An informational webinar will be held next week for businesses wanting more information on the CARES Act grant application process.
October 2020
Posted inNews
Commissioners receive election update; approximately two dozen naked ballots received so far, senders to be notified
The Lebanon County Commissioners approved Thursday changes to three polling locations and several other election-related items pertaining to the upcoming general election on Nov. 3.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Pet of the Week: Brandy
This week’s pet is Brandy Jazz, owned by Sandi Rudegeair.
Posted inOpinions & Letters
[Column] A well-informed & caring mask-wearing community, in the main
LebTown invited a few columnists to respond to last week’s New York Times article about mask wearing in Annville. Here’s the first response, from LVC professor Michael Schroeder.
Posted inSponsored Content
We need leaders who will tell us the truth [Paid Press Release]
Lebanon County needs leaders who understand science and follow expert advice to keep our community safe.
Posted inNews
Pa. could become ‘ground zero’ for court battles on — and after — Election Day
From drop boxes to naked ballots, state and federal judges in recent weeks have waded into increasingly high-stakes battles to clarify what is legal, and what is not.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce’s ATHENA Award now open for candidates
Anyone can send in a nomination for an individual who may have the potential of being selected for the award. The deadline for nominations to be accepted at the Chamber office is Wednesday, November 11.
Posted inUpcoming Events
HSI plans Fall on the Farm event for Oct. 24 at Schaeffer Farm
HSI has announced a new addition to the fall event calendar that will provide some classic seasonal diversions, such as a pumpkin patch, fall games, bonfire & smores, scenic hayride, hot drinks, and more.
Posted inPeople & Places
At the top of the county, the magnificent Boxcar Rocks are one of Lebanon’s best hiking spots
High up in the northern mountain ridges of Cold Spring Township, a largely unmarked trail leads to one of the great natural wonders of Lebanon County in the form of the Boxcar Rocks.
Posted inEducation
Student Views: ELCO junior discusses experience with hybrid schooling amidst pandemic
Lucy Bickel, a junior at ELCO High School, writes about how the pandemic has affected her high school experience.
Posted inPeople & Places
Through dedicated action, Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited shows it cares deeply about local water quality
You can call it conservation, or the Doc Fritchey chapter of Trout Unlimited, or diversion well technology. Or you can just call it fellowship.
Posted inNews
Emergency plans fail to consider complexity of Mariner East pipelines, and those most at risk in an accident
Experts say they require specialized planning, with blueprints for how all people — especially those with disabilities — can get to safety. But Pa.’s plan is one of passing the buck.
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Along Mariner East pipelines, secrecy and a patchwork of emergency plans leave many at risk and in the dark
Despite being one of the most controversial projects in Pennsylvania history, many emergency managers and others along the route cannot confidently answer one pressing question: Are we prepared?
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Escape, DUI’s, assaults, thefts
A roundup of the most recent blotters from local police departments.
Posted inNews
No ballot yet? Don’t panic. County says to call them if you don’t have it by Friday
Haven’t received your ballot yet? County election chief asks for patience, says to call office if you don’t receive it by Friday.
