The Lebanon County Historical Society will host a free lecture about Sarah Tyson Rorer on March 19.
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Top gaming regulators in Pa. met with industry lobbyists before coming out against a casino competitor
The state Gaming Control Board, which previously took no position on the legality of skill games despite casino opposition, reversed course after their meeting with Parx Casino representatives.
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Thousands of migrating geese return to Middle Creek in yearly natural spectacle
It’s that time of year: tens of thousands of snow geese migrating north for the warm months are once again stopping over at the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area in southeast Lebanon County.
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Shapiro sat courtside at a Sixers game with a donor in what his campaign called a ‘political meeting’
A spokesperson for Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro wouldn’t say who paid for the pricey tickets, but said the expenses will be reported as an in-kind campaign contribution.
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Lady Falcons raise $3,000 for Ronald McDonald House of Central PA
The Lady Falcons went to the line for a local charity – and raised $3,000 in the process.
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Future of 858-acre solar farm in North Annville goes to Lebanon County court
Whether a proposed 858-acre solar panel farm in rural North Annville Township will be built is in the hands of a local judge, and there is no word on when a decision will be handed down.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of February 13
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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Megan Ryland Tanner is third candidate for Lebanon County judge seat
Lebanon attorney Megan Ryland Tanner is the latest candidate for the Lebanon County Court of Common Pleas vacancy created by the retirement last year of Judge Samuel A. Kline.
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County moves sheriff’s sales online; move expected to increase revenue
The Sheriff’s Office of Lebanon County is moving its sheriff’s sales online. The new platform went live in January, and will host the first county auction on Feb. 14 at 10 a.m.
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Shapiro, Pa. lawmakers face multibillion-dollar budget question after major school funding ruling
Should the ruling stand, Gov. Josh Shapiro and the divided Pennsylvania legislature will be faced with a multibillion-dollar challenge with no prescribed solution.
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Tracking Josh Shapiro’s biggest campaign promises
New Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro made a lot of promises on the campaign trail. As Shapiro begins the work of governing, Spotlight PA is tracking his progress keeping them.
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5 ways Pa.’s marijuana laws could change in 2023
The Pennsylvania legislature is considering everything from expanding who can get medical marijuana to full legalization. Here’s what you need to know.
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Jonestown Borough Council appoints David Charest as newest councilman
At Tuesday’s meeting, Jonestown Borough Council appointed David Charest as councilman. This comes after former Councilman Don Raiger resigned in December.
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St. Cecilia’s Church prepares for 2023 sale; about 70K fasnachts will be sold
Saint Cecilia’s Church fasnacht sale is approaching quickly, and organizers are again ready to deliver the sugary fried donuts – a Pennsylvania Dutch staple – in staggering quantities.
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Democrats sweep special elections, affirming first Pa. House majority in 12 years
Democrats have won three special elections for Pennsylvania’s state House, which means they officially control the chamber after a month-long impasse with Republicans.