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Who owned Havencrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Q4 2023?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 16, 2024

Owned by Guardian Healthcare for Group, LLC since Dec. 17, 2018, Havencrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Cook Continues Quest for Fairness, Transparency, Accountability in Washington County’s LSA Program

By Southwest PA News | Feb 16, 2024

Feb 16 2024WASHINGTON – Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is pushing for greater fairness, transparency, and accountability in the Local Share Account (LSA) program in Washington County. Cook emphasized that these principles should be a priority for all elected officials and public servants. He has been advocating for answers about the LSA program on behalf of the people of Washington County for over seven years and will continue to do so until satisfactory answers are obtained.One of the key issues Cook highlighted is the $10 million in unaccounted funds in the LSA...

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Washington County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Greenery Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 15, 2024

Greenery Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing was one of the nine for-profit facility nursing homes in Washington County, Pennsylvania in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Greene County in week ending Feb. 10?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 15, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Greene County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cook Announces Local Fire, Ambulance Grants

By Southwest PA News | Feb 15, 2024

Fire and emergency response organizations in the 50th Legislation District, including Greene County and portions of Washington County, have received over $400,000 in grants from the state, announced Rep. Bud Cook (R-Washington/Greene). The grants aim to support the important work of these organizations and ensure the safety of the communities they serve."Our fire and EMS companies are vital to the health and safety of our communities," Cook emphasized. "They stand ready to put their lives on the line to help others. These grants are designed to help ensure they can...

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3 gas stations in cities throughout Greene County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 10

By Southwest PA News | Feb 14, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Greene County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cook to Address Washington County Commissioners on LSA Funds

By Southwest PA News | Feb 14, 2024

Rep. Bud Cook (R-Greene/Washington) is set to address the Washington County commissioners regarding concerns about the administration of the county's Local Share Account (LSA) grant program. The LSA program awards millions in state gaming proceeds each year. Cook has been vocal about his concerns regarding the Washington County LSA, and he will once again bring them to the attention of the commissioners during the public comment period at the upcoming meeting on Thursday, Feb. 15. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. and will take place at the Washington County...

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Removing Obstacles to Opportunity to Save the Cokeburg Dam

By Southwest PA News | Feb 14, 2024

In an effort to address unnecessary permitting delays that are hindering the restoration of the Cokeburg Dam, House Republican Policy Committee Chairman Joshua D. Kail and Rep. Bud Cook, along with other lawmakers, will be hosting a hearing. The hearing, titled "Removing Obstacles to Opportunity to Save the Cokeburg Dam," aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced in restoring this popular recreational landmark.Scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, at 1 p.m., the hearing will take place at the Cokeburg Volunteer Fire Department in Cokeburg, PA. The event will...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Greene County in week ending Feb. 10

By Southwest PA News | Feb 13, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Greene County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Washington County in week ending Feb. 10?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 13, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Washington County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Fire Grants Awarded in 48th District, O’Neal Says

By Southwest PA News | Feb 12, 2024

Representative Tim O'Neal has announced that $163,844 in Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grants have been awarded to fire companies in the 48th Legislative District. The grant program, which began in 2000, is open to both volunteer and career fire companies, emergency medical services, and rescue squads in Pennsylvania. The grants can be used for various purposes such as facility construction or repair, equipment purchase or repair, debt reduction, and training. The funding amounts are dependent on the grant recipients filing their agreements with the Office of...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Washington County in week ending Feb. 10?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Washington County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Washington County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 10

By Southwest PA News | Feb 11, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Washington County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Southwest PA News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 11, 2024

These former Southwest PA News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Greene County in week ending Feb. 3?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 9, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Greene County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Greene County in week ending Feb. 3?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 8, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Greene County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Washington County in week ending Feb. 3

By Southwest PA News | Feb 7, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Washington County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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4 gas stations in cities throughout Greene County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 3

By Southwest PA News | Feb 6, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Greene County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Washington County in week ending Feb. 3?

By Southwest PA News | Feb 6, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Washington County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Do Not Get Fooled by Shapiro’s Fiscal Phishing Scam, House Republican Leaders Say

By Southwest PA News | Feb 6, 2024

Pennsylvania House Republican leaders have strongly criticized Governor Josh Shapiro's budget proposal, likening it to a fiscal phishing scam that may appear appealing but harbors hidden dangers. House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler described the budget proposal as deceptive, stating, "It looks good, it draws you in, and it makes you believe it is something it is not." He cautioned that buying into this budget proposal would result in higher taxes, stagnant ideas, and irresponsible decisions.House Republican Appropriations Chairman Seth Grove expressed concerns about the...