Recently a story pertaining to Schulmerich Bells appeared on the tiogapublishing.com websites. This story was accompanied by a photo referencing the building and name of Schulmerich Carillons. This photo was used in error and Schulmerich Carillons has no connection with this story. We apolog…
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Port Allegany, and other McKean county school districts, as well as all Potter County school districts, were awarded more than $830,000 in School Safety and Security grants, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) announced on Feb. 26.
After news emerged that documents misleadingly labeled as official Census forms are being mailed to Pennsylvanians, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin reminded Pennsylvania residents to be cognizant and aware of potential 2020 Census scams and confusion.
Achievements made in the Pennsylvania Wilds, a 13-county region designated as a Conservation Landscape by the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, were recently highlighted in a report by the state agency.
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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Friday that preliminary work, to replace a bridge on Westline Road (Route 3006) in McKean County, was scheduled to start Monday, Feb. 17.
Will you be Treasury’s Valentine? Thousands of Pennsylvanians could say yes to that question. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Treasurer Joe Torsella announced that Treasury holds more than $730,000 worth of unclaimed property for more than 7,000 Pennsylvanians with the first, middle or la…
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency announced Feb. 3 the newest expansion of its successful PA Forward Student Loan Program, offering borrowers a more streamlined way to manage their debt by combining all of their federal and private student loans into a single monthly payment.
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources this week outlined proposed changes to its internal policy on ATV trails on state forest lands to the Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council for public comment.
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Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar reminded Pennsylvania high school students last week they still have time to participate in the Governor’s Civic Engagement Award by registering their eligible peers to vote in the April 28 primary.
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There will be a leadership change soon in the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Engineering District 2, which covers nine counties in the North Central region, including Potter.
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Applications for the 2019 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now available, and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.
Prospective employees are invited to attend and apply at a job fair that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation District 2 is hosting soon in Coudersport. During the job fair, applicants can learn about job opportunities that PennDOT offers. PennDOT staff will be on hand to help with …
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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Monday that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, Jan. 18, through Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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A McKean County Lottery retailer sold a Pennsylvania Lottery Powerball® with Power Play ticket worth $100,000 for the Saturday, Jan. 4 drawing.
The Pennsylvania Senate convened Jan. 7 in Harrisburg. During session, State Senator Joe Scarnati (R-25) was once again unanimously re-elected by members of the Senate to serve as president pro tempore of the Pennsylvania Senate for 2020.
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The Pennsylvania State Grange Heritage Quilt Trail has expanded it locations and has a permanent display at the PA Farm Show Complex.
Each year we kick around some ideas for a “Trail Mission for the STS” and each year it amounts to about the same. The usual chores always need attention: deadfall removals, limb lopping, brush cutting, mowing, blaze painting, maybe a log bridge here and there, another shelter.
Commissioner Robert Evanchick announced that 104 cadets graduated from the State Police Academy in Hershey and have been assigned to troops across the commonwealth. The men and women represent the 157th graduating cadet class.
As part of the Wolf administration’s efforts to expand job training opportunities, Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Jerry Oleksiak announced nearly $6.6 million in PAsmart Apprenticeship grants is available to help more workers “earn while they learn” and gain the hands-on skills…
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Maj. Gen. Tony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, announced that the Departments of Agriculture and Military and Veterans Affairs will join forces to recognize veterans and military service members, and their families on Thursday, Jan. 9, at …
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission recently approved 29 Historical & Archival Records Care grants totaling nearly $185,000 to help care for Pennsylvania’s significant historical records.
After ringing in the New Year, festivities will continue at the 2020 PA Farm Show, Jan. 4-11 in Harrisburg, featuring the state’s number-one cash crop, Pennsylvania mushrooms.
The Department of Human Services Secretary Teresa Miller announced upcoming effective dates for clearance requirements in the Child Protective Services Law.
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission is now accepting applications from qualified museums and official county historical societies for nearly $2 million in Cultural and Historical Support Grants.
Governor Tom Wolf sent a letter to Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert Manfred and Deputy Commissioner Dan Halem urging them to reconsider a proposal to cut ties with more than 40 Minor League teams throughout the nation.
The Department of Health and State Fire Commissioner encouraged residents to take seriously the winter weather expected throughout Pennsylvania over the next few months by prioritizing safety and preparing for extreme conditions.
Grant applications are now being accepted for the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s new Food Recovery Infrastructure Grant Program, which will provide assistance to eligible nonprofit organizations such as shelters and food banks for proper food management.
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Brig. Gen. Mark McCormack honored members of the PA Preferred Homegrown by Heroes program for their service to this nation and to Pennsylvania, through their military service and work in agriculture. The tw…
As part of its 17th year of “Prepare Now” education efforts, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is urging utilities to identify and assist consumers who may struggle with cold-weather energy bills.
Governor Tom Wolf announced that opening a business in Pennsylvania just became easier with the creation of PA Business One-Stop Shop Registration Checklist. This tool will help small business owners and entrepreneurs more easily access necessary licenses, permits, forms and contact informat…
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is now accepting applications for funding for environmental cleanup projects focused on economic development or community revitalization project proposals at abandoned mine land locations across Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is encouraging formal and informal environmental educators around the state to take part in a free webinar to learn how to apply for funding to support a wide range of environmental education projects.
A plan to improve the affordability and accessibility of training for emergency services agencies in rural areas was approved unanimously in the state House Monday, said Rep. Martin Causer, prime sponsor of the measure.
In advance of the 2020 grant opening, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will offer free, in-person grant workshops at six locations across Pennsylvania in November, DCNR Secretary Cindy Adam Dunn announced today.
