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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

Government

Plaintiffs, including SDL, prevail in ‘fair funding’ education lawsuit

The state agencies named in the suit are expected to appeal.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 7, 2023

Government

Chief Mendez discusses law enforcement with Mayor Sorace at Hourglass forum (video)

Mendez never set out to become chief, but it’s been rewarding, he said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 7, 2023

Government

City Council votes to place home rule study commission question on May 16 ballot

Monday’s vote is City Council’s only vote in the home rule process, Council President Amanda Bakay said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 6, 2023