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County government warns of phishing emails coming from official account

The emails have the subject line “County Tax.”

By One United Lancaster - June 27, 2024

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City Council passes resolution calling for Gaza ceasefire

The vote was preceded by two hours of public comment.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 26, 2024

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County looks to enhance security at MDJ offices (update)

The work would implement recommendations from the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 25, 2024

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Home Rule Study Commission subcommittee plans groundwork for by-district council elections

To allow for flexibility, City Council should have nine members, not seven, subcommittee members said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 21, 2024

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Rally calls on Pa. Senate to pass education funding bill

Approved Monday in the state House, H.B. 2370 would increase education funding by $5.1 billion over seven years.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 14, 2024

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Forum: Formidable education, housing issues factoring into Pa. budget deliberations

Pennsylvania’s budget is due by June 30 each year, though it is frequently late.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 13, 2024

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City Council to consider a resolution calling for Gaza ceasefire

Local activists have been pushing council to do so.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 13, 2024

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County Government Center to reopen Monday

The building at 150 N. Queen St. has been closed all week due to a water leak.

By One United Lancaster - June 7, 2024

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Home Rule Study Commission subcommittee will revisit City Council issues, seek public input

Where do city residents stand on electing City Council by district versus at large?

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 7, 2024

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Lancaster city, county release annual draft plans for HUD housing funds

Public comment is being accepted on both documents through July 1.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 5, 2024

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Home Rule Study Commission chair committed to having charter ready for November

Brian Adams told City Council he considers home rule “absolutely imperative” for Lancaster’s future fiscal health.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 5, 2024

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County commissioners approve debt restructuring in anticipation of correctional facility project

A second refinancing is expected early next year.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 5, 2024