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House pushes aside objections and passes bill on license plate readers

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The state House this week gave overwhelming bipartisan approval to a bill to establish Pennsylvania's first rules on the automated license plate readers that have stirred controversy nationwide. Opponents claimed it would inhibit law enforcement, which is already using the networked cameras or readers to solve crimes. Proponents said something had to be done about a technology whose expanding use is raising widespread privacy concerns. The bill was approved 190-13. It was opposed by 12 Republicans and one Democrat, Rep. Manuel Guzman of Berks County. It will now go to the Senate ...

OilField Journal accepting submissions

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Article submissions are being accepted for the next volume of the OilField Journal, a peer-reviewed journal published biennially by Friends of Drake Well, Inc. Friends of Drake Well is the non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that actively supports the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum ...

The mighty mantis makes an appearance

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Now that autumn is in full swing, we anticipate the sight of leaves as they travel their way from tree to ground. We all find great joy during this transitional time as each leaf gracefully floats to the grass. However, one day at the Nature Center, my peace was replaced with great curiosity ...

November brings open bids for Youngsville’s Fairmont Plaza

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YOUNGSVILLE - Bidding for the Fairmont Plaza community project will open on November 2, according to a joint development update shared by Revitalization of Youngsville (ROY) President John Papalia and county grant writer Josh Cotton. The ROY group is an all-volunteer-driven organization with ...

Tidioute still seeking answers on water, county explores funding

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TIDIOUTE — Questions about testing, public communication and long-term improvements to Tidioute’s water treatment system remain as residents continue to deal with a boil water advisory that has been in effect since March. Paul Borger, who attended the Oct. 13 Tidioute Borough Council meeting, is seeking clarification about recent Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) testing at the Southwest Warren County Municipal Authority’s (SWCMA) water treatment plant and what steps officials are taking to restore a safe, reliable water supply. In a message to borough ...

State to Invest $950,000 to help volunteer fire companies fight wildfires

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The Shapiro Administration will invest up to $950,000 in volunteer fire companies to help protect rural communities from wildfires. The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now accepting applications for grants. “We appreciate the value of well-equipped and highly trained wildland firefighters and encourage fire companies to apply for these grants,” said DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. “The commitment and dedication of these volunteers is critical to ensuring the Commonwealth doesn’t experience larger wildfires. We appreciate the hard work ...