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In this Update:
Regular Firearms Deer Season Begins Nov. 30
Regular firearms season runs from Nov. 30 to Dec. 14 in most areas of the state. Certain wildlife management units (WMUs) offer additional hunting opportunities. WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D have an extended season from Dec. 26 to Jan. 25, 2025. WMUs 4A, 4D and 5A have an extended season from Jan. 2-20, 2025. Pennsylvania hunters have shared their deer harvest since 1991, helping Hunters Sharing the Harvest (HSH) distribute 2.5 million pounds of venison. Hunters can drop off a whole field-dressed deer at a participating processor. There is no fee to donate a deer. In an average hunting season, HSH hopes to provide the state’s food banks with 100,000 pounds of processed venison. The food banks then re-distribute the meat to more than 5,000 local provider charities such as food pantries, missions, homeless shelters, Salvation Army facilities and churches. Hunters’ donations help combat food insecurity, which more than 1.6 million Pennsylvanians currently experience. Shopping Small Boosts Our Local Economy
To spotlight the important role that small businesses play in our communities, all are encouraged to “shop small” on Saturday, Nov. 30. The day has become known as Small Business Saturday and serves as a reminder of the impact we can make by supporting our neighbors’ businesses while also tackling our holiday shopping. More than 1.1 million small businesses in Pennsylvania benefit their local economies and employ 2.5 million people. Our area is fortunate to have so many vibrant businesses offering nearly endless gift options. The state offers helpful information for those considering starting or expanding a business. Learn more about writing a business plan, registering your business and choosing a business structure. PennDOT Hiring Events
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will host two hiring events for job seekers to learn about winter temporary CDL operator (starting pay is $22.49/hr.) positions the department offers in Cumberland County. The events will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Tuesday, December 3, and Tuesday, December 17, at the Cumberland County Maintenance Office, 40 Army Heritage Drive, Carlisle, PA 17013. For more information, please call 717-243-5414. Staff will be available to discuss current and future openings within the commonwealth for CDL operators, who must have a valid Pennsylvania (PA) CDL Class A or B with air brake restriction removed and tanker endorsement. This position also requires a current medical examiner certificate. On-the-spot applications, interviews, and driving skills testing will take place. Applicants need to bring their current CDL license and medical examiners card. Applicants are encouraged to create an account with employment.pa.gov prior to the event. Laptops and staff will be available to help interested participants navigate the electronic application system. PennDOT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer promoting workforce diversity. To learn more about commonwealth employment opportunities, please visit: www.employment.pa.gov. To view the current posting for winter CDL equipment operator positions, go to PennDOT Winter CDL Equipment Operator 2024 – 2025 | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com) Around the District: Northern Dauphin County
I’m always glad to spend time in Northern Dauphin County. This week, I was pleased to join Rep. Joe Kerwin for several meetings with local employers. We started off at Koppy’s on the Square and warmed up at Espresso Inspired Coffee Shop. We met the owners of J&M Sales and Kissinger’s Custom Cabinets, then stocked up on our favorites at Crossroads Market & Auction LLC and stopped for lunch at The National Hotel Pillow Page. We wrapped up the day with a tour of the impressive operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific outside of Millersburg. Thanks to everyone for taking time to talk with us with us and share recent successes, challenges they’re facing, opportunities, future business outlooks, and as well as what they expect from government–which is more often than not to “get out of the way!” Our area is fortunate to have such wonderful operations here, serving and contributing to our community. Around the Capitol
The Pennsylvania Regional Ballet visited the Capitol on Monday and treated all in attendance to sneak peek performances of scenes from the Nutcracker! It was an honor to introduce this group of talented, hardworking dancers. Their full production performances will take place 12/6, 12/7, and 12/8. For more info, visit www.prballet.org Happy Thanksgiving!
Nearly 250 years ago, the Second Continental Congress proclaimed a national day of Thanksgiving in honor of the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga. The battle was an important one for our new country. After the Continental Army had been in retreat, the British discovered that despite what they originally thought, the American army would not be easily defeated. In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday on the last Thursday in November. This Thanksgiving, may you be blessed with full tables, full hearts, and the company of loved ones. Because of the Thanksgiving holiday, my office will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29.
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