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Lawmakers: EMS, firefighters challenge worsened by OSHA proposal

Already facing significant challenges, emergency service organizations such as fire and EMS departments could face tougher operations and recruitment if the Department of Labor finalizes a new OSHA... Read More.

Potential $30M boost for fire, EMS may not be enough

Wednesday, June 12 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) — Gov. Josh Shapiro has proposed another $30 million to boost fire companies and emergency medical services, but legislators are concerned about how state leaders... Read More.

Pickett: New law boosts reimbursement rates for EMS companies in Pennsylvania

Thursday, October 26 by Pat McDonald

HARRISBURG -- Legislation that provides higher reimbursement rates for emergency medical services (EMS) providers in Pennsylvania, supported by Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming), was signed into law by Gov. Josh Shapiro this week.“EMS companies in the Northern Tier have been in crisis and are struggling... Read More.

Fisherman rescued by Owego and Apalachin EMS from Susquehanna River

Wednesday, June 22 by Bill Moyer

On 06/22/22, about 7:16 AM, Village of Owego Police were dispatched to Front St. at Church St. on the Riverwalk to Aid Owego EMS for a male that fell on the river rocks into the river. While en-route, Tioga County Sheriff’s Office dispatch advised... Read More.

Mayor Baratta: Owego EMS Department to Start Billing

Wednesday, July 17 by Bill Moyer

NEWS RELEASE FROM OWEGO MAYOR MICHAEL BARATTA: Starting soon, Squad calls, other than to the Town of Tioga contract area, will have a price tag. The Village Board has reluctantly taken the steps needed to bill for EMS Department transport to a hospital. These... Read More.