County historical society gets $80K grant from state
WEST CHESTER — State Senator Andy Dinniman announced that the Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) will receive $80,000 in state funding for facility and roofing repairs.
“Chester County is home to a rich history dating back to the days of William Penn, and that history has been meticulously documented and preserved thanks to the efforts of so many patrons, supporters, staff members, historians,...
Dinniman salutes Shanahan student for Eagle Scout project
State Sen. Andy Dinniman (D-19) (far right) recognizes John Byler (second from left) on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Byler, of East Fallowfield, was joined by his parents, Michelle (left) and John (second from right).
State Senator Andy Dinniman recently recognized John Byler, a junior at Bishop Shanahan High School (BSHS) and a member of Boy Scouts Troop 116, for successfully completing an Eagle...
Dinniman boosts Keystone FD’s fundraising kickoff
State Sen. Andy Dinniman visited Keystone Valley Fire Department to kick off the organization’s capital campaign to build a new station in downtown Parkesburg. Pictured (from left to right): Assistant Fire Chief Richard Klinger, Fire Chief Robert Cazillo, Senator Dinniman, and Stephanie Klinger, firefighter and member of the Executive Board of Directors.
PARKESBURG – State Sen. Andy Dinniman (D-9)...
Dinniman: Downingtown to get $900K for trails, sidewalks
State Senator Andy Dinniman announced last week that Downingtown Borough will receive $916,600 in federal funding to install a new trail and sidewalks.
The Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) grant will be used to install a 10-foot-wide multi-use trail along Woodbine Avenue and 6-foot-wide sidewalk along a portion of Lincoln Highway.
Dinniman announces $80K in local history grants
State Sen. Andrew Dinniman (D-19)
State Senator Andy Dinniman announced that eight cultural and historic organizations in Chester County were awarded a total of $81,232 in state funding last week from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC).
“Our history is very much alive in Chester County thanks largely to historical organizations, societies, and museums that ensure that it is...
Dinniman, Killion announce traffic signal grants
Municipalities across Chester County have been granted state funds for upgrades of traffic signals at various locations through the Green Light-Go Program, state Senators Andy Dinniman (D-19) and Tom Killion (R-9) announced Tuesday.
Nine municipalities in Chester County qualified for some $1.2 million in state funds to improve intersections and traffic signals.
Dinniman lauds signing of Keystone delay into law
Gov. Wolf signed into law Wednesday legislation to put a two-year hold on the high school graduation requirement associated with the Keystone Exams in order to give the legislature and the Department of Education time to explore more effective methods of student assessment.
Senate Bill 880, championed by state Sen. Andy Dinniman (D-19) and unanimously passed by the legislature in January, was signed...
Dinniman to hold open house, collect food and clothing for the needy
State Sen. Andy Dinniman
WEST CHESTER — State Senator Andy Dinniman (D-19) is inviting residents to stop by his West Chester District Office for a Holiday Open House during the 36th Annual West Chester Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade on Friday and encouraged them to bring canned goods or coats to benefit those in need.
“We continue to collect canned goods and nonperishable food items year-round...
Four Chesco organizations get environmental grants
WEST CHESTER – Four Chester County organizations will receive a total of $17,873 in state Environmental Education Grants, State Sen. Andy Dinniman (D-19) announced Friday.
“These grants will be used to develop hands-on environmental education programs and community workshops,” Dinniman said. “It is crucial that we prepare the next generation of Pennsylvanians to value and safeguard the...
Record number of Chesco firms get boost
State grants Keystone Innovation Zone tax credits to 19 businesses
A record 19 firms in Chester County have been awarded $1.45 million in state Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) tax credits – incentive given to companies with great growth and job-creation potential, said an announcement from State Sen. Andy Dinniman.
Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development has awarded the...
