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OP-ED: Who's responsible for higher tuition rates? Universities, not lawmakers
As the state budget impasse continues in Harrisburg, one sticking point is funding for higher education – more specifically, the four “state-related” universities of Pitt, Penn State, Temple and Lincoln. I am one of 73 members to vote “no” on a bill that would have sent $642.2 million collectively to these universities for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Because the bill requires a two-thirds majority vote to pass, the measure failed. Why would I oppose funding for higher education?
OP-ED: $4.7 million is owed to Greene County residents. Is some of it yours?
You know the excitement you get when you find a few dollars in an old coat pocket? Well, a quick search for unclaimed property could bring the same feeling – except much better – for thousands of people living in Greene County. Right now, the Pennsylvania Treasury has $4.7 million waiting for Greene County residents – and a total of more than $4 billion for Pennsylvanians statewide. This money is known as unclaimed property, and the state is safeguarding it until the rightful owners are found.
Wolf must listen to 'We the People'
By ops@our-hometown.com | on September 14, 2020 By BUD COOK The citizens of this Commonwealth, the people who elected us, did an amazing job following Gov. Tom Wolf’s lead in the first 90 days after he declared a state of emergency following the arrival of COVID-19.
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This piece is about gaining emotional and mental strength, even as dark thoughts, past demons, and difficult experiences seek to overwhelm you.
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