Government

Government

PennDOT expands documents accepted for REAL ID applications

Beginning May 7, 2025, only REAL ID will be accepted for purposes including boarding domestic airline flights or entering certain federal buildings.

By One United Lancaster - June 8, 2023

Government

City home rule study commission gets under way Thursday

Magisterial District Judge Jodie Richardson will swear in the nine commission members.

By One United Lancaster - June 7, 2023

Government

County provides $300,000 for ‘Pathways to Recovery’ diversion program

It allows magisterial district judges, with the approval of the district attorney’s office, to refer eligible individuals facing addiction-related charges to treatment.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 7, 2023

Government

City, SoWe eye former Strawberry Hill Restaurant for redevelopment

SoWe plans to work closely with the city and Land Bank to vet proposals and serve as a conduit for neighborhood input.

By One United Lancaster - June 5, 2023

Government

Democratic legislators lead $15 minimum wage rally in Reservoir Park

“Folks are working hard, and they’re still getting poverty pay,” state Sen. Art Haywood said. “… It’s holding back our families, holding back our schools, holding back our communities.” 

By Justin Stoltzfus - June 2, 2023

Community

City Hall flag-raising marks start of Pride Month

Lancaster Pride is organizing numerous events this month, including its annual Pride Festival on June 17.

By Justin Stoltzfus - June 2, 2023

Government

June distribution of Farmers Market Nutrition Vouchers canceled due to delays in delivery

Individuals can sign up to be notified when the vouchers are available.

By One United Lancaster - May 31, 2023

Government

City officials unveil Lancaster’s draft comprehensive plan

“Wow,” Mayor Danene Sorace said Wednesday evening as she surveyed the the nearly full auditorium at the Ware Center.

By One United Lancaster - May 25, 2023

Government

Comprehensive plan calls for revitalizing Conestoga River corridor

Planners believe the waterway has tremendous untapped potential to contribute to Lancaster’s identity and quality of life.

By One United Lancaster - May 25, 2023

Government

Thursday, May 25

Music for Everyone, homelessness, Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, Secretary of State, probation officers’ contract talks.

By One United Lancaster - May 25, 2023

Government

City Council approves allowing short-term rentals above storefronts

The amendment also corrected a mistake that resulted in higher parking requirements than intended for homeowners who rent out a single spare room.

By Tim Stuhldreher - May 24, 2023

Government

Report analyzes state police’s 2022 traffic stops

Researchers conducted statistical tests on more than 440,000 stops to look for evidence of racial or ethnic bias.

By One United Lancaster - May 24, 2023