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Kephart announces Act 13 funding for flood project at Stinky Run

State Representative Dallas Kephart has announced that Clearfield Borough will receive $125,000 in Act 13 funding for a flood protection project along Stinky Run.

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 14, 2025

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Local fire and EMS services receive over $230K in state grants

State Representative Mike Armanini announced that over $230,000 in grants have been allocated to 20 fire and EMS companies within the 75th Legislative District.

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 13, 2025

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Local fire and EMS services receive over $500k in state grants

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 12, 2025

State Representative Dallas Kephart has announced the allocation of over $500,000 in grants to support fire and emergency medical services in communities within the 73rd Legislative District.

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Local lawmakers oppose governor's plan to close correctional facilities

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 10, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr., along with state Representatives Dallas Kephart and Mike Armanini, have expressed their opposition to Governor Josh Shapiro's plan to close two correctional facilities in Pennsylvania.

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Kephart schedules telephone town hall for February 13

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 6, 2025

State Representative Dallas Kephart, representing the 73rd Legislative District in Pennsylvania, has announced plans to host a telephone town hall on Thursday, February 13.

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FOIA Request Sent to Clearfield County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Clearfield County Election Department on February 5, 2025.

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Langerholc announces $400K for Cambria County agricultural innovation

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 3, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. has announced the allocation of $400,000 in state funds aimed at enhancing agricultural innovation in Cambria County.

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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill altering vehicle emissions testing rules

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 3, 2025

The Pennsylvania Senate has approved legislation aimed at reforming the state's vehicle emissions testing program.

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Kephart relocates Clearfield district office to former police department site

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 31, 2025

State Representative Dallas Kephart has announced a temporary closure of his Clearfield district office as it relocates to a new site.

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Local officials to announce grant award for Upper Yoder Township

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 29, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. and State Representative Frank Burns are set to announce a Local Share Account (LSA) grant for Upper Yoder Township.

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Armanini schedules clinic for property tax/rent rebate applications

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 29, 2025

State Representative Mike Armanini has announced a clinic to assist with Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) applications.

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

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 16, 2025

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.

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

By Happy Valley Times | Jan 8, 2025

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

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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.