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Keefer, DβOrsie Honor Local Heroes at Veterans Appreciation Breakfast with Maj. Gen. Michael Wegscheider
Sen. Dawn Keefer (R-31) and Rep. Joe DβOrsie (R-47) hosted a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast today at the Eagle Fire Company honoring veterans for their courage, sacrifice and service to the nation. [Read More]
News for Veterans – November, 2025
In this update: With Gratitude This Veterans Day A Morning to Thank Our Veterans Ensuring U.S. and Pennsylvania Flags Are Made in America Expanding Eligibility for Free Hunting Licenses for Disabled Veterans Federal Government Shutdown Veterans Programs Update Pittsburgh Veterans Day Parade Philadelphia Veterans Day Parade Lancaster Veterans Day Concert Lehigh Valley Chamber Veterans Day […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – November 4, 2025
In this Update: Reminder: Today Is Election Day in Pennsylvania Celebrating Cumberland Countyβs Taekwondo Champions Spending Time with Our Youngest Readers Collaborating on Student Success with Cyber Charter School Leaders Answers to Common Questions About the School Property Tax Elimination Act Senate Local Government Committee Holds Public Hearing on Firearm Preemption Law Bill Requiring Parental […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – October 28, 2025
In this Update: Senate Approves State Budget That Holds the Line at $47.9 Billion Itβs Time to Fix Pennsylvaniaβs Broken Education Funding System Senate Again Acts to Repeal RGGI Electricity Tax Today is the Deadline to Apply to Vote by Mail in the Nov. 4 Election Auditor Generalβs Activity Book Contest Accepting Submissions PennDOT Roadwork […] [Read More]
Public hearing to collect testimony on Senate Bill No. 822; and firearm preemption law
Senate Local Government Committee | Room 8E-A, East Wing [Read More]
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What a great morning celebrating our heroes!
@repjoedorsie and I were thrilled to host a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast full of laughter, inspiring stories and heartfelt gratitude. We were especially honored to hear from our guest speaker, Maj. Gen. Michael E. Wegscheider, deputy adjutant general β Army of the Pennsylvania National Guard, whose message was truly inspiring and reminded us of the courage and dedication of our veterans. To all who have served our nation with honor, thank you for your service!
A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this morning so special.
The @pennsylvaniadot announced that the Harmony Grove Road (Route 4014) bridge spanning Conewago Creek between Detters Mill Road and Conewago Road in Dover and Warrington townships, York County, is open to traffic.
The bridge was closed in July for preservation work. A detour associated with the closure has been lifted.
This work is part of a two-bridge contract that includes replacing the Carlisle Road (Route 74) bridge spanning Conewago Creek between Alpine Road and Conewago Road in Dover and Warrington townships.
Route 74 bridge construction is expected to begin next spring. There will be a detour of up to 240 days when that occurs.
Work also includes bridge approach reconstruction, scarification and hydro-demolition of bridge deck, concrete repairs, temporary access road and creek crossing construction, bridge demolition, new guide rail, drainage and other miscellaneous construction.
This week, I was able to attend the Sheepford Road Bridge lift with the West Shore Historical Society.
The 1887 bridge was lifted from its 138-year-old resting place spanning the Yellow Breeches Creek in Fairview Township. The historic structure will now undergo restoration in York before returning next spring, fully refurbished and ready to begin its next chapter as a pedestrian bridge.
Enjoyed meeting students from @ycst_spartans_ visiting the Capitol this week! Theyβre exploring the building, learning about state government and even completing a scavenger hunt to find the offices of their senators and representatives. What a fun way to learn about state government in action!
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This issue highlights collaboration on student success, celebrates local taekwondo champions, answers FAQ about my School Property Tax Elimination Act and more.
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Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mail-in ballots must be received by your county election office by 8 p.m. today.
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I had a great time visiting the 5th grade class at Elmwood Academy in the @masdwildcats! It was fun to read a book with the students and spend time chatting with them about school and their interests.
