HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * 2025-26 State Budget Ends RGGI Participation, But Spends Remaining Fund Balance, Gleim Says * HARRISBURG - The 2025-26 state budget adopted today by the Pennsylvania General Assembly eliminates Pennsylvania's participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), allowing the state grow; however, its overall price tag of $50.1 billion puts the Commonwealth on a dangerous path tow  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Anderson Votes No on Unsustainable Budget * HARRISBURG - Rep. Marc Anderson (R-York) released this statement following House passage of the FY 2025-26 state budget: "Since I took office, my priority regarding our budget has been fiscal responsibility. This agreement is anything but that. The non-partisan Independent Fiscal Office estimates current net revenues will be $44 billion in Fi  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy DeFoor issued the following news release: * * * Auditor General DeFoor Releases Audits of Municipal Pension Plans in 17 Counties * HARRISBURG - Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor today announced the release of audits of 44 municipal and police pension plans in Adams, Allegheny, Beaver, Bucks, Centre, Chester, Columbia, Indiana, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lycoming, McKean, Northampton, Schuylkill, Susquehanna, Venango and Wash  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Barton: Energy Policy Wins Make Bloated Budget Deal Worth It * HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) issued this statement following House passage of a General Appropriations bill for the 2025-26 fiscal year: "Budget negotiations are twofold. We have to reach an agreement on the dollar figure the state intends to spend during the fiscal year, and there's the accompanying   more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Bernstine: Can't Support a Budget That Risks Future Tax Increases * HARRISBURG - Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) issued the following statement explaining his "no" vote on the $50.1 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year: "While this plan includes several positive elements, I could not support a budget that spends $6 billion more in recurring spending than we have in recur  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Bipartisan Budget Good for PA, Mehaffie Says * HARRISBURG - The 2025-26 state budget passed today by the Pennsylvania General Assembly makes key investments in important programs and better equips energy producers to meet the technology sector's growing electricity needs, according to Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin). Mehaffie expressed frustration that the budget - which he views as a com  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Brown: Budget Protects Taxpayers, Strengthens Vital Programs, Gets Pennsylvania Back on Track * HARRISBURG - Rep. Marla Brown (R Lawrence) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the $50.1 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year: "As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I take seriously the responsibility to make sure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and   more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- Carnegie Mellon University issued the following news: * * * CMU Researchers Use AI To Turn Everyday Objects Into Proactive Assistants By Mallory Lindahl Carnegie Mellon University researchers have developed an AI system that enables everyday objects to anticipate people's needs and move to assist them, opening new possibilities for seamless human-computer interaction in daily life. A stapler slides across a desk to meet a waiting hand, or a knife edges o  more

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology posted the following news: * * * College hosts rural health summit * Penn College joined The Guthrie Clinic in hosting the Northern Tier Regional Rural Health Summit on Wednesday. More than 100 health care leaders, policymakers and community partners converged on Penn College's main campus to address pressing challenges and opportunities facing rural health care in Bradford, Clinton, Lycoming, Sullivan, Susquehanna  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Compromise Budget Sent to Governor's Desk Struzzi Says * HARRISBURG - State Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-Indiana) shard today Pennsylvania's budget impasse has ended with a bipartisan compromise which combines good public policy with prudent fiscal policy. "Governor Shapiro introduced a budget in February that House and Senate Republicans both knew was not fiscally sound and did not include poli  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Cutler Celebrates Budget Wins * HARRISBURG -Rep. Bryan Cutler (R-Peach Bottom) released the following statement after the Pennsylvania House passed the 2025-26 fiscal year budget by a bipartisan vote. "Today, Pennsylvania receives a budget that keeps its fiscal future secure. This budget, while increasing spending from last year, does not take any money from our Rainy Day Fund, protecti  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Delozier Votes 'Yes' on Sustainable Budget Compromise * HARRISBURG - State Rep. Sheryl M. Delozier (R-Cumberland) released the following statement after final passage of the 2025-26 state budget: "From the very beginning of this budget cycle, House Republicans have been advocating for three main priorities: ensuring all students have access to a quality education, providing for benefit  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Emrick Keys on Improving Affordability for Pennsylvanians with State Budget Vote * HARRISBURG - Rep. Joe Emrick (R-Upper Nazareth Township) today voted for the 2025-26 state budget and issued the following statement regarding his support for the budget agreement and its many components: "The passage of this long-delayed state budget represents responsible governing and stewardship of p  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Fink