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Forest Hills receives $250K grant for out-of-school youth programs

The School Safety and Security Committee within the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has awarded a grant to an out-of-school program in Cambria County.

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 16, 2025

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Dallas Kephart begins second term with focus on jobs and constitutional defense

State Representative Dallas Kephart, a Republican from Cambria and Clearfield, has been sworn in for his second term serving Pennsylvania's 73rd House District.

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 8, 2025

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Wayne Langerholc begins third senate term and takes on role of majority whip

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 7, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. has been sworn in for his third term as a state senator representing the 35th Senatorial District, which includes Clearfield County, Cambria County, and parts of Centre County.

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Langerholc announces $6 million in grants for rail freight improvements

By Happy Valley Times | Dec 18, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr., who leads the Senate Transportation Committee, has announced the awarding of two rail freight grants within his district.

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Langerholc seeks donations for annual holiday drive

By Happy Valley Times | Dec 4, 2024

The office of Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) has initiated its annual holiday donation drive, seeking contributions to support those in need.

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Armanini announces $900K in funding for affordable housing in 75th District

By Happy Valley Times | Dec 2, 2024

State Representative Mike Armanini has announced that the 75th Legislative District will receive $900,000 from the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program.

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Pennsylvania senators criticize governor's reallocation of federal transportation funds

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 22, 2024

Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman and Senate Transportation Committee Chair Wayne Langerholc, Jr. have voiced their concerns regarding Governor Josh Shapiro's decision to reallocate $153 million of federal highway and bridge capital funds.

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Grants awarded to boost high-speed internet access in Pennsylvania's 35th district

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 21, 2024

The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has distributed several grants to enhance digital connectivity in the 35th Senatorial District.

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Langerholc organizes expos on alternatives to college education

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 18, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) is organizing two expos this week focused on alternatives to traditional college education.

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Pennsylvania introduces rape kit tracking system under new law

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 13, 2024

A new law in Pennsylvania, Act 122 of 2024, introduces a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system.

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State grants support renovation projects in Cambria and Centre counties

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 1, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. announced the allocation of $4 million in state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants to projects in Cambria and Centre counties.

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Clearfield County receives over $3.5 million in RACP funding

By Happy Valley Times | Nov 1, 2024

State Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. and State Representative Mike Armanini have announced the allocation of over $3.5 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants to four recipients in Clearfield County.

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FOIA Request Sent to Clearfield County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Clearfield County Election Department in Pennsylvania regarding pre-election voting machine test reports on October 30, 2024.

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Langerholc to host veterans appreciation breakfast in Ebensburg

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 25, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) will host a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast in Cambria County.

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Kephart announces $1.75 million PENNVEST loan for sewage authority upgrade

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 25, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart announced a $1.75 million low-interest loan for the Woodward Township Sewage and Water Authority.

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Local bridge to be named after fallen Marine from Cambria County

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 24, 2024

Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr. will participate in a ceremony to honor a fallen Marine from Cambria County by naming a local bridge after him. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 28, at 1 p.m., and will take place at the Pickerel Pond Pavilion in Prince Gallitzin State Park, Flinton.

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Kephart receives Guardian of Small Business Award from NFIB

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 24, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart has been honored with the Guardian of Small Business Award by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). This recognition places him among ten legislators in Harrisburg who have been acknowledged for their support of small businesses.

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Pennsylvania legislature approves rape kit tracking system

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 23, 2024

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has unanimously passed a bill introduced by Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. to establish a statewide rape kit evidence tracking system. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 920, allows survivors to monitor the status of their rape kits throughout the testing process, from collection to destruction.

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Kephart and Langerholc announce local share account grants totaling nearly $2.5 million

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 22, 2024

State Representative Dallas Kephart and Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr. have announced nearly $2.5 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants allocated for projects in the Cambria and Clearfield communities. The funding is distributed by the Commonwealth Financing Authority under Act 71 of 2004, which aims to support public interest projects.

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Local municipalities and schools receive over $2.7 million in state grants

By Happy Valley Times | Oct 22, 2024

State Senator Cris Dush and State Representative Mike Armanini have announced the allocation of over $2.7 million in grants to local municipalities and schools through two state government programs.