Shaler Democratic Committee

How Pittsburgh-area governments partner — or don’t — with ICE High-profile immigration arrests have sparked fights in local borough councils over the relationship between between local and federal law enforcement. We explain how these agreements work.

A primer on local government and #ICE in southwestern PA

Once again, we have scholarship funds for Shaler Area seniors! We have $1,000 scholarships for three Shaler Area students going to college or into a vocational/skilled trade. One award reserved for a qualified vocational student. Deadline March 27. Apply at www.democratsforshaler.com/scholarship

Parks & Rec Master Plan Final Report • Shaler Township, PA

Pour yourself a cup of coffee and read through this #Shaler Township Parks & Recreation Master Plan Final Report to see what a future #Shaler could look like. Then use the comment tool to make your opinions heard. Your voice matters!

Our @reppowell.com reminds college students that the PA House Fellowship Program is accepting applications by March 2 from eligible Pennsylvania college students for the Summer 2026 semester. Work in committees or leadership offices at the state Capitol; receive compensation and college credit!

On #Presidents Day, read about our first president when in our backyards. "Though he did not capture Fort Duquesne in 1754, the young George Washington left the woods of Pennsylvania with a far more valuable prize: the tempered, resilient spirit of a leader who had learned from his mistakes." Hmmm.

Love is an action, and voting is one of them. 🗳️💗 House Districts 22, 42, 79 & 193, this one’s for you. Make a plan to vote in your special elections. #PAspecialelections

Pennsylvania Housing Action Plan Building Housing Opportunity Across the Commonwealth Housing is a core driver of economic competitiveness, workforce attraction and retention, public health, and community vitality. The Pennsylvania H...

Housing determines whether families can stay rooted in their communities or get priced out.

Thank you to Governor @joshshapiropa.bsky.social for putting forward a serious, urgent plan to tackle our housing shortage head-on.

Let's to work.

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Shapiro admin tells ICE to drop plans for PA detention centers ICE detention centers planned for Berks and Schuylkill Counties would burden residents and possibly violate state legal requirements, officials say.

The #Pennsylvania #Governor #Shapiro administration @governor.pa.gov is warning federal officials it will not issue required state permits for two planned immigration detention centers if initial reporting about the facilities is accurate.

Question of sidewalks on Shaler’s Mt. Royal Boulevard sparks discussion of what township is, could become A recent discussion about sidewalks on Mt. Royal Boulevard among Shaler residents and township officials brought up a range of issues such as weighing the public good against imposing on property owne...

Can Shaler become a walking community? Latest discussion spurs opinions.

Wanna get involved? --> Check out tonight's Walk Bike Shaler General Meeting TONIGHT@ 7PM | Shaler North Hills Library (2nd fl)

Can't make it today? They meet on the 2nd Monday of every month.

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‘People feel for this family': Officials respond to Oakmont ICE arrest ICE has remained tight-lipped about the reasons they took Jose Flores into custody last Thursday. His family has said he has a valid asylum claim and work permit.

The recent arrest of an immigrant from Nicaragua living in Oakmont is generating confusion from neighbors and blowback from local elected officials. They’re seeking clarity about the situation from ICE, but say the agency lacks transparency and has been largely unresponsive to their questions.

Scoop: Deluzio presses ICE after Oakmont arrest U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio is pressing ICE after federal agents detained an Oakmont man last week.

Federal ICE detained a legally permitted #Oakmont (#Allegheny County) man last week. Our Congressman Chris Deluzio @deluzio.house.gov is asking questions. #Oakmont Council will take up its role with federal #ICE at its meeting on Feb. 17.

State Rep. Valerie Gaydos (R-Allegheny) said "good riddance" after President Donald Trump's administration removed signs that teach slavery at the President's House on Independence Mall.

Story below:

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@reppowell.com is right on the money here! We cannot assume the federal government will protect us, especially when it comes to reproductive health & anything adjacent to it.
PA needs to get on board to protect ALL its residents.
Attn, @shalerdemcommittee.bsky.social

Local congresspeople Rep. Summer Lee @summerlee.bsky.social and Rep. Chris Deluzio @deluzio.house.gov say Congress should impeach and remove Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem from office.

