October 2, 2013
Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate approved a series of bills to provide sweeping improvements to Pennsylvania's child protection laws on Wednesday: [Read More]
Author: Eric K.
September 25, 2013
Harrisburg Happenings
The Senate approved House Bill 108, legislation reauthorizing and extending the life of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) through December 31, 2015 on Wednesday. The bill returns to the House of Representatives for concurrence on Senate amendments. [Read More]
September 13, 2013
Local housing improvements receive boost from shale impact fee
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) recently awarded $250,000 in grants for housing improvement efforts in Beaver and Lawrence counties, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
September 5, 2013
National dairy show coming to Harrisburg Sept. 7-12
The top dairy cattle from across the nation will be on display during an upcoming weeklong show at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, according to Senator Elder Vogel, a dairy farmer and Chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. [Read More]
August 16, 2013
Five volunteer fire companies receive state grants
Five volunteer fire companies in Beaver and Lawrence counties were recently awarded state grants for training and equipment purchases directly related to fighting brush and forest fires, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
August 15, 2013
Loans available to Lawrence, neighboring counties for storms, flooding repairs
Businesses and homeowners in Lawrence County and surrounding areas with property damage from recent storms and flooding at the end of June may be eligible for low-interest loans to help pay for repairs, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
August 1, 2013
Local organizations share $1.4 million in Pre-K Counts grants
Organizations in Beaver and Lawrence counties will receive a total of $1,408,640 in Pre-K Counts grants for 2013-14 for pre-kindergarten programs and services, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]
July 30, 2013
State supports Tucker Auto-Mation move to Beaver County
A new business is planning to build a headquarters and manufacturing facility at the West Gate Business Park in Big Beaver Borough, bringing eight jobs and creating 25 additional positions, according to Senator Elder Vogel. Governor Tom Corbett and Tucker Auto-Mation announced the company’s plans on Tuesday, a move applauded by Senator Vogel. [Read More]
July 23, 2013
Senator Vogel hails VEKA expansion announcement
Senator Elder Vogel applauded the announcement by VEKA, Inc. of its plans to expand its Fombell, Beaver County, plant and bring new jobs to the community. [Read More]
July 10, 2013
Energy efficiency grants for small business available
Small businesses looking for help in implementing projects to trim energy costs and reduce pollution can now apply for state grants of up to $9,500, according to Senator Elder Vogel. [Read More]