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In this Update:

• State Funding Secured to Support Bucks County Law Enforcement
• Applications Open: Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy for At-Risk Youth
• Free Webinars Provide Useful College Financial Aid Info
• National Voter Registration Day is a Great Reminder
• Upcoming Events in the 6^th Senatorial District

State Funding Secured to Support Bucks County Law Enforcement

Representatives Tomlinson, Marcell, Labs, and Hogan and I held a press conference earlier this week outside the Bensalem Township Building to officially announce funding we secured for Bensalem Police Department to acquire a BearCat for the safety of Bucks County residents and law enforcement. We were joined by Bucks County District Attorney, Jennifer Schorn, Bucks County Sherrif, Fred Harran, Bensalem Township Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo, Police Chiefs Association of Bucks County President, Daniel Friel, Bensalem Township Director of Public Safety Bill McVey, and other Bucks County law enforcement leaders.

Currently, Bucks County’s three SWAT teams share a single BearCat that has been in service for more than 15 years. Housed in central Bucks County, this state-of-the-art armored rescue vehicle, often has a response time of up to two hours, particularly for incidents in the southern part of the county. The addition of a new BearCat stationed in Bensalem Township will drastically reduce response times, particularly in the densely populated southern regions of the county.

We would hope that this vehicle will never be needed, but our Bucks County law enforcement will be prepared to protect the residents of Bucks County and their fellow officers in the event that it is. 

Watch full press conference: https://vimeo.com/pasenategop/091024-farry-newser-bearcat

Applications Open: Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy for At-Risk Youth

The Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy (KSCA) is accepting applications for its class, which begins in January 2025. KSCA is designed to give academically challenged teens a second chance at obtaining their basic education, as well as learning leadership, self-discipline and responsibility.

The program is open to 16- to 18-year-old Pennsylvania residents who are at risk of not graduating from high school, no longer attending any school or have not received a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Applicants must be willing to be drug free, free of felony convictions and voluntarily commit to the program. If selected, students will attend the 22-week residential phase at Fort Indiantown Gap in Lebanon County.

Learn more about eligibility requirements and begin the application process here. Anyone who prefers to have an application mailed or would like to talk with someone about the program may contact the academy by emailing RA-MVPAChallenge@pa.gov or calling 717-861-7767.

Free Webinars Provide Useful College Financial Aid Info

The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency is holding free webinars to assist college-bound students and their families with navigating the financial aid process.

On Tuesday, Sept. 24, at noon, speakers will discuss the financial aid timeline. On Thursday, Sept. 26, at 6:30 p.m., speakers will focus on how to search for scholarships and pay for any remaining costs.

Register to attend the one-hour webinars.

National Voter Registration Day is a Great Reminder

Tuesday, Sept. 17, is National Voter Registration Day. It’s a great time to confirm that you are registered to vote at your current address or to register if you have moved or would be a first-time voter.

The last day to register to vote in Pennsylvania before the Nov. 5 election is Monday, Oct. 21. You may submit your application online, by mail to your county voter registration office or in person at your county voter registration office. Active-duty military members or veterans who are hospitalized or bedridden may register at any time. Learn more about that option.

Upcoming Community Events in 6^th Senatorial District

There are many community events this fall in the 6^th Senate district that I am hosting or participating in.  Come by our legislative table to check out the services we offer!

Bensalem Township

Sen. Farry and Rep. Tomlinson’s Shredding Event – Tomorrow!
Saturday September 14, 10am-12pm
Bensalem High School – 4319 Hulmeville Ave., Bensalem, PA
*2 box limit, residents only, accepting donations of pet food/supplies in partnership with Women’s Animal Center

More Info: Upcoming Events – Senator Farry

Rep. Tomlinson’s Senior Expo
Thursday October 10, 10am – 1pm
Bensalem Senior Citizens Associates, 1850 Byberry Rd., Bensalem

Langhorne Borough

Olde Langhorne Harvest Day
Saturday October 26, 10am-3pm
Maple & Bellevue Aves., Langhorne
*Family fun, vendors, and more.
For more info: www.facebook.com/langhorneharvestday

Lower Southampton Township

Lower South Community & First Responder Event
Sunday September 22, 12pm – 4pm
Russell Elliot Memorial Park – 150 Buck Rd, Feasterville-Trevose
*Live music, family activities, car show and more.
For more info: https://lowersouthamptontownship.org/

Rep. Hogan’s Shredding Event
Saturday October 12, 9-11:30am
Tawanka Elementary School, 2055 Brownsville Rd., Langhorne

Middletown Township

ParklandFest Community Day
Saturday October 5, 12pm – 4:30pm
Firefighter’s Park – 712 Poplar St., Langhorne
*Live music, games, food trucks, vendors and more.
For more info: facebook.com/parklandfestcommunityday

Northampton Township

Northampton Day Festival
Sunday October 6, 10am – 4pm
98 Upper Holland Rd., Richboro
*Family fun, entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and more.
For more info: Northampton Days | Northampton Day Festival | Richboro

Senator Farry’s Senior Expo
Thursday October 10, 10am – 1pm
Northampton Valley Country Club, 299 Richboro Road, Richboro
*health screenings, vaccines, information from federal, state and county agencies…
More info: Upcoming Events – Senator Farry

Upper Southampton Township

Rep. Marcell’s Veteran Event
Thursday September 26, 11:30am
Southampton Fire Company, Hampton Room, 925 Street Rd., Southampton

Warminster Township

Warminster Day & Touch a Truck
Saturday September 28, 11am-3pm
Warminster Community Park – 350 East Bristol Road, Warminster
*Touch a Truck Displays, live entertainment, food trucks, and more.
For more info: https://allevents.in/warminster/

Rep. Kristin Marcell’s Shredding Event
Saturday October 19, 9am-11:30am
Warminster Community Park – 350 East Bristol Road, Warminster

Warrington Township

Warrington Community Day
Saturday September 28, 12pm – 5:30pm
John Paul Park at Lower Nike, 301 Folly Rd., Warrington

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