Paid family medical leave bill passes one hurdle Gene Marrano February 9, 2023 1 min read A bill providing universal paid family medical has passed the State Senate, on a strictly party-line is on its way back to the House. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the program is funded similar to the state’s unemployment program. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Congressman asks Trump-era energy officials about cleaner coalNext: Cave Spring alum Ronde Barber elected to NFL Hall of Fame Related Stories 1 min read Healthy Hearts Initiative encourages local residents take better care of themselves Gene Marrano July 31, 2025 1 min read Danville City Councill member set on fire in workplace attack; suspect charged with attempted murder AP July 31, 2025 3 min read Norwich Recreation Center reopens with new mission to curb youth violence Gene Marrano July 30, 2025