U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development is now accepting applications for the Rural Community Development Initiative Grants program. Grants are intended to provide capacity-building assistance to improve housing, community facilities, and community and economic development projects in rural areas, including: Townships and…
Get ready, township officials! Our popular Regional Forums are heading your way from August through October. These full-day events are designed to bring essential, localized training right to your doorstep. Each forum is packed with value, featuring a general session, a variety of targeted workshops, and…
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) released several resources to assist with the application development for funding under Round Two of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. These resources include a revised list of BEAD eligible locations, updated Frequently Asked…
DCED is now accepting applications for the Main Street Matters program to support and create healthy, vibrant, and welcoming communities. Funding is available in several grant categories of planning, business support, aesthetic improvements, and safety and security. Townships are eligible to apply through August…
We are less than a year away from the 250th birthday of the United States on July 4, 2026! Pennsylvania’s townships are vital to celebrating the semiquincentennial. From historic sites to local heroes, each community holds a piece of our…
From responding to fireworks accidents to devastating flash flooding in Texas, the nation’s first responders were doing what they always do…protecting us. While the rest of us were enjoying a long holiday weekend celebrating our nation’s 249th Birthday, our first…
We have received reports of scam attempts targeting townships using QuickBooks. Please be cautious and avoid engaging with unsolicited calls, emails, or pop-ups claiming to be from Intuit or QuickBooks support. In addition, avoid doing online searches for “consultants” for QuickBooks…
Regional Forums are coming to your area from August through November! These full-day events bring timely, local training to township officials, just like the PSATS Annual Conference, but closer to home. Each forum includes a general session, targeted workshops, and…
As millions of Pennsylvanians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the Office of State Fire Commissioner is continuing its annual summer fireworks safety campaign to promote responsible celebrations and prevent injuries and property damage. With an uptick in celebrations this Fourth…
The public portion of the state Department of Transportation’s heavy equipment auction ends Monday, July 7. This year’s sale includes a wide range of surplus equipment, including off-road equipment, dump trucks, and more. The State Surplus Property Program is holding the…
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