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Published September 23Mayor Jaime Arroyo Proclaims September 15–October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month
Mayor Jaime Arroyo has proclaimed September 15–October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Lancaster. “The City of Lancaster has a significant number of residents whose families originate from Puerto Rico and countries such as the Dominican Republic, Cuba,…
Melvin E. Miller
Melvin E. “Mel” Miller, 79, Denver, Pa., formerly of Sarasota, Fla., and also of Millersburg, Nappanee and Etna Green, died […]
City of Lancaster
Published September 21City of Lancaster Seeking Applicants for Board, Commission, and Authority Vacancies
The City of Lancaster is seeking community volunteers for various Boards, Commissions, and Authorities, including: All appointments are made by the Mayor with the consent of City Council. The City utilizes a single application for members of the public to express interest in…
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Published September 18College Football Saturday — Slippery Rock on 97.7 and the SRock Audio Network
College Football Saturday: –#11-ranked Slippery Rock will visit Millersville for a noon kick-off. Hear the game on The Rock Station 97.7fm beginning with the Coach Shawn Lutz Show at 11:30am. The Slippery Rock games can also be heard each week on the Beaver County stations WBVP…
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Published September 14Woman Accused of Delivering K-2 to Inmate at SCI Mahanoy
A Christiana woman was jailed Monday after Pennsylvania State Police accused her of bringing K-2 into State Correctional Institution (SCI) Mahanoy and delivering it to an inmate during a visit. Charges Filed Against Alyssa Marie Murray Alyssa Marie Murray, 32, is charged with…
Data Center Task Force Applications Open
Applications to serve on the Lancaster County Data Center Task Force are now open. Apply by September 25, 2026.
City of Lancaster
Published September 11Queen Street to Temporarily Close on 9/13/2026 for Crane Operations
Project Contact: Jared Marcotte – 717-476-7223 – jared@ironstagcrane.com The 000 block of N. Queen St. between W. King St. and W. Orange St. will be closed on September 13th from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Iron Stag Crane Service and other contractors will be closing the 000 block of N.…
City of Lancaster
Published September 09Notice of Availability of Capital Budget, Public Hearing and Action on Capital Budget
Notice is hereby given that the proposed Capital Program/Capital Budget of the City of Lancaster for the fiscal years 2027-2031 is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Office of the City Clerk, Lancaster City Hall, 120 North Duke Street, Lancaster,…
City of Lancaster
Published September 04City of Lancaster Closed for Labor Day
In observance of Labor Day, the following City services will be affected on Monday, September 7: City Offices All City of Lancaster offices will be closed. Street Cleaning There will be no street cleaning. Parking Enforcement Street cleaning, metered parking, and residential…
Now Hiring - Human Resources Director
Lancaster County is hiring a Human Resources Director to lead the County's HR function and shape its direction for years to come.
City of Lancaster
Published August 21Public Safety Announcement from the City of Lancaster Fire Marshal’s Office
On August 5, 2026, a fire occurred in the city that injured two people and destroyed two homes. Investigators believe a squishy dumpling toy contributed to the fire. Coincidentally, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning to consumers on August 5 about the…
City of Lancaster
Published August 21Mayor Arroyo to Appoint Randell Zook as Police Chief
Mayor Jaime Arroyo announced today that he intends to appoint Acting Police Chief Randell Zook as police chief, pending City Council approval Aug. 25. If approved, Zook’s appointment would take effect Aug. 31. “Public safety is foundational to every other priority we have as a…