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Sen. Dave McCormick hopes ‘three big things get done’ before session ends

(The Center Square) – As the midterm election approaches, the current session of Congress is nearing an end. Although time is running short, U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., believes legislation can be finalized by the end of the year. “Historically, the lame duck sessions are some of the most productive sessions in the history of the Senate, regardless of what happens in the election, because there's an opportunity to sort of make a deal and get a bunch of big things done,” McCormick said in response to a question from The Center Square on Oct. 15. “I'm hoping three big ...

Youth EMS volunteer restrictions eased in Pennsylvania

(The Center Square) – A bill easing restrictions on youth emergency services volunteers was among 58 measures recently signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro. House Bill 2014, introduced by Rep. Greg Scott, D-Norristown, unanimously passed the lower chamber in June and the Senate earlier this month. The legislation extends the hours during which young volunteers can participate in training and authorized activities. The changes aim to remove barriers to youth participation and help replenish Pennsylvania’s shrinking ranks of volunteer emergency responders. Under the state’s ...

Glass recycling rates in Pa., other states trail behind national average

A glass bottle or jar can be theoretically recycled an infinite number of times without degrading in quality. Recycled glass also uses less energy to create new products, results in lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduces demand for raw materials. In the European Union, about 80% of food and beverage containers made from glass are recycled. The United States lags far behind, with barely 30% of its glass being turned into new products. That figure may sound low, but many states in the Chesapeake Bay watershed still struggle to achieve it. So, what gives? Industry experts and ...

Police reports

State police investigate harassment complaint MMIDDLEBURG — Pennsylvania State Police at Selinsgrove are investigating a reported harassment incident involving physical contact on Route 522 in Beaver Township, Snyder County. Police said troopers responded to the complaint at approximately 7:11 p.m. Oct. 22. A 41-year-old Beaver Township man was listed as the victim. No additional details were released. Beavertown man injured in Centre Township crash MIDDLEBURG — A 66-year-old Beavertown man suffered suspected minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash on Troxelville Road at ...

UGI offers grants to help customers with heating bills

LEWISTOWN - UGI Utilities Inc. has increased its contribution to the Operation Share Energy Fund to $1.5 million to help low- and moderate-income customers struggling to pay heating bills. Eligible natural gas and electric customers can receive grants of up to $600 that do not need to be repaid. Established in 1983, Operation Share is a nonprofit program funded through company donations and voluntary contributions from employees, customers and community members. The program supplements federal and state energy assistance programs. Applications, income eligibility requirements and ...