Lebanon Valley College will recognize six LVC graduates with Alumni Awards during Homecoming Weekend, which runs this year on Oct. 10-12.
July 2025
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Lebanon nonprofit ‘Reel Boys’ provides free fishing education to local youth
The community organization, open to local youth with and without fishing experience, strives to teach kids the fundamentals of fishing. Its events are free, staffed with volunteer mentors, and stocked with extra fishing rods and equipment for participants who need them.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of July 28
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of July 28, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Posted inNews
West Cornwall Township planners review proposed driveway off of state Route 117
A proposed driveway off of State Route 117 in Mount Gretna received a more favorable response from township planning commissioners Wednesday than when it was first presented in May.
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Gem Miner’s Jubilee Gem, Bead and Jewelry Show returns August 15-17
An international event, vendors from around the world, both wholesale and retail, will feature a variety of items including rough rock, finished fine jewelry, fossils, minerals, beads, loose gemstones, cabochons, pearls, carvings, crystals, findings, tools, and much more.
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Transportation funding deadlock threatens PA infrastructure plans
Pennsylvania lawmakers are wrestling with funding solutions for the state’s aging transportation infrastructure while grappling with declining gas tax revenues and rising maintenance costs.
Posted inHistory
Before ‘Friends in Low Places,’ Garth Brooks wowed Richland crowd for $6,500
July 14, 1990, country legend Garth Brooks performed at the Richland Carnival, visiting Lebanon County as his fame began to skyrocket.
Posted inObituaries
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of July 28
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Burglary, discharge of firearm into occupied structure, fatal crash
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Posted inNews
Heidelberg Township supervisors discuss Mountain Trail Motel variance
Tuesday, the Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors heard concerns from residents about the Mountain Trail Motel, which was recently granted a variance by the Zoning Hearing Board to allow for residential housing.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Lebanon Valley Mall holds first Forged Viking Mead Fest
Guests could stop by the vendor booths, enter a handful of contests, and enjoy Viking-themed entertainment throughout the weekend.
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Family’s decade-long struggle reveals gaps in state’s psychiatric care
A Spotlight PA investigation found Pennsylvania politicians and local officials broke promises to replace institutionalized care with community options — despite knowing the devastating consequences.
🔗 Stronger together: The farm-to-table relationship between Lightning Cattle Co. and Passerine
Real estate agent Austin Zechman helps market local Wagyu-Holstein beef by building chef relationships and promoting farm-to-table dining.
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Train enthusiasts keep Pennsylvania’s rich railroad heritage on track
Trains played a huge role in Pennsylvania’s development, and local museums and volunteer groups statewide help to preserve that history.
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Bethel Twp. officials updated on traffic plan for two hazardous intersections
Bell & Evans officials discuss multiple projects with Bethel Township Planning Commission members at a commission meeting earlier this week.
