All posts by George Locke

COVID-19 Update: August 1, 2020 School Districts’ Difficult Decisions; A Request for Young People; Relief for Restaurants

Jenkintown Borough continues to update the  opens in a new windowBorough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State and Federal agencies.

State Representative Steve McCarter discusses challenging decisions schools are facing during these unprecedented times and shares helpful community resources and more in the links provided below:
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COVID-19 Update: Grant Opportunities for Individuals and Businesses

Jenkintown Borough continues to update the  opens in a new windowBorough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State and Federal agencies.

Senator Art Haywood shares helpful resources below on grant programs that are now accepting applications for individuals and businesses, along with updates on additional loan and tax credit opportunities:
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PECO Junction Box Adjustment and Sidewalk Repair Project

The Borough has been notified by PECO’s subcontractor, Miller Bros., that work will begin to adjust sinking junction boxes and repair sidewalk which was creating tripping hazards along York Road and West Avenue in the business district.  The work will begin on the 700 block of West Avenue on Tuesday, July 28th through Thursday, July 30th from 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM.  Areas affected by this work will be posted with temporary ‘no parking’ signs to allow for the work to be completed safely.  Entrance to businesses will be maintained throughout this process.
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Jenkintown Fire Department Needs Volunteers

Are you or someone you know always looking to help make a difference in your community?  The Jenkintown Fire Department needs passionate people like you to be part of their family.

The Jenkintown Fire Department is seeking volunteer fire firefighters, junior firefighters, fire police and administrative volunteers.  Training and gear is provided at no charge and no experience is needed. Volunteer opportunities include: Read More »

COVID-19 Update: July 21, 2020 Hazard Pay and Vaccines/Treatments/Therapies Grants Available for Limited Time

Jenkintown Borough continues to update the  opens in a new windowBorough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State and Federal agencies.

State Representative Steve McCarter shares information information regarding two federal CARES Act grant programs now open for application, $10 million in grant funding for  opens in a new windowCOVID-19 Vaccines, Treatments and Therapies and $50 million in grant funding for  opens in a new windowCOVID-19 Hazard Pay Grant. These federal grants are available Read More »