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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles to Hold Satellite Office Hours in Maidencreek Township]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9489]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) will hold satellite office hours at the Maidencreek Township Building, 1 Quarry Road in Blandon from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:37:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Grant Applications Now Available, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9437]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Along with Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Ed Mann, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) invites volunteer fire companies and ambulance services throughout Pennsylvania to submit an application for the Fiscal Year 2010 Volunteer Fire Company, Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program (VFCVASGP).]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Warns Residents to be Wary of Home Improvement Scams]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9390]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (Berks/Schuylkill) is reminding local residents to be cautious when hiring a contractor to perform repairs and renovations to their homes.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20:39:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Blasts Rendell’s Spending Priorities]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9358]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today questioned Gov. Ed Rendell’s priorities after it was reported that the governor is committed to spending $20 million for a minor league baseball stadium in Lackawanna County.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:29:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Statement on House Budget Vote]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9236]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today issued the following statement regarding his vote on House Bill 2279, the budget for fiscal year 2010-11 which passed the House today:]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:19:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Hosts Economic Forum]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9217]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[With the state and national economies still struggling to recover from the worst economic recession in generations, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) recently hosted a forum with local businesspeople to discuss economic issues including improving the local  job climate and what role state government should play in helping employers recover.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:29:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Deadline to Apply for Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Extended, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=9075]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R- Berks/Schuylkill) 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.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2010 21:17:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles to Hold Satellite Office Hours Around the 124th District]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8991]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[In an effort to make sure residents in every area of 124th Legislative District have access to the services his office can provide, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today announced that he will hold office hours in a number of communities around the district.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pennsylvania Fairs Guides Now Available, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8983]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R- Berks/Schuylkill) is encouraging residents to obtain a free copy of the 2010 Pennsylvania Fair Guide, which is now available at his district office.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 20:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Tax Amnesty Program to Begin April 26, Knowles Says]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8776]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) would like to inform delinquent taxpayers in Pennsylvania that they will soon be able to pay their back taxes without heavy penalties through the Pennsylvania Tax Amnesty Program.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:02:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Home Heating Equipment Rebate Program Opens April 21, Knowles Says]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8644]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[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. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced today.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Praises Decision to Reject I-80 Tolling]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8636]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today praised a decision by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to reject an application to toll Interstate 80 in Pennsylvania, calling the decision a victory for Pennsylvania residents and businesses.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 22:11:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Extended Again, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8569]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now open until April 16, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced today.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Says Trout Stocking Schedules Now Available]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8369]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Trout stocking schedules are now available at Rep. Jerry Knowles’ (R-Berks/Schuylkill) district office in preparation for opening day of trout season in April.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Applications Now Available for Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8155]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) would like to let residents know that forms for the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for 2009 are now available.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Statement on Rendell Budget Address]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8070]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today issued the following statement regarding Gov. Ed Rendell’s proposed budget:]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Families Should Be Wary of Suspicious Student Financial Aid Offers, Warns Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=8011]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill), along with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), is alerting families to be cautious when looking at offers of assistance for securing funds for their college-bound students.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Turnpike Commission to Offer Summer Employment Opportunities, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=7991]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is now accepting applications for toll, maintenance and clerical positions through the 2010 Summer Turnpike Program, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) said today.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Applications for State Education Assistance Grants Now Available, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=7814]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Students seeking state higher education assistance grants for the 2010-11 academic year may now begin submitting applications, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) said today.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Opposes Bill to Legalize Table Games]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=2758]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) expressed deep disappointment at the passing of Senate Bill 711, which authorizes table games like black jack and poker in Pennsylvania.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Appointed to Task Force on Small Business]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=75]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) has been appointed to the Small Business Task Force of the Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles to Host Emergency Services Seminar]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=77]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) will host an Emergency Services seminar from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday Nov. 5, at the New Ringgold Fire Company.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New PennDOT Service Will Provide Latest Travel Information, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=78]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has launched its 511 travel information system, 511PA, Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced today.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Fire and Ambulance Service Grant Applications Now Available, Says Knowles]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=80]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[State Rep. Jerry Knowles (R- R-Berks/Schuylkill) is encouraging local volunteer fire departments and volunteer ambulance services to apply for state grants through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Statement on House Budget Vote]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3653]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuykill) issued the following statement on the spending plan being sent to the governor for his signature:]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Opposes $1 Billion Tax Increase Bill]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3652]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R- Berks/Schuykill) today voted against legislation to increase taxes on Pennsylvania families and businesses by $1 billion.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles, Argall to Host District Office Open House]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3651]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-124) and Sen. David Argall (R-29) will hold an open house from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, in their district office at 209 North Warren Street in Orwigsburg.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Calls for Investigation of ACORN, Backs Ban on State Funding for Political Groups]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3650]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today announced that he is supporting legislative efforts to ban political groups, like the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN), from receiving taxpayer funds.
 
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			<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Announces Recycling Grant for Hamburg Borough]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3649]]></link>
			<description><![CDATA[Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Schuylkill) today announced that Hamburg Borough has been awarded a grant from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) under the Recycling Performance Grant Program.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Backs Measure to Keep House in Session until Budget is Passed ]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3648]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Says Compromise Budget is Something Everyone Can Live With]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3647]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Calls on Governor to End Scare Tactics on Education Funding]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3646]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[With Rendell's Tax Hike Dead, Knowles Calls for House Vote on GOP Budget]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3645]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles' Monthly TV Program Focuses on His Legislative Agenda ]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3644]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Announces Committee Assignments]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3643]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Knowles Sworn In During Capitol Ceremony]]></title>
			<link><![CDATA[http://www.repknowles.com/NewsItem.aspx?NewsID=3642]]></link>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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