan for new powerlines in Pike County. They cited issues with transparency, potential impacts on landowners, and called…
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed a bill requiring new safeguards for children using AI chatbots. The SAFECHAT Act seeks to prevent harmful content and direct at-risk users toward crisis resources.…
Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) has announced that her Dallas district office will be closed for two weeks starting March 2.
State Representative Dane Watro and Senator Dave Argall are scheduled to present a $250,000 grant check to East Union Township.
Nearly $950,000 in grants has been awarded to fire and emergency medical services (EMS) organizations in Luzerne County through the Pennsylvania Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.
Twenty-eight fire and emergency medical services (EMS) companies in Pennsylvania’s 116th Legislative District have been awarded more than $446,000 through the 2025-26 Pennsylvania Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant…
Senator Lisa Baker highlighted over $868,000 in state grants supporting traffic safety improvements in Milford Borough and Kingston Borough on February 10, 2026.
Rep. Dane Watro used social media in February 2026 to announce new legislation on cursive instruction in Pennsylvania schools and promote community events including a legislative roundtable and telephone town…
Senator Lisa Baker and Representative Brenda Pugh have announced that Kingston Borough will receive more than $500,000 in state funding for transportation safety improvements.
Milford Borough in Pike County will receive over $300,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Automated Red-Light Enforcement (ARLE) grant program to enhance traffic safety and accessibility at key intersections.
Legislation that would require the teaching of cursive handwriting in Pennsylvania schools is now awaiting the governor’s signature after passing the state Senate.
Senator Lisa Baker (R-20) has responded to Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed $53.3 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, expressing concerns about its viability and impact on taxpayers and businesses.
The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Senator Lisa Baker (R-20), has advanced three legislative measures aimed at supporting victims of human trafficking and addressing funding for Pennsylvania’s judicial system. “These…
Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) led the official opening of the West Side Regional Police Department (WSRPD), marking a significant step in regionalizing police services for Edwardsville and Larksville boroughs.
Rep. Alec Ryncavage (R-Luzerne) is set to participate in the official launch of the West Side Regional Police Department (WSRPD), a new initiative that brings together police services for Edwardsville…
A $3 million investment has been allocated to the R.J. Corman Railroad Company for the Lehigh Tie Project in Bradford and Wyoming Counties, Pennsylvania.
A $3 million investment has been allocated to the R.J. Corman Railroad Company for the Lehigh Tie Project in Bradford and Wyoming Counties, Pennsylvania.
Senator Lisa Baker shared safety tips and expressed gratitude toward essential workers during a major snowstorm in Pennsylvania in January 2026.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. to mark the opening of a rebuilt magisterial district judge office in Luzerne County.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. to mark the opening of a rebuilt magisterial district judge office in Luzerne County.
A $3.4 million investment in rail freight infrastructure will be directed to Susquehanna County, according to an announcement by Sen.
Rep. Alec Ryncavage will join local, state, and federal officials to mark the official launch of the West Side Regional Police Department (WSRPD), a new agency formed through the consolidation…
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