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- What people love about the Lebanon Area Fair
- County commissioners told housing crisis continues in the Lebanon Valley
- Bethel Township to get new $13M water filtration plant by end of 2027
- Palmyra Borough authorizes RETTEW to serve as assistant zoning officer
- Lebanon County to conduct third summer homeless count Aug. 6
- Pa. farmland preservation called an economic ‘powerhouse’ at fair breakfast
- East Hanover supervisors consider developer public sewer request
- Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of July 31 to Aug. 2
- Lebanon city council hears warnings about affordable housing crisis
- City in the woods: Roots of the PA Chautauqua at Mount Gretna
- Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of July 27
- ACLU sues Penn State Health on behalf of Palmyra resident over cancelled surgery
- Transformative youth program at FTIG launches latest class of cadets
- Former Falcon Amani Jones turns ‘one more shot’ into baseball heaven
- Faith community comes together for annual service at Lebanon Area Fair
- 2026 Lebanon Area Fair Queen, Alternate, Princess, and Junior Princess crowned
- Richland Borough officials break ground for new 500,000 gallon water tower
- Blotter: Natural death, missing person, sexual assault, PFA violations
- More nighttime detours set for Route 72 resurfacing work
- Philadelphia homicide suspect arrested in Lebanon during traffic stop
- Cornwall Manor holds ribbon-cutting for Clubhouse at the Woods
- Washington Band of Annville marks 170 years with free concert
- Walden Road bridge reconstruction bumped to 2027
- 3 face new felony charges in alleged abuse of Swatara Township boy
- City fireworks moved to Labor Day weekend
- 2026 Lebanon Area Fair features a diverse lineup of entertainment
- Firefighter Challenge at the Lebanon Area Fair offers premiums for first year
- Lebanon school board OKs more intermediate school update costs
- Lebanon Fair queen program teaches life skills, prepares participants for the future
- Lebanon County Regional Police warns of car thefts
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Gem Miner’s Jubilee Gem, Bead and Jewelry Show returns August 21-23
An international event, vendors from around the world, both wholesale and retail, will feature a variety of items including rough rock, finished fine jewelry, fossils, minerals, beads, loose gemstones, cabochons, pearls, carvings, crystals, findings, tools, and much more.
Pa. farmland preservation called an economic ‘powerhouse’ at fair breakfast
Importance of farmland preservation program, Century Farm recipients highlight breakfast program held Tuesday at Lebanon Area Fair.
East Hanover supervisors consider developer public sewer request
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors briefly discussed a developer request to provide sewer to 10244 Allentown Blvd during a 15-minute meeting July 27.
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We saved you a bite: Hangry Bear Craft Creamery (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
The Lebanon Valley Food Critics’ take: The ice cream from Hangry Bear Craft Creamery is really creamy and comes in a wide variety of flavor combinations.
Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of July 31 to Aug. 2
This weekend in Lebanon County, come on out for the Lebanon Area Fair, live performances, historical talks, and more.
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Lebanon city council hears warnings about affordable housing crisis
Lebanon City council on July 27 received a report on the city’s affordable housing shortage and decided how to spend over $700,000 in federal block grants.
Jono Hardware celebrates grand opening of new store Aug. 7-8
Jono Hardware invites the community to a two-day grand opening event featuring a ribbon-cutting, cornhole tournament, food trucks, giveaways, and major clearance deals.
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City in the woods: Roots of the PA Chautauqua at Mount Gretna
The Pennsylvania Chautauqua at Mount Gretna grew from a wooded picnic grove in 1892 into a lasting center for education, culture, and summer programs.
Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of July 27
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of July 27, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
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🔗 Moyer family enjoys all aspects of Lebanon Area Fair
As the calendar counts down to late July, activity around the Moyer household in North Londonderry Township ramps up — and with good reason.
🔗 Fire damages popular Lebanon County brewery
The fire started at Snitz Creek Brewery shortly after midnight July 11.
🔗 Mysterious corner and carving reveal Lebanon barn’s history
Barn owner Tim Auman has detailed records of the history of the property, showing a man named Felix Landis settled on the 282-acre tract in 1734.
ACLU sues Penn State Health on behalf of Palmyra resident over cancelled surgery
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania filed a lawsuit last week in Dauphin County court against Penn State Health, Penn State Health St. Joseph, and the Pennsylvania State University on behalf of a 23-year-old resident of Palmyra.
Transformative youth program at FTIG launches latest class of cadets
From candidate to cadet, 80 high school students from across Pennsylvania advanced Friday into the Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy’s latest class during a special ceremony at Fort Indiantown Gap.
Lebanon County’s Go-To Weather Forecast
Always know what tomorrow’s weather will bring by following Lebanon County Weather on Facebook.
