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Western Pennsylvania impacted by increase in food insecurity
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Food insecurity is a term that means a person or family is worried about how they'll pay for food. A new report released by Feeding America shows that the need is going up. Area food banks, as well as homeless shelters, are seeing these needs reflected. A resident, who wanted to be identified as "MJ," is someone who has had to take advantage of the help that is available. She's staying at the Salvation Army's Family Caring Center in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood. Reflecting on her initial need to ask for help for her and her daughter, she...
Punxsutawney Phil and Phyllis' babies named on Mother's Day
This article was republished from AccuWeather.com The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club Inner Circle celebrated Mother's Day by announcing the names chosen for the two new groundhog babies recently born to Punxsutawney Phil and Phyllis: Sunny and Shadow. After the babies were born in March, members of the public submitted name suggestions. In a Facebook announcement, Tom Dunkel, president of The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club Inner Circle, said the organization "reviewed all of...
Five Central Pa counties awarded over $200k for senior community centers
(WTAJ) — Huntingdon, Bedford, Blair, Cambria and Jefferson County are among the 45 senior community centers that will be receiving grants to ensure older adults are supported in familiar, local places with services to stay healthy and connected to their communities. The Pennsylvania Department of Aging announced on Tuesday, May 14 that 45 Senior Community […]
Campaign to plug abandoned wells saves lives, creates prosperity
Western Pennsylvania was recently the site of a significant achievement, the plugging of the 200th abandoned or orphaned gas well in the state over the last 14 months. That's more wells than the state was able to plug over the prior nine years. This accomplishment was more than just a numbers game, however. It represents a commitment by federal and state governments to environmental stewardship, public health, and sustainable and responsible economic growth. ...
Empowering Local Voices: Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania Introduce Advisory Committee for Older Members
The Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania has established a Girl Advisory Committee for older girls to help shape their experiences. This committee participates in board meetings and works with other board committees to ensure young members' voices are heard. The committee's main tasks include offering insights on programs, promoting the organization's highest awards, and bringing new ideas to troop operations.
Jefferson County to host beer, kayak raffle fundraiser
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Brookville Area Chamber of Commerce announced the return of the “Boatload of Beer Raffle.” The fundraiser offers participants the chance to win a prize package that includes a Liuqidlogic Saluda 12′ kayak with accessories and 14 cases of beer. The raffle drawing will take place during the Brookville Laurel […]
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