Fayette County will be part of a new initiative that provides Narcan at no cost to county jails across the state.
During a Wednesday meeting of the Fayette County Prison Board, Sheriff James Custer said the Pennsylvania Sheriffs Association partnered with the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) and Vital Strategies to increase Narcan access for those returning to communities after incarceration.
The sheriffsâ association, under a grant received from Bloomberg Philanthropies and Vital Strategies, will provide outreach, assistance and training to individuals working and placed in county correctional facilities on the use of Narcan for drug overdoses.
Custer, who is president of the sheriffsâ association, said the county prison can place orders, and Narcan will be sent to the prisons at no cost to the counties. He added that, in Fayette County, the supply sent to the prison wonât affect the supply with the Fayette County Drug and Alcohol Commission.
UpdatedThu, Apr 1, 2021 at 3:46 pm ET
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The PA District Attorneys Institute provided professional development and training for prosecutors, law enforcement and victim advocates. (Delaware County District Attorney s Office)
DELAWARE COUNTY, PA Delaware County s top cop has joined a state organization that provided professional development and training for prosecutors, law enforcement and victim advocates.
The Pennsylvania District Attorneys Institute (PDAI) recently announced that Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer was elected to fill a vacancy on its board of directors.
The PDAI is the educational and training arm of the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association,
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Stollsteimer was sworn into office in 2020. He has focused his first term not only on investigating and prosecuting crime, but also supporting initiatives to reduce crime, supporting sensible alternatives to incarceration when appropriate, collaborating with other agencies to bring a
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BELLEFONTE As residents of Centre County continue to get the COVID-19 vaccine, Centre County government is doing its part to help.
At Tuesday’s Centre County commissioners’ meeting, residents were reminded that rides to COVID-19 vaccination appointments are available, free of charge.
“Similarly to how you would call and ask for a ride to a medical appointment … it’s the same process,” said Centre County administrator Margaret Gray.
The county will be providing door-to-door service. The Centre County Office of Transportation has a total of 15 handicap-accessible vans for use.
“We’re excited for the opportunity to help out those who may not have a funding source for transportation,” said director David Lomison. “Centre County Government and the Board of Commissioners have agreed to provide trips for vaccinations at no cost.”
WASHINGTON The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency has awarded a grant to Mifflin County.
A grant in the amount of $85,838 will be administered to Mifflin County for the purchase of body-worn cameras to outfit local law enforcement, Rep. Fred Keller, R-Selinsgrove, said in a press release Tuesday.
“Nothing is more important than ensuring the safety and security of residents in Pennsylvania’s 12th District,” Keller said. “I am grateful to the PCCD for its support of our local communities and am confident that the funds awarded will be put to good use in protecting the hardworking people who call our district home.”
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The state Commission on Crime and Delinquency will provide a Chester County Jewish congregation funds to improve security. (Shutterstock)
WEST CHESTER, PA The state Commission on Crime and Delinquency will provide a Chester County Jewish congregation funds to improve security.
State Rep. Christina Sappey (D-158th), some of whose constituents attend Kesher Israel Congregation said, Unfortunately, this state is no stranger to hate crimes and religious violence. We have to give these places of worship every line of defense they need to feel safe and secure during their time of prayer.
State Rep. Dianne Herrin (D-156th) announced this week that $23,000 in Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency grants has been approved for Kesher Israel Congregation of Chester County from the Nonprofit Security Grant Fund Program.