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Uninvited troops in American cities mark departure from the past [column]
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Uninvited troops in American cities mark departure from the past [column]

Scenes of federal troops marching down streets in cities such as Chicago, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon, should be a disturbing sight for all Americans. We are not

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 2h

How cats conquered the world — and me [column]
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How cats conquered the world — and me [column]

“When a man loves cats, I am his friend and comrade, without further introduction.” — Mark Twain

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 2h

When government shuts down, America’s airspace feels it [column]
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When government shuts down, America’s airspace feels it [column]

When the federal government in Washington, D.C., shuts down, air traffic controllers don’t. They still go to work — keeping aircraft safely separated, managing thousands of flights a day, even

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 3h

Assessing the legalities of National Guard deployments in US cities [column]
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Assessing the legalities of National Guard deployments in US cities [column]

This “country has a longstanding and foundational tradition of resistance to government overreach, especially in the form of military intrusion into civil affairs. ... This historical tradition boils...

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 3h

Please participate in our democracy and prepare for Nov. 4 municipal election [editorial]
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Please participate in our democracy and prepare for Nov. 4 municipal election [editorial]

THE ISSUE

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 3h

Reflecting by the sea on realities besetting our nation [column]
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Reflecting by the sea on realities besetting our nation [column]

We recently returned from a few weeks at the beach. It was a welcome respite and much needed. I didn’t realize how much though, until I sat in my beach

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

A visit to Abbey Road Studios is a dream for music fans. The legendary London recording studio is the namesake of the Beatles’ 11th album, captured the magic of Pink Floyd’s experimental sound with “The Piper at the Gates of…
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Classical duo featuring Ephrata oboist wants to record at Abbey Road, will fundraise at concert

A visit to Abbey Road Studios is a dream for music fans. The legendary London recording studio is the namesake of the Beatles’ 11th album, captured the magic of Pink

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

In the past three weeks, I've seen 22 concert sets — which is kind of wild to think about.
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3 takeaways from seeing 22 concert sets in 3 weeks [Unscripted column]

In the past three weeks, I've seen 22 concert sets — which is kind of wild to think about.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

When Gale White of East Petersburg hatched the idea to create a community-based quilt project depicting her Traditions of America neighborhood, she was hoping for seven people to help.
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Quilt project brings together more than 30 residents at Traditions of America in East Petersburg [photos]

When Gale White of East Petersburg hatched the idea to create a community-based quilt project depicting her Traditions of America neighborhood, she was hoping for seven people to help.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

If you’ve recently heard the term “fibermaxxing,” it’s a trend encouraging people to pack as much fiber as possible into every meal. As dietitians, we love seeing fiber get attention. After all, most Americans don’t come close to the recommended…
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'Fibermaxxing' may be a bit much, but fall produce can help you get more fiber [nutrition column]

If you’ve recently heard the term “fibermaxxing,” it’s a trend encouraging people to pack as much fiber as possible into every meal. As dietitians, we love seeing fiber get attention.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

If you’ve recently heard the term “fibermaxxing,” it’s a trend encouraging people to pack as much fiber as possible into every meal. As dietitians, we love seeing fiber get attention. After all, most Americans don’t come close to the recommended…
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'Fibermaxxing' may be a bit much, but fall produce can help you get more fiber [nutrition column]

If you’ve recently heard the term “fibermaxxing,” it’s a trend encouraging people to pack as much fiber as possible into every meal. As dietitians, we love seeing fiber get attention.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

The one great event in Gap each year was the Fire Company Carnival. The carnival was a fundraiser, and people came from miles around to attend.
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Pony was the prize at Gap carnival in 1943 [I Know a Story column]

The one great event in Gap each year was the Fire Company Carnival. The carnival was a fundraiser, and people came from miles around to attend.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

Ainsley Bounds was no longer comfortable feeling comfortable.
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Manheim Township junior was tired of feeling comfortable. So she's studying in Thailand for 2 years

Ainsley Bounds was no longer comfortable feeling comfortable.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 4h

Plenty more notes and nuggets coming up with the Helmet Sticker post; for now, a bunch of morsels from the Week 8 games:
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News and notables aplenty to wrap up Week 8: 3 L-L League football facts for Oct. 12

