Local Government News
Flick to Host Kids Safe Symposium on May 11
State Rep. Jamie Fick (R-Lycoming/Union) is organizing a Kids Safe Symposium in Williamsport on May 11, as reported on May 3, 2024. The event, in collaboration with the James V. Brown Library, aims to provide families in the 83rd District with valuable safety information.The symposium, scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James V. Brown Library on 19 E. Fourth St., will include a Bike Safety Rodeo course facilitated by Safe Kids PA Lycoming County. Children are encouraged to bring their bikes, but arrangements will be made for those without bikes to participate in...
Senate OKs Yaw Bill to Create Independent Energy Office in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG – The state Senate today approved Senate Bill 832, sponsored by Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) to establish an Independent Energy Office (IEO) within the commonwealth.According to Sen. Gene Yaw, the senator behind the bill, "Pennsylvania has one of the most diverse energy portfolios in the United States." He emphasized the importance of this initiative by stating, "There is no question we can capitalize on our state’s energy richness, but first we must stop apologizing for it. I believe an Independent Energy Office can provide impartial, timely and data-driven analysis...