Pa. Gov. Shapiro has signed a sweeping mix of criminal justice bills, which include probation changes and a measure cracking down on Philly transit crimes.
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Pennsylvania’s budget impasse ends as legislature agrees to boost child care tax credit, fund public defense
The Pennsylvania legislature resolves budget impasse, funding several new programs and excluding others, marking the end of months-long negotiations between the Democratic-controlled state House and Republican-controlled state Senate.
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S. Londonderry supervisors pass 2024 budget, hear pedestrian safety concerns
Amid unanimous approval of the 2024 budget, South Londonderry Township supervisors heard from residents urging for improved pedestrian safety, with suggestions including federal grant applications and the formation of a volunteer action committee.
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U.S. Supreme Court will hear appeal of ex local cop charged with January 6 crimes
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear an appeal from former cop Joseph Fischer, charged in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, to decide if a key obstruction charge will be dismissed or included in his trial.
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Cornwall Borough Council schedules public hearing for Byler amendment
Byler Holdings’ fast-tracked zoning amendment, aimed at enabling PRL Industries to lease land for manufacturing, will be discussed at a public hearing scheduled by Cornwall Borough Council for Jan. 2.
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Pa. introduces new rules for hunters to limit spread of chronic wasting disease
Pennsylvania has seen an increase in chronic wasting disease since 2012. While the state has implemented tracking and mitigation efforts, testing is still optional for hunters.
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N. Annville supervisors approve firing range ordinance, table fire service tax
The December meeting for the North Annville Township Board of Supervisors featured discussions regarding the firing range ordinance, fire service tax and biosolid use.
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West Cornwall Township supervisors adopt 2024 budget with no tax increase
West Cornwall Township supervisors adopted a 2024 budget Monday, Dec. 11, that keeps property taxes at their current rate of 1.25 mills.
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Governor Josh Shapiro’s tumultuous first year: A look at the highs and lows
The Democrat, who is believed to have higher political aspirations, struggled at times to advance priorities through Harrisburg’s ideologically divided legislature.
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Blotter: Terroristic threats, criminal mischief, retail theft, vehicle crashes
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of December 11
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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Lebanon County commissioners vote to raise 2024 taxes by half a mill for 2024
Lebanon County Commissioners on Thursday, Dec. 7, approved a tentative $94.4 million county fiscal budget for 2024 that includes a tax increase of .50 mills to cover its $5 million budget deficit.
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Watch for lane restrictions on Route 934 at I-81 bridges for PennDOT inspections
Lebanon County motorists are advised there will be daytime lane restrictions this week on northbound and southbound Route 934 at the Interstate 81 bridges spanning the highway at exit 85 in East Hanover Township.
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Demand for Pennsylvania’s new Whole-Home Repairs Program has been overwhelming, but more funding is on hold
The Whole-Home Repairs Program is a victim of its own success. Additional funding is held up by the state’s budget impasse.
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Lebanon schedules final leaf roundup
Lebanon city workers next week will collect fallen leaves along the streets for the last time this year.
