Lawmakers and courts differed on how — and whether — to define and uphold “partisan fairness” when reviewing electoral maps.
News
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of March 21
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Commissioners move to upgrade county’s public safety radio system
Lebanon County commissioners took two major steps on Thursday to upgrade the county’s obsolete public safety radio system.
Colebrook Road roundabout to receive final topsoil & seeding starting today
The roundabout added last year at the intersection of Rocherty Road and Route 241 (Colebrook Road) will receive its final touches this week.
Pennsylvania Air National Guard opens new 17K SF training facility at the Gap
A new 17,000 SF building at Fort Indiantown Gap has replaced several World War II-era structures, providing a new modern multi-purpose training facility for the Pennsylvania Air National Guard.
Judge admonishes Pa. State Police for response to request seeking email, phone records
The rare public records lawsuit centers on whether data held by the agency’s cell phone provider must be turned over in response to a state Right-to-Know request.
Cornwall Borough Council advances amendments for feral cat feeding, accessory structures on townhouse lots
Cornwall Borough Council met March 14 to discuss topics including Spring Hill Acres zoning issues, the feeding of feral cats, and accessory structures on townhouse lots.
Fringe theory cited in Pa. redistricting case could give legislatures unchecked election power
Legal experts and voting rights advocates warn the “independent state legislature doctrine” could radically alter election administration across the country.
14 miles of pavement on I-78 & I-81 to be overhauled, project resumes Monday
A $5.5 million pavement preservation project for 14 miles of I-78 and I-81 will begin again after a winter hiatus on Monday, March 21, starting with the westbound I-78 ramp to Route 22 in Lebanon County.
Pa. Supreme Court rejects legal challenges to state’s new legislative maps
The order clears the way for the use of new state House and Senate maps in the May primary.
Archery range now open at Middle Creek
A new public archery range has opened up at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Spotlight PA joins 4 state newsrooms in fighting alleged First Amendment violations in York County
The federal civil rights lawsuit seeks to end the York County Clerk of Courts practice of reviewing and redacting records before they are released to the public.
Lebanon County politicos discuss impact of redistricting on local voting maps
The effect of redistricting on local elections won’t be tested until voters go to the polls and the results of the next race are tallied. Some politicians believe the new maps will work in their favor; others aren’t so sure.
Former Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane arrested for DUI
Kane, who resigned after a tumultuous first term that ended in several convictions, will be charged this week, according to Scranton police.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of March 14
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.