Apr. 27, 2023 /
The Belle Vernon Area Football Team was recognized for winning the 2022 PIAA Class AAA Championship in Harrisburg Wednesday. Players and coaches had an opportunity to meet Pennsylvania State Reps. Eric Davanzo and Ryan Warner, as well as Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward. The Leopards beat Neumann-Goretti 9-8 in December to win the school’s first PIAA football championship.
Apr. 12, 2023 /
![Davanzo’s Senior Expo Slated for Next Week]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) is inviting area seniors, their families and caregivers to attend his Senior Expo on Thursday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rostraver Central Volunteer Fire Department, located at 1100 Fells Church Road in Rostraver.
Jan. 19, 2023 /
![Westmoreland Delegation Lauds Broadband Plan]()
WESTMORELAND – At a press conference hosted by Westmoreland County officials, plans to bring internet connectivity to unserved communities were heralded by Westmoreland House members.
Jan. 11, 2023 /
![Davanzo to Offer District Services in Scottdale]()
WESTMORELAND – In response to mapping changes to the 58th Legislative District, Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) announced that a member of his staff will be available weekly at the Scottdale Public Library every Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., beginning Jan. 18.
Oct. 19, 2022 /
![Davanzo Confirms West Newton Borough to Receive $714,000 PENNVEST Loan]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) announced today that West Newton Borough was awarded a $714,000 Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) low-interest loan to address sewer backups in basements of customers in the service area.
Aug. 31, 2022 /
![Davanzo Co-Hosts Hearing on Preserving PA Emergency Services in Southwestern PA]()
SMITHTON, WESTMORELAND COUNTY – With the goal of boosting recruitment, improving training and retaining emergency responders in Pennsylvania, Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) brought emergency personnel professionals together to testify before the House Majority Policy Committee.
Aug. 29, 2022 /
![Davanzo to Host Hearing on Preserving PA Emergency Services]()
WHAT: Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) will host the House Majority Policy Committee for a hearing on recruiting, training and retaining emergency responders in Pennsylvania.
Aug. 11, 2022 /
The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall and The 9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial have arrived in Smithton, PA. Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) led the opening ceremonies on Thursday, Aug. 11.
Aug. 11, 2022 /
![Davanzo to Host Paper Shredding Event]()
WESTMORELAND COUNTY – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) is hosting a free shred event for Westmoreland County constituents through Tuesday, Aug. 23. Residents may bring their material to be shredded to Davanzo’s District Office, located at 119 N. Water St., West Newton, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Aug. 09, 2022 /
![Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall and 9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial Coming to Westmoreland County]()
WHAT: The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall and The 9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial, hosted by Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) and Bikers Helping Others (BHO), will be set up for public viewing.
Aug. 02, 2022 /
![Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall and 9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial Coming to Westmoreland County]()
WESTMORELAND COUNTY – The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall and The 9/11 Remembered Traveling Memorial will be set up in Smithton next week, Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) announced.
Jun. 24, 2022 /
![John Michael Beyrand to be Honored with Highway Dedication Event]()
WESTMORELAND COUNTY – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) will host a highway dedication event for John Michael Beyrand this Sunday, June 26. The event will take place at noon at the Wyano VFW, located at 2210 1st St., Wyano.
Apr. 11, 2022 /
![Davanzo to Host Senior Expo]()
WESTMORELAND COUNTY – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) will host a Senior Expo for District 58 residents of Westmoreland County.
Jan. 26, 2022 /
![Westmoreland Health Care Workers to Benefit from Funding, Lawmakers Say]()
HARRISBURG – Legislation agreed to by both chambers in the General Assembly will provide federal funding to support health care staff in Westmoreland County and throughout Pennsylvania. Overall, seven facilities countywide will receive nearly $2 million to recruit and retain staff, according to lawmakers representing the county in the state House.
Sep. 27, 2021 /
![Davanzo Sponsors Legislation to Ensure Fair Royalties Between Natural Gas Companies and Landowners]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) has sponsored legislation that would define what natural gas companies can and cannot deduct from landowners. Pennsylvania currently has a Guaranteed Minimum Royalty Act, enacted in 1979, that stipulates that natural gas companies must pay landowners at least one-eighth of the value of the gas harvested from their property. However, industry standards and lack of clarity in the law has led to some landowners receiving less than a one-eighth royalty payment. House Bill 1763 would clarify how royalty payments are calculated.
Sep. 14, 2021 /
![Warner, Davanzo to Host Community Shredding Event]()
HARRISBURG – Working to help residents safeguard their identities, Reps. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) and Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) are hosting a Community Shredding Event on Saturday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Southmoreland Elementary/Middle School parking lot, 100 Scottie Way, Scottdale.
Jul. 14, 2021 /
![Davanzo To Host Human Trafficking Seminar]()
HARRISBURG –Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) will host a human trafficking seminar on Wednesday, July 28, at 6 p.m. Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Jennifer Kosakevitch will provide information on the signs of human trafficking and how to protect oneself and others. The event will be held at Turkeytown Firehall, located at 90 Supervisors Drive, West Newton.
May. 26, 2021 /
![Davanzo’s Bill to Protect Religious Liberty Advances to the Senate]()
HARRISBURG – The House of Representatives has passed legislation authored by Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland). House Bill 996 would protect the religious liberty of residents in Pennsylvania’s long-term care facilities.
Apr. 21, 2021 /
![Davanzo Announces CFA Grant for Sewickley Township]()
WESTMORELAND COUNTY – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) announced that Sewickley Township in Westmoreland County received a Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) grant in the amount of $158,900. The money will be used to make improvements to Crabapple Lake Park.
Jan. 13, 2021 /
![Davanzo Appointed to Four Committees]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Eric Davanzo (R-Westmoreland) was appointed to four House committees for the 2021-22 Legislative Session. His committee assignments are Aging and Older Adult Services, Game and Fisheries, Gaming Oversight, and Labor and Industry.