Gov. Josh Shapiro announced that 77 municipalities in 31 counties will receive nearly $35.5 million in Green Light-Go Grants funding to support traffic signal upgrades, increase safety, and improve mobility. Congratulations to the dozens of townships receiving funds from this…
On Friday, Gov. Josh Shapiro ordered U.S. and commonwealth flags on all commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds to fly at half-staff in honor of former First Lady Ellen Casey, who passed away. Click here to read a statement from…
PUC Recognizes National “811 Day” The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is highlighting the importance of safe digging awareness and education in conjunction with the celebration of “National 811 Day” on August 11, or 8/11. Today’s date can serve as…
The Consumer Price Index rose 0.2% in July, the same increase as in June, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The all-items index increased 3.2% for the 12 months ending July, slightly more than the 3% increase in…
Cyber-crime is the world’s fastest-growing criminal activity. Cyber-attacks have shut down government agencies, multi-national companies and a gas pipeline serving nearly half the population along the east coast. According to experts, these attacks are growing, and governments and businesses need…
PSATS submitted comments to the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority on its draft Broadband Equity, Access, and Development Program report yesterday, which is required for federal funding. PSATS primary concern is ensuring that the funds go to providing, first and foremost,…
PSATS’ Salary Survey Plus provides helpful data on township employee wages and benefits across the state and allows you to compare employee’s wages to those in similar townships. PSATS is very close to releasing wage and benefit results from the 2023 PSATS Salary Survey Plus. However,…
Thank you to the hundreds of township officials who already signed the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks’ letter opposing federal legislation that would authorize longer and heavier trucks. As you know, higher truck weight causes damage to all roads. The goal,…
The Pennsylvania State Police has begun a pilot program to ensure department readiness for the implementation of body-worn cameras. Patrol troopers assigned to Troop H, Carlisle, will wear the cameras while on duty during the 60-day pilot, which will allow…
The below Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) training announcement, titled “Responding To and Investigating Bomb Threats and Swatting Hoaxes” is being forwarded by the Pennsylvania Criminal Intelligence Center (PaCIC) to provide situational awareness to critical infrastructure and key resources partners. The…
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