WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital has more COVID-19 admissions than ever.
December 2021
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House Republicans advance Pennsylvania congressional map bill — minus an actual map
A state House panel chose to approve blank placeholder legislation, which the ranking Democrat criticized as a “shell game” for Republicans to rush through a map later.
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 inSponsored Content
Lebanon Chamber announces incoming directors and officers [Paid Press Release]
The Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the addition of new directors and the slate of directors beginning January 2022.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
2nd Starbucks coming to Lebanon; Route 422 store to open fall 2022
Starbucks says it will open its second Lebanon County store in fall 2022 on Route 422 in Lebanon.
Posted inUpcoming Events
Wreaths Across America to hold welcome parade, unloading at Gap
Wreaths Across America has two public events scheduled for this Friday, Dec. 17, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, in advance of the nationwide events planned for Saturday, Dec. 18.
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Line painting planned for I-78 & I-81 in Lebanon, Dauphin counties
Line painting will be performed this week in Lebanon County on eastbound I-78 from the I-81 split to the Route 72 overpass as part of a $5.5 million pavement preservation project.
Posted inLebanon Valley Food Critics
BG’s Value Market: ‘The Doughnut Wars’ (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
LVFC visited BG’s Value Market as part of the series “The Doughnut Wars,” where they compare donuts found throughout the Lebanon Valley.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Megan’s Law failure to comply, identity theft, assault bodily injury no weapon
A roundup of the most recent blotters from local police departments.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Patrick Freer, Jr. of Strickler Insurance [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
Patrick Freer, Jr. took the time to talk about everything from fly-fishing to insurance agencies with We Are Lebanon, Pa.
Posted inOpinions & Letters
[Letter] Reader response to Dec. 9 letter by Congressman Meuser
Reader response to last week’s column by Rep. Dan Meuser: “It may surprise Mr. Meuser that some of his constituents are critical thinkers. We need references for your analysis/statements.”
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Lack of telehealth law in Pennsylvania a major headache for patients who need it most
The state is one of only seven that do not require reimbursement for virtual visits, meaning patients must deal with uneven insurance coverage and some medical providers who don’t want to bother.
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See how the proposed Pennsylvania congressional map scores in every key area
The map’s lack of compact districts and its clear advantage for Republicans will likely be key sticking points as negotiations begin in the legislature and with Gov. Tom Wolf.
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Investigations of Pennsylvania State Police troopers who injure, kill should be independent, panel says
The proposed reform comes amid increased scrutiny of the nearly unchecked power of local district attorneys in Pennsylvania to decide whether or not to bring charges against police officers.
