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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Mar. 30

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 31, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, 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 April 1?

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 31, 2024

These former Shenango Valley News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1.

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Shenango Valley News area weekly mass times

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 30, 2024

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

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80.5% of Mercer County residents old enough to vote in 2021

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 29, 2024

Of the 111,216 citizens living in Mercer County in 2021, 80.5% were old enough to vote, equating to 89,532 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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How many companies in cities in Mercer County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 28, 2024

There were three companies in cities associated with Mercer County that received three FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Mar. 23

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Brooks: $1.26 Million Multimodal Grant Awarded to Reduce Traffic and Improve Safety in Neshannock Township

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 26, 2024

Senator Michele Brooks (R-50) announced today that Neshannock Township will be the recipient of a $1.26 million grant aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving safety along Kings Chapel Road and Pulaski Road. The grant will facilitate traffic calming and safety enhancements in key areas identified by the township's comprehensive planning efforts."This project will help create new economic opportunities by overcoming the current heavy traffic congestion and safety issues that are present," stated Sen. Michele Brooks. She further expressed her gratitude for the...

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House Republicans Call on Mayorkas to Address Record Illegal Northern Border Apprehensions

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 26, 2024

U.S. Reps. Mike Kelly, Ryan Zinke, Nick Langworthy, and Elise Stefanik, among other House Republicans, have raised concerns about the increasing number of apprehensions along the Northern border. In a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the lawmakers expressed their worries about the surge in illegal border crossings and drug smuggling.The lawmakers highlighted the alarming statistics, stating, "In FY 2024 alone, Border Patrol agents are on track to apprehend a record number of illegal immigrants at the Northern border." They also...

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Rep. Kelly invites Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to explain job-killing regulation impacting Butler Works steel plant

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) has extended an invitation to U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to clarify the potential consequences of a proposed rule that could endanger 1,300 jobs at Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works steel plant in Butler, Pennsylvania.In a letter addressed to the Department of Energy, Rep. Kelly emphasized the need for Secretary Granholm to "answer to the community that this rule proposal would so greatly impact." He further stressed, "I believe it is essential for Secretary Granholm to explain to the Butler community...

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Which former Shenango Valley News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25?

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 24, 2024

These former Shenango Valley News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25.

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Shenango Valley News area weekly mass times

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 23, 2024

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

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How many people were old enough to vote in Somerset County during 2021?

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 74,331 citizens living in Somerset County in 2021, 81.8% were old enough to vote, equating to 60,797 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 22, 2024

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

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Rep. Mike Kelly Backs "Protecting American Energy Production Act" During Energy Week

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 22, 2024

During "Energy Week," U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) expressed his support for the "Protecting American Energy Production Act," which aims to prevent the President from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Rep. Kelly's decision to vote in favor of the legislation comes in response to President Joe Biden's recent restrictions on American liquified natural gas (LNG) exports.In a statement, Rep. Kelly criticized President Biden's approach to energy policy, stating, "Since day one in office, President Biden has waged war on American energy." He emphasized the...

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Rep. Mike Kelly votes to pass budget, keep government open

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) has voted in favor of six spending bills that will fully fund the federal government through fiscal year (FY) 2024. The budget process for FY24 includes more funding for various sectors, including the Defense Department, significant pay raises for military service members, and the reallocation of unused COVID-19 funds.In a statement, Rep. Kelly highlighted the positive aspects of the budget, stating, "No budget is perfect in a divided government, but this year's plan includes significant wins for our military, our nation's...

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Rep. Mike Kelly, Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works employees to hold public town hall opposing job-killing Energy Dept. proposal

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, along with officials from Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works and United Auto Workers Local 3303, will host a public town hall to address a concerning proposal from the U.S. Department of Energy that could jeopardize 1,300 jobs at the Butler Works plant. The proposal aims to affect domestic Grain Oriented Electrical Steel (GOES) production, which is crucial for the nation's electrical grid. Kelly expressed his concerns stating, "The jobs are at risk due to a Proposed Rule from the U.S. Department of Energy that would undermine domestic Grain Oriented...

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Rep. Kelly honored for public service as U.S.-Ireland leaders strengthen ties during annual D.C. meetings

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 20, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Last week, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), Co-Chair of the Friends of Ireland Caucus, was recognized for his career in public service during the annual meetings between U.S. and Ireland leaders in Washington, D.C. The highlight of the gatherings was the event on Wednesday, March 13, where Rep. Kelly was honored by The Ireland Funds 32nd Annual National Gala.At the gala, attended by Irish officials including Taoiseach of Ireland Leo Varadkar, Rep. Kelly expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, "It's always a privilege to break bread alongside...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 16

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 19, 2024

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

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Reps. Kelly, Reschenthaler, Deluzio Advocate for Pittsburgh-Area Teacher Imprisoned in Russia

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 18, 2024

U.S. Representatives Mike Kelly, Guy Reschenthaler, and Christopher Deluzio recently published a joint op-ed on FoxNews.com advocating for Marc Fogel, a Pittsburgh-area teacher who has been imprisoned in Russia since 2021.In the op-ed, the Representatives expressed their disappointment in President Biden's State of the Union Address for not mentioning Fogel, stating, "Sadly, Fogel’s omission from the address is yet another missed opportunity for the Biden administration to give the Pittsburgh-area resident – a man we collectively represent – a similar spotlight so many...

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

By Shenango Valley News | Mar 17, 2024

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