Democrats who control the PA House said they would leave Harrisburg for the weekend, indicating no budget will reach the governor by the deadline.
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Debate over publicly funded private school vouchers could push Pa. budget past June 30 deadline
Republicans who control the Pa. Senate and Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, have backed a voucher proposal known as the lifeline scholarship program.
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What are Pa.’s lifeline scholarships? School choice, vouchers, and the budget debate, explained
A debate over private school vouchers could delay the PA budget. It’s part of longstanding, complicated debate over school choice.
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North Lebanon Township manager retires after 37 years
North Lebanon township manager Cheri Grumbine retires at the end of this month, as was made official at the Board of Supervisors’ June 19 meeting.
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Annville Free Library seeks local artists for contributions to fundraising project
The Annville Free Library is seeking nature-inspired artwork for a community-focused tile wall project, which is set to be a feature in the library’s upcoming expansion.
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Advocates fear some could lose their homes while waiting on backlogged mortgage relief program
To receive help, homeowners must register in a new system, which has been an obstacle for some.
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Medical marijuana law update would lift the advertising ban on Pa. doctors
A sponsor of the legislation said it would help “level the playing field” between doctors and third-party companies.
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Lebanon City Council remembers triple homicide victims; new fire chief named
The appointment of a new Lebanon fire chief highlighted last night’s monthly Lebanon City Council Meeting, which began with a somber remembrance.
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Needs at career and tech center addressed during visit by Meuser
Congressman Dan Meuser toured the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center to learn about pressing needs hindering workforce development in the Lebanon Valley.
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Is Lebanon County ready for a toxic train derailment?
Could the East Palestine disaster happen here? Federal law allows locals to be kept in the dark.
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Commissioners lift countywide burn ban, effective immediately
The countywide burn ban has been lifted, effective immediately, the county announced Monday, June 26.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of June 26
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro affirms support for funding private school vouchers amid budget push
Citing potential decreases to public school funding, Democrats, education advocates, and unions oppose a bill that would create “lifeline scholarships.”
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Safety, oversight concerns raised as Pa. lawmakers pursue billions for hydrogen hubs
Pennsylvania is trying to attract billions in federal dollars to build hydrogen hubs, but some lawmakers and environmentalists fear the state isn’t prepared to take on oversight responsibilities.
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Meuser introduces bill to rename city post office after Lt. William D. Lebo
Congressman Dan Meuser (R-PA9) has introduced a bill to the United States House of Representatives that would designate Lebanon’s 8th Street post office as the “Lieutenant William D. Lebo Post Office Building.”
