Stories tagged: "infrastructure"

Government Helps/Hurts Children Crossing road sign in Philadelphia. (Photo: Franckreporter)
Government Helps/Hurts North Philly School Zones to Get Safety Improvements Due to Biden Policies

Public safety projects  surrounding six North Philadelphia grade schools received a $25 million funding boost last week thanks to President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. 

Sean Kitchen Sean Kitchen September 6, 2023 1:38 pm EDT
Government Helps/Hurts In this photo made on Thursday, May 6, 2021, the reflection of the front of a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E is seen in the window as it is charging at a Ford dealer in Wexford, Pa. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)
Government Helps/Hurts Biden’s Infrastructure Law Funding EV Charging Stations Across Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is set to create 54 new charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) in 35 counties using $33.8 million in funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. 

Sean Kitchen Sean Kitchen August 17, 2023 3:00 pm EDT
Jobs Gov. Josh Shapiro promoting his Commonwealth Workforce Transformation Program at the Steamfitters Local 420 training center in Philadelphia on August 2, 2023. (Photo: Commonwealth Media Services)
Jobs Labor Leaders Praise Shapiro’s Workforce Development Investments

Labor leaders from around the commonwealth are praising the workforce development investments that are in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s first budget.

Sean Kitchen Sean Kitchen August 11, 2023 11:16 am EDT
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Climate 27 New Jobs Coming to Lycoming County Thanks to Energy Company’s Expansion

Since taking over in January, Gov. Josh Shapiro has put an emphasis on Pennsylvania’s infrastructure. Last month, he announced $58 million for 157 new projects across the Keystone State. 

Isabel Soisson Isabel Soisson April 27, 2023 1:49 pm EDT
Elections FILE - Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., speaks before President Joe Biden about his infrastructure agenda while announcing funding to upgrade Philadelphia's water facilities and replace lead pipes, Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, at Belmont Water Treatment Center in Philadelphia. Casey said he’ll seek a fourth term, bringing unmatched name recognition in Pennsylvania politics to his party's defense of a seat in a presidential battleground state. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
Elections Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey Will Seek a 4th Term

The Democratic US Senator from Scranton made the announcement Monday. Casey’s success in 2024 will be a key factor in helping Democrats maintain a narrow Senate majority.

Associated Press Associated Press April 10, 2023 10:34 am EDT

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Photo of an airport lounge via Getty Images Government Helps/Hurts Erie, Harrisburg and Lancaster Airports Getting Upgrades Thanks To Biden Infrastructure Funds
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Avonte Maddox (29) returns an interception against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz) Sports We Asked, You Answered: What’s Your Favorite NFL Team and Why?
Screenshot from the Planned Parenthood Ad "Erased." Reproductive Rights Planned Parenthood Launches Ad Campaign On Carluccio’s Anti-Abortion Resume
Sarah Laurel (left), at a community outreach event in Philadelphia for Savage Sisters, the nonprofit recovery and outreach program she founded to help those living with substance abuse disorder. (Courtesy Sarah Laurel/Savage Sisters) Drugs One Philadelphia Woman’s Journey From Addiction to Redemption Is Transforming Lives
Infrastructure FILE - Lead water pipes pulled from underneath the street are seen in Newark, N.J., Oct. 21, 2021. Lead pipes have caused harm for decades. In recent years, residents in Newark and Benton Harbor, Mich., were forced to use bottled water for basic needs like cooking and drinking, after tests revealed elevated levels of lead. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Infrastructure Help Is Coming To Replace Pennsylvania’s Lead Pipes

Results from a new EPA survey will help determine the amount of infrastructure funds states will receive going forward to remove lead pipes. Pennsylvania has already received $87 million for lead pipe removal.

Patrick Berkery Patrick Berkery April 5, 2023 1:55 pm EDT
Safety Following a chemical spill, booms extend along the banks of Otter Creek in Bristol, Pa., Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Health officials in Bucks County, just north of Philadelphia, said Sunday that thousands of gallons of a water-based latex finishing solution spilled into the river late Friday due to a leak at the Trinseo Altuglas chemical facility in Bristol Township. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Safety Philly Water OK to Drink Through at Least Wednesday Night, Officials Say

Officials announced Tuesday morning that the water in city taps will be unaffected by a chemical spill until at least 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, based on the time it takes for water to be treated and reach customers.

Associated Press Associated Press March 28, 2023 12:21 pm EDT