Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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LCCF union rep raises concerns about critical correctional officer shortage
In the midst of contract negotiations with Lebanon County, a union representative for the county prison correctional officers is expressing grave concerns for working conditions at the facility.
Retired veterinarian Doc Clements makes another run for state Legislature
Calvin “Doc” Clements is running for the 48th Senatorial District seat currently held by Senator Chris Gebhard of North Cornwall Township.
Pa. primary election 2022: Your guide to the Democratic and GOP candidates for governor
The GOP field for Pennsylvania’s 2022 primary governor election remains crowded, while Democrats will see just one choice on the ballot.
Will red tape block completion of downtown mural?
A 2020 ordinance and a cease and desist order issued by the City of Lebanon have cast a shadow over an outdoor mural project on South 8th Street, across from the Lebanon Farmers Market.
Fisher Ave. lanes to be closed for gate construction at Fort Indiantown Gap
Pennsylvania National Guard officials announced Thursday that two lanes of Fisher Avenue will be temporarily closed for about a week beginning Monday, April 18.
S. Londonderry Twp. supervisors commit to loan for new Campbelltown fire truck
At Tuesday’s meeting, the South Londonderry Township Board of Supervisors agreed to a loan to the Campbelltown Fire Company to partially pay for a new fire truck in 2024.
PennDOT to repair bridge over Swatara tributary in Union Township next week
PennDOT is continuing a million dollar project to repair bridges in northern Lebanon County.
Bill advances which would expand options for reutilizing Lt. Gov. mansion
A Pennsylvania House bill sponsored by state Rep. Russ Diamond concerning the future of the former lieutenant governor’s residence on the grounds of Fort Indiantown Gap has been advanced to the state Senate for consideration.
Construction designer wants Democratic nomination for 98th State House seat
Mark Temons is campaigning for the seat currently held by Dave Hickernell, a Lancaster County Republican, who announced in December he would not seek reelection.
Pa. primary election 2022: See how much money the GOP candidates for governor have raised
The nine candidates vying for the Republican nomination in Pennsylvania’s 2022 primary governor election have collectively raised more than $13 million over the past 15 months.
State house honors Lt. William Lebo with unanimous condolence resolution
The Pennsylvania House honored the memory of fallen Lebanon police Lt. William Lebo and shared condolences with his family and fellow officers in a resolution passed unanimously on Tuesday, April 12.
Cornwall Borough Council unanimously amends ban on feeding feral cats
Cornwall Borough Council met April 11 to discuss topics including an amendment to the ordinance banning the feeding of feral cats.
PennDOT shares plan for signal at Route 72 and Isabel Drive, requests feedback
A traffic signal and dedicated turn lanes for State Route 72 at the intersection with Isabel Drive are in the works, PennDOT announced.
Retired educator sets sights on Frank Ryan’s legislative seat in Harrisburg
Cornwall resident John Schlegel is running “to ensure that the 101st district continues to have a strong conservative voice in the state House of Representatives.”