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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...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Montgomery County in week ending Jan. 13?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 15, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade 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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Cheapest diesel in cities across Montgomery County in week ending Jan. 13

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 14, 2024

The lowest price of diesel 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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Which former West Montgomery Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 13, 2024

This former West Montgomery Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 15.

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West Montgomery Times area weekly mass times

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 13, 2024

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

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Pennycuick Issues Statement on District Attorney Krasner’s Challenge of SEPTA Public Safety Measure

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 12, 2024

Pennsylvania State Senator Tracy Pennycuick, Chair of the Senate Communication & Technology Committee, expressed disappointment in Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner's decision to challenge Act 40 of 2023, a measure aimed at enhancing public safety on the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA). In a statement released today, Pennycuick emphasized the importance of prioritizing the safety of the public, particularly those who depend on SEPTA for their transportation needs."As elected officials, our number one priority must always be the safety...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Montgomery County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 6

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 10, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Montgomery County in week ending Jan. 6?

By West Montgomery Times | Jan 9, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Montgomery County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.