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County, municipal and state governance and politics, with an emphasis on issues relevant to nonprofits.

County to seek state election funding, will stick with vendor NPC

Commissioners Josh Parsons and Ray D’Agostino reiterated their opposition to Pennsylvania’s election law, calling it unworkable and unconstitutional.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 27, 2022

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Commissioners approve YWCA contract, but put nonprofits on notice about activism

“Nonprofits in Lancaster County have to decide if they want to work and do the mission or whether they want to be political advocacy organizations,” Commissioner Josh Parsons said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 27, 2022

Government

GOP commissioners oppose YWCA contract, citing political activity (update)

YWCA Lancaster has become “essentially a political organization,” Commissioner Josh Parsons said Tuesday.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 26, 2022

Government

With ARPA, Lancaster County makes its largest-ever investment in clean water

The county’s nearly $3.5 million will leverage just over $9 million in additional funding, supporting 11 high-priority projects.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 26, 2022

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Commissioners name community members to prison advisory committee

The new prison is expected to be the largest and most complex project in county history.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 26, 2022

Government

City housing update: More than 1,200 residential units are in the development pipeline

“I feel really, really bullish and excited,” city Director of Community Planning & Economic Development Chris Delfs said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 22, 2022

Community

Emergency shelter for displaced Motel 6 tenants closed; officials say most tenants are resettled

Relocation assistance has been provided to nearly 40 individuals, officials said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 21, 2022

Government

Pa. call centers ready to handle calls from ‘988’ hotline, officials say

Human Services Acting Secretary Meg Snead called 988 “a historic step to increase access to life-saving support when people need it most.”

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 20, 2022

Government

Lancaster among cities nationwide dealing with legacy lead water pipes

An NPR article published Wednesday illustrates the challenges cities like Lancaster face in eliminating lead from their water systems and the importance of doing so. It …

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 20, 2022