It’s not clear exactly when Turzai will depart, though he’s expected to outline a timetable Wednesday.
June 2020
🔗 All inmates at Lebanon County Correctional Facility with novel coronavirus recovered (Paywall)
All inmates and staff members at the Lebanon County Correctional Facility who tested positive for the novel coronavirus have recovered, a county official said Monday.
🔗 Pa. legislature passes resolution to revoke Gov. Wolf’s coronavirus emergency order
Action sets up a likely court fight over whether governor can veto the move.
🔗 Bret Michaels returns to central Pa. to visit dad’s grave
Singer and songwriter Bret Michaels returned to central Pennsylvania to visit his late father’s grave at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Posted inNews
Thousands of deaths later, Pa. finally mandates universal testing in nursing homes, but not for another month
The Wolf administration in May touted widespread testing, but its plan fell short and, as of early June, only 75 of about 1,900 facilities had done it.
Posted inNews
Preliminary results for the Lebanon County 2020 primary election (Updated)
With approximately 28,000 ballots cast, turnout for this year’s primary election was up compared to last year, but down compared to the last presidential primary.
Posted inPeople & Places
Community leaders unite to offer free anti-racism online seminar
Several members of community organizations have come together to host a workshop series encouraging people to take action against racism.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Londonderry Village, Cedar Haven share insight into minimizing COVID-19 cases
The nursing homes have managed to keep COVID-19 infections among staff and residents to a minimum, with Londonderry Village reporting zero cases.
Posted inSponsored Content
Christman’s Chronicles: Explaining military flag folding for Flag Day awareness [Paid Press Release]
When you think of military services with a funeral home one might think of the folded flag in a triangle shape. This ceremony is practiced to keep pride in our country. Even though the sources of why this is done is unknown, the 13 meanings can create a positive and uplifting experience.
Posted inCrime & Safety
The latest food safety violations in Lebanon County
Here are the most recent food safety violations in Lebanon County, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Assaults, DUI’s, theft, PFA violation, firearm possession
A roundup of the most recent blotters from local police departments.
Posted inReal Estate
Lebanon County real estate transfers (May 16 to May 31)
Here are the latest real estate transfers recorded in Lebanon County.
Posted inOpinions & Letters
[Column] Our town: A love story lost in time
Right here, in our town, there exists a love story of historic proportions. It is the tragic love story of President James Buchanan and his betrothed, Ann Caroline Coleman.
Posted inNews
Pa. House Democrats block voting session to demand GOP take up police reform bills
“It’s the people’s house, and if we aren’t doing the people’s business, then we aren’t doing business,” said Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta.
🔗 Remembering the one and only Mike Ebersole, former WQIC, WLBR radio announcer (Paywall)
Longtime radio great Mike Ebersole passed away last week, but leaves behind many friends and loyal listeners.
