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Opinions & Letters

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[Letter] Meuser shares update: “Fighting to preserve America’s small businesses”

by Congressman Dan Meuser August 10, 2023August 9, 2023 3 min read

Congressman Dan Meuser: “Small businesses are the strength of our economy, innovation, and job creation.”

Posted inOpinions & Letters

[Column] Federal ban of flavored milk in school cafeterias would be harmful

by Dave Smith May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 2 min read

“This latest push to further limit milk options for students will further diminish the supply of natural, delicious nutrients in our schools and for our children’s health.”

Posted inOpinions & Letters

In recognition of National Health Care Decisions Day, importance of advance care planning conversations stressed

by Roberta Geidner April 14, 2023April 9, 2023 4 min read

It always seems too early, until it’s too late.

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[Column] City of Lebanon Authority explains water rate increase

by City of Lebanon Authority staff April 7, 2023April 6, 2023 4 min read

If you are a City of Lebanon Authority customer – a designation that applies to about 70,000 Lebanon County residents, including households, businesses, and municipalities – you may have noticed that your water rates increased slightly on April 1.

Posted inOpinions & Letters

[Column] Pennsylvania Republicans need a 3-point game

by State Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) February 15, 2023February 13, 2023 3 min read

State Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) shares his thoughts on why Pennsylvania Republicans need to embrace the new rules of mail-in ballots, just like basketball teams once adapted to the advent of the 3-pointer.

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[Letter] Our new reps can help fix rules, fund schools

by Duncan MacLean and Nélida Barrueta January 9, 2023January 10, 2023 2 min read

Two Lebanon residents share their hopes for state Rep. John Schlegel and state Sen. Chris Gebhard as their terms begin.

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[Letter] Congressman Meuser shares agenda for newly-expanded Pa. 9th

by Congressman Dan Meuser January 9, 2023January 10, 2023 4 min read

Congressman Dan Meuser: “The district is large, larger than the state of Connecticut, and my team and I are looking forward to thoroughly serving each county in a highly responsive manner.”

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[Column] Six good reasons for teaching writing

by Jack Keosseian August 9, 2022August 9, 2022 3 min read

Read why residents of Cornwall Manor initiated a pen-pal program with local students.

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[Column] We need to teach personal financial education in our high schools

by State Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) August 2, 2022August 1, 2022 3 min read

“From daily purchases to long-term financial planning, becoming proficient at money management is a critical skill all Pennsylvanians need.”

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[Letter] Developers of Lebanon Catholic site should save Donaghmore Mansion

by Laura Kise June 1, 2022June 1, 2022 3 min read

“While it may seem that there are historic buildings aplenty here, the truth is too many have been lost due to a lack of preservation efforts.”

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[Column] Free trauma therapy is a win-win for Lebanon County residents 

by Ali Perrotto February 16, 2022February 17, 2022 2 min read

The COVID-19 pandemic had social and mental health impacts, but our community has tools to combat them.

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[Letter] Reader response to Dec. 9 letter by Congressman Meuser

by Jean Wildauer December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 2 min read

Reader response to last week’s column by Rep. Dan Meuser: “It may surprise Mr. Meuser that some of his constituents are critical thinkers. We need references for your analysis/statements.”

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[Letter] Congressman Meuser: America faces self-inflicted energy crisis

by Congressman Dan Meuser December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 3 min read

Congressman Dan Meuser: “Just a short time ago America was energy independent.”

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[Letter] Seniors could realize significant windfall from retirement tax

by Op-Ed Exchange December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 4 min read

“Recently a few letters were published attacking Representative Frank Ryan and his planned introduction of the School Property Tax Elimination Act better known as HB13, named after the original 13 colonies.”

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[Column] Remembering a saint who touched our lives

by Jack Cantwell November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 2 min read

“Father Ed was the closest thing to a living saint that I ever met.”

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