A roundup of the most recent blotters from local police departments.
August 2021
Posted inEducation
CLSD super faces parent pushback at work session over mask decision
As the Delta variant causes COVID case trends to reverse, the debate over mandatory mask and vaccination policies has picked up at districts and campuses nationwide with students and educators on the precipice of another school year during a pandemic.
Posted inPeople & Places
9/11 Trail commemorates history of fateful day, national plan includes LVRT
The trail is well on its “path” to becoming a national historic landmark given the recent unanimous vote in the House of Representatives.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
From being on stage to constructing the stage, Jay Kern fills whatever role Lebanon Community Theatre needs
Kern serves on the LCT board of directors, builds sets, takes to the stage in a variety of supporting roles, and does work behind the scenes.
Posted inPet of the Week
Pet of the Week: Patched & Harley
This week’s pets are Patched and Harley, owned by Terri Sparrow.
Posted inUpcoming Events
Lebanon County church calendar (Aug. 15-Aug. 21)
Discover what’s happening at Lebanon County churches next week!
Posted inNews
The Pa. counties that lost and gained the most population in the last 10 years, ranked
Data released this week by the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that Pennsylvania’s population grew by 2.4% between 2010 and 2020.
Posted inJob Listings
Lebanon County Job Listings: August 13
Now hiring in Lebanon County: Noah & Company Daycare is looking for Daycare Staff, Cornwall-Lebanon School District is looking for Cafeteria Helpers, Bethany Children’s Home has Direct Support Opportunities, and StoneRidge has multiple roles available!
Posted inNews
How many people in Pa. use cannabis for addiction? The Wolf admin won’t say.
The state Department of Health said it was unable to “share specifics regarding patient use,” despite doing so in the past.
Posted inNews
Pa.’s political mapmakers finally have new census data. Now the hard work begins.
Because of census data delays, lawmakers have only a few months to create final congressional and legislative maps in time for the spring 2022 primary.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Camp Shand gains new name of “Camp Rocky Creek” as Lebanon County and YMCA celebrate major purchase
After Camp Shand was purchased by Lebanon County for $725,000 last year, the transfer of the Cornwall summer camp was celebrated on Wednesday with the new name of “Camp Rocky Creek.”
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Cornwall Manor awards scholarships to employees for 30th straight year
At an Aug. 4 reception, $3,500 Ralph L. Weik Memorial Scholarships were awarded to three employees.
Posted inPeople & Places
Project 13th Grade seeks to connect youth with their community
Amaury Abreu of Project 13th Grade seeks to help local youth prepare for their futures through presentations, community events, and more.
Posted inNews
You’re invited! A free reader Q&A on rising COVID-19 cases in Pennsylvania
On Wednesday, Aug. 25 at noon, join Spotlight PA for a free Q&A on Pennsylvania’s response to the surge in COVID-19 cases and what you need to know going into the fall.
Posted inNews
Pennsylvania Senate plans first step to enhance public access to expense information
Following reporting by The Caucus and Spotlight PA, the Pennsylvania Senate said it will post expenses online, though it’s unclear in what format.
