House Passes Schlegel Resolution to Promote Awareness of Retinal Blindness on Behalf of Local College Student with the Disease
On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Resolution 349, sponsored by Rep. John Schlegel (R-Lebanon), designating April 2024 as Retinal Blindness Awareness Month in Pennsylvania. The resolution was presented on behalf of 20-year-old Gracyn Smith of Lebanon County, a sophomore at Coastal Carolina University, who was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa at the age of 5.Rep. John Schlegel, the sponsor of the legislation, expressed his personal connection to Gracyn, stating, "I have known Gracyn for a couple of years and had the privilege of...
How many companies in cities in Lebanon County received FDA inspections in Q1 2023?
There was one company in a city associated with Lebanon County that received an FDA inspection in the first quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
- 77.1% of Lebanon County residents old enough to vote in 2021
- Schlegel Resolution on Retinal Blindness Focuses on Local Student
- Census Bureau: 79.3% of people in Potter County were old enough to vote in 2021
- How many companies in cities in Lebanon County received FDA inspections in 2023?
- Census Bureau: 82.1% of people in Columbia County were old enough to vote in 2021
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Unclaimed Property Focus of Treasury Event
Mar. 05, 2024 - JONESTOWN – Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) will host Pennsylvania Treasury personnel at his office Thursday, March 21, to help residents of the 102nd District retrieve unclaimed property that may be due to them. Unclaimed items may include bank deposits, forgotten stocks, uncashed checks, unused gift cards, life insurance policies, proceeds from safe deposit boxes, and much more. Information about searching for unclaimed property can be found at patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property/.Treasury personnel will be at Diamond’s office (175 S. Lancaster St.,...
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Local Fire, EMS Companies Receive State Grants, Says Schlegel
State Representative John Schlegel, from the 101st Legislative District, announced today that 12 fire companies in the district have received state grants totaling nearly $170,000. The grants were awarded through the 2023-24 Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program and will support various needs of the fire and EMS companies.According to Schlegel, the grants can be used for a range of purposes including the construction or renovation of stations, the purchase or repair of equipment, training, debt reduction, education and public outreach, as well as staff...
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Budget Overspending Detrimental for PA’s Future, Diamond Says
In a recent statement, Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) criticized Gov. Josh Shapiro's budget proposal, stating that it would have a detrimental impact on Pennsylvania's future. According to Diamond, the governor's plan would deplete the state's savings by raiding $15.9 billion from the General Fund surplus and Rainy Day Fund balances.Diamond highlighted that the governor's proposal represents an 8.4% increase in spending over the current fiscal year. He expressed concern that the excessive spending would come at a cost to the taxpayers. Diamond stated, "I’m sure it is fun...
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Diamond Introduces COVID Amnesty Bill in Support of Pennsylvania's Business Owners and Professionals
Jan. 23, 2024 - In a move to provide critical relief for Pennsylvanians who faced disciplinary actions during the COVID-19 pandemic, Rep. Russ Diamond (R-Lebanon) has introduced House Bill 1969. The bill aims to reinstate licenses, registrations, certificates, and permits that were suspended or revoked due to failure to comply with COVID-19 protocols set forth by the Governor and the Secretary of Health.Speaking about the legislation, Rep. Diamond highlighted the need to address the grievances faced by business owners and professionals who were penalized for trying to...
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Grants Approved for Local Water, Sewer Infrastructure Projects, Schlegel Says
HARRISBURG - The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has allocated over $2.2 million in state grants for water and sewer system infrastructure enhancements in Lebanon County's 101st Legislative District, according to Rep. John Schlegel (R-Lebanon). The grants were approved during a meeting this morning and are part of the COVID-19 American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) H20 PA fund and the PA Small Water and Sewer fund.The grants include:- North Cornwall Township will receive $1 million for the replacement of its Dairy Road pumping station, along with an additional grant...
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North Cornwall & North Lebanon Twp Joint Meeting on March 15, 2023
North Cornwall & North Lebanon Twp Joint Meeting on March 15, 2023.
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Police Storytime with the Lebanon Elks @LEB on March 11, 2023
Join Lebanon police officers, other community helpers and members of the Lebanon Elks Lodge as we celebrate our local police in honor of Lieutenant William D. Lebo.
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Special Olympics Gymnastics on March 13, 2023
Special Olympics Gymnastics on March 13, 2023.
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Learn about your Android Phone with this two-part FITT class
Learn about your Android Phone with this two-part FITT class!
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