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Mastriano Announces Nearly $7.7 Million for Quincy Township, Shippensburg Borough Water System Improvements
Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) today announced approval of nearly $7.7 million in state funding for two water and sewer service improvement projects in Franklin County. [Read More]
Mastriano Bill to Notify Families of VA Burial Benefits Approved by House
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) to ensure families of deceased service members are notified of burial benefits available through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) was approved with strong bipartisan support by the House of Representatives today. [Read More]
Mastriano Bill Marking Korean War Veterans Armistice Day Approved by House
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) to designate July 27 as Korean War Veterans Armistice Day in Pennsylvania was approved by the House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support today. [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 10, 2026
In this Update: Visit To a Hand-Painted American Flag Spanning Across Two Acres Roots of Revival Sean Feucht America250 Event Chambersburg Fire Department Visit Mercersburg Roundtable Discussion on Tourism Miss Pennsylvania & Rebecca Van der Groef Honored Franklin County Fair Monthly Photo Submission Throwback! Senate Passes Bill to Bring Life-saving Treatments to Market More Quickly […] [Read More]
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Funding Awarded to Improve Water Service in Quincy Township, Shippensburg Borough
I announced approval of nearly $7.7 million in state funding for two water and sewer service projects in Franklin County this week. These state dollars will ensure local residents are not burdened with the significant costs of these important projects. Once completed, these infrastructure updates will be assets to our communities for years to come.
Quincy Township was awarded a grant of more than $1.7 million and a low-interest loan of nearly $1.7 million to connect two independent local water systems with a new water main. The project will improve the resiliency of the system, ensuring adequate and reliable water service for residents.
Shippensburg Borough Authority was awarded a grant of nearly $4.3 million to improve biosolids processing by constructing a new screw press, rehabilitating the process feed pump system and more. The project ensures the system continues to reliably function without significant disruptions.
THROWBACK THURSDAY: Hope in the Midst of War
After my second deployment to Afghanistan, I came home with a heavy heart. Despite all we had accomplished militarily, I couldn`t shake the feeling that I hadn`t truly made a difference in the lives of the Afghan people. I prayed and made God a promise: if He ever gave me the opportunity to return, I would do something to bring hope.
That opportunity came during my third deployment. Alongside an incredible team, we organized humanitarian missions to orphanages in our area, delivering backpacks, school supplies, toys, clothing, and, most importantly, kindness. The smiles on those children`s faces and the hope we saw in their eyes remain some of my most cherished memories from three combat tours.
Of all my memories from Afghanistan, bringing hope to those children remains among the most fulfilling experiences of my military career. #ThrowbackThursday
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July 15th - Birthday - The first American saint, Frances Xavier Cabrini (1850-1917) was born in Lombardy, Italy. She was the founder of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and established Catholic schools, orphanages, convents and hospitals. She was canonized, July 7, 1946, by Pope Pius XII.
July 15, 1918 - During the Battle of the Marne in World War I, German General Erich Ludendorff launched Germany`s fifth, and last, offensive to break through the Chateau-Thierry Salient. However, the Germans were stopped by American, British and Italian divisions. On July 18, General Foch, Commander-in-Chief of the Allied troops, launched a massive counter-offensive. The Germans began a retreat lasting four months until the end of the war.
Could Daylight Saving Time Become Permanent?
A major change may be on the horizon. The U.S. House of Representatives could vote this week on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make Daylight Saving Time permanent year-round. If it passes the House, the bill would then move to the U.S. Senate for consideration.
If approved, we’d enjoy later sunsets from November through early March. However, the tradeoff is that sunrise wouldn’t occur until after 8:30 a.m. in many parts of the state during December and January.
⚠️ Heat Advisory through Wednesday, July 15, at 8 PM for Lancaster, York, Cumberland, Franklin, Adams, and Fulton counties.
🌡️ Heat index values of 100°–104°F are possible. Stay hydrated, limit time outdoors, and take breaks in the shade or A/C.
Designating July 27 as Korean War Veterans Armistice Day!
