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Wolf: 'Pleased to provide $40.1 million for projects that support a cleaner environment, economic development, job creation, and education'

By Bob Martin | Nov 3, 2022

During Gov. Tom Wolf’s two terms in office he has made it a priority to make Pennsylvania a better place than when he arrived, and his efforts continued with the recent announcement of $40.1 million in funds going to redevelopment and community improvement projects.

Wolf criticizes Republican lawmakers, saying they 'failed to prioritize the real needs of Pennsylvanians'

By Bob Martin | Oct 31, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf recently criticized the work of Pennsylvania Republican lawmakers following the last scheduled legislative session in Harrisburg, saying there are issues that were not worked on which would help the prosperity of state.

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Hagarty on clean buses grant: 'These grants will go a long way toward reducing our carbon footprint'

By Bob Martin | Oct 31, 2022

Thanks to President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, 11 school districts across Pennsylvania will be getting “clean buses,” in an effort to be climate conscience while also being mindful for the health of the students aboard the buses.

Wolf: 'Port of Philadelphia is a critical link in our nation's supply chains'

By Bob Martin | Oct 24, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) and Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) visited the Port of Philadelphia (also known as PhilaPort) last week to celebrate a $20.3 million federal grant.

Wolf on Cabinetworks Group expansion project: 'This is the kind of company that contributes to our strong manufacturing environment'

By Bob Martin | Oct 22, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf has announced that the Governor’s Action Team (GAT) has worked to help Cabinetworks Group with an expansion project at its Mount Union facility that will lead to over 1,600 jobs created and retained.

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$287,895 awarded to IBEW Local 743 for apprenticeships: 'It’s vitally important to recruit and train the next generation of workers'

By Bob Martin | Oct 19, 2022

Apprenticeships have been an integral part of the Wolf Administration’s effort to bolster the state’s workforce, and recently Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $287,895 will fund the Reading based IBEW Local 743 training programs for apprentices in the electrical field.

PA Asian Pacific American Jewish Alliance created to 'break down the walls that divide' in fight against antisemitism and anti-Asian hate

By Bob Martin | Oct 7, 2022

Hate crimes and discrimination toward Jews and Pacific Americans increased dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic, and recently the Pennsylvania Asian Pacific American Jewish Alliance (PAPJA) was created to help curb this growing issue.

Wolf on $25 million child care tax credit program: 'Families deserve the chance to succeed'

By Bob Martin | Oct 7, 2022

Working families with children could be eligible for a child care tax credit program that puts hundreds of dollars back into the wallets of Pennsylvania residents.

Gov. Wolf: 'Skilled trade workers are vital to Pennsylvania’s economy'

By Bob Martin | Oct 1, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf visited the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 163 where he celebrated the “earn-while-you-learn” apprenticeship program, as well as new funding totaling $297,000 to train apprentices.

Wolf: 'Investing in EV infrastructure is a critical way to reduce greenhouse gases'

By Bob Martin | Sep 23, 2022

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf recently announced the state will receive $25.4 million in federal funds to invest in electric vehicle infrastructure, which includes charging stations along the interstates.

Wolf on $25.4 million in federal funds for PA: 'Investing in EV infrastructure is a critical way to reduce greenhouse gases'

By Bob Martin | Sep 17, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) revealed recently that his state will receive $25.4 million in federal dollars for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure so-called clean transportation.

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Wolf: 'We are proud of the free and fair elections held here in the commonwealth'

By Bob Martin | Sep 15, 2022

On Sept. 7, Gov. Tom Wolf was at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg with voting advocates and representatives of seven state agencies affected by Executive Order 2022-03 which he signed that day.

Dalton: 'Diversified Vegetable Pre-Apprenticeship offers a first step to a career in agriculture' in Pa.

By Bob Martin | Sep 10, 2022

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and the departments of Community and Economic Development and Agriculture announced $293,070 in new funding will go to Pasa Sustainable Agriculture for the Diversified Vegetable Pre-Apprenticeship and Diversified Vegetable Apprenticeship programs.

Gov. Wolf attends ribbon cutting at new Allentown Innovation Hub: an 'exciting, state-of-the-art space'

By Bob Martin | Sep 6, 2022

Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf attended a ribbon cutting for the opening of the new Allentown Innovation Hub by Evonik, which is a specialty chemicals manufacturer renowned around the world.

Wolf praises $375 million investment: 'Safe, affordable housing is essential for families'

By Bob Martin | Aug 29, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf (D-PA) recently met with members of the General Assembly to celebrate the $375 million investment in the 2022-23 budget to address affordable housing.

Gov. Wolf celebrates new lowered Corporate Net Income Tax rate: 'I’m thrilled that we were able to make this happen'

By Bob Martin | Aug 27, 2022

Earlier this month Gov. Tom Wolf met with business leaders at the York County Economic Alliance to celebrate the newly lowered Corporate Net Income Tax (CNIT) rate.

Gov. Wolf: 'This is a great awareness campaign, one that benefits both students and area manufacturers'

By Bob Martin | Aug 25, 2022

On August 15, Gov. Tom Wolf announced new funding for Advance Central PA through the state’s Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Program, in an effort to create awareness for students about Career and Technology Education (CTE) programs.

Millersville University president: 'Food insecurity is a threat to student success on college campuses here in Pennsylvania and across the U.S.'

By Bob Martin | Aug 14, 2022

Millersville University students and faculty joined first lady Frances Wolf and Acting Secretary of Education Eric Hagarty at the university last week to announce the Hunger-Free Campus Initiative.

Pennsylvania DOE's Hagarty: Investing in Pre-K Counts, HSSAP 'positively impacts families and children across the commonwealth'

By Bob Martin | Aug 5, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that $384 million in grant funding for early childhood education will provide children and their families with high quality early learning programs from the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program and Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts.

'Great to see' Phoenix Tube Company's plans to expand in Northampton County, creating and retaining 165 jobs

By Bob Martin | Jul 31, 2022

Gov. Tom Wolf announced that Phoenix Tube Company, Inc. is expanding operations in Northampton County by building a new facility in Bethlehem, which will create and retain at least 165 jobs.

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