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Proposed bill aims to reduce risk of Legionnaires’ Disease

It would strengthen the minimum chlorination standard for public water systems.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 17, 2024

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Senior centers receive state grants

The Luis Munoz Marin Senior Center received a competitive allocation of $8,264.

By One United Lancaster - May 16, 2024

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Conestoga Pines Park master plan envisions amenities, trails, connections to city

The long-term future of the pool there remains undecided.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 16, 2024

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Gov. Shapiro visits Lancaster to make case for more transit funding

“Public transit provides real freedom and opportunity for its riders, especially our seniors.”

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 15, 2024

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Lancaster is analyzing its parking permit program

The public is being encouraged to weigh in on the study, which will yield proposals for the city to consider implementing later this year.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 15, 2024

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Applicants sought for 2024 Lancaster City Poet Laureate

The 2024 laureate will serve a two-year term. The post comes with an honorarium of $3,000.

By One United Lancaster - May 14, 2024

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Draft update to county transportation plan released, launching public comment period

The Lancaster County Metropolitan Planning Organization is scheduled to vote on adopting the plan on June 24.

By One United Lancaster - May 13, 2024

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Home Rule Study Commission continues debating at-large vs. by-district City Council elections

Three members said the commission has yet to explore the topic properly, and that more data is need for a fully informed decision.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 10, 2024

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Lancaster City Housing Authority to open public housing waiting list next week

The authority plans to accept 200 applications.

By One United Lancaster - May 9, 2024

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Sheriff defends use of county-issued credit cards

Sheriff Chris Leppler characterized a news report on the issue as “false and scurrilous.”

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 9, 2024

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Mayor Sorace details budget, infrastructure challenges at Hourglass forum (video)

“Today I’m going to attempt to bring you into the fray,” Mayor Danene Sorace told her audience.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 8, 2024

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President Judge: Court won’t bring outside groups into procedural discussions

It’s encouraging that local organizations are discussing how to reduce incarceration and recidivism, but judicial independence is paramount, Judge David Ashworth said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 8, 2024