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Lackawanna legislators announce over $11M in state funding for regional construction projects

(Jul 17, 2026)

SCRANTON, July 17 – State Reps. Bridget Kosierowski, Kyle Donahue and Kyle Mullins, in partnership with Sen. Marty Flynn , all D-Lackawanna, today announced that more than $11.1 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program funding has been awarded to support critical construction and redevelopment projects throughout Lackawanna County. The funding will strengthen healthcare services, expand access to childcare and addiction recovery programs, improve community infrastructure, and support economic development across the region. The funding includes: $1 million for Wright Center Medical Group to design and construct a medical facility. $500,000 for Allied Services Foundation to replace elevator infrastructure. $400,000 for 712 Harrison LLC to redevelop a former apartment building to provide a women's outpatient and inpatient recovery center. $345,728 for United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania to modernize two of UNC's three childcare centers in Scranton. $1 million for Geisinger System Services to enhance/renovate the Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton. $500,000 for Diamon 307 LLC’s construction of a second floor to the Lakeside NEPA Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center. $2 million for P & J Bros. LLC to demolish one existing commercial structure and erect three new steel buildings to increase operational efficiency and storage capacity. $3 million for Read more

Madden: Coolbaugh Township to receive RACP grant funding for historic structure improvements

(Jul 17, 2026)

Madden: Coolbaugh Township to receive RACP grant funding for historic structure improvements Read more

Freeman announces $9.75 million for Easton-area projects

(Jul 16, 2026)

"By working with the administration of Gov. Josh Shapiro and my legislative colleagues, I was able to help secure this funding that will lead to important upgrades, new jobs and business opportunities for Easton and Palmer Township,” said Freeman. Read more

Samuelson announces Bethlehem Emergency Shelter upgrades helped by $1.75 million state grant

(Jul 16, 2026)

“The shelter is in the heart of my district; it's only a block away from my office and we refer people there all the time. Their staff do amazing work helping local women and men who are experiencing great challenges that have left them unhoused,” said Samuelson. Read more

Haddock secures $1 million in state grants

(Jul 16, 2026)

“I work hard for the communities that I represent in Harrisburg, and my office is in regular contact with local officials and business leaders to determine how we can best leverage state grant programs to improve community assets such as those that will be funded through these grants,” said Haddock. Read more

McNeill, Miller help acquire funding for community improvement projects

(Jul 16, 2026)

State Rep. Jeanne McNeill and Sen. Nick Miller today announced $4.2 million in grant funding from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program, which will support multiple construction projects within their community. Read more

Madden: More than $5M in PENNVEST funding coming to Monroe County for wastewater treatment plant

(Jul 15, 2026)

Madden: More than $5M in PENNVEST funding coming to Monroe County for wastewater treatment plant Read more

Kosierowski praises bipartisan budget’s historic investments in education and healthcare in 2026-27 state budget

(Jul 14, 2026)

HARRISBURG, July 14 – State Rep. Bridget Kosierwoski, D-Lackawanna, highlighted the 2026-27 state budget’s historic investments in education and support for Pennsylvania’s healthcare system. “A high-quality education is the foundation for life-long success,” Kosierowski said. “This budget will ensure that all Pennsylvania’s students have access to educational opportunities that will help them adapt and thrive in an increasingly competitive global workforce.” The budget makes a $670 million investment statewide in education, which includes a $565 million increase to help rectify historic funding discrepancies and a $58 million increase in basic education and $47 increase in special education funding, to ensure every student can succeed. Kosierowski said the school districts in the 114th Legislative District will benefit from significant funding increases: $1.3 million or 10.5% increase for Abington Heights School District $141,000 or 1.7% increase for Lackawanna Trail School District $388,000 or 4.7% increase for Lakeland School District $1 million or 9.3% increase for Mid Valley School District $11.1 million or 9.9% increase for Scranton School District Kosierowski also praised the budget’s increased support for key healthcare programs: $615.2 million or 7% increase, for Medical Assistance managed care program $484.7 million or 16.1% increase, for Medical Assistance Capitation $130.5 Read more

Mullins, Cutler, Laughlin applaud ALS, Neurodegenerative disease investments included in 2026-27 budget

(Jul 13, 2026)

Sen. Dan Laughlin, and Reps. Kyle Mullins and Bryan Cutler today highlighted the inclusion of continued funding for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis support services and neurodegenerative disease research in Pennsylvania's recently enacted $50.8 billion 2026-27 state budget. Read more

Schweyer: Budget delivers wins for Pennsylvania students, schools and communities

(Jul 12, 2026)

This budget plan continues the massive and highly successful investments in our students and includes many policy changes that will help keep our children safe and healthy. Read more