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Informational sessions to address child safety in digital age

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By Northern Tier News | Apr 1, 2025

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Informational sessions to teach about online child safety and human trafficking

Representatives Clint Owlett and Tina Pickett are organizing two events to address the growing concern of human trafficking, with a focus on its impact on children in a digital age.

By Northern Tier News | Apr 1, 2025

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Residents of Susquehanna County received $13,888 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 31st in Pennsylvania

By Northern Tier News | Mar 31, 2025

In 2022, residents of Susquehanna County received an average of $13,888 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 31st highest in Pennsylvania.

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Tioga County: Residents received $111.31 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 31, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.9% of income in Tioga County, providing an average of $2,708 per capita to residents.

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McKean County: Medicaid dependency reached 7.6% in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 28, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 7.6% of income in McKean County, providing an average of $3,720 per capita to residents.

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Representative Owlett plans events to replace illegible license plates

By Northern Tier News | Mar 27, 2025

Responding to concerns about illegible license plates, Representative Clint Owlett announced two upcoming events to assist vehicle owners in replacing these plates at no charge.

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Rep. Martin Causer announces satellite office hours for local constituents

By Northern Tier News | Mar 27, 2025

State Representative Martin Causer is set to hold satellite office hours next week, allowing constituents from Cameron, McKean, and Potter counties to access state services closer to home.

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Pickett proposes plan to boost federal broadband funding in Pennsylvania

By Northern Tier News | Mar 26, 2025

Legislation introduced by Representative Tina Pickett aims to increase federal funding effectiveness for broadband expansion in Pennsylvania by revising wage classifications.

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Bradford County: Medicaid made up 5.8% of total income in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.8% of income in Bradford County, providing an average of $2,810 per capita to residents.

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In 2022, McKean County ranks 14th among Pennsylvania counties for government transfer income per capita at $14,906

By Northern Tier News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of McKean County received an average of $14,906 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 14th highest in Pennsylvania.

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Sullivan County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 1.5% in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.5% of income in Sullivan County, providing an average of $867 per capita to residents.

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Pennsylvania House passes bill to aid rural healthcare with loan repayment incentives

By Northern Tier News | Mar 21, 2025

Legislation aimed at enhancing health care access in Pennsylvania's rural areas has passed the House of Representatives with significant backing from Rep. Tina Pickett, a co-sponsor of the bill.

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Causer meets Pitt-Bradford nursing students discussing healthcare service needs

By Northern Tier News | Mar 21, 2025

Rep. Martin Causer recently engaged with nursing students at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford as they near completion of their bachelor's degrees.

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Bill seeks grants to boost rural healthcare provider recruitment

By Northern Tier News | Mar 19, 2025

Working to improve health care access in rural communities, Representative Martin Causer has joined a majority in the Pennsylvania House to approve a new bill.

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Potter County: Income Maintenance made up 2.6% of total income in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 19, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.6% of income in Potter County, providing an average of $1,255 per capita to residents.

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Potter County residents received $15,254 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 10th in Pennsylvania

By Northern Tier News | Mar 18, 2025

In 2022, residents of Potter County received an average of $15,254 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 10th highest in Pennsylvania.

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Rep. Tina Pickett organizes seminar on senior scams in Sayre

By Northern Tier News | Mar 17, 2025

Rep. Tina Pickett will host a seminar on senior scams in Sayre on April 25, aiming to inform older residents about recent fraudulent activities and how to safeguard themselves.

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Wyoming County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2% of income in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 16, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2% of income in Wyoming County, providing an average of $1,100 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Causer discusses rural healthcare challenges with UPMC Kane officials

By Northern Tier News | Mar 14, 2025

Rep. Martin Causer met with officials from UPMC Kane to discuss rural health care and the hospital's efforts to address patient needs in the area.

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Susquehanna County: Residents received $42.38 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By Northern Tier News | Mar 13, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.9% of income in Susquehanna County, providing an average of $1,113 per capita to residents.