Plenty more notes and nuggets coming up with the Helmet Sticker post; for now, a bunch of morsels from the Week 8 games:

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 11h

On Saturday, firefighters and police officers from across Lancaster County traded their uniforms and badges for jerseys and hockey sticks for the second annual Battle of the Badges game.
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Over $7,000 raised for families of slain York County detectives at 'Battle of the Badges' hockey game

On Saturday, firefighters and police officers from across Lancaster County traded their uniforms and badges for jerseys and hockey sticks for the second annual Battle of the Badges game.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 12h

At least six people are displaced after a fire damaged a southern Lancaster County home Saturday, officials said.
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2-alarm fire engulfs home in Drumore Township Saturday

At least six people are displaced after a fire damaged a southern Lancaster County home Saturday, officials said.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 12h

HERSHEY — The Lancaster-Lebanon League’s two girls who won this year’s Class 3A and 2A tennis singles titles earned silver medals at the District Three championships Saturday at Hershey Racquet Club.
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L-L girls nab a pair of silvers at District 3 tennis finals

HERSHEY — The Lancaster-Lebanon League’s two girls who won this year’s Class 3A and 2A tennis singles titles earned silver medals at the District Three championships Saturday at Hershey Racquet

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 14h

The voice Jane Younger uses to break the huddle is different from her regular voice. It’s a little deeper and more gravelly.
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Conestoga Valley field hockey carries its breakthrough season into L-L League semifinals

The voice Jane Younger uses to break the huddle is different from her regular voice. It’s a little deeper and more gravelly.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 16h

WYOMISSING — Twin Valley unleashed a relentless second-half ground game Saturday, grinding Wyomissing down for a 28-6 Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Four victory in a battle of state-ranked teams at Wolfrum Field.Drew Engle powered his way for 199 yards and a…
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Twin Valley downs Wyomissing in battle of L-L football powers

WYOMISSING — Twin Valley unleashed a relentless second-half ground game Saturday, grinding Wyomissing down for a 28-6 Lancaster-Lebanon League Section Four victory in a battle of state-ranked teams...

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 17h

MYERSTOWN — Morgan Hook and the Penn Manor field hockey team are making up for lost time.
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Penn Manor plays with purpose, downs Elco for L-L field hockey semifinal bid

MYERSTOWN — Morgan Hook and the Penn Manor field hockey team are making up for lost time.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 20h

Manheim Central’s Makenna Hess had absorbed a field hockey stick to the head. She was knocked down on occasion while attempting to pursue the ball. She was asked by her coaching staff at one point, “Are you OK,” and gave…
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Workhorse junior gives Manheim Central extra nudge in L-L field hockey quarterfinal victory

Manheim Central’s Makenna Hess had absorbed a field hockey stick to the head. She was knocked down on occasion while attempting to pursue the ball. She was asked by her

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 20h

Karys Craver cannot stop singing the praises of the young Warwick backline.
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Warwick field hockey's young backline a core component in L-L League quarterfinal win over Annville-Cleona

Karys Craver cannot stop singing the praises of the young Warwick backline.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 1d

Monday, Oct. 13, is Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Here is a list of what’s open and closed for it.
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Lancaster County closings for Columbus Day 2025

Monday, Oct. 13, is Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Here is a list of what’s open and closed for it.

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 1d

Some top takeaways from Friday’s Week 8 action. Had a late night Friday; had to hoof it back to home base after covering Garden Spot in Bucks County. Not a lot of in-depth stuff here, but enough to keep you…
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Top takeaways from Friday's Week 8 games: 3 L-L League football facts for Oct. 11

Some top takeaways from Friday’s Week 8 action. Had a late night Friday; had to hoof it back to home base after covering Garden Spot in Bucks County. Not a

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LNP | LancasterOnline @lancasteronline.bsky.social · 1d

Probably once a day your loyal Watchdog sees drivers cruise through a red light in Lancaster city.
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Lancaster city makes headway on red-light cameras [Lancaster Watchdog]

Probably once a day your loyal Watchdog sees drivers cruise through a red light in Lancaster city.

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