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- Cornwall Borough Council approves preliminary Boyd Street warehouse plan
- Cornwall Historical Alliance to unveil plans for 198-acre Freeman Farm
- City of Lebanon Authority asks customers to conserve water
- N. Annville splits cost of new fire tanker, cracks down on Valley Glen trespassers
- Palmyra family seeks public’s help in finding son, 24, missing since March
- Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of July 17 to July 19
- Mount Gretna Borough Council approves Route 117 parking restriction
- 30 days to fill PASD vacancies begin once resignations are accepted, super says
- From unsure to sure thing: Falcons’ Isaiah Zimmerman lands on Army
- Infantry recon squads conduct ‘ghillie wash’ training at Fort Indiantown Gap
- Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of July 13
- Who Knew? Twists and turns for the Horseshoe Pike
- Swatara Township plans for residential forest update, data center ordinance
- S. Annville authorizes solicitor to draft zoning ordinance to regulate data centers
- Millcreek Township approves zoning amendment on solar energy systems
- Greble Road closure, sidewalk project drive Bethel Twp. supervisors meeting (Updated)
- Blotter: Robberies, theft, fireworks citations, DUIs, pedestrian struck
- Union Township warehouse project advances despite water runoff concerns
- Pa. adopts $50.8B budget that sends more money to poorest schools, skips difficult policy questions
- In search of rustic relaxation and live arts? Try Mt. Gretna
- Three arrested after naked child found walking on Swatara Township road
- Refuse Authority’s educational campaign drives recycling of batteries
- Crisis intervention achievements honored, but future availability in doubt
- Annville board votes 4-1 to move forward on regional fire commission
- West Lebanon commissioners remember John ‘Chicken’ Brenner
- Cornwall planning recommends Boyd Street warehouse approval
- Cleona Borough Council approves police cruiser upfitting
- Jonestown council considers future Independence Day fireworks
- Nighttime detours set for Route 72, Route 322 resurfacing work
- Big crowd turns out to see historic Big Boy train’s whistle stop in Lebanon city
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Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of July 17 to July 19
This weekend in Lebanon County, come on out for live music performances, country night, pirate fest, and Christmas in July.
Mount Gretna Borough Council approves Route 117 parking restriction
Council approved a 90-day parking restriction along the south side of Route 117 between the tennis courts and Gettysburg Avenue, along with an ordinance pertaining to handicapped parking spaces.
Mt. Gretna Tour of Homes celebrates 40 Years with 10 unique homes, historic buildings, and outdoor art
The 40th annual Mt. Gretna Tour of Homes, a self-guided walking tour benefiting Gretna Music’s live performance programs, takes place Aug. 1 with advance tickets at $25.
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30 days to fill PASD vacancies begin once resignations are accepted, super says
Palmyra Area School District’s superintendent said the 30-day clock to fill three board vacancies won’t start until resignations are officially accepted.
From unsure to sure thing: Falcons’ Isaiah Zimmerman lands on Army
Zimmerman gave his verbal pledge to the Black Knights on June 26.
Infantry recon squads conduct ‘ghillie wash’ training at Fort Indiantown Gap
U.S. Army soldiers with the recon section of the Multi-Purpose Company, 1st Battalion, 112th Infantry Regiment, 56th Mobile Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division, conducted a ghillie wash training event on June 25.
Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of July 13
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of July 13, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
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Who Knew? Twists and turns for the Horseshoe Pike
Cornwall Borough historian Bruce Chadbourne examines early roads and maps of the Cornwall estate to trace the origins of the mysterious Jackson House in his latest Lebanon Valley history installment.
Lebanon Valley Conservancy opens registration for 4th annual golf tournament
Registration is open for the Lebanon Valley Conservancy’s Aug. 31 golf tournament at Lebanon Country Club, featuring a scramble format, luncheon, and prizes.
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🔗 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.
🔗 Lebanon man still missing months after Reading kidnapping; teen charged in abduction
Police say witnesses described how Michael Petrino Jr. was ambushed, beaten and forced into a waiting car as investigators continue searching for him.
Community invited to two free family events this summer
Making a Difference of Lebanon, PA is excited to invite the community to two free family-friendly events this summer.
Swatara Township plans for residential forest update, data center ordinance
Swatara Township supervisors voted to advertise an ordinance regulating data centers and revising residential forest district zoning, with potential adoption set for Aug. 13.
S. Annville authorizes solicitor to draft zoning ordinance to regulate data centers
Residents can give their input by emailing recommendations to township staff and at the planning commission meeting and the public hearing.
