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In this Update:
Join Us at Our 2025 Senior Expo!
Join me and Representative Brenda Pugh at our 2025 Senior Expo on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Jewish Community Center, 613 S. J. Strauss Lane, Kingston. The Senior Expo will feature:
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Our senior citizens are the foundation of our communities, and it is so important that they have access to the tools, knowledge, and support they need. This expo provides a one-stop opportunity to connect with organizations and experts who are ready to help. I look forward to seeing you there! PA Treasurer Announces Short-Term Funding for Head Start, County Services
The Pennsylvania Treasury Department will make $500 million available for Pennsylvania’s Head Start providers and county governments, helping to keep essential services funded while the 2025-26 state budget is finalized. The funds will be distributed via short-term, investment loans which recipients will be required to pay back following enactment of a state budget. Treasurer Stacy Garrity said that to be eligible for this program, Head Start providers and county governments must indicate the investment will be used for immediate operating expenses. More information is available from the Pennsylvania Treasury Department. Celebrating Nicholson’s 150th Anniversary
Nicholson Borough is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year! First established in 1795 and officially incorporated in 1875, Nicholson has a proud history rooted in the beauty of Wyoming County. Nestled where Martin Creek and Horton Brook join Tunkhannock Creek, the borough was named in honor of John Nicholson, Pennsylvania’s Comptroller General from 1782–1794. Most famously known for the Tunkhannock Viaduct, or as many humbly prefer, the Nicholson Bridge, it has also been home to dedicated civic leaders and hardworking citizens who built a strong and vibrant community. It was my privilege to sponsor a Senate citation congratulating the borough on this remarkable anniversary. As we celebrate Nicholson’s past, we also look forward to its continued growth and success. I wish the residents the very best as they preserve the borough’s heritage while shaping its bright future. Open Government: How to Access Senate Bills, Votes and More
Pennsylvania Senate votes, debates, bills and much more can be accessed via the General Assembly’s website. Citizens can learn who represents them, read bills and amendments, review text of floor debates in the official Senate Journals, and see how senators voted on bills in committee and before the full Senate. The committee meeting schedule is also available, along with co-sponsorship memos and monthly expense reports for each senator. Senate sessions are livestreamed, and video from previous sessions is available back to Jan. 2025. Pennsylvania statutes (our state laws), the state constitution, recently enacted laws, rules and regulations (PA Code), the PA Bulletin, and more can be viewed by going to the Statutes section. Reporting School Threats Anonymously
Another school year is underway, and the Safe2Say Something program is available to train students and school employees how to recognize warning signs from individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others, and to anonymously report the threat before it is too late. Once a tip is reported, a crisis center assesses it and sends it to school administrators and/or law enforcement for intervention. This youth violence prevention program is run by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General. Since 2019, the Safe2Say Something tipline has received more than 178,000 tips covering threats to schools, bullying and potential self-harm. Boundless Playground: Creating New Opportunities for All Children in Dallas
The Boundless Playground at Dallas Intermediate School isn’t just another playground. It’s a space designed so every child can play, grow and thrive regardless of their abilities. When the Rotary Club of Dallas first proposed adding sensory-friendly elements to the existing playground, the goal was simple: help students with autism or sensory processing differences feel included. What began with a few playground pieces and a sensory strip has blossomed over the past two years into something truly special. The Boundless Playground now features a “cozy cocoon,” a drum machine, a xylophone, balance tracks, a controlled seesaw and many more interactive, sensory-designed features. Projects like this show the best of what we can achieve when we come together: school districts, civic organizations, families and volunteers, all invested in ensuring no child is left out. I believe that every child is enriched when given a place to play. Congratulations to everyone who helped bring the Boundless Playground to life. I look forward to seeing the smiles, laughter and learning it inspires for years to come! St. Augustine’s Church Celebrates 200 Years of Faith and Heritage
Bishop Joseph C. Bambera recently led a special Mass to commemorate the bicentennial of St. Augustine’s Church. As the oldest Catholic parish in the Diocese of Scranton, St. Augustine’s holds a special place in our region’s history and in the lives of generations of families who have worshiped there. Founded in 1825, the parish began when Fr. Jeremiah Francis O’Flynn answered a call to minister to Catholics in the Silver Lake area. With the support of Bishop Henry Conwell of Philadelphia, he purchased land, built the first Catholic church in Susquehanna County and celebrated the first Mass there in 1828. Today St. Augustine’s continues to stand as a symbol of faith, perseverance and community spirit. This celebration is also part of the Diocese’s Jubilee Year of Hope, which invites the faithful to reflect on their spiritual journey and honor the deep roots of Catholic life in northeastern Pennsylvania. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the parishioners and clergy of St. Augustine’s on this remarkable milestone. May the next century bring continued blessings of faith, hope and service for this historic parish and the wider community it serves. Prostate Awareness Month: Early Detection is Key
About 13% of American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point during their lifetimes, making it the most common cancer in men after skin cancer. Early detection and treatment are crucial for improving outcomes. Learn about screening options and more here.
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