Palmyra Borough Council’s latest effort to address sinkholes begins later this month with a new study to gain fresh insight.
March 2023
Posted inNews
Secrecy is too often the norm in Pennsylvania state and local governments
Some government officials find every reason to delay or deny access to public records, then use taxpayer dollars to fight the public in court. We’re fighting back.
Posted inNews
Here’s who has filed petitions for the 2023 municipal primary election
The Lebanon County Bureau of Elections has published a preliminary list of candidates who have filed petitions to appear on the ballot for the spring 2023 municipal primary.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Criminal mischief, pedestrian struck, stalking, theft, disorderly conduct
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Posted inNews
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of March 13
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Posted inHistory
Over 90 sweet years: How Wertz Candies became a downtown Lebanon staple
With Wertz Candies up for sale, LebTown decided to dig into the history of the shop. In between making batches of caramel corn, Charles “Chuck” Wertz spoke to LebTown about the business, its core treats, and the family that’s operated it over three generations.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Laura Burke of American Red Cross Greater PA [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
We Are Lebanon, Pa talks to Laura Burke about her experiences growing up in Palmyra and why she decided to move back to the Lebanon area.
Posted inNews
Mail service in Ono suspended; future status of local post office uncertain
After the United States Postal Service failed to find a new post office location in Ono after a year’s notice, local residents have been left footing the bill for PO Boxes at the Jonestown Post Office in what may be a violation of USPS policy.
Posted inNews
A Pa. hospital’s revoked property tax exemption is a ‘warning shot’ to other nonprofits, expert says
A Commonwealth Court judge recently revoked a Southeastern Pennsylvania hospital’s property tax exemption and denied appeals regarding three others, decisions that one expert said should serve as a “warning shot” for nonprofit facilities statewide.
Posted inNews
Top Democrats knew about sexual harassment allegation against Pa. lawmaker in 2019
A former Democratic leader told Mike Zabel to receive treatment and attend harassment training, a caucus spokesperson said.
Posted inCrime & Safety
30-year-old Lebanon man fatally shot in city; 31-year-old Lebanon man arrested
Lebanon City Police announced that a 30-year-old Lebanon man was fatally shot in the city on Thursday, March 9.
Posted inWeather
Weekend Forecast: Storm system enters region Friday morning, rain expected
Here’s your weekend forecast for Friday, March 10, to Sunday, March 12.
Posted inJob Listings
Lebanon County Job Listings: March 10, 2023
Now hiring in Lebanon County! A local CPA firm is looking for a payroll specialist/bookkeeper.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Let LebTown give you a tour of the newly opened Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery
Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery has officially opened its doors at 840 North 7th Street in Lebanon. Take a tour with LebTown as we walk through the newly-reopened historic brewery.
