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Hearing addresses fraud protection amid rising scams in Pennsylvania

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 11, 2024

Rep. Joe Hogan of Bucks County and the House Republican Policy Committee, chaired by Josh Kail from Beaver/Washington, held a hearing to address fraud protection as scams become more prevalent.

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Hogan, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Fraud Protection

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 11, 2024

Rep. Joe Hogan and the House Republican Policy Committee, led by Chairman Josh Kail, hosted a hearing on fraud protection, featuring various speakers from the community and law enforcement. "Keeping our community safe is a top priority for me," said Hogan during the hearing. "Educating consumers about fraud is key to protecting them from falling victim to scams."Testifiers at the hearing included Fred Harran, Bucks County sheriff; Jennifer Schorn, Bucks County district attorney; Nicolette Brown, director of customer care at PECO; Jeane Vidoni, CEO of Penn Community...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Bucks County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 10, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Bucks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Lower Bucks Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 9, 2024

These former Lower Bucks Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

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Lower Bucks Today area weekly mass times

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 9, 2024

The following parishes in the Lower Bucks Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Bucks County in week ending Mar. 2

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 8, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Bucks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Fitzpatrick, Trahan Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Keep Assisted Living Facilities Open

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-3) have reintroduced the Safeguarding Elderly Needs for Infrastructure and Occupational Resources (SENIOR) Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the financial challenges faced by assisted senior-living facilities."Senior-living facilities have been facing financial and staffing difficulties since the COVID-19 pandemic," said Congressman Fitzpatrick. "The unprecedented workload and financial loss have caused facilities to close and seniors to not receive the proper level of...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Bucks County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 2

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 5, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Bucks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Fitzpatrick, Bishop, Jr. Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Advance Biomedical Research Stalled by Pandemic

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-2) have introduced the Long-term Opportunities for Advancing New Studies (LOANS) for Biomedical Research Act. The bipartisan legislation aims to fund crucial medical research for treatments and cures for diseases like Alzheimer’s, cancer, diabetes, and more.Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the need for increased funding in the field, stating, "More funding is urgently needed for research, treatment, and cures for deadly diseases." He also expressed his pride in collaborating with...

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Budget Hearing Q&A: Human Services (Part 1)

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 5, 2024

Senator Frank Farry posed a question to Secretary Valerie Arkoosh during a Senate Appropriations Committee budget hearing for the Department of Human Services. Farry inquired, "Can you provide an update on the progress of the Department's initiatives to address homelessness?" In response, Secretary Arkoosh stated, "We have made significant strides in expanding shelter capacity and providing supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness." The exchange took place on March 5, 2024.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Bucks County in week ending Mar. 2?

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 4, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Bucks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Fitzpatrick, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Skills Training for American Workers

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 4, 2024

U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick, Derek Kilmer, Glenn Thompson, and Brad Schneider have introduced the bipartisan Skills Investment Act to support workers in accessing skills training. The legislation aims to expand Coverdell Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) so that American workers can use them for skills training, apprenticeships, and professional development. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Mike Braun have introduced a companion bill in the U.S. Senate.Representative Fitzpatrick emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, “Americans should not be penalized for...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Bucks County in week ending Mar. 2?

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 3, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Bucks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 2, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Lower Bucks Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 2, 2024

These former Lower Bucks Today area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

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Lower Bucks Today area weekly mass times

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 2, 2024

The following parishes in the Lower Bucks Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Bucks County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Lower Bucks Today | Mar 1, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Bucks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.