Eligible Pennsylvania veterans and their families can take advantage of the Veterans Temporary Assistance (VTA) Program, which provides up to $1,600 per year for essential needs like rent, groceries, utility bills, and clothing during times of financial hardship.

Since its launch, the program—run by the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)—has awarded more than $7.4 million to more than 6,800 veterans and families across the state.

Eligible applicants include veterans with honorable or general discharges, those with service-connected disabilities, and surviving dependents of eligible veterans or service members who died in the line of duty.

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The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission has opened applications for its 2025-26 Cultural and Historical Support Grants, aimed at strengthening museums and historical societies across the state.

Applications are due by Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, and must be submitted through the Commonwealth’s Single Application for Assistance portal.

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I attended the celebration of the Carnegie Boys and Girls Club’s Summer Learning Program last week. I heard from staff and partner organizations about all the programs offered to local children.

At a recent event for McKees Rocks businesses, I had the opportunity to check out beautiful artwork, including some from local artist MarySue Flick!

I enjoyed the festival at Saint Joseph’s Church, Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Coraopolis.

It was a beautiful day at the Car Cruise held at Montour High School over the weekend.

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101 Irvis Office Building

P.O. Box 202045

Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-3780

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1350 Fifth Ave.
Coraopolis, PA 15108

(412) 264-4260

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