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- Lebanon County real estate transfers, sponsored by Reliable Moving and Storage (August 16 to August 31)
- Jonestown delays action on speed tables
- Lebanon opens county’s first splash pad at Southwest Park
- New building assignments in city schools raise concerns for kids who have to walk (Updated)
- Fireworks permit rules delayed in Annville, November vote expected
- ‘The Wall That Heals’ Vietnam memorial replica on display in Campbelltown
- North Cornwall updates traffic ordinance
- Diamond airs claims over withdrawn 2024 petitions; Dems respond
- East Hanover Township passes data center ordinance
- Meuser talks data centers, health care costs in telephone town hall
- Cornwall Manor resident cherishes family’s letters written during Civil War
- Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of Sept. 4 to Sept. 6
- Lebanon County’s first tool library is set to open Sept. 12 in S. Lebanon Township
- Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of Aug. 31
- Executive order not expected to impact mail-in voting for 2026 midterm elections
- Pa. election 2026: Where governor candidates Garrity and Shapiro stand on Medicaid, fraud, and more
- Lebanon’s first splash pad to open Wednesday at Southwest Park
- Police investigate early morning shots fired on North 11th Street
- Myerstown council considers electrical project for 2027
- Blotter: Hit-and-run, agricultural vandalism, theft by deception
- Frank Reich’s throwing himself into new role as Jets’ offensive coordinator
- Community rallies behind City Watch Coffee co-owner held in ICE detention
- Lebanon County teacher Liz Voight finishes second runner-up at Miss USA
- City shares more information on rescheduled Sept. 5 fireworks display
- South Lebanon Township’s newest fire truck nears service
- Nighttime Route 72, Route 322 detours to shift nightly next week in Cornwall area
- Cleona Borough holds public hearing on proposed zoning changes
- Palmyra Borough reviews Subsurface and Stormwater Investigation Report
- Heidelberg supervisors reject planners’ recommendation and approve waivers
- Memorial Lake is long on potential for bass fishing
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Weekend Forecast: Sunshine and clouds, daytime highs in the lower 80s
Here’s your Lebanon County Weather weekend forecast for Friday, Sept. 4, to Monday, Sept. 7. Sponsored by Jono Ace Hardware.
Fireworks permit rules delayed in Annville, November vote expected
The Annville Board of Commissioners Tuesday tabled a draft ordinance to regulate the possession and use of consumer fireworks, for additional edits, with plans to vote on the proposal at the November meeting.
‘The Wall That Heals’ Vietnam memorial replica on display in Campbelltown
American Legion Post 831 is hosting “The Wall That Heals” at Campbelltown Community Park through Sept. 6, with tours and four ceremonies honoring the 58,318 service members named on the memorial.
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North Cornwall updates traffic ordinance
New speed limits were approved for portions of several roads as part of the traffic ordinance approved at the North Cornwall Township Board of Supervisors meeting.
Diamond airs claims over withdrawn 2024 petitions; Dems respond
A two-year-old dispute over nomination petitions has resurfaced in the 102nd Legislative District.
East Hanover Township passes data center ordinance
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to pass an ordinance regulating data centers, which adds the use as a special exception in the industrial district, following a public hearing at its monthly meeting Monday.
Lebanon County classified ads for the week of August 31
Check out the latest classified ads submitted to LebTown for the week of August 31 – line cook wanted at Quentin Haus.
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Meuser talks data centers, health care costs in telephone town hall
Congressman Dan Meuser addressed the economy, healthcare and data centers during an hour-long call with constituents on Tuesday.
Cornwall Manor resident cherishes family’s letters written during Civil War
Civil War letters from local veteran to be donated to Lebanon County Historical Society.
What We’re Reading Elsewhere on the Web
🔗 Lebanon County rabbits shine at National Dutch Rabbit Show
A line of Dutch rabbits coming from Lebanon Count are creating the gold standard for the breed as they take top honors at shows around the country.
🔗 4 suspects held for court in Reading kidnapping of Lebanon man presumed dead
Michael Petrino Jr. is believed to have been murdered but his body hasn’t been found, Berks County prosecutors say
🔗 Remembering Margaret Wenger, a Lebanon County Luminary
Margaret Wenger is remembered for her 70-year marriage, devotion to family, Christian faith, farming community and generations of 4-H youth.
Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of Sept. 4 to Sept. 6
This weekend in Lebanon County features The Wall That Heals, a community field day, and live performances.
Lebanon County’s first tool library is set to open Sept. 12 in S. Lebanon Township
Similar to a book lending library, the Central Pennsylvania Tool Library & Makerspace will lend tools to its members.