Former Falcon Amani Jones turns ‘one more shot’ into baseball heaven
Jones is batting .286 with four home runs and 28 RBIs in his first full professional season with the Evansville Otters.
Penn State Extension hosting free garden and nutrition workshop for Lebanon County families
“The Community Garden: Build a Healthy Plate,” a free workshop hosted by Penn State Extension, will help families grow new ideas for preparing garden produce at home.
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August brings horsepower and hidden treasures to the Lebanon Valley Expo
Late summer at the Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds covers a lot of ground this month, from a night of diesel-powered competition to a rail trail race supporting local first responders and a three-day showcase of gems, beads, and jewelry.
Faith community comes together for annual service at Lebanon Area Fair
What started as a small fair service for exhibitors has become a major Sunday worship event at the Lebanon Area Fair, bringing together dozens of denominations.
2026 Lebanon Area Fair Queen, Alternate, Princess, and Junior Princess crowned
Chelsie Bomgardner was crowned fair queen, Anna Houser alternate, Kennedy Sanders princess, and Tenley Fetzer junior princess.
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Richland Borough officials break ground for new 500,000 gallon water tower
Richland Borough officials broke ground Saturday, July 25, for a new project that will bring a $6 million water tank to the municipality in July 2027.
Blotter: Natural death, missing person, sexual assault, PFA violations
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of July 27
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
CCHS Today Livestream Team thrives with help from local business sponsors
Cedar Crest High School’s CCHS Today Livestream Team gives students hands-on experience producing professional-quality live broadcasts for the Cornwall-Lebanon School District community.
Area Agency on Aging seeks to hire Aging Care Management Supervisor 2
The Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging is seeking an Aging Care Management Supervisor 2 (Protective).
More nighttime detours set for Route 72 resurfacing work
Southbound Route 72 will close overnight for more than a week beginning July 30 as crews complete drainage work in Cornwall-area townships.
Philadelphia homicide suspect arrested in Lebanon during traffic stop
Lebanon City Police took a wanted man into custody early Friday after discovering he was sought in a fatal Philadelphia shooting.
Weekend Forecast: Temps to reach low 80s, with no smoke, humidity, or rain
Here’s your Lebanon County Weather weekend forecast for Friday, July 24, to Sunday, July 26. Sponsored by Jono Ace Hardware.
Cornwall Manor holds ribbon-cutting for Clubhouse at the Woods
Cornwall Manor celebrated the opening of its new Clubhouse at the Woods on Thursday, a project aimed at enhancing resident health and connection.
Washington Band of Annville marks 170 years with free concert
The Annville-based volunteer band will celebrate nearly two centuries of music Aug. 2 with an awards show-style concert in Lebanon.
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Amazing stories about Lebanon County’s past
Walden Road bridge reconstruction bumped to 2027
North Cornwall Township Supervisors heard an update on the Walden Road bridge project and granted a time extension to developers of 2040 Quentin Road at their July 21 meeting.
Public notice of project application pending
American Towers LLC is proposing to increase the height of an existing telecommunications tower from 131.9’ to 155’ at 170 Cocalico Road, Robesonia, Lebanon County, PA, Tax Parcel Number 24-2401487-364578-0000.
Free family movie day featuring Zootopia 2 brings families and police together
The James Biever Police-Community Alliance, in partnership with Making a Difference Lebanon, invites families from throughout the community to enjoy a free showing of Zootopia 2 on Sunday, July 26, at the Allen Theatre, 36 E. Main Street, Annville.
3 face new felony charges in alleged abuse of Swatara Township boy
Lebanon County prosecutors have added aggravated assault and unlawful restraint charges against a mother, grandmother, and a third defendant accused of caging a nonverbal 5-year-old boy in a filth-covered bedroom.
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City fireworks moved to Labor Day weekend
Lebanon city’s free fireworks display will now take place Sept. 5 at 9 p.m. at the Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds.
2026 Lebanon Area Fair features a diverse lineup of entertainment
The 70th Lebanon Area Fair, running July 25 through Aug. 1, features its most diverse entertainment lineup yet, including performing sea lions, a top-rated midway show and a tribute to late fair legend Al Shade.
Firefighter Challenge at the Lebanon Area Fair offers premiums for first year
The Lebanon Area Fair’s Firefighter Challenge returns Sunday, July 26, offering cash prizes to the top three fire companies for the first time in the event’s decade-plus history.
Lebanon school board OKs more intermediate school update costs
Updated construction costs and a new athletic director highlighted the July 20 Lebanon School Board meeting.
Lebanon Fair queen program teaches life skills, prepares participants for the future
Lebanon Area Fair queen contestants benefit many ways through program participation, according to past crown holders.
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