"We're meeting people where they're at," she said. "We're making it very easy for them to get these services, make these services accessible and attainable." Read more
State Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz thanked Latino Connection for bringing issues surrounding health care to the forefront of the discussion. She said events like this help to break down those barriers that exist for so many. Read more
Honrada de poder representarte La semana pasada fui juramentada en el Capitolio para comenzar mi primer mandato representando el Distrito Legislativo 129. Me siento honrada y muy emocionada de que la gente trabajadora del distrito 129 me haya otorgado la oportunidad de ser su voz en Harrisburg. Estoy comprometida con ustedes. Voy a trabajar con mis colegas en la Cámara de Representantes llena de entusiasmo y determinación para asegurarme de que todas las prioridades de nuestra comunidad sean tomadas en cuenta. ¡Bienvenidos al Distrito Legislativo 129! Mi equipo y yo estamos aquí para ayudarle. Estoy emocionado de comenzar a servir a la gente del Distrito 129. Mi personal y yo podemos ayudar con inquietudes y servicios relacionados con el estado, como ayuda con las facturas de calefacción del hogar, información sobre trabajos y ayudas con sus gasto de vivienda, asistencia con medicamentos recetados para personas mayores, registro de vehículos y mucho más. Una visita al Centro de Ciencia de Reading Gracias al equipo de Reading Science Center por la oportunidad de aprender sobre el maravilloso trabajo que realizan en nuestra comunidad. El centro ofrece una fantástica experiencia para toda la familia. ¡Visita el Centro! Es un espacio divertido y creativo que ayuda a promover carreras en ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y Read more
"Our youth need outlets such as the Olivet Boys & Girls Club and many others to be engaged, to have positive outlets," said Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz. Read more
Reading state Reps. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and Manny Guzman were among the speakers at the event. Read more
"Being the first Latina from Berks County is pretty amazing," Cepeda-Freytiz said. "I am so excited. I thank God every day. I thank my family, all the volunteers, supporters, voters." Read more
Democratic incumbent Manny Guzman and Reading City Council President Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz won their bids to represent the dramatically reshaped House districts that include parts of Reading. Read more
“In January, the House Democratic Caucus will proudly swear in the largest and most diverse class of freshmen legislators in over a decade,” said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. Read more
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency/Pennsylvania Department of Human Services: Pennsylvania Academic and Career/Technical Training Innovative Solicitation (Funding Source: Justice Reinvestment Fund) Who May Apply : Existing PACTT Affiliates. Use : To improve services for delinquent youth receiving academic and career/technical training services. Funds : Awards up to $75,000 for 24-month projects. Application Deadline : December 23, 2022 More Information : Click on https://egrants.pccd.pa.gov/Public/OpenAnnouncements.aspx . Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission: Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Pumpout Grant Program (Funding Source: Federal Funding) Who May Apply : Local governmental entities and private businesses that own and operate boating facilities. Use : To fund the construction, renovation, and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations to service pleasure boats. Funds : Reimburse up to 75% of the installation cost of pumpout and dump stations. Application Deadline : December 30, 2022 More Information : Click on https://www.fishandboat.com/Transact/Grants/Pages/PumpoutGrantProgram.aspx . Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2022-23 School Safety and Security Training and Technical Assistance Program (Funding Source: FY 2022 School Safety and Security Grant Program Fund) Who May Apply : Non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education (not-for profit), and for-profit organizations. Use : To Read more
PennDOT is currently hiring employees for the Winter Maintenance Program. Employees hired for the Winter Maintenance Program are critical to a safe winter season, and these temporary opportunities are an excellent pathway to a permanent career with PennDOT. For more information on how to apply, click here . Read more
Pennsylvanians in need of energy assistance are encouraged to apply to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for 2022-2023 winter heating season. To see if you qualify, view the table via the link above, and click here to apply online using COMPASS. A paper application can also be found here . Everyone should be able to keep warm during the coldest months of the year, and LIHEAP is a true security blanket for those who are in need. Read more
Each year, the Pennsylvania Treasury receives millions of dollars of unclaimed property. It is estimated that roughly one in 10 Pennsylvanians has unclaimed property. Unclaimed property may include: Closed bank accounts Uncashed checks, including paychecks Lost stocks and bonds Contents of safe deposit boxes Proceeds from the demutualization of insurance companies Expired gift cards/gift certificates To find out if you have unclaimed property, search your name in the Unclaimed Property database at https://www.patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property/ or call 1-800-222-2046. There is NO CHARGE to claim your unclaimed property. Read more
Pennsylvanians can enroll in 2023 health insurance coverage through Pennie now until Jan. 15, 2023. Last year, many Pennsylvanians enrolled in health insurance through a Pennie plan and paid lower monthly premiums due to premium subsidies included in the American Rescue Plan Act. The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act extended these subsidies until Jan. 1, 2026. Visit Pennie.com/connect or the Pennie Customer Service Call Center at 1-844-844-8040. Read more
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