Rejects Overspending in Approved Budget * HARRISBURGState Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) released the following statement after she voted against final passage of the 2025-26 state budget, Senate Bill 160 : "When I took office in 2023, I promised the residents of District 94 that I would never agree to a budget that spends beyond our means. Despite some Republican policy wins outlin  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Gaydos: Budget is a Step Forward, But We Still Have Work to Do * HARRISBURG - Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R Allegheny) issued the following statement regarding her affirmative vote on the $50.1 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year: "After nearly four and a half months without a state budget, the House has finally passed a spending plan that moves Pennsylvania in the right direction. Whi  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Grimm Krupa: Relief for Communities, But Fiscal Recklessness from Harrisburg * HARRISBURG - Rep. Charity Grimm Krupa (R-Fayette) issued the following statement after final passage of the General Appropriations Act and House Bill 416, the Fiscal Code bill that authorizes the state's spending plan: "I'm glad our schools, counties and local organizations will finally get the funding they'  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Grove: Budget Train Wreck Heads State Toward Mamdani Socialism * HARRISBURG - Rep. Seth Grove (R-Dover) said the budget approved by the General Assembly today does not address the state's structural deficit. He issued the following statement: "The budget approved today fails to address longstanding spending issues in Pennsylvania and marches the state toward a nearly $7 billion tax inc  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Highmark, a health insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Highmark launches new (un)Hungry initiative across multi-state footprint * Continuation of the community-focused healthcare organizations' commitment to addressing food insecurity PITTSBURGH (November 12, 2025) - Highmark today announced the launch of (un)Hungry, an annual community movement to address food insecurity during the holidays. With planni  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release: * * * Industry Forum Showcases the Latest in Facilities Technology and Innovation To showcase the latest advancements in facilities technology and innovation, the Aramark Facilities Management team recently invited industry leaders, current and potential clients, and key vendor partners to an Innovation Forum held at a client l  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * James Votes 'Yes' on 2025-26 State Budget, Enacted into Law * HARRISBURG - Following a 135-day budgetary standoff, Rep. Lee James (R-Venango/Crawford) announced the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget is now law after the House passed the $50.1 billion spending plan by a 156-47 vote. "I am grateful to see the long stalemate finally reach a resolution so we can help the people who elected us to s  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Kutz: New State Budget Delivers for Cumberland County, Strengthens Economy, Invests in Education and Families, and Keeps Pennsylvania Competitive * HARRISBURGState Rep. Thomas Kutz (R-Cumberland) released the following statement after final passage of the 2025-26 state budget, which ended a months-long impasse: "This year's budget strikes a responsible balance by protecting the Rainy D  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release: * * * Madden measure to expand opioid addiction treatment sent to governor's desk * Gives county jails funding, access to all FDA-approved medications for substance use disorder HARRISBURG, Nov. 12 - Legislation authored by Rep. Maureen Madden (D-Monroe) to expand access to opioid abuse treatment programs across Pennsylvania's county jails is heading to Gov. Josh Shapiro's desk to be si  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Mako Supports Reforms Included in Budget Package * HARRISBURG Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/Northampton) today issued the following statement in response to passage of a $50.1 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26: "While I voted against the General Appropriations bill due to its high spend level, I supported some of the related legislation which addresses three main priorities I hav  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Marcell Statement on Bipartisan Budget Agreement * HARRISBURG - Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) released the following statement on the passage of a bipartisan Pennsylvania state budget: "This year's budget comes from bipartisan compromise and delivers responsible government without raising taxes or tapping into the Rainy Day Fund. "We kept our commitment to Pennsylvania families by c  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Moul Bill to Allow Cash as Payment for School Events Now Law * HARRISBURG - Today, the House passed legislation sponsored by Rep. Dan Moul (R-Adams) that will make cash an acceptable form of payment for admission to school-sponsored events in Pennsylvania. Many schools across the Commonwealth have been rejecting cash as a form of payment for school-sponsored events and activities, inste  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Mustello: State Budget Delivers Key Wins for Butler County, Pennsylvania Communities * HARRISBURG - Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the $50.1 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year: "As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I am committed to ensuring taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and allocated to areas of genu  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Northeast Republican Delegation: State Budget Impasse Nears End, Delivering Key Wins for Taxpayers, Businesses and Energy Independence * HARRISBURG - After 135 days, and many Pennsylvanians feeling the pain derived from lack of funding, the state budget impasse is finally nearing an end. Today, both the House and Senate advanced five budget-related bills, and the Northeast Republican Dele  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * O'Neal Supports Budget to Unleash PA's Energy Potential * HARRISBURG - Rep. Tim O'Neal (R-Washington) today issued the following statement in response to passage of the fiscal year 2025-26 state budget: "This state budget will grow Pennsylvania's economy for years to come and prevent tax increases across the board. It embodies what we have been advocating for over the past year - the P  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Owlett, Pickett: Energy, Education, Economy Get Boost from Final 2025-26 PA Budget * HARRISBURG - Reps. Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) and Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) today issued the following statement in support of House passage of the 2025-26 state budget: "This is a forward-looking budget that makes the changes necessary to set up our Commonwealth for success in the future.  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State honors Medal of Honor recipient for Military Appreciation Week * Editor's note: This is the first story in a three-part series featuring 1998 Penn State alumnus and Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy. Read the second story on Penn State News on Nov. 13 and the third story on Nov. 14. UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. Michael P. Murphy, the 1998 Penn State alumnus and Medal of   more

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law issued the following news: * * * Professor Andrea J. Martin named Fellow of the London Centre for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism Its scholars demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to challenging the roots of antisemitism in public life and academia through research * Professor Andrea J. Martin has been named a Fellow of the Centre for the Study of Contemporary Antisemitism (LCSCA)--a  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State ranks No. 27 for best undergraduate entrepreneurship programs * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. Penn State has been ranked as the No. 27 school for undergraduate entrepreneurship studies by the Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine in the partnership's annual rankings released Nov. 12, moving up one spot from the previous year. Among schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, Penn State cam  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 11 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State to host virtual town hall on Commonwealth Campuses Dec. 9 * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. Members of the Penn State community are invited to a virtual town hall focused on the Commonwealth Campuses on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The town hall, hosted by Fotis Sotiropoulos, executive vice president and provost, and Renata Engel, vice president for Commonwealth Campuses an  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 11 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State World Campus named Pa. National Guard-Friendly School * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. Penn State World Campus has been recognized again for its continued efforts to make a college education possible for members of the Pennsylvania National Guard. World Campus received the "Guard-Friendly School" designation from the Pennsylvania National Guard Association (PNGAS), an association that   more

CAMDEN, New Jersey, Nov. 13 -- American Water, a water and wastewater company, issued the following news release: * * * Pennsylvania American Water Awards more than $130K to Local Fire Departments Grants awarded to 200+ fire and rescue organizations across the Commonwealth * MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (Nov. 12, 2025) - Pennsylvania American Water announced today that it awarded $131,500 in grants to 203 fire and rescue organizations in 32 counties through its 2025 annual Firefighting Support Grant   more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Police investigating incident at University Park; no injuries, no ongoing threat to campus * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. Police, fire officials and engineers are investigating an incident that occurred in the Susan Welch Liberal Arts Building this afternoon. There are no injuries, and the building has been evacuated. There is no ongoing threat to campus, and the cause of the incident is still un  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Reichard Stands Firm on Budget * HARRISBURG - Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) issued the following statement following a vote on the 2025-26 budget: "While I truly appreciate efforts made by House and Senate Republicans to lower spending by $1.5 billion compared to what Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed, this budget grows spending too much. Standing at $50.1 billion, this budget increases spe  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Rowe Votes 'Yes' to Major Republican Policy Victories in State Budget * HARRISBURG - State Rep. David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata) released the following statement after final passage of the 2025-26 state budget: "From the very beginning of this budget cycle, House Republicans have been advocating for three main priorities: boosting our energy economy, increasing school cho  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release: * * * Schlossberg: Compromise budget strengthens region, gets stuff done for PA * HARRISBURG, Nov. 12 \ After a prolonged budget stalemate between the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Pennsylvania Senate, state Rep. Mike Schlossberg celebrated today's passage of a compromise budget for 2025-26 after casting a vote in favor of it. "This budget represents our continued efforts to  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Shaffer Calls for Reform After Today's Negotiated Budget Deal * HARRISBURG - Rep. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) issued the following statement regarding the House passing a negotiated $50.1 billion budget deal. "This budget, while far from perfect, is a step forward. "I voted yes on this budget because it reflects the kind of bipartisan cooperation that should be the norm, not the exce  more

