In her 16 years in the communications industry, Ashley Adams has worn many hats, including news reporter, public relations writer, marketing specialist, copy editor and technical writer. Ashley grew up in Berks County and has since returned to her roots to raise her three children.
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In Wake of Train Derailment, Pennsylvania Lawmakers Propose More Safety Regulations, Issue Subpoena to Norfolk CEO
Federally, legislation was introduced in both the House and Senate by Pennsylvania lawmakers aimed at expanding safety regulations for the rail industry after a fiery train wreck near Beaver County.
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PA House Can Finally Get to Work for the People After Adopting Operating Rules
State lawmakers finally adopted a set of operating rules for the House which expand sexual harassment and discrimination protections, and change the constitutional amendment approval process.
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Joanna McClinton Becomes First Female Speaker of Pennsylvania House
In a surprising twist, Rep. Mark Rozzi resigns as speaker and voices his support for Rep. Joanna McClinton who is elected to the position by the new Democratic majority.
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Health Resource Center Opening in Beaver County For Residents Impacted by Ohio Train Wreck
The health resource center will open Tuesday in the Darlington Township Building for residents affected by the fiery train wreck earlier this month. It will be open through March 10.
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Pa. House Passes Child Sex Abuse Bills That the GOP-Controlled Senate May Not Even Consider
After years of delays and administrative mistakes, legislation giving victims of childhood sexual abuse legal recourse against their abusers passed the House Friday. The measure, championed by House Speaker Mark Rozzi, now heads to the Senate where it faces pushback from Republicans.
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State Makes Online Resources Available for Western Pa. Residents Impacted by Ohio Train Derailment
The online dashboard launched by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency provides current information about air and water testing, and other important resources for residents affected by the train derailment and subsequent chemical burn earlier this month.
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The People Have Spoken: House Speaker Mark Rozzi to Introduce New House Rules Based on Constituent Feedback
When the state House reconvenes next week, Speaker Mark Rozzi plans to introduce new operating rules addressing constitutional amendments and more.
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Gov. Shapiro Files Criminal Referral Against Norfolk Southern for Train Wreck Near Beaver County
Gov. Josh Shapiro is holding railway company Norfolk Southern responsible for damages and contamination from the fiery train wreck and subsequent burning of hazardous chemicals in Ohio, just across the state line from Beaver County.
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Pennsylvania is Challenging an FCC Map in Hopes of Getting More Funding to Upgrade Broadband in Rural Areas
The state Broadband Development Authority submitted thousands of locations as part of a bulk challenge to the accuracy of the FCC’s broadband map last month. The data on the map will be used to determine the commonwealth’s portion of a nationwide broadband funding allocation.
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Gov. Shapiro Wants Answers From Norfolk Southern After Train Derailment and Burning of Chemicals Near Beaver County
Gov. Josh Shapiro sent a letter to Norfolk Southern expressing serious concerns about the railroad company’s response to a 50-car train derailment and subsequent burning of hazardous chemicals.
