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County to develop new parks & trails master plan

It will succeed one that dates to 1992.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 18, 2024

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City Council passes 2025 budget with 1.1% earned income tax

The spending plan is the first under the home rule charter that takes effect Jan. 1.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 18, 2024

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Across Pa., there’s strong demand for Whole Home Repairs. Can it secure more funding, increased flexibility?

More than 60 homes have been fixed up through the program in Lancaster County.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 13, 2024

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DCED secretary outlines scope, goals of Pa.’s housing action plan

No matter where Rick Siger goes in Pennsylvania, people want to talk to him about housing.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 12, 2024

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Lancaster city making final ARPA arrangements before end-of-year deadline

At least $150,000 in unused funds are to be redirected to the critical repair housing program, and maybe more.

By One United Lancaster - December 12, 2024

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Advocates push to seal Pa. eviction filings

Even if a tenant is blameless, an eviction filing can lead to years of housing struggles.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 11, 2024

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Human Relations Commission to host local community outreach meeting

The Thursday evening event “will provide a safe space for residents to talk about their experiences with bias within Lancaster County,” the commission said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 11, 2024

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Lancaster city’s tourism plan is taking shape (video)

Mayor Danene Sorace provided an update at Hourglass’ December First Friday Forum.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 11, 2024

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Commissioners pass 2025 county budget

The vote Wednesday morning was 2-1.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 11, 2024

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Discussion continues on base bid / alternatives plan for correctional facility

The county is taking time for additional comment and input before asking the commissioners to sign off on the plan and the facility’s schematic design.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 10, 2024

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Lancaster finalizes 10-year plan for city parks

City Council is scheduled to vote on “Our Parks Lancaster” Tuesday evening.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 9, 2024

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Report: County’s diversion programs, home monitoring, court system grants save $20 million+ a year

President Judge-elect Leonard Brown III presented statistics on the savings at this week’s county budget meeting.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 6, 2024