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Forward Township receives grant for park rehabilitation

Forward Township in Butler County has been granted $216,100 for the rehabilitation of Ash Stop Park.

By Lawrence Times | Nov 14, 2024

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Grants awarded for park improvements in Lawrence County and New Castle City

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By Lawrence Times | Nov 13, 2024

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Funding allocated for infrastructure improvements in Pennsylvania's 9th Legislative District

By Lawrence Times | Nov 1, 2024

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Bernstine announces $1M funding for key projects in 8th Legislative District

By Lawrence Times | Nov 1, 2024

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FOIA Request Sent to Lawrence County Election Department Regarding Voting Machines Testing Report on October 30, 2024

By Lawrence Times | Oct 30, 2024

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

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Public school districts receive $1.5M for facility upgrades in Pennsylvania

By Lawrence Times | Oct 22, 2024

Rep. Marla Brown of Lawrence has announced a significant funding allocation for public school districts within the 9th Legislative District. A total of $1.5 million will be distributed through the Commonwealth Financing Authority's Public School Facility Improvement Grant program, aimed at upgrading infrastructure in three local school districts.

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State grant awarded for Wampum Borough's water system upgrade

By Lawrence Times | Oct 22, 2024

Rep. Aaron Bernstine has announced that Wampum Borough in Lawrence County will receive a $400,000 state grant to address critical infrastructure needs. The funds will be used for a comprehensive upgrade of the borough's water system, specifically focusing on replacing outdated lead water lines with modern materials.

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State awards over $1.9 million for infrastructure improvements in 9th district

By Lawrence Times | Oct 22, 2024

In Harrisburg, Representative Marla Brown of the 9th Legislative District announced the allocation of over $1.9 million in state funding aimed at enhancing community infrastructure. The funds are intended to improve safety, transportation, and water quality across various projects.

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Pennsylvania House passes resolution honoring Chuck Tanner Day

By Lawrence Times | Oct 22, 2024

A resolution supported by Representative Marla Brown to designate October 17, 2024, as Chuck Tanner Day in Pennsylvania has passed the House of Representatives. The resolution honors Chuck Tanner, a New Castle native known for his leadership and contributions to Major League Baseball.

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Marla Brown invites veterans for breakfast event in New Castle

By Lawrence Times | Oct 18, 2024

Residents of the 9th District who have served or are currently serving in the military, along with their families, are invited to a Veterans Breakfast hosted by Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) on Saturday, November 2. The event aims to connect military members, veterans, and their families with various services and programs available to them.

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Bernstine announces free document shredding event for identity protection

By Lawrence Times | Oct 16, 2024

Rep. Aaron Bernstine is set to host a free shredding event on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Forward Township Municipal Building in Evans City. This initiative aims to provide residents of the 8th Legislative District an opportunity to protect themselves against identity theft by securely destroying personal documents.

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Bernstine announces PENNVEST grant for Butler County Conservation District

By Lawrence Times | Oct 16, 2024

Rep. Aaron Bernstine has announced a $1.12 million grant from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to support the Butler County Conservation District. The funding aims to enhance agricultural practices and environmental sustainability at Four Seasons Dairy Farm by consolidating heifers into one location and improving waste management processes.

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Lawrence County schools receive farm-to-school grants for local food initiatives

By Lawrence Times | Oct 11, 2024

Reps. Aaron Bernstine and Marla Brown have announced the recipients of Farm-to-School Grants in Lawrence County. These grants, provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, aim to improve access to local food and offer agricultural learning experiences for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

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Farm-to-school grants awarded in Lawrence County

By Lawrence Times | Oct 11, 2024

Reps. Aaron Bernstine and Marla Brown have announced that two recipients in Lawrence County have been awarded Farm-to-School Grants. This initiative by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture aims to improve access to healthy, local food and provide agricultural learning experiences for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

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New Castle receives $86,400 grant for economic development

By Lawrence Times | Oct 9, 2024

Rep. Marla Brown has announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has approved a grant for New Castle amounting to $86,400. The funding is allocated through the department's Strategic Management Planning Program (STMP) and aims to support Phase 1 of the city's efforts by financing an economic development role.

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Bernstine announces concealed carry seminar in Butler County

By Lawrence Times | Oct 2, 2024

Rep. Aaron Bernstine of Butler/Lawrence is reminding residents about the upcoming Concealed Carry Seminar scheduled for Wednesday, October 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Penn Township Municipal Building.

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Bernstine to host seminar on concealed carry laws in Butler County

By Lawrence Times | Sep 24, 2024

Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will host a Concealed Carry Seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Penn Township Municipal Building in Butler County.

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Brown announces PHMC grant for Lawrence County Historical Society

By Lawrence Times | Sep 19, 2024

Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) announced today that the Lawrence County Historical Society has been awarded an $8,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) as part of the Cultural and Historical Grant Program. This funding will help cover operating expenses, including gas heating for the society's office and historic home, which houses vital archival records and artifacts.

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Brown announces environmental repair grants for Mohawk, Laurel, Union Area school districts

By Lawrence Times | Sep 10, 2024

Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) has announced that Mohawk, Laurel, and Union Area school districts are among 109 schools in Pennsylvania to receive funding from the state Department of Education's Environmental Repair Grants program. These grants aim to improve water infrastructure, eliminate contamination, and address other environmental hazards in schools.

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Rep. Aaron Bernstine proposes legislation to enhance PA's election security

By Lawrence Times | Aug 29, 2024

HARRISBURG – With the presidential election approaching in November and Pennsylvania again in the national spotlight as a critical swing state, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (Butler/Lawrence) is introducing a legislative package aimed at enhancing the transparency and security of Pennsylvania’s election process.