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- Siegrist reservoir hits record winter low amid months-long precipitation deficit
- Myerstown Borough Council hears public input on police coverage options, costs
- Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of Feb. 23
- Applications open for 2026 Alletta Schadler Community Service Award
- Five Stones is fighting the good fight
- Lebanon County Career & Technology Center hires new principal
- North Cornwall supervisors talk lighting for 22nd Street bridge project
- Lebanon County Commissioners act on rail trail, park funding requests
- Blotter: Endangering the welfare of children, simple assault, drug possession
- 2-hour delays for county school districts; county government also delayed
- More snow? NWS bumps to Winter Storm Warning; Leb. Co. Weather says 5″ to 9″
- Bridge work planned in Jackson Twp.
- ELCO doesn’t pass sex-based facility-usage policy, hears report on next budget
- N. Londonderry officials asked to close road for simulated shooter scenario
- Mt.GIFF showcases award-winning short films at Englewood Hershey on Feb. 28
- Data center tax break created to boost economy could cost state billions
- New animal livestock club formed in Lebanon County, splits from local 4-H
- North Lebanon Township approves 2026 paving project for bidding
- Replica Liberty Bell set to travel to all Lebanon County Schools
- Jaime Walborn resigns post after historic decade of Lebanon girls basketball
- VA Sec. Collins visits Lebanon VAMC, touts streamlined veteran services
- Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of Feb. 20 to Feb. 22
- Lebanon hoops guard Olive Brandt makes the most of moments great and small
- Lebanon County real estate transfers, sponsored by Reliable Moving and Storage (February 1 to February 15)
- PennDOT seeks comments on plans for Pleasant View Road bridge replacement
- Swatara Township purchases quarter acre tract from Wenger Meetinghouse
- Cease & Desist letter sent to Lebanon County Republican Committee chairman
- Summer activities, executive sessions & speed study top Bethel Twp. agenda
- South Annville board approves zoning changes, reviews DHL building plans
- Annville-Cleona school board requests $1.86 million grant for leaky school roof
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Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of Feb. 23
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of Feb. 23, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Applications open for 2026 Alletta Schadler Community Service Award
Applications are open for the 2025 Alletta Schadler Community Service/Engagement Award, according to an announcement from the Penn State Extension of Lebanon County.
North Cornwall supervisors talk lighting for 22nd Street bridge project
The North Cornwall Township Board of Supervisors discussed additional street lighting for the 22nd Street bridge realignment project at its meeting Tuesday.
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Lebanon County Commissioners act on rail trail, park funding requests
Lebanon County Commissioners move to provide funding for the Lebanon Valley Rail to Trails and Coleman Memorial park at their Feb. 19 meeting.
Blotter: Endangering the welfare of children, simple assault, drug possession
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of February 23
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
William Randall named executive director of United Way of Lebanon County
Bill Randall, a communications and organizational management graduate, has taken the helm as executive director of United Way of Lebanon County.
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In The Net boosts staff ahead of outdoor season; recruiting FT, PT & seasonal staff
In The Net Sports Complex is recruiting full- and part-time employees, as well as college interns, to support its growing operations ahead of a record-breaking outdoor season at its Palmyra facility.
2-hour delays for county school districts; county government also delayed
Annville-Cleona, Cornwall-Lebanon, ELCO, Northern Lebanon, Lebanon, and Palmyra Area school districts have all announced two-hour delays for Monday, Feb. 23, as have Lebanon Christian Academy, New Covenant Christian School, Our Lady of the Cross, and the Lebanon County CTC.
What We’re Reading Elsewhere on the Web
🔗 Lebanon man charged with causing ‘massive explosion,’ claiming to be God, heading to court
The criminal case of a Lebanon County man accused of committing a string of offenses in Lancaster County that ended in a fiery crash is heading to county court, according to a news release.
🔗 3 new AED cabinets installed at Annville-Cleona High School
The Peyton Walker Foundation helped install the new devices at Annville-Cleona High School as part of “Wear Purple Day.”
🔗 Snow geese migration delayed by icy weather at Middle Creek; here’s when they could arrive
Icy weather and crusty snow have delayed the annual snow geese migration to Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area in Pennsylvania, with only about 30 tundra swans and some Canada geese arriving so far.
More snow? NWS bumps to Winter Storm Warning; Leb. Co. Weather says 5″ to 9″
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Lebanon County from early Sunday morning to Monday afternoon.
Weekend Forecast: Weak to moderate storm system late Saturday into Sunday
Here’s your Lebanon County Weather weekend forecast for Friday, Feb. 20, to Sunday, Feb. 22. Sponsored by Jono Ace Hardware.
Bridge work planned in Jackson Twp.
The Jackson Township Board of Supervisors approved plans to repair a partially collapsed wing wall on the South Ramona Road bridge, which is currently restricted to vehicles 10 tons or less.
