Lebanon senior Liann Melendez discusses how her senior year is being impacted by COVID-19.
Opinions & Letters
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[Column] Impact of the state budget on Lebanon County
State Rep. Frank Ryan writes: “The decisions will be tough, the choices real, and the urgency of acting the primary focus for the remaining budget.”
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[Library Letter] Libraries keep innovating to serve community through pandemic
Electronic resources are vital during the pandemic and as we continue to face challenges with schooling and everyday research needs. However, some of our best resources are not found on a digital screen but are still within easy reach.
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[Letter] Stop the brain drain
Amaury Abreu: “In (a recent Bloomberg) study, Lebanon tops the list of cities that suffer from this issue. But why is that, and how can we fix it?”
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[Column] Counties hard at work preparing for presidential election
“Counties have the utmost confidence that all of our voting systems are secure and that every Pennsylvanian’s vote will be properly counted.”
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[Column] EMS and fire companies stable but still in crisis
State Rep. Frank Ryan writes: “Our fire and emergency services are still in crisis and will be for the foreseeable future until we see the effects of the changes we are making.”
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[Library Letter] Libraries and college: Where to start for success
As you or your student navigate online, in person, or hybrid higher education options, do not forget to take advantage of an often-overlooked resource—the college or university library.
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Lebanon Valley Chamber: Lebanon County CARES Act agreement explained
Lebanon Valley Chamber president Karen Groh: “It is critical to understand a few things for our community to move forward.”
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[Column] Could school districts be facing future COVID liability suits?
CLSD board member: “Unfortunately, our local school districts must consider these legal issues as schools prepare to reopen.”
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[Letter] County Commissioner Ames on settlement agreement with Gov. Wolf
Lebanon County Commissioner Bill Ames: “I want to state for the record that I did not support or sign the settlement agreement between the governor and Lebanon County.”
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[Letter] Response to Diamond letter from the rector of St. Luke’s
“I write now not as rebuttal but to ask for considered clarification in our dialog on these matters.”
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[Column] Returning to school through the eyes of a child by an actual child
“I encourage students to speak up for what they think is right, which is why I’m writing this letter.”
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[Letter] Zwifka letter merely politics disguised as faith
State Rep. Russ Diamond responds to the column from earlier this week by Rev. Dr. David Zwifka.
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[Column] Forward Together Lebanon explains why public should wear masks
In an attempt to keep Lebanon open, Forward Together Lebanon, a group of leaders dedicated to the economic recovery of Lebanon County, went on the road to discover WHY.
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[Letter] An open letter to state Rep. Russ Diamond from the rector of St. Luke’s
St. Luke’s rector: “I take this stand not as a hyper-sensitive ‘snowflake’ but as someone deeply committed to my religious vow to respect the dignity of every human being.”