Education and outreach staff from the Department of Banking and Securities will be meeting with groups of senior citizens, veterans, service providers and the public throughout October to promote financial capability as part of Governor Tom Wolf’s Consumer Financial Protection Initiative.
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the department is receiving a Climate Adaptation Leadership Award from the national Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.
The Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding was joined by the Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association to announce the launch of EatSafePA, a free mobile app that allows Pennsylvanians to have restaurant inspection reports at their fingertips to help them choose a dining establish…
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn called for public input on the draft recommendations that will help guide Pennsylvania’s next Outdoor Recreation Plan.
As National Preparedness Month continues, Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine encouraged Pennsylvanians to take the proper steps needed to protect their health in case a large-scale emergency or disaster occurs.
On Sept. 18 and 25, the Wolf Administration will provide free naloxone at 95 locations across the state to any Pennsylvanian who wants it as part of the administration’s ongoing effort to reduce the number of opioid overdoses and get residents into treatment.
As part of Governor Tom Wolf’s commitment to making voting more convenient, Pennsylvania is launching a new option for voters to apply online for an absentee ballot starting with the November election. In August 2015, Governor Wolf launched online voter registration. Since then, more than 1.…
Volunteer fire and ambulance services can apply online for state grants to help fund their operations, according to Senator Joe Scarnati.
Fewer crashes were investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police during the Labor Day holiday weekend compared to the same time in 2018.
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The Pennsylvania State Police is asking the community for donations of horses to support its mounted patrol unit.
The Commonwealth’s efforts to protect the state’s food supply through animal health and biosecurity initiatives was the focus of a joint meeting of the House and Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs committees Wednesday during Penn State’s annual Ag Progress Days.
The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, whose mission is Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests, released a learning adventure booklet, highlighting the role played by rangers in Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board issued an invitation for bids to award 25 expired restaurant licenses in the ninth license auction since Act 39 became effective in August 2016.
The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs wants to see that everyone leaving the military receives every benefit they earned with their service to America.
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission posted detailed information about this year’s distribution of impact fees on natural gas producers – totaling $242,964,000 – on the PUC’s Act 13 website.
Maternal and Family Health Services announced that the agency’s Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Centers are distributing farmers’ market vouchers to WIC participants.
Recently a story pertaining to Schulmerich Bells appeared on the tiogapublishing.com websites. This story was accompanied by a photo referencing the building and name of Schulmerich Carillons. This photo was used in error and Schulmerich Carillons has no connection with this story. We apolog…
featured
Port Allegany, and other McKean county school districts, as well as all Potter County school districts, were awarded more than $830,000 in School Safety and Security grants, Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) announced on Feb. 26.
After news emerged that documents misleadingly labeled as official Census forms are being mailed to Pennsylvanians, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Davin reminded Pennsylvania residents to be cognizant and aware of potential 2020 Census scams and confusion.
Achievements made in the Pennsylvania Wilds, a 13-county region designated as a Conservation Landscape by the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, were recently highlighted in a report by the state agency.
featured
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Friday that preliminary work, to replace a bridge on Westline Road (Route 3006) in McKean County, was scheduled to start Monday, Feb. 17.
Will you be Treasury’s Valentine? Thousands of Pennsylvanians could say yes to that question. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Treasurer Joe Torsella announced that Treasury holds more than $730,000 worth of unclaimed property for more than 7,000 Pennsylvanians with the first, middle or la…
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency announced Feb. 3 the newest expansion of its successful PA Forward Student Loan Program, offering borrowers a more streamlined way to manage their debt by combining all of their federal and private student loans into a single monthly payment.
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources this week outlined proposed changes to its internal policy on ATV trails on state forest lands to the Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council for public comment.
featured
Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar reminded Pennsylvania high school students last week they still have time to participate in the Governor’s Civic Engagement Award by registering their eligible peers to vote in the April 28 primary.
featured
There will be a leadership change soon in the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s Engineering District 2, which covers nine counties in the North Central region, including Potter.
featured
Applications for the 2019 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now available, and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.
Prospective employees are invited to attend and apply at a job fair that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation District 2 is hosting soon in Coudersport. During the job fair, applicants can learn about job opportunities that PennDOT offers. PennDOT staff will be on hand to help with …
featured
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Monday that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, Jan. 18, through Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
featured
A McKean County Lottery retailer sold a Pennsylvania Lottery Powerball® with Power Play ticket worth $100,000 for the Saturday, Jan. 4 drawing.
The Pennsylvania Senate convened Jan. 7 in Harrisburg. During session, State Senator Joe Scarnati (R-25) was once again unanimously re-elected by members of the Senate to serve as president pro tempore of the Pennsylvania Senate for 2020.
featured
The Pennsylvania State Grange Heritage Quilt Trail has expanded it locations and has a permanent display at the PA Farm Show Complex.
Each year we kick around some ideas for a “Trail Mission for the STS” and each year it amounts to about the same. The usual chores always need attention: deadfall removals, limb lopping, brush cutting, mowing, blaze painting, maybe a log bridge here and there, another shelter.
Commissioner Robert Evanchick announced that 104 cadets graduated from the State Police Academy in Hershey and have been assigned to troops across the commonwealth. The men and women represent the 157th graduating cadet class.
As part of the Wolf administration’s efforts to expand job training opportunities, Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Jerry Oleksiak announced nearly $6.6 million in PAsmart Apprenticeship grants is available to help more workers “earn while they learn” and gain the hands-on skills…
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Maj. Gen. Tony Carrelli, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, announced that the Departments of Agriculture and Military and Veterans Affairs will join forces to recognize veterans and military service members, and their families on Thursday, Jan. 9, at …