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A Unique Way to Serve Our Nation’s Troops

A Unique Way to Serve Our Nation’s Troops - 5:57

What started out as a volunteer organization in 2004 by a Pennsylvania resident is now a nationwide one that serves our troops and veterans in a unique way, according to Monica Orluk, CEO and Executive Director for Operation Troop Appreciation. Sheila Hyland hosts from Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. operationtroopappreciation.org

Voters in PA Have No Excuse Getting to Polls

Voters in PA Have No Excuse Getting to Polls - 6:40

A new law in Pennsylvania gives voters the opportunity to cast their ballot by mail and should mean no more excuses to get to the polls. PA State Senator Wayne Fontana (D) District 42 talks with host Sheila Hyland at Alloy 26 at Nova Place. senatorfontana.com

Helping National Guard Members to Afford Tuition

Helping National Guard Members to Afford Tuition - 5:19

PA State Senator Lindsey Williams, District 38, discusses a first-of-its-kind law that helps pay tuition for Pennsylvania National Guard members. Sheila Hyland hosts from Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. senatorlindseywilliams.com

The Benefits of Mentoring for the Big and Little

The Benefits of Mentoring for the Big and Little - 5:29

The benefits of mentoring applies to both in the mentoring relationship, according to Jan Glick, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, for those lucky enough to not be on the waiting list of 250. Sheila Hyland hosts from Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. bbbspgh.org

Library Brings World to Life for Blind and Physically Handicapped

Library Brings World to Life for Blind and Physically Handicapped - 6:36

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped uses technology and volunteerism to help others who cannot see or easily turn pages in a book. Mark Lee, Library Services Administrator for the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped talks with Sheila Hyland at Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. carnegielibrary.org/lbph

Safe Drinking Water a Focus in Pittsburgh

Safe Drinking Water a Focus in Pittsburgh - 7:16

The Flint, Michigan water crisis had an effect on city water systems across the country, including in PA. Pittsburgh City Councilperson Erika Strassburger discusses safe drinking water, environmental issues and other challenges facing residents is Pittsburgh District 8. Sheila Hyland hosts from Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. pittsburghpa.gov/council

Quality After School Programs Making A Difference

Quality After School Programs Making A Difference - 5:23

Studies that show children and teens benefit in quality after-school programs is discussed with Caitlin McNulty, Founder and Executive Director of Brookline Teen Outreach. Sheila Hyland hosts from Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. brooklineteenoutreach.org

Veteran Shark Tank

Veteran Shark Tank - 5:26

Alex Archawski, Founder of Veteran Shark Tank, talks about a national competition giving veterans an opportunity to pitch ideas for products and services. Recorded November 15, 2019.

Philly Counts 2020

Philly Counts 2020 - 5:05

Olivia Baackes, Director of Corporate and Philanthropic Engagement for Philly Counts 2020 explains why accurate census data is vital to ensure proper federal funding and representation for the city of Philadelphia. Recorded November 15, 2019.

Exploring a Ban on Fracking in PA

Exploring a Ban on Fracking in PA - 4:09

Pennsylvania State Senator Daylin Leach discusses the possibility of a total ban on fracking in the state. Recorded October 11, 2019.

Easing Student Loan Debt in PA

Easing Student Loan Debt in PA - 4:12

Pennsylvania State Representative Jennifer O'Mara talks about taking steps to ease the student loan debt burden for residents of the state. Recorded October 11, 2019.

Deana's Law Mandating Alcohol Monitoring Devices

Deana's Law Mandating Alcohol Monitoring Devices - 4:02

Pennsylvania State Senator Tom Killion talks about Deana's Law named for a woman who was killed by an individual guilty of driving under the influence for the sixth time. The law will mandate the use of continuous alcohol monitoring devices for repeat DUI offenders. Recorded October 11, 2019.

Community Solar for Everyone

Community Solar for Everyone - 3:50

Pennsylvania State Representative Chris Quinn talks about legislation that would create a market for everyone to be able to access solar energy. Recorded October 11, 2019.

Helping Veterans with Operation Homefront

Helping Veterans with Operation Homefront - 3:46

Peter Stinson, Senior Director for Operation Homefront, talks about providing financial assistance and family support programs to veterans and their families. Recorded November 8, 2019.

Preventing Animal Neglect

Preventing Animal Neglect - 4:43

Kristen Tullo, Pennsylvania State Director for The Humane Society of the United States, talks about incidents of large-scale animal neglect. Recorded November 8, 2019.

Puppy Mill Legislation

Puppy Mill Legislation - 4:42

Kristen Tullo, Pennsylvania State Director for The Humane Society of the United States, explains legislation that provides protection to animals in PA. Victoria's Law will prevent puppy mill cruelty and will stop the sale of puppy mill animals at pet stores. Recorded November 8, 2019.

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