Quantcast

Luzerne Times

Friday, April 18, 2025

Local Government News

Local Government

Baker and Cappelletti introduce bill to modernize Pennsylvania treatment courts

The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a bill introduced by Senators Lisa Baker and Amanda M. Cappelletti, aimed at modernizing the state’s problem-solving courts.

By Luzerne Times | Apr 15, 2025

Local Government

Luzerne County: Residents received $1.01 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.1% of income in Luzerne County, providing an average of $3,094 per capita to residents.

By Luzerne Times | Apr 13, 2025

Latest News

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Senator Baker comments on potential closure of Penn State Wilkes-Barre campus

By Luzerne Times | Apr 11, 2025

In response to recent announcements by Penn State University that identified several branch campuses, including Penn State Wilkes-Barre, as potential sites for closure, Senator Lisa Baker has voiced significant concerns.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Senate bill targets false school threats with severe penalties

By Luzerne Times | Apr 3, 2025

The Senate has advanced legislation to address false emergency threats targeted at schools.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Bill expanding use of body cameras advances in Pennsylvania Senate

By Luzerne Times | Apr 2, 2025

The Pennsylvania Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation aimed at broadening the use of body-worn cameras among law enforcement entities throughout the state.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on April 1

By Luzerne Times | Mar 31, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Chair Sen.

Medium fs07t0vv9pp1372eh7w0qfl08yl5

Local Government

House adopts resolution for 'National Medal of Honor Day' in Pennsylvania

By Luzerne Times | Mar 27, 2025

A resolution to recognize March 25, 2025, as “National Medal of Honor Day” in Pennsylvania has been passed by the state House of Representatives.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Baker’s school bus safety bill advances in Pennsylvania Senate

By Luzerne Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Senate Transportation Committee has advanced a significant legislative proposal introduced by Senator Lisa Baker aimed at enhancing school bus safety laws in Pennsylvania.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Senate Judiciary Committee advances key public safety legislation

By Luzerne Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Senator Lisa Baker, met to advance several bills designed to enhance Pennsylvania's criminal justice system and address key public safety issues.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Senate Judiciary Committee to hold voting meeting on March 25

By Luzerne Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Chair Sen.

Medium fs07t0vv9pp1372eh7w0qfl08yl5

Local Government

Resolution designates April as "Community College Month" in Pennsylvania

By Luzerne Times | Mar 19, 2025

A resolution to designate April 2025 as "Community College Month" in Pennsylvania has been unanimously approved by the House Education Committee.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Pennsylvania launches scholarship program supporting careers in high-demand fields

By Luzerne Times | Mar 13, 2025

Senator Lisa Baker is urging Pennsylvania college students and individuals seeking career training in high-demand fields to apply for the Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program.

Medium fs07t0vv9pp1372eh7w0qfl08yl5

Local Government

Watro and Argall to host free concealed carry seminar in Hazleton

By Luzerne Times | Mar 13, 2025

Rep. Dane Watro and Sen.

Medium 0hnhlyuuc9xj2udn55epo7xz58bs

Local Government

Luzerne County ranks 36th highest in Pennsylvania for per capita government transfer income at $13,413 in 2022

By Luzerne Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Luzerne County received an average of $13,413 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 32nd lowest in Pennsylvania.

Medium fs07t0vv9pp1372eh7w0qfl08yl5

Local Government

Watro calls for public input on potential Penn State campus closures

By Luzerne Times | Mar 10, 2025

Rep. Dane Watro is calling on residents to express their opinions regarding Penn State University's consideration of closing some Commonwealth campuses, including four located in northeast Pennsylvania.

Medium ov3drdww13r5mvq5lwoia0e406ok

Local Government

Legislators question Pike County utility rate hike proposals

By Luzerne Times | Mar 5, 2025

Senator Lisa Baker and Representative Jeff Olsommer have expressed concerns regarding Pike County Light and Power's proposed rate increases for natural gas and electricity.

Medium fs07t0vv9pp1372eh7w0qfl08yl5

Local Government

Dane Watro joins school safety committee under Pennsylvania crime commission

By Luzerne Times | Mar 3, 2025

Rep. Dane Watro has been appointed to the School Safety and Security Committee under the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.

Medium 0hnhlyuuc9xj2udn55epo7xz58bs

Local Government

Luzerne County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 3% of income in 2022

By Luzerne Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3% of income in Luzerne County, providing an average of $1,522 per capita to residents.

Medium fs07t0vv9pp1372eh7w0qfl08yl5

Local Government

Funding secured for local road projects in Schuylkill County

By Luzerne Times | Feb 24, 2025

State funding amounting to nearly $1 million has been allocated for road projects in the Hazleton area and East Union Township, Schuylkill County.

Medium bdlms5idtkt6c6v93e4f4clgagl4

Local Government

Ryncavage addresses firebombing attempt at Pennsylvania district office

By Luzerne Times | Feb 21, 2025

Rep. Alec Ryncavage, a Republican representing Luzerne County, released a statement addressing an act of vandalism at his district office located in Nanticoke.