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6/17/2013

Corbett Administration Officials Urge Pennsylvanians to Take Precautions against West Nile Virus
 
Recent rains and rising temperatures create the perfect conditions for mosquito breeding, and the state departments of Environmental Protection, Health and Agriculture today reminded residents to guard against mosquitoes and prevent the spread of West Nile virus.
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6/12/2013

Governor Corbett, Joined by More Than 100 Legislators, Businesspeople, Consumers from Around the State to Discuss Choice and Convenience
 
Governor Tom Corbett, along with more than 100 people, including legislators, businesspeople and consumers from around the state, today voiced their support for the consumer choice and convenience that comes with privatization of the state wine and spirits system.
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6/10/2013

GIANT Unveils 100 Percent Pennsylvania-Produced Milk During 'Dairy Month'
 
A major Pennsylvania grocery chain is now offering its customers milk produced entirely in Pennsylvania, keeping dollars in local communities and supporting local jobs.
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6/10/2013

Governor Corbett Partners with Counties to Encourage Expanding Human Services Block Grant Program
 
Governor Tom Corbett today called on legislators to expand the Human Services Block Grant program, which provides flexibility in human services funding to meet local needs
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6/7/2013

Governor Corbett Calls for Additional Transportation Investment in Pittsburgh; Thanks Senate for their Vote Moving Legislation Forward
 
Governor Tom Corbett today underscored the critical link between public safety and transportation funding, and called for action on additional transportation investment during an event under the Liberty Bridge in Pittsburgh.
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6/6/2013

Governor Corbett Issues Statement on NCAA Sanctions Court Ruling
 
"I am disappointed with the court's decision and believe that the sanctions have harmed the citizens, students, athletes, alumni and taxpayers of Pennsylvania. Countless individuals and small businesses throughout the state will continue to suffer because of the NCAA's actions."
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6/5/2013

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Application Deadline Extended to End of Year
 
The deadline for older adults and residents with disabilities to apply for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has been extended from June 30 to Dec. 31.
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6/3/2013

Labor and Industry Kicks Off First-of-its-Kind Amnesty Campaign
 
The Department of Labor and Industry today announced an unemployment compensation (UC) amnesty program aimed at recouping monies owed to the state's UC fund.
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5/31/2013

Governor Corbett Discusses Commitment to Workforce Development; Recognizes WEDnetPA
 
Governor Tom Corbett was joined at ASI Technologies Inc. today by employees to announce that the Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania (WEDnetPA) has hit a significant milestone this spring - the training of its one-millionth employee.
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5/30/2013

Governor Corbett Emphasizes Transportation's Impact on Public Safety, Calls for Additional Investment
 
Governor Tom Corbett emphasized the link between public safety and transportation funding, calling for action on additional transportation investment during an event today in Cumberland County.
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5/29/2013

First Lady Susan Corbett Updates Education Leaders on "Opening Doors" Dropout Prevention Initiative
 
Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett today met with state and national leaders in education and dropout prevention on the progress of her "Opening Doors" initiative.
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5/29/2013

TRIP, released a report called Pennsylvania Transportation by the Numbers.
 
Today, TRIP, a national nonprofit transportation research group, released a report called Pennsylvania Transportation by the Numbers.
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5/28/2013

Lt. Governor, Fire Commissioner Announce Safety Awareness Program
 
Lt. Governor Jim Cawley and State Fire Commissioner Ed Mann today announced the start of a new safety awareness program for yellow corrugated stainless steel tubing.
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5/22/2013

Governor Corbett Announces Historic Agreement Regarding Original Copy of the Bill of Rights
 
Governor Tom Corbett today announced the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and The New York Public Library have entered a historic 100-year partnership allowing an original copy of the Bill of Rights to be seen by the public for the first time in decades.
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5/21/2013

Pa. Turnpike Marks Reopening of Historic South Midway Service Plaza
 
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission celebrated the reopening of the South Midway Service Plaza in Bedford County this afternoon, just in time for Memorial Day weekend, the traditional kickoff of the summer travel season
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