U.S. Treasury is continuing to invite selected township recipients of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (called SLFRF or ARPA Funds) that reported fully expending their award to close out their grant early. Treasury is notifying recipients on a rolling basis via…
Each year, the commonwealth presents the annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence to recognize communities for their successes in undertaking innovative projects and other initiatives to improve the quality of life in their communities. Awardees are recognized during Local Government Week…
EPA’s Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization is soliciting applications from eligible entities for Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment, and Cleanup Grant funding. Townships are eligible to apply for these opportunities through January 28, 2026. For more information, contact the EPA Region 3 Brownfields Program representative at (215)…
The Consumer Price Index increased in December by 0.3% according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over the last 12 months ending December 31, the all-items index increased 2.7%. The index for shelter rose 0.4% in December and 3.2% over the year and was the largest factor in the all items monthly increase. The food index increased 0.7% over the…
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Township officials are reminded that the state Department of Community and Economic Development’s Tax Information Form (DCED-CLGS-2565) is due Thursday, January 15, 2026. Additionally, the Report of Elected & Appointed Officials (DCED-CLDS-19) is due by January 31. Please note, both reports can be accessed and filed online at DCED’s…
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced a nearly $82 million investment in grant awards for more than 295 recreation and conservation projects across Pennsylvania, including more than 80 township projects. The funding, administered by the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), will help communities improve parks, playgrounds, and trails, conserve open…
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary this year, the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) last week unveiled “Pennsylvania 250: The Keystone of American History,” a statewide, year-long initiative showcasing Pennsylvania’s central role in the nation’s founding, growth, and democratic evolution. The initiative brings together exhibitions,…
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) announced the availability of $2 million under the Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program to help communities preserve historic places, strengthen revitalization efforts, and prepare for the nation’s 250th anniversary this year. PHMC will award grants…
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