ELCO doesn’t pass sex-based facility-usage policy, hears report on next budget
The motion for the policy’s final approval failed after the board approved the first reading at the January meeting. This policy would have required students to use the multi-user facilities that align with their sex assigned at birth.
N. Londonderry officials asked to close road for simulated shooter scenario
North Londonderry Township supervisors tabled a request Tuesday to temporarily close Park Drive for a May 4 active shooter training exercise at Palmyra High School, citing concerns about resident notification and all-day traffic disruption.
Mt.GIFF showcases award-winning short films at Englewood Hershey on Feb. 28
The Mount Gretna International Film Festival will host the “Short & Sweet” film screening, a showcase of acclaimed short films from the festival’s 2025 international selections, at a special event on Saturday, Feb. 28.
From Navy veteran to tax pro: How Scott Heckard built a firm rooted in community
Scott Heckard of Heckard Tax Prep LLC: “Before owning a tax firm, I served in the United States Navy. The Navy taught me how to pay attention to the details and never cut corners. I bring that same mindset to your taxes.”
Data center tax break created to boost economy could cost state billions
Opponents argue the tax break is a costly giveaway to an industry dominated by some of the country’s largest and most profitable corporations.
New animal livestock club formed in Lebanon County, splits from local 4-H
The Lebanon Area Fair will recognize a new youth agriculture club launched by former 4-H leaders who say Penn State Extension’s increased oversight and training requirements limited their ability to make local decisions for livestock programs.
North Lebanon Township approves 2026 paving project for bidding
North Lebanon Township supervisors approved putting a 2026 paving project out for bid that will include repaving Heffelfinger Road and Morrissey Drive, with bids opening March 12.
Replica Liberty Bell set to travel to all Lebanon County Schools
The bell has already visited Cornwall-Lebanon schools, which struck up conversations about history as the country’s 250-year anniversary approaches this summer.
Jaime Walborn resigns post after historic decade of Lebanon girls basketball
The Cedars won four straight Lancaster-Lebanon League section titles from 2022 to 2025 and mined 2025 league gold — the program’s first crown since 1979 — under Walborn's watch.
Lebanon County classified ads for the week of February 16
Check out the latest classified ads submitted to LebTown for the week of February 16 – a notice of storage units for rent.
VA Sec. Collins visits Lebanon VAMC, touts streamlined veteran services
Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins honored five Lebanon VA employees during a coining ceremony Tuesday and promoted efforts to streamline services.
Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of Feb. 20 to Feb. 22
This weekend in Lebanon County features a classic tractor show, a community 5K, children’s theater shows, and a humane society fundraiser.
Lebanon hoops guard Olive Brandt makes the most of moments great and small
Lebanon star Olive Brandt finishes her career third on school’s all-time scoring list.
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Amazing stories about Lebanon County’s past
Lebanon County real estate transfers, sponsored by Reliable Moving and Storage (February 1 to February 15)
Here are the real estate transfers recorded in Lebanon County for the first half of February. Sponsored by Reliable Moving and Storage.
PennDOT seeks comments on plans for Pleasant View Road bridge replacement
PennDOT is requesting public comment on plans to replace a Pleasant View Road bridge that crosses an unnamed tributary to Raccoon Creek in East Hanover Township.
Swatara Township purchases quarter acre tract from Wenger Meetinghouse
Swatara Township supervisors unanimously approved the purchase of about a quarter-acre from Wenger Meetinghouse for $25,000, roughly half its appraised value, for a new township building that officials said is far in the future and will require extensive planning.
Cease & Desist letter sent to Lebanon County Republican Committee chairman
A member of the Lebanon County Republican Committee’s executive committee had a Cease and Desist letter sent to the organization’s chairman in early February over alleged actions to remove her from her elected positions with the committee.
Summer activities, executive sessions & speed study top Bethel Twp. agenda
Bethel Township supervisors approved a Spring Fling Vendor Market for April 11 at Lions Park and a July 4 themed pool party celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary.
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South Annville board approves zoning changes, reviews DHL building plans
At the Feb. 11 meeting, the South Annville Township Board of Supervisors unanimously moved to approve Ordinance 02-11-26.
Annville-Cleona school board requests $1.86 million grant for leaky school roof
If the district receives the funding, it will go toward a new roofing system, gutters, downspouts, and approximately 88,280 square feet of shingles.
Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of Feb. 16
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of Feb. 16, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Millcreek Township discusses South Mountain Road bridge replacement
Millcreek Township supervisors directed their engineer to research state grant funding that could cover a large portion of the estimated $326,000 cost to replace a deteriorating bridge on South Mountain Road.
South Londonderry declares Feb. 10, 2026, as ‘Sergeant Gerry Cassel Day’
The Lebanon County Kennel Club also donated $2,734.00 to cover the cost of a heat alarm and door popper system for the new K-9 vehicle.
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