Government DA Adams, Judge Ashworth stand by county’s ‘good work’ reducing incarceration Lancaster County’s efforts over the past few years are among the country’s most successful, the district attorney said. By Tim Stuhldreher - February 17, 2023
Government County finalizing solicitation for correctional facility design team The county remains on track to complete and occupy the new building by late 2026, Commissioner Ray D’Agostino said. By Tim Stuhldreher - February 17, 2023
Government Police, fire, EMS services facing ‘catastrophe,’ leaders tell legislators Emergency responders are seeking reforms and financial support from state government. By One United Lancaster - February 16, 2023
Government Want to learn about Lancaster’s home rule initiative? Attend one of these five community meetings The meetings will inform residents about home rule and give candidates seeking to join a home rule commission an opportunity to collect petition signatures. By One United Lancaster - February 16, 2023
Government Pa. takes over pandemic mortgage assistance program from vendor, pauses applications to reassess The Homeowners Assistance Fund has a backlog of around 18,000 applications statewide. By Justin Stoltzfus - February 15, 2023
Government It’s official: Northwest municipalities incorporate EMS authority Organizers hope the initiative will serve as a model for other EMS agencies. By Justin Stoltzfus - February 15, 2023
Government Ephrata leaders: Zoning for Good Samaritan winter shelter isn’t at risk The nonprofit had warned of a movement to bar churches from hosting shelters, but officials said such rumors are groundless. By Justin Stoltzfus - February 14, 2023
Government Court won’t help Senate committee to force release of voter info The Commonwealth Court said the Pa. Senate Intergovernmental Operations Committee can enforce a subpoena under its own authority. By Votebeat - February 13, 2023
Government Sen. Casey: Federal government should invest in local services (video) The Pennsylvania is pushing for three bills to improve police interactions with people with disabilities and enhance alternatives to 911. By Tim Stuhldreher - February 10, 2023
Government Former Lancaster police Chief John Bey hired to oversee corrections in Dauphin County Bey will supervise the Dauphin County Prison, its work release program and its judicial center. By Tim Stuhldreher - February 9, 2023
Government County considering a limited ‘pilot’ test of electronic poll books in May primary The county Election Board expects to vote on the idea by mid-March. By Tim Stuhldreher - February 9, 2023
Community County planners, Lancaster Chamber will host regional consortiums this month to discuss development, growth management Attendees will learn about places2040, Lancaster County’s comprehensive plan, and have a chance to offer feedback. By Justin Stoltzfus - February 9, 2023