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Deadline to Apply for Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Extended, Says O’Brien
06/16/2010
Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) would like to let residents know that the deadline to apply for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for 2009 is being extended from June 30 to December 31, 2010.
O’Brien, Boyle Pay Tribute to Fallen Firefighters
05/27/2010
Reps. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) and Brendan Boyle (D-Philadelphia) introduced two resolutions this week in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in honor of firefighters who have lost their lives and their survivors.
New Resource Guide Available for Autism Community
04/27/2010
A free Internet directory that highlights autism-friendly businesses and locations was introduced today by Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia).
New Home Heating Equipment Rebate Program Opens April 21, O’Brien Says
04/12/2010
A new rebate program designed to help consumers save money and energy by making it more affordable to upgrade a home heating system will open April 21, Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) announced today.
O’Brien Invites Families to Attend Healthy Kids Day 2010
04/08/2010
Area residents are invited to participate in the annual Healthy Kids Day hosted by Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) and the Northeast Family YMCA.
O’Brien Urges Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans to Apply for Bonus
03/19/2010
Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) is reminding veterans who served on active duty in the Persian Gulf theater in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm to apply for the Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans’ Bonus.
O’Brien Resolution Declares April as “Autism Awareness Month” in Pennsylvania
03/16/2010
In efforts to help raise awareness of Autism, Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) has authored a resolution, which unanimously passed the House today, designating April 2010 as “Autism Awareness Month” and April 2, 2010, as “World Autism Day” in Pennsylvania.
Mini-Grants Available for Autistic Individuals, Says O’Brien
03/11/2010
The Bureau of Autism of the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare is offering mini-grants to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), announced Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia).
O’Brien Stresses Importance of Census Participation
03/10/2010
U.S. Census forms are being delivered to households across the nation and prompt participation is essential, says Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia).
O’Brien Encourages Residents to Use Road-Damage Hotline to Report Poor Road Conditions
01/14/2010
Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) is encouraging motorists to contact the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to report potholes and other problems with state roads.
Seniors Targeted by Firm Charging Fees to File Property Tax/Rent Rebate Applications, says O'Brien
11/18/2009
Free assistance offered by legislative offices Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) is urging senior citizens to beware of a solicitation from a non-government agency in Harrisburg that claims it will fill out their Property Tax/Rent Rebate forms for a $39 fee.
O'Brien awaits Philadelphian's shuttle launch
11/14/2009
Avoid Nuisance Phones Calls with Do Not Call List, O'Brien Says
11/09/2009
Rep. Dennis O’Brien (R- Philadelphia) is reminding Pennsylvania telephone subscribers today that the state’s Do Not Call list can help deter nuisance calls from telemarketers.
Newly enacted prison law requires parole guidelines
10/01/2009
O'Brien to Host Annual Senior Expo on October 3
09/29/2009
Rep. Dennis M. O’Brien (R-Philadelphia) will hold his annual Senior Expo on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pennypack Community Center, 8724 Crispin Drive in northeast Philadelphia.