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: * * * Sports management major at Thiel College set for sudents looking for careers in sports Thiel College has introduced a new bachelor's degree in sports management, which combines business, leadership, and communication to prepare students for careers in the rapidly expanding sports industry. The program is accepting applications for Fall 2026. "The Sports Management program reflects the strengths that d  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * State Budget Spends Too Much, Future Tax Increase Incoming, Roae Says * HARRISBURG Rep. Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie) issued the following statement in response to the $50.1 billion Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget approved today: "I voted NO on the main budget bill because it spends too much. The governor's budget proposal would have resulted in a tax increase in 2027. The lower spending leve  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Stender Supports State Budget to Protect Energy Jobs, Expand Education Access, Safeguard Taxpayer Dollars * HARRISBURG - Rep. Michael Stender (R-Montour/Northumberland) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the 2025-26 state budget: "This year's budget came with tough decisions. At $50.1 billion, it spends more than I would prefer. But in the end, it delivers several   more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- Temple University issued the following news: * * * Temple hosts summit to inspire Philadelphia's next generation of teachers High school students from across the city attended Temple's Philadelphia Youth in Education Summit on Oct. 30. The event is designed to inspire the next generation of educators. * On Oct. 30, Temple University welcomed nearly 250 high school students from across the city of Philadelphia to the Howard Gittis Student Center for th  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- Temple University issued the following news: * * * Temple Rome to offer four-year degree programs Beginning in the fall of 2026, Temple Rome will offer 18 different four-year undergraduate degree programs from five of Temple's schools and colleges. * Students who attend Temple University Rome and find that they do not want to leave are about to have their wish granted. For four years, at least. Beginning in the fall of 2026, for the first time ever,  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Topper: State Budget Puts Pennsylvania in a Winning Position * HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) commented on the passage of the FY 2025-26 state budget with the following statement: "The process that led to the passage of this year's budget was not perfect, but the result is significant progress for the people of Pennsylvania and this Co  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * 'Meet the Authors': A roundup of Wharton faculty in print The "Ripple Effect" podcast from the Wharton School highlights books from four faculty members on "having it all" in the workplace, hybrid and remote work, "hidden markets," and creativity and AI. * In the "Ripple Effect" podcast series from the Wharton School, host Dan Loney interviews four faculty members with recent books on havi  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * Wild birds are driving the current U.S. bird flu outbreak Penn Vet's Louise Moncla has tracked H5N1 viruses in North America to better understand the role wild birds play in the current bird flu outbreak. * Since late 2021, a panzootic, or "a pandemic in animals," of highly pathogenic bird flu variant H5N1 has devastated wild birds, agriculture, and mammals. Unlike previous outbre  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * Pain during a C-section? New study challenges fears about general anesthesia Data analyzed by Penn researchers clarifies risks associated with general anesthesia, giving patients more control over their delivery experience. * Regional anesthesia--typically with a spinal or epidural block--has long been favored for cesarean births due in part t  more

MALVERN, Pennsylvania, Nov. 13 -- Vishay Intertechnology Inc. issued the following news release on Nov. 12, 2025: * * * Vishay Intertechnology Silicon PIN Photodiode Delivers Smaller Size and Enhanced Sensitivity for Biomedical Applications Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today broadens its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of a new high speed silicon PIN photodiode with enhanced sensitivity to visible and infrared light. Featuring a compact 3.2 mm by 2.0 mm top-view, s  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Warner: PA Budget Deal a Mixed Bag * HARRISBURG - Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette) issued this statement after voting against a $50.1 billion state budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year while also supporting a measure to remove a major roadblock to the state's energy industry: "Pennsylvanians simply can't afford this budget. While negotiations did get the price tag down to $50.1 billion, comp  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Nov. 12 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news: * * * Watro Approves State Budget that Moves PA Forward * HARRISBURG - Following his vote for the 2025-26 state budget, Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) issued this statement: "The passage of this long-delayed state budget represents a return to responsible governing and a commitment to core principles that put Pennsylvanians first. "As part of this agreement, we are reasserting the   more