C.R.A.S.H. to host second part of ‘We Can’t Wait Summit’
(Source: C.R.A.S.H.) A local advocacy group is hosting the second of three online summits on social justice this Saturday, Feb. 27. The session, titled "We Can't Wait: Mobilization," will run from...
Partnership for Learning Equity announces All Star Code summer course
(Source: The Steinman Foundation) Young Black and Latino men can learn computer coding and web development skills this summer through a free six-week program, the Lancaster County Partnership for Learning...
With its drop-off schedule now full, VITA Lancaster tax prep service promotes free online options
Lancaster County's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program said Tuesday that it has filled all its available appointments for drop-off tax preparation services. However, VITA continues to offer two other...
Black leaders in Lancaster: Deborah Gadsden
Deborah Gadsden (Photo: PhotOle Photography) Born and raised in Dauphin County, Deborah Wilson Gadsden has worked in child welfare for nearly half a century. In December, she became the first...
Black leaders in Lancaster: The Rev. Roland Forbes
The Rev. Roland Forbes (Photo: PhotOle Photography) Growing up in the civil rights era of the 1960s, the Rev. Roland Forbes says he watched race relationships in America as they...
Grace Chapel Food Pantry funds truck repair, food increase with Lancaster Cares grant
Grace Chapel's food pantry building. (Source: Grace Chapel) Food pantries are well-oiled machines: boxes, bags, donations, volunteers, schedules and more coming together in the name of community care. But when...
Pennie re-extends Covid-19 enrollment period
(Source: Pennie.com) Pennie announced Monday that it is reopening for a special Covid-19 enrollment period until May 15 in response to the Biden administration's announcement that federal marketplaces are reopening...
Black leaders in Lancaster: Joshua Hunter
Crispus Attucks Community Center Program Director Joshua Hunter on Jan. 18. (Source: PhotOle Photography) A lifelong Lancastrian, Josh Hunter is committed to educating, empowering and supporting the community he grew...
NAACP webinar to examine Hazel Jackson’s legacy
Hazel I. Jackson (Source: Provided) The life and legacy of local Black education pioneer Hazel I. Jackson will be the topic of a free online seminar on Sunday, Feb. 21,...
Lancaster Partnership for Learning Equity extends enrollment for free, virtual after-school program
(Source: BellXcel / Lancaster Partnership for Learning Equity) The Lancaster Partnership for Learning Equity is extending enrollment for its free, remote after-school program to students in kindergarten through 8th grade....
WellSpan Health relaxes visitation guidelines
WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital (Source: WellSpan Health) WellSpan Health facilities are now allowing one family or support person per stay to visit individuals in inpatient, emergency department, clinic, and outpatient...
Wolf administration announces Covid-19 vaccine joint task force
State Sen. Ryan Aument (Source: Provided) Lancaster County state Rep. Ryan Aument has been named to a task force set up by Gov. Tom Wolf's administration to share information on...
Wolf administration announces expansion of SNAP eligibility to qualifying college students
Pennsylvania will temporarily expand eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), so that needy college students can qualify, the Wolf administration announced Monday. Under the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act...
Wanderlust Coffees brews up global connection, nonprofit support
A sampling of Wanderlust Coffees' locally-roasted blends. (Source: Wanderlust Coffees) Timm Wenger has been committed to bringing global experiences to the Lancaster community for more than a decade. Through the...
Mighty Mehal furthers aid for substance abuse recovery with Lancaster Cares grants
Jenny Mercandetti, founder of The Mighty Mehal Foundation. (Photo: Provided) Jenny Mercandetti's passion for supporting people recovering from substance abuse stems from personal loss and the desire for other families...
Lancaster volunteers give back for MLK Day of Giving
A young volunteer cleans the kitchen at The Mix on Arbor. (Source: Kyle Gamble) Volunteers at Crispus Attucks work at cleaning the kitchen. (Source: Olivia Smucker)...
