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City to host Hispanic Heritage Festival on Saturday

Lancaster will wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month with a free festival this weekend. The event begins at noon in Binns Park and Ewell Plaza, the two …

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By One United Lancaster - October 13, 2022

Government

ARPA-funded upgrades planned for county’s police, firefighter training facilities (photos, video)

The enhancements will bring Lancaster County’s law enforcement and emergency response services to the next level, state Sen. Ryan Aument said.

By Kyle Gamble - October 12, 2022

Government

ARPA funding enables Lancaster Township fire station project to get under way

“The rescuers needed rescuing,” Fire Chief Steve Roy said.

By One United Lancaster - October 12, 2022

Government

Commissioners: VisionCorps ‘Tech Lab’ meets ARPA criteria; three other applicants fall short

The commissioners say ARPA should fund high-impact investments, not operational costs.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 11, 2022

Government

YWCA Lancaster, Chestnut Housing receive affordable housing grants

Just under $1.2 million in HOME-ARP funds will go toward 12 residential units.

By One United Lancaster - October 6, 2022

Government

Commissioners decline to provide ARPA funds for public safety agencies’ operational, renovation costs

They are reluctant to fund operational costs such as equipment purchases and facility renovations with a one-time revenue source.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 5, 2022

Government

County moves closer to a spending plan for opioid settlement

The county is expecting about $16 million over the next 18 years, and has received the first installment, $644,846.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 5, 2022

Government

Security grants available for nonprofits at risk of hate crimes

There is $5 million available statewide to be distributed in grants of $5,000 to $150,000.

By One United Lancaster - October 3, 2022

Government

Ewell Plaza opens; Barney Ewell statue dedication coming Nov. 19

Mayor Danene Sorace said Ewell Plaza celebrates “one of Lancaster’s best” and will be a vibrant public space for all to enjoy.

By Tim Stuhldreher - September 30, 2022

Government

With modifications, redevelopment at former St. Joseph Hospital wins City Council OK

The approval includes conditions intended to increase the visual appeal of the redevelopment’s 53 townhouses.

By Tim Stuhldreher - September 29, 2022

Government

Lancaster will have new fee structure, rental inspection system in 2023

Properties will be inspected at least once every six years, more frequently for those with a history of violations.

By Tim Stuhldreher - September 29, 2022

Government

County to use eminent domain to obtain final section of property for prison

The county had arranged to buy the property, but a legal challenge has prompted a change in procedure.

By Tim Stuhldreher - September 29, 2022