Pennsylvania
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Health advocates rallying in D.C. for critical funding
Pennsylvania health care advocates are in Washington, D.C. today and Wednesday to urge Congress to extend federal funding for Community Health …
PA chocolate surplus finds new use on farms
By Jessica Scott-Reid for Sentient Climate.Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Keystone State News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public Ne…
Shoppers guide directs people to products made in America
A new poll shows preference for Made in America gifts, despite competition from Chinese shopping apps. The American Alliance for Manufacturing …
Report: Number of PA uninsured children stable, but no progress
Tens of thousands of children in Pennsylvania are still missing out on essential health care coverage, according to a new report. The "State of …
PA environmental, free speech advocates worry over 'anti-terror' law
A bill introduced in Congress is facing backlash from nonprofit organizations, warning it could stifle free speech. The Stop Terror-Financing and …
Advocates: PA's climate progress threatened by 2nd Trump presidency
A Pennsylvania group warned progress on environmental protections could be at risk under a second term for President-elect Donald Trump. The state's …
Funding boosts 'green' projects in Meadville, PA
A small rural town in northwest Pennsylvania is using a combination of state and federal funds to implement "green" projects as part of its Climate Ac…
PA Medicaid, Medicare dual enrollees may qualify for expanded benefits
Many Pennsylvania residents could benefit from health coverage known as a Dual Special Needs Plan, but may be unaware of this option. According to …
PA group fights for global treaty to end plastic pollution
An environmental group in Pennsylvania is among those backing a global plastics treaty set to be finalized by year's end. It is estimated 99% of …
Report: Chesapeake Bay cleanup deadline looms as officials propose next phase
Despite some progress, Pennsylvania and other states in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed are unlikely to meet their 2025 pollution commitments to reduce …
Federal funds help power PA produce distributor's rooftop solar
By Sara Millhouse for Resource Rural.Broadcast version by Danielle Smith for Keystone State News Connection reporting for the Resource Rural-Public Ne…
PA residents warned to use caution to avoid scams during holidays
The FBI said Pennsylvania had more than 3,000 scam victims last year, with reported losses of more than $118 million. The Federal Trade Commission …