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Voters 50+ Have the Power to Decide on November 5

With Pennsylvania’s general election just 47 days away, data from AARP shows that voters age 50 plus decide elections, and they want politicians to address the issues that matter most to them and their families.

AARP investing $86,500 in eight Pennsylvania communities as part of nationwide grant program

Each year, AARP works in partnership with local leaders, organizations, and dedicated residents to help make that vision a reality. As part of that effort, AARP is excited to announce the largest investment of grant dollars to date through the AARP Community Challenge grant program. More than $3.8 million in quick-action grants are being distributed to 343 projects across all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

AARP Poll: Women 50+ Say Social Security, Medicare, Healthcare Costs Will Influence 2024 Vote

AARP Pennsylvania recently released key findings from its first 2024 election survey that shows candidates should pay close attention to Pennsylvanians age 50 and older. The survey also revealed that the priorities and concerns of Pennsylvania women voters 50 and older will likely influence the outcome of the 2024 election and could be the difference in this election.

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Meet Me at the Farmer’s Market

By Jacklyn Isasi, AUG 3, 2015

You don't have to leave Pittsburgh City

Let AARP Take You Out to the Ball Game

By Jacklyn Isasi, JUL 31, 2015

Let AARP take you out to the ball game!

Ray's Round Up: PA State Budget at an Impasse

By Jacklyn Isasi, JUL 31, 2015

Whoever said “no news is good news” wasn’t thinking about missed state budget deadlines. We are now a month into the budget impasse in Pennsylvania and if anything, the sides appear farther apart.

Tips to Stay Safe and “Beat the Heat”

By Jacklyn Isasi, JUL 28, 2015

Staying cool during a blistering summer can mean the difference between life and death, as more Americans die from heat waves than all other natural disasters combined.

Protect Yourself from Being Overcharged at the Grocery Store

By Steve Gardner, JUL 27, 2015

Questions about accurate pricing at the supermarket recently made national headlines when the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs found Whole Foods stores were systematically overcharging consumers for pre-packaged foods. In more than 80 cases ranging from grab-n-go sandwiches and salads to packaged lunch meat, the items were short the labeled weight.

Walkability Workshop Proposes Improvements to Busy Pittsburgh Intersection

By Steve Gardner, JUL 22, 2015

Making one of downtown Pittsburgh’s most dangerous intersections safer for pedestrians was the focus of a recent workshop featuring AARP experts, city officials and urban planning leaders.

Beware Imposter Scams Targeting Grandparents

By Steve Gardner, JUL 9, 2015

AARP Pennsylvania is warning consumers about reports of active imposter scams across Pennsylvania that target grandparents and are designed to steal money or personal information.