Press Releases

Heffley to Hold Town Hall Meeting June 15

Jun. 12, 2017 /

JIM THORPE – To share updates on legislative issues, the state budget and local concerns, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) will be holding a town hall meeting on Thursday, June 15, at Whispering Pines, Penn Forest Fire Co. No. 1, Route 903, Jim Thorpe, at 5:30 p.m.

Pennsylvania Granted Grace Period for REAL ID Compliance, Says Heffley

Jun. 07, 2017 /

HARRISBURG – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended Pennsylvania’s REAL ID enforcement grace period through July 10, 2017, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) said today.

Protecting and Preserving Pennsylvania’s Parks - Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon)

May. 26, 2017 /

As summer kicks off, many Pennsylvania families are making plans to visit one of our state’s beautiful parks. Thousands of acres are managed by the Commonwealth for the enjoyment of all residents. However, numerous parks across the Commonwealth, like Beltzville State Park in Carbon County, are struggling to keep up with increased financial demands that come with heightened attendance.

Heffley, Fish and Boat Commission to Offer Basic Boating Courses

Apr. 18, 2017 /

LEHIGHTON – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) along with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, will offer a two-night basic boating safety course on Monday, April 24, and Wednesday, April 26, from 6-10 p.m. at Beltzville State Park’s Environmental Education and Interpretation Center, 2950 Pohopoco Drive, Lehighton. A second course will be offered on Saturday, April 29, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lake Harmony Fire Company, 257 Lake Harmony Road, Lake Harmony.

Tax-Free Savings Accounts for People with Disabilities Now Available, Says Heffley

Apr. 11, 2017 /

HARRISBURG – Tax-free savings accounts aimed at helping people with disabilities save money for future care and services are now available through the Pennsylvania Treasury, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) announced today.

Yudichak and Heffley Announce Over $800,000 in Funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority

Mar. 29, 2017 /

JIM THORPE– State Senator John Yudichak (D-Luzerne/Carbon) and State Representative Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) announced today that a total of seven Carbon County projects will receive $816,070 in funding from the Commonwealth Financing Authority.

Applications Available for DCNR Rural Fire Assistance Grants, Says Heffley

Mar. 27, 2017 /

HARRISBURG – Applications are now available for federal grants to help Pennsylvania’s rural communities better guard against the threat of fires in forested, undeveloped and unprotected areas, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) announced today.

Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Expo Set for March 25, Says Heffley

Mar. 21, 2017 /

LEHIGHTON – In an effort to promote the many outdoor recreational activities available to Carbon County residents, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) will host a Sportsmen’s and Outdoor Expo on Saturday, March 25, from 2-5 p.m. at Penn Forest Township Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1, in Jim Thorpe.

Heffley’s Offices Closed Due to Weather

Mar. 13, 2017 /

LEHIGHTON – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) announced the following office closure due to the upcoming snowstorm:

Heffley to Offer Gypsy Moth and Invasive Species Seminar

Feb. 21, 2017 /

LEHIGHTON – To provide information to area residents about invasive insect species, Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) will be offering a seminar led by a service forester for the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) on Tuesday, March 7, at 6:30 p.m. at his Lehighton district office, 110 North 3rd St., Lehighton.