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News from December 2023

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Mercer County in week ending Dec. 30 2023

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 31, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 30 2023, according 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 Jan. 1?

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 30, 2023

This former Shenango Valley News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1.

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Shenango Valley News area weekly mass times

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 30, 2023

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

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Dec. 23 2023

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 24, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 23 2023, according 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 Dec. 25?

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 23, 2023

This former Shenango Valley News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25.

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Shenango Valley News area weekly mass times

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 23, 2023

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

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Kelly, Pa. Lawmakers Urge Blinken to Include Marc Fogel in Prisoner Swap with Russia

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 21, 2023

Washington, D.C. - Lawmakers from Pennsylvania are calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken to include Marc Fogel, a Pittsburgh-area resident and Butler County native, in any prisoner swap negotiated with Russia. Fogel has been detained in Russia since August 2021, serving a 14-year sentence for possession of medical marijuana used to treat his severe back injury. The lawmakers are urging for Fogel's release, citing his deteriorating health and the need for action from the State Department.In a bipartisan and bicameral letter, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, Chief Deputy Whip...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 20, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Mercer County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 19, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Brooks, Wentling and Bonner Announces $6.3 Million in Grants Benefitting Mercer County

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 19, 2023

Mercer County in Pennsylvania has received over $6.3 million in grants from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to support various infrastructure projects, including water, sewer, and arts initiatives. The grants were announced by Sen. Michele Brooks, Rep. Parke Wentling, and Rep. Tim Bonner, who emphasized the importance of investing in local communities.Sen. Michele Brooks expressed her appreciation for partnering with local communities to allocate investment dollars for infrastructure improvements. She highlighted the significance of these grants in offsetting...

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Brooks Announces $500,000 in Grants to Benefit Crawford County

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 19, 2023

Crawford County has been awarded $500,000 in funding by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for two water and sewer projects, announced Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50). The grants aim to offset the costs of these projects and minimize the financial burden on the residents of the 50th District.Sen. Brooks highlighted the financial impact of water and sewer projects on customers, stating, "Water and sewer projects are costly, and the burden to pay for them typically falls on customers in the form of system improvement charges that appear on their bills."The Meadville...

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Brooks Announces $966,000 in Grants Benefitting Lawrence County

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 19, 2023

Lawrence County in Pennsylvania has been awarded over $966,000 in funding to support various projects, including water, sewer, and arts initiatives. The grants were provided by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) and were announced by Senator Michele Brooks and Representative Marla Brown.Senator Brooks emphasized the importance of strong infrastructure networks for the growth of communities. She stated, "Growing our communities relies on strong infrastructure networks, however these projects can be very costly. I’m pleased the funding will defray costs that would...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Dec. 16 2023

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 18, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Wentling Announces $22,000 in NAP Funding to Support Two Mercer County Projects

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 18, 2023

Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Mercer) has announced that two Mercer County nonprofits will receive a total of $22,000 in funding through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP). The Community Action Partnership of Mercer County will receive $13,750, while the Community Food Warehouse of Mercer County will receive $8,250.The funding provided by NAP will support various projects aimed at revitalizing the community. For the Community Action Partnership of Mercer County, the funds will be used to address the needs of 155 lots by implementing community gardens, an art installation,...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Dec. 16 2023

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 17, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according 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 Dec. 18?

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 16, 2023

This former Shenango Valley News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18.

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Shenango Valley News area weekly mass times

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 16, 2023

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

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Brooks Announces $683,000 in State Funding to Rehab Railroad Track

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 14, 2023

HARRISBURG – Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) has announced that the Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad will receive $682,512 in state funding for its Kerrtown Lead improvement project. The funding comes from the rail freight grant program and will be used to rehabilitate a critical rail spur in Crawford County.Sen. Brooks expressed her satisfaction with securing the grant, stating, "This funding will be a tremendous help in ensuring our critical rail spur will be capable of continuing to serve one of Crawford County’s major employers and industries. I’m glad I was able...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Dec. 9 2023?

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 13, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Brooks’ Bill Helping People with Addiction Set for Enactment

By Shenango Valley News | Dec 13, 2023

A bill sponsored by Sen. Michele Brooks (R-50) aimed at increasing access to licensed addiction treatment programs in Pennsylvania is on track to become law. The bill, known as Senate Bill 941, addresses the urgent needs of individuals struggling with substance use disorder.Sen. Brooks highlighted the severity of the opioid crisis, stating, "The opioid crisis is even more dire as people are subjected to drugs that are laced with fentanyl and xylazine to put money in the pockets of criminals manufacturing them. While law enforcement agencies are dedicated to getting these...