Schuylkill County Secures $1.5 Million for Abandoned Mine Reclamation and Stream Restoration

Projects to reclaim abandoned mine lands and restore polluted streams in Schuylkill County have been awarded nearly $1.5 million in competitive grant funding, state officials announced this week. 

Senator Argall Reappointed as Chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee

State Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) has been reappointed as chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee for the 2025-26 legislative session. Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward (R-39) announced Argall’s continued leadership role.

Senator Argall and Representative Twardzik to Host Concealed Carry Seminar in Pottsville

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Carbon/Luzerne) and Representative Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) are set to co-host a Concealed Carry Seminar in Pottsville on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. 

Argall, Stehr to Host Free Event to Replace Damaged License Plates in Pine Grove

Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-107) will host an event where damaged or illegible license plates can be replaced for free on Friday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pine Grove Borough Building, 1 Snyder Ave., Pine Grove, PA 17963.

Schuylkill Hope Center Awarded Grant to Protect Victims of Domestic Abuse from Gun Violence

State Officials have announced a Schuylkill County organization has been awarded a grant to protect victims of domestic abuse from gun violence.

Schuylkill County Municipalities Awarded Grants for Projects

 

On Tuesday, State Representatives announced that several Schuylkill County projects have been awarded grants.

Senator Argall Raises Concerns Over Governor Shapiro's Energy Plan Impact on Schuylkill/Carbon Coal Refuse Plants

Senator Dave Argall has expressed apprehension over Governor Josh Shapiro's newly proposed energy plan, citing potential repercussions for four local coal refuse plants situated in Schuylkill and Carbon Counties.

State Grant Awarded to Reclaim Abandoned Mine Lands Near Ashland's Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine and Steam Train

A state grant for $605,849 was awarded to a project to reclaim abandoned mine lands near the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine and Steam Train in Ashland on Wednesday, by Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-123).

Pennsylvania Senate Unanimously Passes Bill to Name Bridges After Fallen PennDOT Workers

In a unanimous show of support, the Pennsylvania Senate has passed a bill to commemorate the sacrifices of Department of Transportation (PennDOT) workers who lost their lives in the line of duty. 

New Legislation Seeks to Strengthen Penalties for Fentanyl-Laced Drug Dealers

In a move to combat the devastating fentanyl epidemic that has gripped the state of Pennsylvania, Senator Dave Argall (R-29) threw his support behind a bill aimed at imposing harsher penalties on drug dealers who peddle lethal substances. 

Senate Education Committee Approves Bill to Enhance Parental Insight into School Curriculum

On Tuesday, the Senate Education Committee has given its stamp of approval to a bill aimed at empowering parents with greater visibility into their children's educational experiences. 

Pennsylvania Senate Committee Advances Bill to Block Funding for Russia and Belarus Tied Firms

On Monday, the Senate Appropriations Committee of Pennsylvania gave its approval to a bill aimed at preventing the use of Pennsylvania taxpayer dollars to support companies with ties to the governments of Russia and Belarus.

Pennsylvania Senate Committee Approves Bill to Move Up 2024 Primary Election by Five Weeks

In a move aimed at amplifying the voice of Pennsylvania voters in the presidential election process, the Senate State Government Committee has given its seal of approval to a bill that would advance the date of the state's 2024 primary election by five weeks. 

Senator Argall, Representative Watro to Host Event Offering Free License Plate Replacements for Residents

MAHANOY CITY - In a bid to assist local residents with damaged or unreadable license plates, Senator Dave Argall (R-29) and Representative Dane Watro (R-116) have announced a community event scheduled for Tuesday, August 22nd. 

State Grant of Over Half a Million Dollars Awarded to Little Leaf Farms' for Expansion Plans

CARBON COUNTY - Little Leaf Farms, a pioneering lettuce producer, is set to undergo a major transformation thanks to a substantial state grant of $501,136. 

Pennsylvania's Largest Indoor-Grown Leafy Greens Production Facility to Open in Schuylkill County

On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro, Senator Dave Argall, and Representative Dane Watro joined Little Leaf Farms to announce the grand opening of the Commonwealth's largest indoor-grown leafy greens production facility in McAdoo.

Senator Argall, Rep. Watro to Host Open House at Mahanoy City Office on Thursday

Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Dane Watro (R-116) invite local residents to join them for an open house at their joint Mahanoy City office at 1 West Centre St., Mahanoy City, on Thursday, March 2nd from 5-7:00 p.m.

Sen. Argall, Rep. Watro to Host Monthly Outreach Appointments in Mahanoy City for Veterans

Veterans or their dependents who have issues or questions about what benefits or services they may be eligible for can now schedule an appointment to meet with an American Legion service officer at the legislative offices of State Senator Dave Argall (R-29) and State Rep. Dane Watro (R-116) in Mahanoy City.

State Grants Awarded to Two Schuylkill County Park Projects

This past week, legislators announced funding for two park projects in Schuylkill County.

Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. Awarded $500,000 State Grant to Help Build Center for Education, Business, & the Arts

Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. has been awarded a $500,000 state grant to support their efforts to build an innovation and event center, known as the Center for Education, Business, & the Arts (CEBA).