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80.4% of Warren County residents old enough to vote in 2021

By Northwest PA News | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 38,791 citizens living in Warren County in 2021, 80.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 31,175 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Warren County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Northwest PA News | Mar 22, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Warren County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Thompson Hosts Gov. Kristi Noem to Discuss Dangers China Poses to American Agriculture

By Northwest PA News | Mar 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.– U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, hosted a full committee hearing on the dangers China poses to American agriculture. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem was one of the key witnesses. Her work to prevent South Dakota farmland sales to foreign adversaries gives her a unique perspective on this issue.Chairman Thompson expressed concerns about China's actions, stating, "These last few years have seen China steal U.S. intellectual property, hack critical cybersecurity and related infrastructure, weaponize...

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Census Bureau: 92.6% of people in Forest County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Northwest PA News | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 7,121 citizens living in Forest County in 2021, 92.6% were old enough to vote, equating to 6,593 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Thompson Supports Protecting American Energy Production

By Northwest PA News | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson expressed his support for legislation aimed at ensuring more affordable energy for Pennsylvanians and protecting American energy production. In a statement, Rep. Thompson emphasized the importance of domestic energy production, particularly in rural areas like Pennsylvania, despite challenges from the Biden Administration and Governor Shapiro."I am proud to represent a district, and come from a state, that plays such a large role in domestic energy production," said Rep. Thompson. "Without the energy production of my district and...

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Venango County in week ending Mar. 16

By Northwest PA News | Mar 20, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Venango County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rapp Urges Caution, Voices Concerns After House Hearing on Cannabis

By Northwest PA News | Mar 20, 2024

HARRISBURG — The House Health Subcommittee on Health Care recently held an informational meeting regarding the implications of legalizing cannabis for adult use. Following the meeting, Rep. Kathy L. Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest) expressed her concerns and urged caution in a statement.Rapp highlighted the discussions during the meeting, stating, "We heard from a few testifiers today calling for the full legalization of recreational marijuana." She also mentioned a testifier advocating for the expungement of marijuana offenses from criminal records upon legalization.One...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Venango County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Northwest PA News | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Venango County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Venango County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Northwest PA News | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Venango County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Thompson, Alford, Cuellar, Panetta, Porter Lead Effort to Bolster Agriculture Education

By Northwest PA News | Mar 19, 2024

U.S. Representatives Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA), Mark Alford (R-MO), Henry Cuellar (D-TX), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), and Katie Porter (D-CA) have introduced the Growing Opportunities in Agriculture (GO Ag) Act to enhance agriculture education opportunities in schools across the nation. The act aims to create a $5 million grant program to assist high schools in covering the startup costs associated with agriculture education programs."The average age of a farmer in the U.S. is over 58-years-old; it’s imperative for both food security and our national security that we promote...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Warren County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 16

By Northwest PA News | Mar 18, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Warren County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Venango County in week ending Mar. 16

By Northwest PA News | Mar 17, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Venango County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Northwest PA News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By Northwest PA News | Mar 17, 2024

These former Northwest PA News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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Northwest PA News area weekly mass times

By Northwest PA News | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the Northwest PA News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Venango County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Northwest PA News | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Venango County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Thompson Announces $761,000 in Federal Funding for Punxsutawney Area Hospital

By Northwest PA News | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson revealed today that the Punxsutawney Area Hospital will receive $761,000 in federal funding to replace its Magnetic Resonance Imaging Unit (MRI). The funding is part of a larger expansion project aimed at enhancing health equity and improving patient health outcomes in rural Pennsylvania."A new MRI unit at Punxsutawney Hospital will help serve the community and will keep in-demand health care services local," stated Rep. Thompson, emphasizing the importance of maintaining access to high-quality care in rural areas. "This funding is...

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Thompson Announces $628,155 in Federal Funding for Curwensville Streetscape Improvements

By Northwest PA News | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson revealed that the Borough of Curwensville is set to receive $628,155 in federal funding aimed at enhancing infrastructure, public safety, and accessibility within the town's streetscapes. The allocated funds will be utilized for various improvements, including the renovation of sidewalks, crosswalks, streetlighting enhancements, and the addition of street trees and benches to improve the visual appeal of the business district.In a statement, Rep. Thompson emphasized the importance of the streets in Curwensville, stating, "The...

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Thompson Announces $639,280 in Federal Funding for Two Mile Run Wastewater Treatment Facility

By Northwest PA News | Mar 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC. – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson today announced $639,280 for the Two Mile Run Wastewater treatment facility in Venango County to replace existing wastewater treatment facilities. The Two Mile Run County Park offers outdoor recreation and is also a venue for family gatherings with its 12 pavilion areas, swimming beach, rental houses, and campgrounds. The current wastewater treatment facility is nearing the end of its life and beginning to fail, threatening county park activities."These funds will directly benefit Venango County residents and serve...

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Thompson Announces $768,000 in Federal Funding for Clinton County First Responders

By Northwest PA News | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson has announced a significant allocation of $768,000 for Clinton County to purchase new communications equipment for first responders in the region. The funding aims to enhance the interoperability, safety, and efficiency of the daily operations of each department in the county."I am pleased to see this project funding come through for Clinton County and the entire community," expressed Rep. Thompson. "To best protect our communities, we must provide our first responders with the means to succeed. This funding will improve the safety...

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Thompson Announces $1 Million in Federal Funding for Jersey Shore Borough Public Safety Building

By Northwest PA News | Mar 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.– U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson today announced $1 million for Lycoming County’s new public safety building, which will improve the capabilities and efficiency of several core public services. This investment will assist with constructing a new home for the Jersey Shore Borough Police Department, Citizens Hose Company of Jersey Shore Area, municipal administration, public works department, and the Chambers of the County Magisterial District Court 29-03-01. This new facility will ultimately make these services more responsive to local needs."This...