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Senator Farnese on the Air with 610 WIP Morning Team on Wednesday February 10, 2010 at 7:30am
Senator Farnese to Discuss “Have a Heart for the Animals” Partnership with the Pennsylvania SPCA

PHILADELPHIA, February 4, 2010 - Senator Lawrence Farnese will join Rhea Hughes, Angelo Cataldi, Al Morganti and the 610WIP Morning Team Wednesday February 10, 2010 at 7:30am to discuss his first annual Valentine’s “Have a Heart for the Animals” partnership with the Pennsylvania SPCA.

Senator Farnese’s partnership will help shelter animals through a warm blanket and clean towel collection drive for the cats, dogs and other animals living at the shelter as they await their forever homes. » Read More

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Senator Farnese to Appear on CBS3/ CW57 “Speak Up” on Sunday February 7, 2010
Senator to Discuss Several Initiatives Including “Have a Heart for the Animals” Blanket Collection

Clean blankets and towels help keep our furry friends comfortable in their kennels PHILADELPHIA, February 4, 2010 - Senator Lawrence Farnese will appear Sunday February 7, 2010 with host Natasha Brown on the CBS 3/CW57 public affairs show “Speak Up.” The 30-minute show airs at 8am on broadcast UHF channel 57.

Senator Farnese will discuss several of his initiatives, including helping shelter animals through a partnership with the Pennsylvania SPCA. Senator Farnese’s first annual Valentine’s “Have a Heart for the Animals” blanket and towel collection drive will benefit shelter animals at the PSPCA. There is a tremendous need for warm blankets and clean towels for the dogs and cats at the shelter, especially during the winter months. The details will be announced at a news conference on Wednesday February 10, 2010 at 11am at Senator Farnese’s District Office, 1802 South Broad St. » Read More

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Haiti Earthquake Assistance Information

Senator Larry Farnese wishes to express his heartfelt condolences to the people of Haiti and to people here who have relatives and friends in Haiti.

Also, it is unfortunate but true that there are some disreputable people who will take advantage of good-hearted people. Please be aware of scams. Click here for reputable information that may be helpful for anyone wishing to help. » Read More

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Farnese Joins Local Advocates, Introduces Mammogram Resolution

Senator Farnese was joined at the news conference by Dr. Gordon F. Schwartz , Leslie Stiles, Dr. Barbara C. Cavanaugh, and Elizabeth Goldfield
Senator Farnese held a news conference to introduce a Senate resolution urging Congress not to follow the recent recommendations of the United States Preventative Services Task Force stating that women in their 40s do not need a mammogram and that self-examinations hold no value. Senator Farnese was joined at the news conference by Dr. Gordon F. Schwartz (Director, Jefferson Breast Care Center), Leslie Stiles (Executive Director, PA Commission for Women and Breast Cancer Survivor), Dr. Barbara C. Cavanaugh (Director of Breast Imaging at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital), and Elizabeth Goldfield (Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Breast Cancer Survivor). » More Pictures
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State Senator Larry Farnese Extends Condolences to Family and Friends of Pennsylvania State Trooper Paul G. Richey

January 14, 2009 - I want to extend my condolences to the family and friends of Pennsylvania State Trooper Paul G. Richey. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

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Sen. Farnese's Statement on the Passage of Senate Bill 711

HARRISBURG, January 7, 2009 - - State Sen. Larry Farnese (D-Phila.) today issued the following statement on the passage of Senate Bill 711 that will allow table games in Pennsylvania casinos:

Senate Bill 711 includes many good reforms such as ending campaign contributions from casino owners and giving voice to casino communities by requiring public hearings when a casino redesigns or relocates,” Farnese said. » Read More

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Clean blankets and towels help keep our furry friends comfortable in their kennels Sen. Farnese's Office Collecting Blankets, Towels for Pennsylvania SPCA

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 28 –State Sen. Larry Farnese’s Philadelphia office is collecting blankets and towels for the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

“Everyone deserves warmth and comfort during these cold winter months, including the animals that currently live at the Pennsylvania SPCA,” Farnese said. “Clean blankets and towels help keep our furry friends comfortable in their kennels, so I encourage everyone to check their closets and donate whatever they can spare.” » Read More » Download Flyer

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Farnese: Philabundance Food Still Available for Hungry

HARRISBURG - - State Senator Larry Farnese (D-Phila.) today reminded hungry Philadelphia families that the emergency food boxes provided by Philabundance are still available at his South Philadelphia district office.

Farnese recently teamed up with Philabundance, a local hunger relief organization, to help feed families who are struggling to put food on the table. » Read More 

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