The Pennsylvania Department of Health surveyed Cedar Haven Healthcare Center on Feb. 2 in response to a complaint and identified an “Immediate Jeopardy” situation with how the facility was handling drugs.
March 2026
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
State, owner object to Cedar Haven sale proposed by trustee in bankruptcy case
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services raised legal objections to a bankruptcy-driven sale of Cedar Haven to MDA Capital Group, arguing the proposed deal could circumvent state licensing laws and unfairly limit competing bids.
Posted inEducation
Lebanon school board censures member for social media comment
The board-approved resolution removed board member William Eckenroth’s committee assignments and called on him to resign his position.
Posted inEducation
Palmyra school board hears reports on several rising 2026-27 budget requests
Rising costs are driving budget increases across most Palmyra Area School District departments for 2026-27, with transportation up 9.13% and buildings and grounds up 7.21%, though the technology budget is projected to decrease 7.84%.
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Body composition scans at LIMA: A deeper look into your health
Lebanon Internal Medicine Associates offers 10- to 15-minute body composition scans to help patients track fat loss, muscle gain and metabolic health beyond traditional weight measurements.
Posted inNews
Wind advisory in effect Monday
The National Weather Service in State College has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Lebanon County from noon to 11 p.m. Monday.
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Swatara Township turns to oil and chip treatment as paving costs rise
Rising road maintenance costs are pushing Swatara Township toward oil and chip treatments over traditional paving, as supervisors voted to seek bids for three roads while also weighing a $100,000 base repair on Werner Road.
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South Londonderry Township posts draft of revised data center ordinance
At the March 10 meeting, supervisors also approved a SWAT Agreement and discussed the logistics of The Wall That Heals coming to Campbelltown.
Posted inNews
Union Township supervisors hear updates on draft ordinances
The planning commission will meet again on April 1 to continue discussing the proposed draft ordinances. They can then make a recommendation to the board of supervisors.
Posted inNews
Land development plans for Bell & Evans’ cold storage, tray pack facilities approved
A land development plan for construction of a cold storage facility at 241 Blue Mountain Road was approved March 12 by Bethel Township supervisors.
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Millcreek Twp. seeks bids for paving, oil and chip projects amid rising costs
Facing rising paving costs and limited liquid fuels funding, Millcreek Township supervisors moved Wednesday to solicit bids for two road projects, reserving the right to reject offers if prices come in too high.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: DUIs, retail theft, criminal mischief, reckless endangerment
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Posted inObituaries
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of March 16
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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BlueScope Buildings NA seeks 3rd-shift welders; $3,000 sign-on bonus available
BlueScope Buildings North America in Annville, a steel building solutions manufacturer, is offering $3,000 sign-on bonuses for third-shift welding positions along with competitive benefits.
🔗 Lebanon County hosts ag visitors from Oklahoma
Farmers from Oklahoma and Pennsylvania enjoyed meeting and learning from each other in a recent visit. The unique visit was the bright idea of Lebanon County farmer Stan Bucher.
