Panelists said legislative action and other accountability measures are needed to close loopholes left in the 2020 law that created Pennsylvania’s law enforcement hiring database.
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GoFundMe campaign launched to help family of slain dog with legal expenses
Money raised will help the Gunner’s family to heal, and to pay for legal costs as they explore action against city police.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of July 11
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Online registration to be offered by county for concealed weapon permits
Registrations for concealed carry permits in Lebanon County are about to enter the digital age.
RTK request reveals details of SR 934 roundabout, other improvements for DHL
A LebTown Right-to-Know request has revealed further details of a planned roundabout at SR 934 and Clear Spring Road, as well as other improvements in support of a planned 3-million-square-foot DHL logistics park in South Annville Township.
Here’s how Pennsylvania plans to spend its billions in federal stimulus money (full list)
Home repairs, property tax relief for seniors, and state park repairs are among 20 programs that will be funded with the one-time stimulus money.
Pa. lawmakers agreed to a big election funding deal — with strings attached
County elections officials have mixed reactions to the legislation, which creates grants but doesn’t allow counties to get the jump on counting mail ballots — an ongoing priority.
Pennsylvania Senate seeks to declare state constitution provides no right to an abortion
Legislative Republicans advanced five significant constitutional amendments, including stricter voter ID and enhanced powers for the General Assembly.
Pa. lawmakers agree to boost education funding, spend billions in remaining stimulus money as part of budget
The wide-reaching budget, completed a week after the June 30 deadline, was made possible by higher-than-expected revenues that led to a multi-billion dollar surplus.
Police defend fatal shooting of escaped pet, chief calls dog ‘a danger and a threat’
Lebanon city police on Friday issued a statement defending the officer who shot and killed a dog Wednesday outside a Lebanon city home. The dog’s owner and the shelter that handled Gunner’s adoption have said they will pursue legal options.
What is the independent state legislature doctrine, and why does it matter for Pa.?
At least four U.S. Supreme Court justices have signaled support for an extreme legal doctrine that would give state legislatures unchecked power over elections and political maps.
Police shoot rescue dog in Lebanon yard; now, the dog’s owner wants to know why
Gunner, a 1-year-old German shepherd, went missing Wednesday morning. When police found him that afternoon, an officer fatally shot him. Now, the dog’s owner and the rescue group that handled Gunner’s adoption want police to be held accountable for the shooting.
Duvall succeeds Sidelnick as Dem chair
The Lebanon County Democratic Committee elected Matt Duvall to succeed Dan Sidelnick as committee chairman at its June 29 reorganization meeting.
PennDOT shares plans for Lingle Avenue reconstruction & stream restoration
PennDOT is seeking public feedback on its plans for reconstruction and stream restoration along Lingle Avenue (Route 3017) in South Londonderry Township, North Londonderry Township, and Palmyra Borough.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of July 4
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.