January 27, 2021 8 min read
Editor’s Note: We are standardizing the format for daily COVID-19 case data updates. These articles may feel repetitious but we want each one to stand alone in terms of providing maximum context around the data. This is the update for Wednesday, January 27.
The number of new COVID-19 cases over the last 14 days per 100,000 residents is currently at 815 for Lebanon County.
In terms of relative comparisons, the current figure of 815 new COVID-19 cases over the last 14 days per 100,000 residents is 52% lower than Lebanon County’s figures one month ago and 44% lower compared to 14 days ago. The current count of 815 new cases over the last 14 days per 100,000 residents is 212% higher than the all-time high this spring, 261, which occurred on April 21.
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Suicide Attempt – On Jan. 17, 2021 at approximately 5:15 p.m., PSP Jonestown was dispatched to the residence located on the 00 block of Cottage Ln. in Millcreek Twp. for a report of an unconscious female who was suspected to have overdosed. The Victim’s boyfriend contacted 911 after he discovered the Victim unconscious in the bathroom of the residence. It is believed the Victim attempted to commit suicide by ingesting an unknown amount of a prescribed pill substance(s). The Victim was transported to the WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon City for treatment.
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Accident – On Jan. 8 at 11:33 p.m. at 100 Tuck Street, a 51 year old Lebanon man was attempting to back out of a stall and struck the side of a 55 year old Lebanon woman in the driver side front and rear doors. Damage was minor to both vehicles. No injuries reported, vehicles were driven.
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The Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce has elected a new slate of officers for 2021 – and, with an eye to COVID-19, is gearing up to do what it can to help local businesses survive the pandemic.
“This year, our focus is not only on economic recovery, but entrepreneurial growth and workforce development,” Chamber president and CEO Karen Groh told LebTown, noting the Chamber “will continue its strong advocacy with the our legislators, to make sure we are representing the voice of our members and addressing the issues most impacting their operations.”
Chamber board chairman Brett Holland said the goal for 2021 “would be to continue to support our local community, work forces development, be a point of contact for information regarding help that is available and assist towards helping our neighbors and friends get back to a healthy place, especially on their balance sheets!”
In terms of relative comparisons, the current figure of 1,201 new COVID-19 cases over the last 14 days per 100,000 residents is the same as Lebanon County's figures one month ago and 30% lower compared to 14 days ago.