📢 Please join me, Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, State Rep. Jenn O’Mara, and Councilwoman Elaine Paul Schaefer on Oct 15, 8–10AM @ Springfield Country Club to discussion Delco transportation funding, infrastructure needs, and policy decisions. ➡️ Register: tinyurl.com/DCTMA-Transp...

Congratulations to Surrey Services for Seniors on opening their new center in Middletown Township this past week. It’s a great addition for older adults here in Delco. Thank you to Surrey for the work you do every day for our older residents.

🚦Last night, my office joined State Rep. Leanne Krueger & the office of State Rep. David Delloso in Ridley Township to highlight $400K for upgraded traffic signals at Fairview & Jefferson. 👏 Thank you to the family of Damien Hocker for your advocacy & to the Ridley Township Board of Commissioners.

📢 Rep. Lisa Borowski and I are joining forces to make it easier for seniors to get— or renew —their SEPTA Senior Key Card. 🗺️ Newtown Public Library, 201 Bishop Hollow Rd, in Newtown Square 📆 Mon., Sep. 28, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ☎️ Call (610) 544‑6120 to register. New cards arrive within ~2 weeks.

📢 Excited to announce over $4.1M in new Victim of Crimes Act (VOCA) grants supporting victim services across the 26th District—expanding crisis counseling, child advocacy, elder abuse prevention, and legal assistance for families in need. 📅 More info at: Tinyurl.com/PCCD-2026

👏 Nice work, Marple! Kudos to the Township of Marple for getting ahead of the data center issue with a smart zoning ordinance 📜 that sets real guardrails for future data center applications. 📰 Read the Delaware County Daily Times article at www.delcotimes.com/2026/09/23/m...

⚡🚗 Curious about EVs but haven’t had the inside scoop from those familiar with driving electric? Tomorrow night (Wed, Sep 23, 5–9PM), the Electric Vehicle Showcase brings 15 models to State & Jackson Streets for Dining Under the Stars. Stop by, dine al fresco & learn about EVs.

📍 Media Fellowship House is hosting Episcopal Legal Aid for a free* workshop on will drafting, medical powers of attorney, and advance directives — w/ Q&As & individual consultations. 📅 302 S. Jackson St., Media ☎️ (610) 565‑0434 🔗 Register: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket... *Income limits may apply.

🗺️ On Wed. Sep. 23, 10AM–12PM, our mobile office will be at the Swarthmore Public Library. SEPTA Senior passes, PTRR assistance, PennDOT concerns, disability parking placards & general help. Or just say hello! 🏫 Swarthmore Public Library 📍 121 Park Ave., Swarthmore 🕰️ Wed., Sep. 23, 10AM-12PM

✂️ Great to join Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic for a ribbon cutting for its new primary care practice at 905 W. Sproul Road in Springfield, bringing expanded primary, general, breast, and vascular surgery services for Delaware County residents. 👏 Encouraging to see investment in local healthcare.

🕯️ Yom Kippur starts this evening at sundown. Wishing all who observe a day marked by reflection, grounding, and steady renewal. G’mar Chatima Tova.

💉 Free Flu Clinic — Friday, Sep 25 I’m partnering w/ State Rep. Jenn O’Mara and the Delaware County Health Department to host a Free Flu Clinic on Friday, Sep. 25, 12-4PM, at the Media Community Center. ☎️ To pre‑register, call my office at (610) 544-6120. Walk‑ins welcome. No insurance required.

📣 There are some wonderful community events happening across the 26th District this weekend—all just a stone’s throw from my district offices in Media and Upper Darby. If you’re out and about, I hope you enjoy the music, food, games, neighbors, and small businesses that make our community special.

📣 Great news... Nearly $7M in CFA/LSA grants will be funding 20 projects here in the 26th Senate District—strengthening healthcare, improving education and library facilities, upgrading recreational spaces, and investing in critical local infrastructure. ➡️ More at: Tinyurl.com/LSAGrants2026

❤️‍🩹 This week I was happy to meet with local One Pennsylvania members to discuss our communities’ healthcare needs after Crozer’s collapse and the urgent need for nearby ERs and Medicare For All. ✊ We cannot accept a system that costs the most and still denies care to so many.

🌎 Upper Darby’s 9th Annual International Festival is this Saturday, September 19! Celebrate the many cultures that make Upper Darby “The World in One Place” with international food, artisan vendors, cultural performances and more. My office will be participating — be sure to stop by and say hello!

