Jo Ellen Litz, a seasoned public servant with extensive experience in local government, is seeking re-election as a county commissioner, emphasizing her commitment to transparency, fiscal conservatism, and community engagement.
October 2023
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Long-awaited reconfiguration of dogleg Cornwall Road intersection is underway
Razing of house is first step in elimination of dogleg at Cornwall Road, York Street, and Wilhelm Avenue.
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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 inCommunity Shoutouts
United Way progresses toward $1M annual goal, welcomes new staff
The United Way of Lebanon County launched its Annual Giving Campaign last month, and as of Oct. 5, has already raised $200,000 of its ambitious $1 million goal aimed at bolstering community initiatives.
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Lebanon celebrates Latino heritage with 3rd annual Hispanic Multicultural Festival
Despite some rain, the festivities were not dampened at the third annual Lebanon Hispanic Multicultural Festival last weekend.
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Public input sought on local freight survey for eastern PA development
Residents of Lebanon County have the opportunity to weigh in on the future of freight transport in eastern Pennsylvania.
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Northern Lebanon’s football fruit didn’t fall far from the tree with father-son duo
Defensive coordinator Mark Rice and head coach Jason Rice’s father-son relationship plays out daily on a football field in Fredericksburg.
Posted inPeople & Places
Lebanon Valley Wine Club uncorks its 51st anniversary celebration
Interested in wine and/or winemaking? Check out Lebanon Valley Wine Club, which celebrated its 51st anniversary during a September meeting.
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Shapiro isn’t sold on a key climate program, and his working group isn’t either. What’s next for RGGI?
Governor Shapiro’s administration seeks alternatives to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), amid concerns about job loss and higher energy prices, according to recently released emails.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Burglary, sale or transfer of firearms, natural death, criminal mischief
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of October 9
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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Cleona man pleads guilty to civil disorder for involvement in Jan. 6 Capitol invasion
Cleona resident Cameron Hess pleaded guilty on Oct. 6 to a single charge of civil disorder resulting from his participation in the Jan. 6 violent attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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Rising costs in Children & Youth Services expected to strain county’s 2024 budget
Rising costs for mandatory programs and other factors creating a perfect storm in preparation of the 2024 budget for Lebanon County.
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Lebanon Valley Rail Trail set for completion in 2027
John Wengert, president of Lebanon Valley Rails-to-Trails, shares updates on the rail trail’s progress, with phases 6A and B under construction and phases 6C, 6D, 8, and 10 expected to finish by 2027.
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Wilhelm Avenue realignment project to begin with house demolition
A major PennDOT project to realign the intersection of Wilhelm Avenue and Cornwall Road begins this month.
