Budget fight cost Pennsylvania millions in federal infrastructure funding
Pennsylvania communities lost millions of dollars in federal funding this year after a congressional standoff forced lawmakers to pass a short-term spending bill that stripped out all Community Project Funding grants for fiscal year 2025.
For communities in the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos, that meant losing support for police equipment, flood control, emergency communications upgrades and a major opioid interdiction and prosecution initiative in Monroe County.
BOOKMARKS: Celebrate the season with these festive reads
At this time of year, what's better than curling up beside a crackling fire or sparkling Christmas tree with a good book?
If you’re hoping to spend some time with a book this holiday season, here are a few ideas.