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State grants boost public safety and infrastructure in southern Chester County

Southern Chester County has been awarded over $2 million in state grant funding for infrastructure projects.

By South Chester Today | Oct 23, 2024

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Chester County receives over $2 million in state grants for local projects

State officials have announced over $2 million in grant funding to support infrastructure projects in southern Chester County. Representative John Lawrence and Senator Carolyn Comitta revealed the allocation, which aims to enhance public safety and improve community facilities.

By South Chester Today | Oct 23, 2024

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Lawrence opposes plan affecting Chester Water Authority

By South Chester Today | Aug 27, 2024

Rep. John Lawrence has voiced strong opposition to a recent plan filed in federal bankruptcy court by Michael Doweary, the state-appointed receiver for the City of Chester.

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Rep Lawrence opposes termination plan for Chester Water Authority Board

By South Chester Today | Aug 27, 2024

HARRISBURG – Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) issued a statement on Monday regarding the filing in federal bankruptcy court by Michael Doweary, the state-appointed receiver for the City of Chester.

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Hearing addresses concerns over development plans for Big Elk Creek State Park

By South Chester Today | Jul 12, 2024

Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) and the Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee, led by Vice Chairman Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), held a hearing on Tuesday regarding potential development of Big Elk Creek State Park by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). More than 160 community members attended the hearing at the new Avon Grove High School in Jennersville.

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Lawmakers discuss future development plans for Big Elk Creek State Park

By South Chester Today | Jul 12, 2024

Rep. John Lawrence and the Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee convened a hearing to discuss the future of Big Elk Creek State Park.

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Hearing on Big Elk Creek State Park set by House GOP Policy Committee

By South Chester Today | Jul 5, 2024

House Republican Policy Committee Vice Chairman Torren Ecker, along with Representative John Lawrence and other lawmakers, will conduct a hearing titled “Big Elk Creek State Park.” The event aims to explore the park's history and discuss its...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Chester County rise or fall in 2021?

By South Chester Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Chester County received $24.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Chester County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By South Chester Today | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Chester County received $4,073,651 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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State Rep. John Lawrence wins transparency battle over Chester's financial records

By South Chester Today | Jan 23, 2024

After an extended effort to access Chester's financial records, state Representative John Lawrence has succeeded in obtaining a ruling from the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records.

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Grants Approved for Local Municipal Water Projects, Lawrence Says

By South Chester Today | Dec 19, 2023

On December 19, 2023, Rep. John Lawrence (R-West Grove) announced the approval of $1.1 million in state grants for municipal water infrastructure improvements in southern Chester County. Lawrence emphasized the importance of regular upgrades to municipal water infrastructure in order to provide quality service to the community while keeping rates reasonable.The grants have been awarded to two boroughs in the area. Oxford Borough will receive a $600,000 state grant to update the metering infrastructure across its municipal water system. West Grove Borough, on the other...

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State grants approved for Chester County's municipal water projects

By South Chester Today | Dec 19, 2023

Rep. John Lawrence has announced the approval of $1.1 million in state grants aimed at enhancing municipal water infrastructure in southern Chester County.

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Pennsylvania House passes controversial tax incentive legislation

By South Chester Today | Oct 4, 2023

In a recent session, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed legislation introducing new tax incentives for medical marijuana operations and Hollywood movie studios.

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Rep. John Lawrence challenges Gov. Shapiro's automatic voter registration move

By South Chester Today | Sep 25, 2023

Rep. John Lawrence of Chester County has voiced his concerns regarding Governor Josh Shapiro's recent decision to implement automatic voter registration.

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812 inmates were incarcerated in Chester County in August

By South Chester Today | Sep 10, 2023

There were 812 inmates in Chester County in August, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.

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PA House members propose legislative package aimed at enhancing jail safety

By South Chester Today | Sep 8, 2023

In order to provide for community safety and improve working conditions for county corrections officers, several Pennsylvania House members announced they will soon introduce legislation to upgrade county jail security, bolster staffing, and improve county jail infrastructure across Pennsylvania.

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Pennsylvania House members propose bills for county jail safety enhancements

By South Chester Today | Sep 8, 2023

Several Pennsylvania House members are set to introduce a legislative package aimed at enhancing the safety and infrastructure of county jails across the state.

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How many White inmates were incarcerated in Chester County in July?

By South Chester Today | Aug 17, 2023

White is the most common ethnicity among inmates in Chester County, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.

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340 inmates in Chester County are Black in July

By South Chester Today | Aug 16, 2023

White is the most common ethnicity among inmates in Chester County, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.

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Chester County is home to four Asian inmates in July

By South Chester Today | Aug 15, 2023

White is the most common ethnicity among inmates in Chester County, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.