Two anti-racism workshops, similar to the one in early June, are planned for September, and they hope to also hold workshops about civic education and discussions about the intersection between the black community and the Jewish and LGBT+ communities.
August 2020
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Sunoco to pay $355K civil penalty for Mariner East 2 spills affecting 8 counties
Sunoco Pipeline LP must pay more than $350,000 in penalties for violations related to the construction of the Mariner East 2 pipeline in eight Pennsylvania counties, including Lebanon County.
Posted inNews
Thwarted at every turn, Pa. GOP lawmakers hatch new plan to undermine Wolf’s emergency powers
After a loss in the state Supreme Court, Republicans will attempt to override a Wolf veto and curtail his powers.
Posted inNews
Gov. Tom Wolf wants Pa. to legalize marijuana, provide more COVID-19 relief this fall
Pennsylvania is still sitting on $1 billion provided through the federal CARES Act, as legislative leaders wait to see if Congress will pass another relief bill.
Posted inLebTown En Español
Conoce al virtuoso del piano del condado de Lebanon Max Ludwig
El pianista de 17 años parece impresionar a dondequiera que toca. LebTown lo atrapó entre conciertos para hablar de música, su banda y su futuro.
Posted inLebTown En Español
La vida y leyenda de Joseph Johns, esclavo fugitivo y montañés de Union Township
Más de un siglo después de su muerte en 1906, el productor de carbón Joseph Johns (también conocido como “Old Black Joe”) sigue fascinando.
Posted inLebTown En Español
El American Heart Association y el WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital abordan la fuerte caída en las visitas de emergencia durante la pandemia
Si tiene síntomas de un ataque cardíaco o un derrame cerebral, la Asociación Estadounidense del Corazón (AHA) y el Hospital WellSpan Good Samaritan tienen un mensaje fuerte y claro: Llame al 911. Ahora.
Posted inPeople & Places
New book by Fredericksburg author tells the story of a family coping with death
Barbara Sando Hynum’s family has a story that caused her deep emotional pain. She sees her new book “My Brother’s Daughter” as therapy — not only for herself, but for others with similar experiences.
Posted inPeople & Places
Back from the brink: intervention program saves lives for those who want to be saved
The Renaissance Crossroads intervention and rehabilitation program gave Andy Donkel a second chance at life.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Criminal homicide, overdose, harassment, accidents
A roundup of the most recent blotters from local police departments.
Posted inCrime & Safety
The latest food safety violations in Lebanon County
Here are the most recent food safety violations in Lebanon County, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Posted inSponsored Content
Ryan among lawmakers seeking to end draconian emergency measures [Paid Press Release]
State Rep. Frank Ryan: “In reading the list of grievances in the Declaration, I could not help but notice how many of those grievances apply to our state governments today.”
Posted inHistory
The life and legend of Joseph Johns, escaped slave and Union Township mountain man
Over a century after his 1906 death, charcoal producer Joseph Johns (also known as “Old Black Joe”) continues to draw fascination.
Posted inPeople & Places
Meet Lebanon County piano virtuoso Max Ludwig
The 17-year-old pianist seems to impress wherever he plays. LebTown caught him between gigs to talk about music, his band, and his future.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
American Heart Association, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital address steep drop in emergency visits during pandemic
If you’re experiencing the symptoms of a heart attack or stroke, the American Heart Association (AHA) and WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital have a loud and clear message: Call 911. Now.
