“Importantly, CoLA’s rates remain some of the least expensive in the county, among other municipalities.”
Opinions & Letters
[Column] The power of local philanthropy
Jennifer Doyle, president and CEO of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, recognizes Community Foundation Week and National Philanthropy Day – “Alone we have ideas. Together, we take action.”
[Letter] Re-elected South Londonderry supervisor reflects on working the polls
South Londonderry Township Supervisor Bill Bova, recently re-elected to a second term, says working the polls allows him to connect with residents in ways that mail-in voting cannot replicate.
[Letter] Preservationists make final plea to save General Patch’s boyhood home
A Lebanon preservationist makes a final plea to save the Donaghmore-Patch mansion: “Short of an intervention by a deus ex machina that changes minds to at least delay the irrevocable act to consider possible alternatives, all would appear to be lost.”
[Letter] Lebanon legislators: Ban gerrymandering now
Two Lebanon County residents urge state legislators to support bills creating an independent redistricting commission to combat gerrymandering.
[Letter] Descendant of WWII general asks Lebanon board to save historic mansion
Alex Patch, great-grandson of Capt. Alexander Patch, appeals to preserve the 150-year-old Lebanon Catholic School property where his decorated military family once lived.
[Column] Improving e-bike safety in Lebanon: A call for awareness and action
Lebanon Bicycle Recycle co-director Laurie Crawford outlines safety measures and regulations for e-bike operation in Lebanon, addressing road rules, visibility requirements and proper equipment usage.
[Column] Capital is the Keystone: Harnessing global investment to build PA
Congressman Dan Meuser advocates for public-private infrastructure partnerships in Pennsylvania, proposing $20 billion in user-fee-funded projects to support the state’s growing energy and manufacturing sectors.
PSATS director: Allow municipalities to publish notices where people are looking
The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors’ executive director calls for legal reforms to allow local governments more flexibility in how they publish public notices beyond traditional print newspapers.
[Column] Local skill game regulation is about foresight, not fear-mongering
Palmyra Borough Council member Marcus Riddell: “We need local skill game regulation because of the threat of illegal games operating in our borough.”
Yes, Virginia, there is a better way to modernize public notices
There are models of successful modernization of public notices that Pennsylvania should follow instead of protecting the print newspaper monopoly.
[Letter] Video about Governor Dick Park doesn’t reflect proper forest management
Former Governor Dick Park maintenance worker Lee Wells disputes claims made in a recent documentary about forest management practices at the Pennsylvania park.
[Letter] Preservationist urges Lebanon SD to save 150-year-old Patch estate
A Lebanon preservationist urges the school district to save the historic Donaghmore Mansion from demolition following its imminent $5.25 million purchase of the former Lebanon Catholic School property.
[Column] A pro-growth agenda for Main Street
Congressman Dan Meuser: “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the strength of our communities.”
[Column] The economic power of skilled trades in Pennsylvania
“On National Skilled Trades Day, we celebrate the essential workers who keep Pennsylvania’s economy running.”