Lebanon County Job Listings: September 2, 2026
Quest, Inc. is hiring for multiple human services positions.
Date Night Wars: Sinkhole Saloon at Palmyra Bowling Center (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
The Lebanon Valley Food Critics continue the Date Night Wars with a visit to the Sinkhole Saloon at Palmyra Bowling Center.
Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of Aug. 31
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of Aug. 31, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Executive order not expected to impact mail-in voting for 2026 midterm elections
Lebanon County election officials had a busy month answering questions following a mail-in ballot executive order, deciding how to spend state election grant funding.
Lebanon County MH/ID/EI announces free training for QPR and Mental Health First Aid
Lebanon County MH/ID/EI will offer free mental health training sessions in September and October to help community members recognize signs of mental distress and respond to crises.
Lebanon Valley Fall Fair & Craft Show returns Sept. 12 for its tenth year
Join us for the 10th annual Lebanon Valley Fall Fair and Craft Show on Saturday, September 12, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lebanon Expo Center.
Pa. election 2026: Where governor candidates Garrity and Shapiro stand on Medicaid, fraud, and more
Key federal Medicaid changes will roll out next year, meaning Pennsylvania’s governor will play a crucial role in how they’re implemented or challenged.
Lebanon’s first splash pad to open Wednesday at Southwest Park
The city’s first splash pad opens Wednesday at Southwest Park after construction delays pushed the project past its original late-May target.
Police investigate early morning shots fired on North 11th Street
No injuries were reported after gunfire damaged property in Lebanon city early Monday, and police are asking for the public’s help identifying those responsible.
Myerstown council considers electrical project for 2027
During a work session Aug. 26, Myerstown Borough Council informally considered a project expanding electrical service for the Isaac Meier Homestead, West Center Avenue, the pickleball court, and the pavilion by the pond as a 2027 capital project.
Blotter: Hit-and-run, agricultural vandalism, theft by deception
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Frank Reich’s throwing himself into new role as Jets’ offensive coordinator
Cedar Crest graduate Frank Reich is taking a bite out of the Big Apple as part of the next chapter of his NFL journey.
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of August 31
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Lebanon rheumatologists debut drug-free treatment for rheumatoid arthritis
SetPoint Therapy, an FDA-approved implantable device, delivers a daily vagus nerve pulse to help manage rheumatoid arthritis inflammation.
Community rallies behind City Watch Coffee co-owner held in ICE detention
The ICE detention of Lebanon County coffee shop owner Ratha San has drawn support for him from Cleona’s mayor and more than 1,800 petition signers seeking to keep him with his family.
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Amazing stories about Lebanon County’s past
Weekend Forecast: Daytime highs in the 80s, with mix of sun and clouds
Here’s your Lebanon County Weather weekend forecast for Friday, Aug. 28, to Sunday, Aug. 30. Sponsored by Jono Ace Hardware.
Lebanon County teacher Liz Voight finishes second runner-up at Miss USA
Liz Voight, a Cornwall-Lebanon School District first-grade teacher and former Lebanon Area Fair queen, placed second runner-up at the 75th Miss USA pageant in Miami while representing Pennsylvania.
City shares more information on rescheduled Sept. 5 fireworks display
After severe weather disrupted fireworks plans for the Fourth of July, a rescheduled city fireworks show will be held at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 5.
South Lebanon Township’s newest fire truck nears service
South Lebanon Township Supervisors got a look at the newest township fire department fire truck, along with approving the Verizon franchise renewal agreement.
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Nighttime Route 72, Route 322 detours to shift nightly next week in Cornwall area
PennDOT will rotate a series of overnight detours on Route 72 and Route 322 from Sunday night through Thursday night as milling and paving continue on the $7 million resurfacing project.
Cleona Borough holds public hearing on proposed zoning changes
Cleona Borough Council heard residents’ comments Monday night over proposed zoning changes addressing data centers, residential properties, and household pets.
Palmyra Borough reviews Subsurface and Stormwater Investigation Report
At the Aug. 25 meeting, Dr. William Seaton, senior hydrogeologist at ARM Group LLC, summarized the report for council and community members.
Heidelberg supervisors reject planners’ recommendation and approve waivers
The Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors voted to approve all requested waivers for a subdivision and land development plan at 2734 Heidelberg Ave. against the recommendation of the planning commission at its monthly meeting Tuesday.
Memorial Lake is long on potential for bass fishing
The 85-acre lake is full of largemouth bass, some of them sizeable, and prime time for catching them is just about here.
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