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What Shapiro’s Budget Pitch Could Do for Pennsylvania’s Rural Communities
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The governor’s budget proposal would give rural areas a boost to invest in housing, address gaps in health care and market the outdoor landscape.
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Proposed Update to State Gaming Rules Could Offer Relief to Pa.’s Fire Companies, Nonprofits
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Pennsylvania lawmakers have proposed letting nonprofits accept credit and debit card payments for small games of chance, which is currently illegal.
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Pa.’s Outdoor Recreation Office Identifies Early Priorities, but Some Specifics Remain Unclear
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Pennsylvania’s Office of Outdoor Recreation plans to form a business alliance and start an outdoor equity fund, but much of its strategy relies on local volunteers and outside help.
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Pa. County Officials Say Lawmakers’ Increase to the 911 Phone Fee Isn’t Enough to Alleviate Taxpayer Burden
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The increase to $1.95, which takes effect in March, helps Pennsylvania pay for 911 call center staffing and infrastructure upgrades.
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Pa.’s Poorest School Districts Were Slated for a Funding Boost. State Aid Went to School Construction Instead
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Instead of giving new funding to a program that prioritizes the state’s poorest school districts, Pennsylvania lawmakers put $100M toward school construction projects.
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How Public Grant Dollars and Volunteers Helped Revitalize This Pennsylvania Wilds Town
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Elected officials and community members in Kane have secured thousands of dollars to build an identity as a gateway to the Allegheny National Forest.
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A Budget Boost to Payments for State-Owned Land Will Benefit Rural Pa. Counties
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Pennsylvania makes payments in lieu of taxes for state forests, parks and game lands. As part of the finished budget, counties will benefit from the first rate increase in years.
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Pa. Introduces New Rules for Hunters to Limit the Spread of ‘Zombie Deer Disease.’ Here’s What to Know
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Pennsylvania has seen an increase in chronic wasting disease since 2012. While the state has implemented tracking and mitigation efforts, testing is still optional for hunters.
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Pennsylvania Is Investing Millions to Ensure People of All Backgrounds, Abilities Have Access to Public Lands
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Pennsylvania agencies overseeing outdoor recreation have made headway in expanding access to public lands, but not everyone feels safe or welcome at parks and forests.
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How a Proposed Solar Project Prompted Rush Township to Face Its Mining Past
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A solar developer wants to put an array on 1,500 acres in Rush Township, but elected leaders don’t want the project to deter future reclamation.