Nonprofits Community Foundation awards $274,000 for environmental initiatives The “Our Planet” awards constitute the fourth and final round of the foundation’s $1 million+ “Shaping Tomorrow” initiative. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 18, 2024
Government County Prison discontinues routine handcuffing in medication-assisted substance abuse treatment program Handcuffing will be limited to individuals with a documented track record of diversion attempts, Warden Steberger said. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 18, 2024
Government County court system plans to pilot changes in early 2025 to speed up lower-level cases A task force headed by Judge Merril Spahn began examining the issue this spring. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 18, 2024
Headlines Friday, Oct. 18 Trump town hall, Hempfield strike, treatment courts, financial records, Homestead Village. By One United Lancaster - October 18, 2024
Opinion Lancaster County bike trails promote recreation, nonmotorized commuting (video) Much of county Principal Planner Mike Domin’s focus over the years has been on bike trail design and implementation. By Bryant Heng - October 17, 2024
Government City housing authority seeks state funding for exterior renovations Lancaster is applying for $2 million for the authority from the Local Share Account program and $1 million for its affiliate, Partners With Purpose. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 17, 2024
Headlines Thursday, Oct. 17 Hempfield strike vote, Greenfield apartments, energy, pharmaceutical reimbursement. By One United Lancaster - October 17, 2024
Government Voting rolls swell, mail-in ballots pour in as Lancaster County prepares for Nov. 5 election As of Wednesday, there were 361,859 registered voters in Lancaster County, an all-time record. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 16, 2024
Government County Elections Office extends its expanded hours in run-up to Election Day The office is on the first floor of the County Government Center, 150 N. Queen St., Lancaster. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 16, 2024
Community Your vote matters: Local advocates urge voting, civic participation Leaders of four local organizations offered resources for learning about issues and candidates and advocated for respect and civility in public discourse. By Tim Stuhldreher - October 16, 2024
Headlines Wednesday, Oct. 16 Teachers strike vote, Trash hauler lawsuit, Senate debate, attorney general debate, contemplative citizenship. By One United Lancaster - October 16, 2024
Community Millersville U. to screen ‘Stripped for Parts,’ documentary depicting hedge fund undermining local newspapers A local screening Oct. 23 will feature the director and a panel of local journalism professionals including One United Lancaster’s editor, Tim Stuhldreher. By One United Lancaster - October 15, 2024