The Eastern Lebanon County School district is exploring the feasibility of a $30 million renovation project that would change the face of the ELCO High School.
April 2021
County, VA Center announce new vaccine availability for Phase 1A and 1B citizens and veterans
Over 4,000 new 1A and 1B vaccine appointments were made available at the start of the week. Veterans, their spouses, and their caregivers are also eligible for vaccination at the Lebanon VA Medical Center.
Lebanon Federal Credit Union invites your kids on a Jurassic journey to financial wellness [Paid Press Release]
The theme for this year’s Youth Month is “Be a Credit Union Saver and Your Savings Will Never Go Extinct.”
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.
The deciding vote in Pa.’s high-stakes political redistricting could be yours, if lawmakers agree
Four of Pennsylvania’s most powerful lawmakers are accepting applications to chair the redistricting commission, and advocates are hoping for independence.
Group of GOP lawmakers seek to ban Pa.’s transgender student athletes from playing women’s sports
The proposal is part of a nationwide wave of legislation advocates say has the potential to harm transgender children and adults, especially amid the ongoing pandemic.
Sean Maguire running for vacant city Magisterial District Judge post
Local teacher Sean Maguire is one of five candidates vying for a vacant Lebanon city Magisterial District Judge position at the May 18 election.
Blotter: Helicopter crash, assault with firearm update, escape
A roundup of the most recent blotters from local police departments.
Christman’s Chronicles: Behold your loved one [Paid Press Release]
Behold is an ancient word that appears many times in the Bible. Behold also fits our idea of the Perfect Farewell.
🔗 [From the archives] A look back at Lebanon Valley College’s trip to the NCAA Tournament
LebTown’s article from 2019 looking at Lebanon Valley College’s historic connection to The Tournament.
Pa. cannabis legalization remains unlikely as neighboring states go for it
For Pennsylvania to legalize cannabis, the idea would need to gain backing among the Republican lawmakers who control both the state House and Senate.
$847 million available statewide through ERAP
Under the program, households may be eligible for up to 12 months of assistance to cover past due or future rental and/or utility payments that were accrued on or after March 13, 2020.
After a year off, Palmyra Community Pool plans yard sale ahead of reopening
The Palmyra Community Pool, 112 Park Drive, will host a community yard sale in its parking lot on Saturday, Apr. 17, from 8 a.m. until noon.
🔗 Helicopter crash in Lebanon County injures pilot, police say
Police say one male was injured during the crash but was walking and talking before being taken to an area hospital for treatment.