The state Department of Environmental Protection has awarded $7.2 million to plug 329 conventional gas and oil wells across 15 counties, with 67 slated to be plugged in Venango County, 62 in McKean, and 52 in Warren County. Plugging wells…
Iodide Distribution Near Nuclear Plants 8/14
The state Department of Health will offer free potassium iodide, or KI, tablets next Thursday, August 14, to Pennsylvanians who live, work, or study within 10 miles of any of the state’s four active nuclear power plants. This is part…
Are Your Residents Prepared?
September is fast approaching, along with the annual observance of National Preparedness Month. Townships and their emergency management coordinators can help spread FEMA’s message of being prepared for any kind of natural or human-made emergency. What can your township do?…
National Night Out Success Stories
Don’t forget to share your pictures and stories from your National Night Out Public Safety event last night. These events, focused on emphasizing bonds between communities and first responders, have been incredibly successful in increasing the safety levels of the…
Don’t Miss the Southcentral PSATS Regional Forum in Lancaster Next Week!
Have you registered for the Southcentral PSATS Regional Forum at the Eden Resort in Lancaster on August 14? This full-day event is designed to bring essential, localized training right to your doorstep! Packed with value, each forum features a general session, a variety…
Tunkhannock Township Recovers Over $8,000 in Unclaimed Property
The Pennsylvania Treasury recently returned more than $8,000 in unclaimed property to Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, marking another success in Treasurer Stacy Garrity’s initiative to reunite public entities with lost or forgotten funds. The $8,360 returned to Tunkhannock Township was reported…
Canadian Wildfires Create Unhealthy Air Quality Today in Eastern, Central PA
The state Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day today for Eastern and Central Pennsylvania for fine particulate matter due to significant smoke from wildfires in eastern Canada. The alert covers the following counties:…
“Check Your Height, Know It’s Right” to Prevent Bridge Hits
The state Department of Transportation has launched a public awareness campaign aimed at reducing the number of bridge strikes across the state. “Check Your Height, Know It’s Right,” urges drivers—especially those operating commercial vehicles, rental trucks, and RVs—to know their…
ATV and Snowmobile Facilities Grants Now Available
DCNR’s Bureau of Recreation and Conservation is now accepting applications for the All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Snowmobile Program fall grant round for projects proposing land acquisition, planning, development, rehabilitation, maintenance, equipment purchases, or educational programs for ATV or snowmobile trails…
Homeowners Facing Sewage Repairs, Sewer Connections Eligible for Low-Interest Loans
Township officials should be aware of the PENNVEST Homeowner Sewage Program, which provides loans to homeowners facing sewer or septic system costs. The PENNVEST program is a joint venture between the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), the Department of Environmental…
