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Senator Langerholc opposes closure of Pennsylvania correctional facilities

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. of Pennsylvania spoke at a rally in Harrisburg against the planned closures of certain correctional facilities in the state, including Quehanna Boot Camp in Clearfield County and SCI Rockview in Centre County.

By Happy Valley Times | Apr 1, 2025

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Senator Langerholc to join rally against closure of state correctional facilities

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) is set to join the Pennsylvania State Corrections Officers Association at a rally to oppose Governor Josh Shapiro's plan to close state correctional institutions.

By Happy Valley Times | Mar 31, 2025

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Clearfield County ranks 22nd highest in Pennsylvania for per capita government transfer income at $14,270 in 2022

By Happy Valley Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Clearfield County received an average of $14,270 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 22nd highest in Pennsylvania.

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Clearfield County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By Happy Valley Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Clearfield County, providing an average of $1,235 per capita to residents.

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Langerholc comments on Penn State's review of Commonwealth Campuses

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 25, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. has responded to Penn State University's decision to form a special committee tasked with reviewing the potential closure of its Commonwealth Campuses.

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State grant awarded for Lorain Borough transportation project

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. announced a state grant of $638,000 for transportation improvements in Lorain Borough, Cambria County.

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State allocates $300,000 for Grampian Borough's street improvement

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 24, 2025

Senator Wayne Langerholc, Jr. and Representative Mike Armanini have announced the approval of state funding to support an infrastructure project in Grampian Borough.

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Kephart announces Act 13 funding for flood project at Stinky Run

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 14, 2025

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.

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

By Happy Valley Times | Feb 13, 2025

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.

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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.