Shapiro’s budget proposals include boosting money for public health agencies, programs to prevent maternal mortality, and taxing recreational marijuana sales.
May 2023
🔗 It could take years to rehab abandoned Hampton Inn on Rt. 72
The former Hampton Inn just past the Lebanon County line in Rapho Township, abandoned about 18 months ago, is headed to Lancaster County’s Redevelopment Authority to be designated a blighted property. That’s the first step in what will likely be a years-long journey to reuse the property that was once part of Hammock Worldwide hotel group.
Posted inWeather
Weekend Forecast: Temps rebound to upper 60s and beyond over weekend
Here’s your weekend forecast for Friday, May 5, to Sunday, May 7.
🔗 Pa. Guard mobilized for Spanish-American War 125 years ago
May 2023 marks 125 years since the Pennsylvania National Guard mustered in for federal service for the Spanish-American War.
Posted inLebanon Valley Food Critics
Burger Wars: Boyer’s Tavern (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
The Lebanon Valley Food Critics begin the first season of Burger Wars at Boyer’s Tavern, located in the quiet village of Rexmont.
Posted inNews
Proposal to update ailing Pa. rent, property tax rebate program would reverse decade of decline
Gov. Josh Shapiro has proposed increasing rent and property tax rebate amounts and raising the income limits to make an additional 173,000 people eligible.
Posted inNews
Roundabout plan for Route 934 & Clear Spring Road under review by PennDOT
PennDOT is reviewing a proposed roundabout plan for the intersection of Route 934 and Clear Spring Road in North Annville Township, aiming to address increased traffic from the expanding industrial park in South Annville Township.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Revised plans for Lebanon Catholic site draw community support, keep unit count
The curtain is being drawn back on revised plans for a redevelopment project at the site of the former Lebanon Catholic School in the City of Lebanon.
Posted inReal Estate
Lebanon County real estate transfers (April 16 to April 30)
Here are the real estate transfers recorded in Lebanon County for the second half of April.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Mount Gretna ushers in its summer season with free arts kick-off event
Mount Gretna’s arts organizations are offering a free sneak preview of the 2023 season from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 27, at the Hall of Philosophy.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Local township leaders recognized at state association conference
The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors held its 100th Annual Educational Conference and Exhibit Show from April 23 to 26 at the Hershey Lodge, where two Lebanon County township officials received special recognition.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Lebanon police say argument led to fatal shooting Wednesday on Jones Street
A Lebanon man was fatally shot Wednesday morning in what police say was an argument that escalated into violence.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Applications open for annual Alletta Schadler Community Service Award
Applications are open for the annual Alletta Schadler Community Service Award, a scholarship opportunity available to Lebanon Countians pursuing further education in the area of Family and Consumer Sciences.
Posted inPeople & Places
God only knows if Sister Margaret will be the last nun to serve in Lebanon County
Sister Margaret Bender, possibly the last nun to serve in Lebanon County, reflects on her life’s journey, the declining number of nuns, and the importance of understanding religious roles in the community.
