State Legislators from Schuylkill County to Host Sportsmen and Outdoor Expo

Outdoor enthusiasts from across Schuylkill County and the surrounding region are invited to attend a Sportsmen and Outdoor Expo next weekend in Shenandoah.

State House Unanimously Approves Boost in Pensions for Disabled Veterans

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has unanimously approved legislation aimed at increasing pension payments for veterans who are blind or have lost limbs or are paralyzed due to military service, according to Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill), a prime sponsor of the bill.

Legislators, School Officials, and First Responders Meet to Address Volunteer Firefighter Shortages

More than 75 volunteer firefighters and school administrators joined Pennsylvania State Representatives Tim Twardzik and Dane Watro, along with Senator David Argall, at a seminar last week aimed at tackling the pressing issue of declining volunteer firefighter numbers. 

Follow-Up: State and County Officials Rally to Save Penn State Schuylkill and Hazleton Campuses

As public concern grows over the possible closures of Penn State Schuylkill and Penn State Hazleton, state legislators and local officials are stepping up efforts to advocate for the campuses to remain open. 

State Grants Awarded for Park Improvements in Schuylkill County

McAdoo Borough, St. Clair Borough, and Blythe Township to Benefit from Nearly $575,000 in Funding.

Rep. Dane Watro: Beware of Phishing Scammers Claiming ‘Fraudulent Activity’

 

Beware of Phishing Scammers Claiming ‘Fraudulent Activity’

By State Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill)

The Office of Attorney General is alerting Pennsylvania residents about a phishing scam involving claims of fraudulent activity on a person’s bank account in order to access personal data and information.s

Schuylkill County Municipalities Awarded Grants for Projects

 

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

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.

Watro Takes Oath of Office for First Term in PA House to Serve Northern Schuylkill and Southern Luzerne Counties

Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) took the oath of office on Tuesday to begin his first term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives during a ceremony at the state Capitol in Harrisburg.