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Senior Expo Draws Hundreds in Lycoming Co.

Hundreds of area seniors and caregivers joined Rep. Joe Hamm and me last Thursday for our annual Senior Expo. Nearly 100 exhibitors offered resources on healthcare, insurance, nutrition, finances, government services and more. The Senior Expo is all about bringing helpful information together under one roof so seniors can get answers on the spot.

Thank you to all of our attendees, vendors and volunteers who made this a fantastic event!

PennDOT Secretary Visits PCT Aviation Center

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Michael Carroll recently visited Penn College’s Lumley Aviation Center, where I joined him for a tour.

The college’s Aviation Maintenance and Aviation Technology program provides hands-on training for the next generation of aviation professionals, and prepares these students to meet the growing demand in this industry.

Expand Energy Holds Annual Meeting in Wysox

On September 16^th, Expand Energy visited Wysox for their annual Northeast meeting along with industry representatives, local elected officials and community leaders. We had a great discussion with their leadership team on how our region continues to help meet Pennsylvania’s energy needs.

Alex and Jack Co. Opens in Jersey Shore

Congratulations to Alex & Jack Co. on their recent grand opening in Jersey Shore! This new specialty shop is a wonderful addition to the area, featuring high-quality soy wax candles and melts, along with thoughtfully curated home décor items. My chief of staff, Nick Troutman, was there for the ribbon cutting and celebration.

Bradford/Sullivan Co. Farm Bureau Holds Annual Meeting

The Bradford/Sullivan County Farm Bureau recently held its annual meeting in Troy. Elizabeth Vollman of my Williamsport office attended the meeting and was able to connect with many community leaders and farmers from across our region on the issues most important to Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry.

Young’s Woods Park Celebrates Park Improvement Project

Young’s Woods Park in Williamsport recently celebrated the start of major upgrades with its Park Improvement Project. The project is a comprehensive revitalization of the 3-acre neighborhood park in the East End and includes upgrades to modernize park facilities, safety and accessibility improvements and the construction of an inclusive playground, ADA-compliant pavilion and two pickleball courts.

This project has been made possible through a culmination of state funding and funding from the AllOne Foundation.

Williamsport-Lycoming Chamber Celebrates America250PA Award

The Williamsport-Lycoming Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated a $20,000 America250PA Semi Quin grant to support the Pennsylvania Railroad Sleeper-Lounge Car Restoration project. Elizabeth Vollman of my Williamsport Office was there to join the chamber’s team and America250PA representatives.

PA Treasurer Announces Short-Term Funding for Head Start, County Services

The Pennsylvania Treasury Department will make $500 million available for Pennsylvania’s Head Start providers and county governments, helping to keep essential services funded while the 2025-26 state budget is finalized.

The funds will be distributed via short-term, investment loans which recipients will be required to pay back following enactment of a state budget. Treasurer Stacy Garrity said that to be eligible for this program, Head Start providers and county governments must indicate the investment will be used for immediate operating expenses.

More information is available from the Pennsylvania Treasury Department.

Union County’s Buggy Town Among New Historical Markers

The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) voted recently to add 45 new Historical Markers to be placed in 21 counties across the Commonwealth. These markers, which commemorate significant people, places, events and innovations, will join the more than 2,500 existing markers that tell the story of Pennsylvania’s rich and diverse history.

Among them was Mifflinburg’s “Buggy Town,” which was home to more than 50 buggy and sleigh makers in the late 19^th century.

Mansfield to Host Music Spend-a-Day on Oct. 6

Commonwealth University-Mansfield invites high school juniors and seniors interested in studying music to attend the Spend-A-Day program on Monday, Oct. 6, at 9:30 a.m.

This one-day experience is ideal for prospective students who wish to major or minor in a music program or who simply want to stay engaged in music during their college years.

Participants will attend classes with current Mansfield music students, tour campus, eat lunch at Manser Dining Hall, and take a private lesson. The event also offers opportunities to audition for music major acceptance and early scholarship consideration.

Instant admission decisions will be available for students who submit a completed application with transcripts and test scores during the event.

CU-Mansfield offers programs in instrumental and vocal music performance, music education, and music technology along with several ensemble opportunities.

More information and registration available HERE.

New Funding Opportunity to Reduce Drug Overdoses, Connect Individuals with Substance Use Disorders to Treatment Services

A new grant opportunity is available to reduce overdoses and fatalities, connect individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) in the justice system to treatment and improve health outcomes for Pennsylvanians struggling with SUD. 

Through this initiative, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) and the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) are making $12 million in federal State Opioid Response (SOR) IV funds available to expand access to evidence-based diversion, treatment, and recovery services.

Counties and non-profits are invited to apply by October 31. A webinar for interested applicants is available HERE.

America250PA’s Semiquincentennial Scholarship Program Application is Now Open

In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary and to honor the legacy of Pennsylvania’s strong commitment to education, America250PA will be awarding $250,000 in scholarships to deserving Pennsylvania students attending Pennsylvania colleges and universities in the 2026/2027 academic school year.  

More information on eligibility and applications available HERE.

Fire and EMS Funding Assistance Available

Our local fire and EMS companies are committed to saving lives and protecting property, so I’m pleased to announce they can apply now for assistance through the state Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grants program.

The funding is available to volunteer or career fire, rescue and EMS organizations and can be used for facility improvements, equipment purchase and repair, debt reduction, training and certification, and more.

The deadline to apply is Oct. 20. More information, important dates and the online application can be found here.

Measure to Help Veteran-Owned Businesses Approved by Senate

Beyond serving our nation in the military, many veterans create jobs through their entrepreneurial spirit. We approved legislation to promote these veteran-owned businesses.

Senate Bill 64 would authorize the creation of a special logo to promote veteran-owned businesses. To be eligible, a business must be registered with the Department of State and at least 51% of the ownership interest must be held by a veteran, reservist or member of the National Guard.

To discourage the logo from being used fraudulently, anyone who falsely claims to be a veteran to obtain this designation would face a misdemeanor of the third degree. The bill was sent to the House of Representatives for consideration.

Senate Votes to Help Relieve Long-Term Care Worker Shortage

The number of Pennsylvania residents ages 65 and over is expected to nearly double by 2040, but even now many nursing facilities are forced to take beds out of service because they can’t fill direct care positions.

The Senate recently passed legislation to tackle this critical problem by making it easier for those seeking employment at long-term care centers while still ensuring employees are well-qualified.

Senate Bill 114 would encourage more employees to join the long-term care workforce by expanding the availability of training courses for nurse aides and the eligibility for individuals to take the nurse aide competency exam. The bill was sent to the House of Representatives for consideration.

Remembering Three Police Officers Killed in the Line of Duty

Three police officers were killed and two wounded serving a warrant Sept. 17 in York County, a heartbreaking reminder of the risk faced every day by those standing on the thin blue line between order and chaos.

The fallen officers, Detective Mark Baker, Sgt. Detective Cody Becker and Detective Isaiah Emenheiser, were members of the Northern York County Regional Police Department. Their shocking deaths highlight how crucial it is to stand behind law enforcement officers and give them the tools and support they need to serve communities in the safest manner possible.

May their families find comfort in this incredibly trying time.

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