Thank you, President Obama @barackobama.bsky.social for reminding us that all of us must “never stop working towards a better future.” #MartinLutherKingJr #MLKDay

Referencing Martin Luther King Jr., #WashingtonPost Book Club Editor @roncharles.bsky.social shares “The Handbook for Constitutional Observers,” published by Immigrant Defense Network & COPAL MN. A constitutional observer can document law enforcement interactions & inform people about their rights.

Lissa Geiger Shulman sworn into Allegheny County Council

Congratulations to Lissa Geiger #Shulman, sworn into #Allegheny County Council. She’s “getting to work on the priorities I campaigned on - delivering for children & families, addressing public safety issues, funding first responders, supporting small businesses, & protecting clean air and water.”

Josh Fleitman is sworn in as commissioner for Shaler Township

Congratulations to Josh Fleitman, sworn in tonight as Commissioner in #Shaler Township! He says, “I’m honored to have this chance to serve, and will uphold the public trust, work hard, and serve Shaler Township with integrity in office. Let’s get to work to build an even #BetterShalerTogether.”

Join the Movement for Redistricting Reform | Fair Districts PA Fair Districts PA is a nonpartisan citizens group working to stop gerrymandering. Help us create a transparent and fair redistricting process in Pennsylvania.

Start 2026 by signing up for the @fairdistrictspa.bsky.social zoom call on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 7 pm to learn more about Pennsylvania’s Redistricting, Gerrymandering, and the Right to Reform Our Government.

Sending heartfelt Kwanzaa wishes for peace, joy, and togetherness. May the celebration of heritage and unity carry forward throughout the new year. 🖤❤️💚

Allegheny County gets federal grant for early intervention on Alzheimer’s, dementia With a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, health officials will promote strategies to reduce dementia risk and slow the disease’s progression, like healthy diet and exercise.

More than 1/4 of #Allegheny County residents are over age 60. With a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, @alleghenycounty.bsky.social county health officials will promote strategies to reduce dementia risk and slow the disease’s progression, like healthy diet and exercise.

May the lights of the menorah bring peace, happiness, and warmth to your home this Hanukkah. 🕯️💙 #HanukkahBlessings #LightAndLove

Red Wine and Blue - Channeling the Power of Suburban Women We are a sisterhood working to change the world together, one suburb at a time. Red Wine & Blue provides everything women need to successfully organize in their communities and beyond.

Take an hour to join @redwineblueusa.bsky.social on Monday, Dec 8 to celebrate victories, plan to push back against extremism, strengthen our communities, and build the future we want to live in. Join Oliver Troung from Lead PA & Deb Ciamacca, who will share what it looks like to run for office.

SPRING INTERNSHIP! Our state senator Lindsey Williams has a great opportunity for civically engaged college juniors or seniors in her district office (5000 McKnight Rd). Part-time, Jan-May, $15 per hour. Apply BEFORE Dec. 12 by using this online form!

‘Ghost projects’ haunt power grid planners, taxpayers (The Center Square) – As the country braces for a surge in electricity demand driven by large energy users like data centers, two questions lie at the center of the debate over the grid’s future: can ...

Williamsport Sun/The Center Square: ‘Ghost’ A.I. Data Center Projects Haunt Power Grid Planners, Taxpayers www.sungazette.com/news/busines...

A joint statement from me, @slotkin.senate.gov, Sen, Mark Kelly, @crow.house.gov, @goodlander.house.gov, and @houlahan.house.gov.

Take a minute and hear our own Rep. #Deluzio show the nation and the world what leadership and morality look like. Thank you @deluzio.house.gov for advising your military peers during these dangerous times, and for standing up to protect the #constitution and our #democracy.

Rep. Rob Bresnahan sold stock in several Medicaid providers before voting for cuts The Pennsylvania Republican is one of several members who have come under scrutiny for stock trading as Congress eyes a potential ban.

This seems important to know about one of Pennsylvania’s congressmen.

YouTube video by The Daily Show Rep. Chris Deluzio & Rep. Pat Ryan on Stronger Dem Leadership & Supporting Veterans | The Daily Show

Did you watch our very own congressman, Chris #Deluzio @deluzio.house.gov with Jon Stewart on @thedailyshow.com on Veterans Day Eve? Treat yourself to 20 minutes of his courage and leadership. “When in charge, take charge,” say the two congressmen on the #House #ArmedServices Committee.

We are so grateful for our veterans! Thank you for your service! #VeteransDay