Community Office of Aging to distribute Farmers Market Nutrition Vouchers starting in July The vouchers were to be distributed in June, but a mix-up with the state’s printing vendor led to a delay. By One United Lancaster - June 30, 2023
Government County commissioners finalize ARPA community grant framework, OK funds for 911 system upgrade The application period is open, and proposals will be accepted through Aug. 31. By One United Lancaster - June 28, 2023
Government Commissioners to finalize details of second ARPA community grant round Commissioner Ray D’Agostino has proposed a framework that would provide $6 million for awards to community entities. By Tim Stuhldreher - June 27, 2023
Government County eyes $9.7 million from ARPA for 911 tower upgrades, other IT projects Upgrades of emergency communications equipment is a core eligible purpose under ARPA guidelines. By Tim Stuhldreher - June 27, 2023
Government Prison to expand medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder with $500,000 state grant (update) Officials estimate about 30% of individuals entering the prison have an opioid use disorder. By One United Lancaster - June 27, 2023
Government Report: Inexperience, turnover led to Luzerne County ballot shortage in November The ballot paper shortage in Luzerne County last fall drew national attention. By Votebeat - June 26, 2023
Government Lancaster County lifts burn ban The prohibition is rescinded as of 10:30 a.m. this morning. By One United Lancaster - June 21, 2023
Government County to consider providing $6 million for 2nd round of ARPA grants Commissioner John Trescot suggested the county should retain less in ARPA for itself and provide more for community investment. By Justin Stoltzfus - June 20, 2023
Government Legislators eyeing education, housing as deadline nears on state budget “I don’t foresee a prolonged impasse,” state Sen. Ryan Aument said at the Lancaster Chamber’s “Wake Up to the Issues” forum. By Tim Stuhldreher - June 16, 2023
Government DA’s office seeks funding to translate court documents They would be rendered in Spanish, Arabic, Nepali and Swahili, which account for 90% of local requests for court interpretation services. By Tim Stuhldreher - June 15, 2023
Government Local housing initiatives receive $2.3 million in PHARE funding The allocations are part of $61.5 million going to more than 300 projects statewide. By One United Lancaster - June 14, 2023
Government Pa. county rejects flawed mail-in ballots, then rejects provisional ballots, too The ACLU has filed suit, saying Delaware County misinterpreted state election law. By One United Lancaster - June 13, 2023