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Local fire and EMS agencies receive grant funding from Pennsylvania

Rep. Stephenie Scialabba has announced that eight fire and emergency response organizations in Pennsylvania's 12th Legislative District have been awarded funding through the state Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.

By Butler County News | Feb 12, 2025

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FOIA Request Sent to Butler County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Butler County Election Department on February 5, 2025.

By Butler County News | Feb 5, 2025

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Jefferson Township receives $125K grant for SEBCO Pool enhancements

By Butler County News | Jan 28, 2025

Rep. Marci Mustello has announced that Jefferson Township will receive $125,000 in funding from the Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP) to enhance the Southeast Butler County (SEBCO) Pool.

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Marci Mustello begins third term representing Pennsylvania's 11th District

By Butler County News | Jan 8, 2025

Rep. Marci Mustello, a Republican from Butler, has officially commenced her third full term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 11th Legislative District.

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Stephenie Scialabba begins second term for Pennsylvania's 12th Legislative District

By Butler County News | Jan 7, 2025

Rep. Stephenie Scialabba has officially commenced her second term representing Pennsylvania's 12th Legislative District.

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Stephenie Scialabba begins second term representing Pennsylvania's 12th district

By Butler County News | Jan 7, 2025

Rep. Stephenie Scialabba, a Republican from Butler, has officially commenced her second term in office as the representative for Pennsylvania's 12th Legislative District.

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School safety grants surpassing $977K awarded to 11th Legislative District

By Butler County News | Dec 3, 2024

Rep. Marci Mustello announced that schools in the 11th Legislative District have received grants exceeding $977,000 from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency's School Safety and Security Committee.

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Mustello announces $571K grants for Butler City and Winfield Township recreation projects

By Butler County News | Nov 12, 2024

Three state grants have been allocated to support recreation and conservation projects in Butler City and Winfield Township, as announced by Representative Marci Mustello.

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FOIA Request Sent to Butler County Election Department Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Butler County News | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Butler County Election Department on October 30, 2024.

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Mustello announces state funding boost for community projects in Butler County

By Butler County News | Oct 22, 2024

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Cranberry Township receives $6.3M loan for water facility upgrades

By Butler County News | Oct 17, 2024

Rep. Stephenie Scialabba and Rep. Rob Mercuri have announced a significant investment in Cranberry Township's infrastructure. The Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility will receive funding from the Marshall Township Municipal Sanitary Authority (MTMSA) to upgrade its solids handling capabilities.

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Pennsylvania revises K-12 curriculum after lawmakers raise concerns

By Butler County News | Oct 8, 2024

The Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) has approved six changes to Pennsylvania's K-12 education standards. This decision follows a joint letter from Representatives Barb Gleim, Stephenie Scialabba, and Joe D’Orsie, who identified deficiencies in the current curriculum.

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Scialabba partners with state treasurer to recover unclaimed property for residents

By Butler County News | Sep 23, 2024

Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) has announced a partnership with the Office of State Treasurer Stacy Garrity to assist residents in recovering unclaimed property at no cost.

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Mustello announces grants for Butler and Knoch school districts' environmental repairs

By Butler County News | Sep 10, 2024

Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) announced that Butler and Knoch school districts have been awarded funding from the state Department of Education’s (PDE) Environmental Repair Grants program. Butler School District will receive $1.03 million, while Knoch School District has been granted $78,190.

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Mars and Zelienople awarded over $224K in PennDOT grants

By Butler County News | Aug 19, 2024

Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) announced that Mars and Zelienople boroughs will receive a combined $224,108 from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) to support ongoing projects.

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Annual Family Fun Night hosted by Rep. Marci Mustello set for Aug. 20

By Butler County News | Aug 7, 2024

Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) has announced her annual Family Fun Night, inviting all residents and their families in the 11th Legislative District to attend.

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Nearly $36 million allocated to Cranberry Township wastewater project

By Butler County News | Jul 17, 2024

On July 17, 2024, Rep. Stephenie Scialabba (R-Butler) announced that the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has awarded nearly $36 million in low-interest loan funding to a wastewater construction project in Cranberry Township.

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Event announced for replacing hard-to-read license plates in Butler

By Butler County News | Jul 17, 2024

Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) will host a Hard-to-Read License Plate event on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Company, First Responders Park. The event aims to assist residents of the 11th District in replacing illegible license plates.

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Mustello offers condolences after Butler County resident killed at rally

By Butler County News | Jul 14, 2024

Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) issued a statement following the violent incident that resulted in the death of Butler County resident Corey Comperatore and injuries to others, including former President Donald Trump, during a rally.

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Marci Mustello announces over $1.33 million funding for Butler County residents

By Butler County News | Jun 18, 2024

Rep. Marci Mustello (R-Butler) announced today that more than $1.33 million in impact fees paid by Marcellus Shale drilling companies will benefit residents of the 11th Legislative District.