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Bill aims at enhancing oversight on hospital mergers in Pennsylvania

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 11, 2024

In Harrisburg, Senator Michele Brooks, chair of the Senate Health & Human Services Committee, has amended House Bill 2344 to enhance oversight on hospital acquisitions and major consolidations. The amendment comes in response to 15 hospital closures in Pennsylvania over the past five years, most of which followed changes in ownership through mergers or acquisitions.

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Rep. Kelly honors Ellwood City resident with Congressional Award

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 11, 2024

U.S. Representative Mike Kelly recently acknowledged Eric Perkins, a resident of Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, as a recipient of the Congressional Award Silver Medal. The recognition took place during an October 1st meeting at Rep. Kelly's office in Butler.

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Pennsylvania House Republicans introduce bills targeting violent crime accountability

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 11, 2024

Members of the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus have introduced a series of bills intended to hold violent criminals accountable and enhance public safety across the state. This legislative effort is part of a broader initiative by House Republicans, which includes four pillars focused on crime prevention, policing, prosecution, and punishment.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Mercer County in week ending Oct. 5?

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 10, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Mercer County receives $1.5M grant for new learning center

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 10, 2024

Today, Representative Tim Bonner announced a significant state grant of over $1.5 million for the development of the Mercer County Agricultural and Conservation Community Learning Center in Coolspring Township. The facility is strategically located near the Mercer County Career Center.

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Funding announced for Mercer County learning center focused on agriculture

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 10, 2024

Senator Michele Brooks has announced over $1.5 million in funding for the Mercer County Agricultural and Conservation Community Learning Center Project located in Coolspring Township. This initiative aims to transform two structures at Munnell Run Farm into a hub for education and community engagement accessible to all residents of Mercer County.

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Mercer County receives over $1.5M grant for new learning center

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 10, 2024

Rep. Tim Bonner has announced a state grant exceeding $1.5 million for the development of a Mercer County Agricultural and Conservation Community Learning Center in Coolspring Township, Mercer County. The facility will be located near the Mercer County Career Center.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Oct. 5

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 10, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Oct. 5?

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Bipartisan support grows for Medicare Advantage prior authorization reform

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 9, 2024

U.S. Representatives Mike Kelly, Suzan DelBene, Larry Bucshon, and Ami Bera have announced that the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 8702) has gained bipartisan support with over 218 cosponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation aims to enhance care for seniors by refining how Medicare Advantage plans handle prior authorization while increasing oversight and transparency.

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Bill proposes new protocol for handling ticks found on students

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 9, 2024

Legislation introduced by Senator Michele Brooks to establish a standard protocol for handling ticks removed from students during school hours is on its way to the governor's desk. The state House has approved the bill, and it now awaits the signature of Governor Josh Shapiro.

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West Middlesex schools receive $15k grant for farm-to-school project

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 8, 2024

Rep. Parke Wentling has announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) awarded $15,000 to the West Middlesex Area School District. The funds come from PDA's Farm-to-School grant program, which aims to enhance access to healthy, local food and promote hands-on learning for children in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.

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U.S.-Ireland diplomatic relations reach centennial milestone

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Congressman Mike Kelly and U.S. Congressman Richard E. Neal, Co-Chairs of the Congressional Friends of Ireland Caucus, have marked the centennial anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Ireland. The relationship was officially established on October 7, 1924, when Irish Ambassador Timothy Smiddy presented his credentials to then U.S. President Calvin Coolidge.

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Pennsylvania House Republicans emphasize crime accountability in upcoming press conference

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 8, 2024

House Republicans in Pennsylvania are set to address crime-related issues at a press conference. The event will focus on the party's ongoing efforts to ensure accountability for violent criminals across the state.

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House Republicans propose new measures to strengthen prosecution against crime

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 7, 2024

Members of the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus have introduced a legislative package aimed at enhancing prosecution efforts to combat violent crime across the state. The proposed bills are part of a broader strategy and have been authored by Representatives Sheryl M. Delozier, Tim Bonner, Torren Ecker, and Valerie Gaydos.

FOIA Request Sent to Mercer County Regarding Freedom of Information Act Logs on October 7, 2024

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 7, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Mercer County, Pennsylvania, on October 7, 2024.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Sept. 28

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 6, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Shenango Valley News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 6, 2024

These former Shenango Valley News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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Shenango Valley News area weekly mass times

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 5, 2024

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

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Sept. 28

By Shenango Valley News | Oct 4, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.