Northwest PA News

Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong) has announced a series of events for the constituents of the 63rd Legislative District, including two identity theft/shredding events and a veterans breakfast.

To help protect constituents from identity theft, Oberlander will host two free shredding events on Saturday, Oct. 12. These events offer residents the opportunity to safely dispose of personal documents containing sensitive information, preventing potential identity theft.

The first event will take place in Clarion from 9-11 a.m. at Oberlander's district office parking lot at 160 S. Second St., Clarion. For more information, residents can call 814-226-9000.

The second event will be held in Kittanning from noon to 2 p.m. at the Kittanning Volunteer Fire Department, located at 13126 US-422, Kittanning. Oberlander will be teaming up with Rep. Abby Major and Sen. Joe Pittman for this event. More details are available by calling 724-954-3613.

Common items that should be shredded include credit card statements or applications, bank statements, canceled checks, old income tax information, insurance and medical records, and any other documents that contain Social Security, credit card or bank account numbers.

Items not accepted include phonebooks, newspapers and bound books. Additionally, the shredding service is for personal use only and cannot accommodate businesses.

“Identity theft is a serious crime that can have long-lasting consequences,” said Oberlander. “These shredding events are a simple yet effective way for residents to protect their sensitive information and avoid becoming victims.”

Oberlander will also host her annual Veterans Breakfast on Friday, Nov. 8, from 9-11 a.m., at Knox United Methodist Church at 9729 Route 338 in Knox. This breakfast is open to all veterans and a guest; registration is required by calling 814-226-9000 by Friday, Nov. 1.

For more information on these or other district events, visit Oberlander's website or Facebook page or call 814-226-9000.