Dec. 10, 2019 /
![Wentling Selected Chairman of Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee]()
HARRISBURG – During the reorganizational meeting held earlier this fall, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) was unanimously elected to serve as chairman of the bi-partisan, bi-cameral Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee (JLCC).
Nov. 21, 2019 /
![Committee Approves Wentling, Harkins Bill to Cast Wider Net for Lake Erie Fishing Permit Project Funding Options]()
HARRISBURG – On Tuesday, the state House Game and Fisheries Committee approved House Bill 1187, introduced by Reps. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) and Patrick Harkins (D-Erie), which would broaden the allocation of proceeds from Lake Erie fishing permits or stamps issued by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.
Nov. 14, 2019 /
![Wentling Announces $328,800 for Crawford, Erie and Mercer Community Park and Recreation Projects]()
HARRISBURG - Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) today announced
that the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has awarded grants totaling
$328,800 to fund recreational improvement and conservation projects benefiting communities
in Crawford, Erie and Mercer counties.
Nov. 12, 2019 /
HARRISBURG - Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) today announced that Cochranton Borough has been awarded a grant totaling $150,000 for the repaving of South Franklin Street.
Oct. 10, 2019 /
![Wentling to Host Concealed Carry Seminar/Sportsmen’s Event]()
CONNEAUT LAKE – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) is inviting firearm owners, hunters, anglers and all other outdoor sports enthusiasts to attend his upcoming Concealed Carry Seminar and Sportsmen’s Event on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Conneaut Lake Park Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall, 11965 State Highway 618, Conneaut Lake.
Sep. 12, 2019 /
![Wentling Invites Residents to Fifth Annual Senior Expo]()
GIRARD – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) encourages senior citizens, their family members and caregivers to attend his fifth annual Senior Expo on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Parish Center, 1001 Main St. E., in Girard.
Aug. 02, 2019 /
![Vogel, Wentling Secure $1.5 Million for Westminster College’s Hoyt Science Resource Center Expansion]()
HARRISBURG – Sen. Elder Vogel Jr. (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) and Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) today announced the awarding of $1.5 million in state funding for an expansion to Westminster College’s Hoyt Science Resource Center. The funding, is provided through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).
Jul. 17, 2019 /
![Wentling Announces $2.16 Million PENNVEST Grant/Loan for Jamestown Municipal Authority Sewer System Upgrades]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) announced today that the Jamestown Municipal Authority will receive a grant totaling $1.24 million and a low-interest loan totaling $918,850 through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to significantly upgrade its sewer system.
Jul. 10, 2019 /
HARRISBURG – On June 17, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) formally presented Jamestown Area Junior/Senior High School student John DeMarco (center) with his 2019 House of Representatives Scholarship.
Jun. 27, 2019 /
![Northwestern PA Lawmakers Negotiate Budget Deal to Halt Cost-Doubling Changes to Medical Assistance Transportation Program]()
HARRISBURG – State Reps. Kathy Rapp (R-Warren/Crawford/Forest), Brad Roae (R-Crawford/Erie), Lee James (R-Venango/Butler), Tedd Nesbit (R-Mercer/Butler) and Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) today announced the conclusion of their successful negotiations to include as part of the budget a requirement in the Human Services Code to bring greater transparency, accountability and taxpayer savings in funding the state Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP).
May. 24, 2019 /
![Seniors Invited to Informative Breakfast Seminar, Wentling Says]()
CONNEAUT LAKE – Area senior citizens are invited to attend an informative Senior Coffee and Conversation seminar hosted by Better Business Bureau, Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources, and the office Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer).
May. 22, 2019 /
![Wentling Announces Grant to Help Develop the Keystone Regional Industrial Park in Crawford County]()
CONNEAUT LAKE – As part of efforts to develop the Keystone Regional Industrial Park in Greenwood Township, Crawford County, the Commonwealth Financing Authority approved a $300,000 Pipeline Investment Program grant, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) today announced.
May. 14, 2019 /
![Committee Approves Wentling Bill to Help Curb Predatory Animals]()
HARRISBURG – To assist hunters of predatory animals that are mainly active at night, the House Game and Fisheries Committee approved House Bill 1188, introduced by Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer). Wentling’s bill would give the state Game Commission the authority to allow hunters to use thermal and night vision equipment.
May. 08, 2019 /
![Jamestown Area Jr./Sr. High School Student Named House Scholarship Winner, Wentling Says]()
HARRISBURG – Jamestown Area Junior/Senior High School student John DeMarco is a recipient of the 2019 House of Representatives Scholarship, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) announced today.
May. 02, 2019 /
![Seniors Invited to Informative Breakfast Seminar, Wentling Says]()
CONNEAUT LAKE – Area senior citizens are invited to attend an informative Senior Coffee and Conversation seminar hosted by Better Business Bureau, Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources, and the office Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer).
May. 01, 2019 /
![Wentling Announces School Safety and Security Grant Recipients]()
HARRISBURG – Two school districts, Northwestern and Commodore Perry, that serve the 17th Legislative District are the recipients of school safety grants, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) announced today.
Mar. 26, 2019 /
![Offices of Toomey, Laughlin and Wentling to Honor Vietnam War-Period Veterans]()
WHAT: Local veterans of the Vietnam War period will be honored by the offices of U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA), state Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) and state Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) during a recognition ceremony.
Mar. 26, 2019 /
![Wentling Says Cochranton Awarded Funding for Revitalization Project]()
HARRISBURG ¬– To assist with bringing a revitalization plan to fruition, the Economic Progress Alliance of Crawford County (EPACC) was awarded $752,949 in Business in Our Sites (BOS) funding through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) on Tuesday, Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) announced.
Mar. 26, 2019 /
![Wentling Announces Loan for Alternative Fuel System in Beaver Township]()
CONNEAUT LAKE – Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) announced today that CNG Services will receive a low-interest $538,500 Alternative and Clean Energy Biofuels project loan through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for a biogas purification system in Crawford County.
Mar. 15, 2019 /
![Toomey, Laughlin and Wentling Seek Vietnam War Period Veterans for Recognition]()
CONNEAUT LAKE – Local veterans of the Vietnam War period will be honored by the offices of U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA), state Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-Erie) and state Rep. Parke Wentling (R-Crawford/Erie/Lawrence/Mercer) during a recognition ceremony at St. John’s the Evangelist Parish Center, 1001 Main St. East in Girard, on Thursday, March 28, at 10 a.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.