Government

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

Government

Lancaster plans four meetings to publicize home rule question, help commission candidates complete petitions

“This is a very public, community-oriented process,” Mayor Danene Sorace said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 6, 2023

Community

Coming soon to a block near you: Neighborhood Leaders Academy participants preview their projects

Nearly 100 individuals have graduated from NLA since its founding in 2019.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 3, 2023

Government

Residents complain of hurry to get home rule referendum question on May ballot

City Council will be voting Monday on the first step of a process first broached publicly less than a week ago.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 2, 2023

Community

County hears from community on pool, parks at Crispus Attucks discussion

The county is planning a follow-up meeting, probably in late March.

By Tim Stuhldreher - February 1, 2023