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Spotlight PA explains how Local Government works in Pennsylvania, including municipal planning, public record requests, and more.

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Pennsylvania, its local governments are on track to use nearly all $13B in pandemic relief by end of 2026

by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College

Pennsylvania and its county and local governments are on track to spend nearly all of the federal American Rescue Plan Act funds they received to address the economic and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The alleged theft of more than $532K from a Pa. township shows the limits of routine audits

by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College

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Local governments need 12K people to function. Experts say you could be one of them.

by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College

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WATCH: Why local governments struggle to attract and keep effective leaders

by Spotlight PA Staff

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Local governments could save millions if public notice requirements change. Newspapers oppose the move.

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