Two local 4-H’ers competed in the recent national Make It With Wool contest after having earned their spots there in the statewide competition last year.
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Diamond opens new district office in Jonestown, touts central location
State Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) has opened up his new district office at 175 South Lancaster Street in Jonestown.
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What the duck? Rare bird from Europe and Asia spotted at Lebanon landfill
The common shelduck is not so common in Pennsylvania, and it has drawn hordes of bird enthusiasts to the landfill.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of February 6
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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Fate of a pre-Civil War Campbelltown building by Rising Sun remains uncertain
A decision on whether a historic building on Campbelltown’s main street will be demolished to allow the expansion of a landmark restaurant will not be made until mid-March at the earliest, and could hinge on statements made in an obscure, 20-year-old survey.
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Mystery leaker pushes intra-party feud into spotlight; prelude to factious primary
Dan Bost doesn’t want to see this story published, and neither presumably does Mike Kuhn. So the question is – Who does?
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Lebanon County resolves conflicted court case issue for indigent defendants
Lebanon County Commissioners entered into an agreement with two law firms to provide legal services for conflicted cases.
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Pa. House control will likely be decided by special elections this week
The Pennsylvania state House has been unable to function for a month. Three special elections this week could end the standoff, though big questions remain.
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Pennsylvanians were asked what they want to change about the state House
As the Pennsylvania state House remains deadlocked, members of the public told Speaker Mark Rozzi they want more bipartisan cooperation, open primaries, and less reliance on constitutional amendments.
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Primary season has officially begun in Lebanon County; petition packets ready
Packages for candidates interested in running in the spring 2023 municipal primary election are now available at the Lebanon County Bureau of Elections.
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Jonestown Borough launches app to to help residents stay informed, engaged
In late 2022, Jonestown Borough launched a new cross-platform mobile app designed to make it easier for borough residents to stay informed and engaged with local happenings.
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Gebhard, Diamond are top GOP members on state gaming oversight committees
Lebanon County legislators state Rep. Russ Diamond (R-102) and state Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) have been tapped to serve in leadership positions for the GOP on the committees that oversee the commonwealth’s Gaming Control Board.
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You’re invited! A free ‘How Harrisburg Works’ event on Pennsylvania special elections
Two days after critical special elections are held in Allegheny County, Spotlight PA will host a free event explaining how these contests work and why they matter.
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Pa. takes over troubled mortgage relief program from contractor after complaints, backlogs
Officials in Pennsylvania have temporarily halted applications for mortgage, utility, and tax relief as they make the transition.
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Michael Schroeder will announce his bid for county commissioner on Wednesday
Democrat Michael Schroeder will announce a run for Lebanon County Commissioner in a press conference on Wednesday, Feb. 1.