Journal

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A practical guide to a Pennsylvania home addition permitPennsylvania’s process for obtaining a building permit for a home addition begins with the municipality where the property sits. The Uniform Construction Code…
Pennsylvania Low-Income Home Energy Assistance ProgramPennsylvania’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households pay part of their home heating bill. It is administered by the…
Reporting a Stray or Injured Animal to Pennsylvania's Game CommissionWhen you spot a limping deer at the edge of a rural road or a hawk sitting still in a fence row, the first instinct is to help, but knowing exactly who to ring…
A practical guide to leasing and registering a vehicle in PennsylvaniaFor Australians planning an extended stay in Pennsylvania, sorting out a car can feel like stepping into a different kind of paperwork than the rego system…
Pennsylvania parks passport free entry guide for travellersPennsylvania offers more than 120 state parks across rolling hills and river valleys, and many Australians planning a United States trip overlook how…
How to appeal a Pennsylvania county property assessmentA county property assessment is the value assigned to real estate for calculating local property taxes. In Pennsylvania, that figure is separate from the tax…
Applying for Pennsylvania Grants to Fund Community CleanupsCommunity cleanups can remove illegal dumping, abandoned rubbish and hazardous waste while making neighbourhoods safer and more attractive. In Pennsylvania, a…
Local small business resources in Pennsylvania’s 187th DistrictSmall businesses are central to the 187th Legislative District, from family-run shops and professional practices to contractors, manufacturers and service…
Steps to renew a Pennsylvania notary public commissionRenewing a Pennsylvania notary public commission requires advance planning, an approved education course and accurate state paperwork. The commission generally…
How To Use Pennsylvania’s Driver License Center SchedulerPennsylvania’s online appointment scheduler helps drivers reserve a time at a Driver License Center instead of relying on a walk-in visit. It can be useful for…