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Luzerne County, PA – U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright (PA-08) today announced the release of $80,000 from the Appalachian Regional Commission to the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Inc. (D&L) for their Delaware and Lehigh Trail Town Program.

“With these funds, D&L will be able to continue supporting the recreation industry and tourism communities in Luzerne County,” said Rep. Cartwright, a member of the House Appropriations Committee. “I’m grateful for their efforts to promote outdoor life and support the towns near their trails, especially as residents look to our natural areas for peace during this trying time.”

“Now more than ever the value of the outdoor industry and specifically the D&L Trail is clearly evident as a vital part of the regional economy. Trails increase the value of nearby homes, help revitalize towns and build local business,” said Elissa Garofalo, Executive Director of the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Inc. “This award from ARC would not be possible without the assistance of Congressman Cartwright and his District staff.”

The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (D&L) is a diverse, multi-faceted organization, with a multi-use trail spanning 165 miles from the mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania through the Lehigh Valley and Bucks County. They work to preserve and revitalize historic places and landmark towns, conserve green space for public use, document and interpret our heritage, celebrate our community and region and create partnerships and programs for long-term sustainability.

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is a regional economic development agency that represents a partnership of federal, state, and local government. Established by an act of Congress in 1965, ARC is composed of the governors of the 13 Appalachian states and a federal co-chair, who is appointed by the president. Local participation is provided through multi-county local development districts.