Millcreek Township approves zoning amendment on solar energy systems
Millcreek Township updated its solar energy zoning rules, changing setback and lot coverage requirements to make rooftop and ground-mounted systems more accessible for homeowners.
Greble Road closure, sidewalk project drive Bethel Twp. supervisors meeting (Updated)
Road closure, sidewalk project fuel Bethel Township supervisors’ meeting on Thursday, July 9.
Blotter: Robberies, theft, fireworks citations, DUIs, pedestrian struck
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Union Township warehouse project advances despite water runoff concerns
The Union Township Board of Supervisors approved final plans for Burkentine Builders & Sons’ PA Jonestown Steel Grid Warehouse, despite neighbors’ concerns about water runoff and driveway safety on State Route 72.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of July 13
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Pa. adopts $50.8B budget that sends more money to poorest schools, skips difficult policy questions
The plan also preserves the state’s nearly $8 billion rainy day fund by using off-budget “special” funds and accounting maneuvers.
In search of rustic relaxation and live arts? Try Mt. Gretna
Spotlight PA talked to a resident and a worker about how to spend a day in Mount Greta. The bucolic borough boasts hiking and bike trails, arts programming, and beloved ice cream.
Three arrested after naked child found walking on Swatara Township road
A 5-year-old boy was found naked in the middle of a Swatara Township road Thursday morning, leading state police to a nearby home where they discovered squalid living conditions and three adults now facing child endangerment charges.
Weekend Forecast: Temps in the 80s, thunderstorms possible Friday afternoon
Here’s your Lebanon County Weather weekend forecast for Friday, July 10, to Sunday, July 12. Sponsored by Jono Ace Hardware.
Refuse Authority’s educational campaign drives recycling of batteries
The Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority has collected nearly 20,000 pounds of batteries since launching its recycling program in October 2022, with a state-funded educational campaign driving increased participation.
Crisis intervention achievements honored, but future availability in doubt
Lebanon County’s crisis intervention services are making a difference in people’s lives, but future mandates are coming without additional predictable funding, according to county officials.
Annville board votes 4-1 to move forward on regional fire commission
Annville Township commissioners voted 4-1 to contribute up to $5,000 toward hiring a consultant to explore merging six Lebanon County fire companies into a regional commission to address volunteer shortages.
Lebanon County Job Listings: July 10
Triple-M-Farms is currently looking for a CDL Truck Driver to deliver feed to local farms.
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Amazing stories about Lebanon County’s past
West Lebanon commissioners remember John ‘Chicken’ Brenner
West Lebanon Township commissioners honored the late John C. Brenner, a longtime emergency management coordinator, by unanimously voting to name the township recreation area in his memory.
Cornwall planning recommends Boyd Street warehouse approval
Cornwall Borough’s Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a 400,960-square-foot warehouse near Miners Lake, with council facing a July 14 deadline to act on the plan.
Cleona Borough Council approves police cruiser upfitting
Cleona Borough Council approved the upfitting of its new police cruiser while also receiving updates on the fire department, community projects, and other borough initiatives.
Jonestown council considers future Independence Day fireworks
Jonestown Borough Council is considering making its July 3 fireworks show an annual event after the America250 celebration drew large crowds despite the heat.
Nighttime detours set for Route 72, Route 322 resurfacing work
PennDOT will close sections of Route 72 near the Route 322 interchange on two consecutive nights starting Sunday for tree trimming and removal.
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The term “free press” is bantered around frequently. But do most know the true impact of what a free press means? Or better yet, what the impact would be if it disappears; especially local press like LebTown.
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Big crowd turns out to see historic Big Boy train’s whistle stop in Lebanon city
Big Boy rolls into Lebanon city Tuesday for a whistle stop, much to the delight of a large crowd.
Jackson Township supervisors hear warehouse concerns
Jackson Township Board of Supervisors heard from a resident voicing concerns related to the uptick in warehouse development in the area at a July 6 meeting.
Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of July 10 to July 12
This weekend in Lebanon County offers a cooking class, live music, theatrical productions, a dog show, and more.
For the family: Klines preserve over 400 farm acres in eastern Lebanon County
John & Sharon Kline receive inaugural Farmland Preservation Excellence award for preserving over 400 acres of farmland near Myerstown and Schaefferstown.
Myerstown heritage museum holds grand opening holiday weekend
The Myerstown Area Heritage Center and Museum, officially established in 2024, celebrated its grand opening over the Fourth of July weekend with exhibits on local businesses, education, and the Civil War.
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