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Pennsylvania News

News stories from the past 60 days.

Apr 5, 2024 - Highlights a project addressing agricultural work and healthy food systems in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina. The project will focus on job opportunities in agriculture, farm-to-institution pathways for fresh food, and food insecurity in rural communities.
Source: WVU Today
Apr 2, 2024 - Discusses implementation of new federal policies regarding methadone access in Pennsylvania. Notes ways that access will increase and continued access challenges for rural residents.
Source: 90.5 WESA
Feb 22, 2024 - Highlights research being done in Pennsylvania to investigate the impact on rural communities when local pharmacies close. Notes proposed solutions and challenges that still remain.
Source: 90.5 WESA
Feb 20, 2024 - Discusses the opening of an additional distribution site for a Pennsylvania organization offering weekend meals to students. The new site will allow for easier access to rural students, described as a barrier for the main distribution center previously.
Source: The Tribune-Democrat

Last Updated: 4/8/2024