The move follows opponents of abortion access in the state House unsuccessfully attempting to block funding for the schools over Pitt’s research using fetal tissue.
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Rexmont apartment fire draws massive response on sweltering Friday morning
An early Friday morning fire in a Rexmont multi-family dwelling was extinguished without injuries by the combined effort of volunteers from over a dozen Lebanon County fire companies.
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Pa.’s unemployment trust fund is broke. The Wolf admin says a long-term fix will save taxpayers millions.
The state’s new budget pays off $42 million in debt, but backers say a bigger policy change is needed to prepare the system for future downturns.
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County officials continue to fill open workforce positions
Once down by nearly 150 positions from its approximate workforce of 700, county employment rolls have turned the tide with over 600 individuals now employed by the county.
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A beginner’s guide to requesting public records on Pa. law enforcement
Interviews with experts and an analysis of data from the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records offer tips for successfully using the state’s Right-to-Know Law.
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North Lebanon Township supervisors consider modifying walking trail specs
The North Lebanon Township Board of Supervisors met Monday to discuss topics including proposals for paving the Lenni Lenape walking trail, an updated public meeting procedure policy, and a revised fee schedule.
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You’re invited! A free virtual panel on the new Pa. budget and what it prioritizes
Join Spotlight PA July 26 for a free breakdown of Pa.’s multibillion-dollar budget and how it will impact you.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of July 18
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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New Pa. budget injects $125M into private school tax credit program that lacks basic accountability
A lack of transparency baked into state law makes it impossible to determine whether the program is actually improving outcomes for students who receive tuition assistance.
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In ‘rare’ move, judge agrees to Penn State’s request to seal entire case concerning search warrants involving student victims
A judge in Centre County has sealed an entire case at the request of Penn State, a rare move that potentially violates the right to open courts guaranteed by the state and U.S. Constitutions.
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Pa. court system says it’s not responsible for county judges banning opioid addiction medication
A federal lawsuit alleges the Pennsylvania court system discriminated against people with opioid use disorder, raising questions about who is responsible for decisions made by local judges.
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Justice for Gunner? Protesters say better police training would be a good start
About 100 marchers assembled in Downtown Lebanon on Wednesday to voice their unhappiness over the July 6 fatal shooting of Gunner, the 15 month-old dog shot to death by city officers.
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South Londonderry supervisors approve staff changes, advertise public hearings
The South Londonderry Township Board of Supervisors discussed upcoming public hearings, staffing changes, and more at Tuesday’s meeting.
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PennDOT to reconfigure merge of westbound I-78 into southbound I-81
PennDOT will be reconfiguring the merge of westbound I-78 into southbound I-81 in a project that will take place starting Wednesday evening, July 13, with completion expected by Thursday morning.
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Pennsylvania has a new child care tax credit. Here’s what you need to know.
People who care for two or more dependents will be able to claim up to $6,000 in child care expenses starting next year.
