Seating was full at the North Lebanon Township Planning Commission’s monthly meeting on Monday. Many in attendance were there to hear the commission’s take on the 420 E. Kercher Ave. Jubilee property.
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Pa. lawmakers ask for investigations after gaming regulators met privately with casino lobbyists
Lobbyists for Parx Casino embarked on an intense, behind-the-scenes effort to get the Gaming Control Board to abandon its hands-off stance toward a major competitor.
Pat Huggins let his light shine and the Lebanon community basked in its glow
Pat Huggins, a beloved sportswriter from the Lebanon Daily News, retired in March after serving the community for 24 years. Known for his knack for storytelling and his heart for people, Huggins’ retirement was partly due to complications from Parkinson’s disease.
Pa. budget 2023: How a landmark school funding lawsuit is shaping negotiations
How to fix Pennsylvania’s school funding system is front and center during this year’s budget negotiations in the wake of a landmark Commonwealth Court ruling.
After 4 killings, Splain’s PSP admin duty assignment: Mental health counselor
A lawsuit over the fatal shooting of Charity Thome is moving forward, while it was revealed that one of the troopers involved was reassigned to a mental health counseling role within the state police.
Why some lawmakers think this will be the year Pa. raises its minimum wage
At the moment, Pennsylvania’s wage floor is $7.25 an hour — the same as the federal minimum. The legislature last increased the state’s minimum wage in 2006.
49th annual Mt. Gretna Art Show to be held Aug. 19-20
The 49th annual Mt. Gretna Art Show is set to grace the historic grounds of the Pennsylvania Chautauqua on Saturday, Aug. 19, and Sunday, Aug. 20.
Details surface on Torres-Santos’ pre-homicide detention while on house arrest
Probation department detained, but could not hold, Santos due to “verbiage of the bail order” issued by Magisterial District Judge Aurelis Figueroa.
Judicial Conduct Board unable to confirm or deny investigation into MDJ Figueroa
The Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board is extremely limited in what it can say about any potential investigation.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of June 12
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Disputes over education spending, cash reserves emerge as Pa. budget deadline approaches
The Democratic-controlled state House passed a budget plan last week that includes a major boost to education spending. It faced immediate opposition from Republicans who control the state Senate.
A train safety bill inspired by the East Palestine derailment faces tough odds in the Pa. legislature
Rail safety legislation in Pennsylvania faces quiet resistance from the industry and its allies, who have questioned the legality of the proposed measure.
Jonestown Borough Council considers park improvement bid
At Tuesday’s meeting, the Jonestown Borough Council opted to wait to act on a bid for the George H. Kaufman Community Park playground improvement project until either their next workshop or the July meeting.
Scott Buchle recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award for EMS service
Director for Penn State Health Life Lion, Scott Buchle, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Lebanon County Ambulance Association.
Mayor names acting city fire chief Aaron “AJ” Sweitzer to take job permanently
Aaron “AJ” Sweitzer has been named fire chief for the City of Lebanon.