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Pennycuick and Bradford Present Ceremonial Check for Perkiomen Township’s Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Grant

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 9, 2024

Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and Rep. Matthew Bradford (D-70) came together to present a ceremonial check for Perkiomen Township's recent grant from the Department of Community and Economic Development's Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program. The Township was awarded $250,000 to improve Highland-Huber Park."Our Commonwealth's natural beauty is something every Pennsylvanian should cherish. I am always happy to see projects that preserve green open space for future generations," said Pennycuick. "We will continue to support recreational development efforts like this...

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Pennycuick and Phillips-Hill Propose Legislation to Elevate Chief Information Officer to Cabinet Level Position

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 8, 2024

Sens. Tracy Pennycuick (R-Montgomery/Berks) and Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) have announced their intention to introduce legislation that would elevate the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Commonwealth to a cabinet-level position. The proposed move aims to enhance the management of critical data and ensure the state government stays on the cutting edge of information technology."The sheer growing scope of responsibility that the Chief Information Officer is tasked with alone warrants evaluation to the cabinet-level," stated Pennycuick. "This move will give the...

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Scheuren Criticizes Depletion of Emergency Funds to Grow Government in Governor’s Proposed Budget

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 7, 2024

Rep. Donna Scheuren (R-Montgomery) has voiced her criticism of Governor Josh Shapiro's budget proposal, which aims to increase state spending by $3.7 billion without projected revenue to cover the additional costs. In a statement, Scheuren expressed concern about the impact of growing government programs at a time when Pennsylvania is facing an aging population and a workforce shortage.Scheuren stated, "Now is not the time to grow government programs. Instead of generating revenue or practicing zero-based budgeting to cut programs that are not working for the...

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Senate Committees to Discuss Pennsylvania Semiconductor Production and Workforce Pipeline in Allentown

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 6, 2024

Members of the Senate Communications and Technology Committee, chaired by Senator Tracy Pennycuick, and the Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee, chaired by Senator Chris Gebhard, will be convening in Allentown this week to discuss Pennsylvania semiconductor production and the workforce pipeline.The event, scheduled for Thursday, February 8, will take place at Infinera Corporation located at 7360 Windsor Drive in Allentown. The gathering will commence at 11:45 a.m. and conclude at 12:30 p.m. Along with the discussions, attendees will also have...

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Senate Hearing on Office of Administration Data Loss set for Wednesday

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 5, 2024

The Senate Communications and Technology Committee, chaired by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24), and the Senate State Government Committee, chaired by Sen. Cris Dush (R-25), have announced a joint public hearing to address the recent data loss from the Office of Administration (OA) server. The hearing is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m. in the North Office Building, Hearing Room 1, in the state Capitol. OA Secretary Neil Weaver, along with the department’s chief information officer and chief information security officer, are expected to testify at the...

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Which former West Montgomery Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5?

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 4, 2024

This former West Montgomery Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 5.

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West Montgomery Times area weekly mass times

By West Montgomery Times | Feb 3, 2024

The following parishes in the West Montgomery Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cybersecurity Threats Faced by Local Governments Highlighted in Senate Committee Hearing

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 31, 2024

Jan 31 2024HARRISBURG – The Senate Communications and Technology Committee, chaired by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick, and the Senate Local Government Committee, chaired by Sen. Rosemary M. Brown, held a public hearing to examine the cybersecurity threats faced by local governments and municipal authorities in Pennsylvania. The recent cyberattacks on the Bucks County emergency dispatch system and the Aliquippa Water Authority served as a reminder of the vulnerability of these organizations.During the hearing, Sen. Pennycuick emphasized the impact of cyberattacks on local...

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Joint Senate Hearing to Examine Cybersecurity Threats Faced by Local Governments and Municipal Authorities

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 29, 2024

A public hearing is set to take place this week to address the growing concern of cybersecurity threats faced by local governments and municipal authorities. The hearing, organized by the Senate Communications and Technology Committee and the Senate Local Government Committee, will aim to shed light on the vulnerabilities faced by Pennsylvania's over 2,500 local governments and authorities.The joint hearing, scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 1 p.m., will take place in Hearing Room 1 of the North Office Building at the state capitol complex in Harrisburg. Sen. Tracy...

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Which former West Montgomery Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 28, 2024

This former West Montgomery Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29.

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West Montgomery Times area weekly mass times

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 27, 2024

The following parishes in the West Montgomery Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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2021: Montgomery County residents have median age of 41

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 26, 2024

Montgomery County residents have a median age of 41-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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How many companies in cities across Montgomery County received FDA citations in Q4 2023?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 21, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Montgomery County that received an FDA citation as a result of one inspection conducted in the county over the fourth quarter of 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Which former West Montgomery Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 20, 2024

This former West Montgomery Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.

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West Montgomery Times area weekly mass times

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 20, 2024

The following parishes in the West Montgomery Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Montgomery County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 13

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 17, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Pennycuick Announces Grants Rewarded for Two Projects in Montgomery County

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 17, 2024

Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-Montgomery/Berks) has announced that two projects in Montgomery County have been awarded grants through Act 13. The grants will provide funding for the Pollock Park Redevelopment Project in Pottstown Borough and the Highland-Huber Park Project in Perkiomen Township.The Pollock Park Redevelopment Project has been awarded $75,000 to assist with on-site remediation efforts. This funding will allow the park to reopen after several years of being shut down. Sen. Pennycuick stated, "Recreational spaces are a crucial component in building strong...

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Scheuren, Pennycuick Announce Grants Awarded for Three Projects in District

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 16, 2024

Rep. Donna Scheuren and Sen. Tracy Pennycuick have announced that three projects in the 147th district have been awarded grants through Act 13 of 2012. The grants aim to support the development of recreational spaces and infrastructure in Montgomery County.The Yoder Sidewalk Connections Project in Lower Salford Township has been awarded $200,000. This funding will go towards the construction of new sidewalks, which will help close crucial gaps in Lower Salford's trail network. Rep. Scheuren expressed her satisfaction with the project's approval, stating, "Believing all...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Montgomery County in week ending Jan. 13?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 16, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Pennycuick, Scheuren Announce Grants Rewarded for Three Projects in Montgomery County

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 16, 2024

Sen. Tracy Pennycuick and Rep. Donna Scheuren have announced that three projects in Montgomery County have been awarded grants through Act 13. The projects include the Yoder Sidewalk Connections Project in Lower Salford Township, the Hickory Park Renovation Project in New Hanover Township, and the Hollenbach Park Trail Project in Upper Pottsgrove Township.The Yoder Sidewalk Connections Project has received $200,000 to fund the construction of new sidewalks in Lower Salford Township. These sidewalks will help close crucial gaps in the trail network, ensuring safer and more...