📜 I commend Upper Darby Township Council for passing Ordinance 2026‑12 last night, which prohibits the Township from using local police, staff, or resources to support civil ICE enforcement. ▶️ Remarks in support of Ordinance 2026-12: Tinyurl.com/ICE-Ordinance

👏 Congratulations to DCIU on the Marple Education Center expansion! ✂️ The ribbon cutting and tour highlighted DCIU’s long‑term commitment to students. 🏫 The upgraded spaces support young children, students with specialized needs, and adults pursuing careers in health care.

♻️ I’m partnering with Rep. Jenn O’Mara to host our fall Shredding, E‑Waste & Drug Take Back Event at the Springfield Mall on Oct. 17, 8–11AM. ✂️ Bring sensitive documents for secure shredding. 💊 A Drug Take Back Van will collect unwanted prescriptions. 💻 Call (610) 544‑6120 to register for e‑waste.

📢 I am hosting a series of Zoom-based Medicare presentations designed to help residents understand Medigap, Medicare updates, what supplemental plans cover, and how to compare plans. 💻 Medigap/Supplemental Plans 📅 Sep 16, 6:30–7:30PM ➡️ Register: TinyURL.com/MediGap-Supp-2026

📢 Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! Visit vote.pa.gov/register to register to vote, and check your voter status at vote.pa.gov/status ✅ Oct 19: Deadline to register to vote ✅ Oct 27: Deadline to request mail-in ballot ✅ Nov 3: Election Day (7AM-8PM)

✂️Excited to join the YMCA of Eastern Delaware County for a ribbon cutting for its Early Learning Center @ DCCC’s Southeast Campus—a modern, play-based space supporting young learners. 🅨🅜🅒🅐 Proud that my office, with State Reps Curry, O’Mara, and Boyd, delivered $350K in state support.

📢 I’m hosting a SEPTA Senior ID event this Wednesday to help seniors apply for — or renew — their SEPTA Senior Key Card. Staff will be on site to walk you through the easy application process. 🗓️ Wed., Sep. 16, 11AM–1PM 📍 Marple Public Library, 2599 S. Sproul Rd, Broomall ☎️ Register: (610) 544‑6120

📣 Last week, our 7th annual Senior Expo—co‑hosted with Rep. Heather Boyd and Rep. Gina H. Curry—welcomed more than 600 attendees, making it our most successful Expo yet, with 70+ vendors connecting seniors and caregivers with programs and services. Thanks to everyone who joined us—see you next year!

🇺🇸 I was honored to join first responders, firefighters, law enforcement, Veterans, and local leaders in solemn observance of the 25th anniversary of September 11, to remember the lives lost, the heroes who stepped forward, and the unity that carried us through on that dark day in 2001. 🇺🇸

📢 Final reminder! Our Senior Expo is happening tomorrow, Thurs., Sep. 10—at 9AM at the Drexelbrook! Rep. Heather Boyd, Rep. Gina H. Curry and I are excited to welcome seniors, families, and caregivers. 70+ vendors! 📅 Thurs., Sep. 10, 9AM-12PM 📍 The Drexelbrook, 4700 Drexelbrook Dr in Drexel Hill

📢 Today, Wed. Sep. 9, 11AM–1PM, our mobile office will be open at the Ridley Township Public Library. SEPTA Senior passes, PTRR assistance, disability parking placards, and more. 🏫 Ridley Township Public Library 📍 100 E MacDade Blvd, Folsom, PA 19033 🕰️ Wed., Sept. 9, 11AM–1PM Please stop by!

📢 Yesterday’s Tri‑State Labor Day Parade brought a strong show of solidarity as I and other members of the Delaware County community joined union members, elected officials, and community leaders from across the region to stand with the workers who keep our communities running! ✊🏽 ✊🏼 ✊🏾

📢 ☎️ 988 Day is September 8—a national moment to highlight the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. 988 is free & confidential. Call, text, or chat online any time—day or night—whether facing emotional distress, anxiety, grief, substance use concerns, thoughts of suicide, or simply need someone to listen.

🔨 Happy Labor Day! Today is a day of BBQs and family get‑togethers, the unofficial end of summer — but more importantly, it’s a day to recognize those who keep our communities running. 🇺🇸 Whether you’re off today or on the job, thank you for helping make Delco a great place to live.