The Wenger Foundation, inspired by a legacy of faith-based giving, has launched a $10,000 matching grant program to support the family of Bryan Kendall, a local farmer who died in an accident, raising over $25,000 so far (plus the matching grant).
Davis Shaver
Davis Shaver is the publisher of LebTown. He grew up in Lebanon and currently lives outside of Hershey, PA.
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Restored Bible’s ties to President D.D. Eisenhower make it a county treasure
The 1717 Eisenhauer family Bible, linked to President Eisenhower, has been meticulously restored by Gettysburg-based conservator Maria Pukownik and returned to the Lebanon County Historical Society.
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Lebanon County’s population growth rate declined over the last few years
Lebanon County is no longer towards the front of the pack when it comes to population growth across the state, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Posted inHistory
‘Work, Fight, or Play Ball’: Steel League’s impact on Babe Ruth and baseball greats
Bill Ecenbarger’s book details the history of the Steel League, formed by Charles Schwab, and its role in helping baseball stars like Babe Ruth avoid military service during WWI.
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Campbelltown Village Square developer seeks public input, support for project
Developers of the Campbelltown Village Square project, first proposed last fall, are continuing to seek public input and support as they hone the specifics of their plan.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Lebanon Country Club sold to private investor; turnaround plans in the works
Lebanon Country Club was bought by Stephan Van Der Ploog earlier this year and now operates as a for-profit private club.
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Ninkovich LLC seeks double transfer of license; Palmyra to hold Feb. 13 hearing
Palmyra Borough Council will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Feb. 13 to again consider a request for transferring a liquor license owned by Ninkovich LLC to 1 East Main Street.
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Introducing the Lebanon County Events Calendar, a free resource from LebTown
Today we are officially announcing the Lebanon County Events Calendar, a free resource from LebTown.
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Publish your classified ad online and in print with LebTown and LebCo Bulletin
LebTown and LebCo Bulletin are teaming up to offer the widest reaching and most affordable classified advertising in Lebanon County.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Annville Free Library cuts the ribbon on once-in-a-generation expansion project
The Annville Free Library officially opened its doors on Nov. 11 after a seven-year, $4.5 million expansion and renovation project, with the community rallying to provide financial support and the Christ family pledging up to $150,000 in matching funds for the remaining costs.
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PLCB records show Ninkovich LLC liquor license purchase was financed by brother said (again) to be uninvolved in business
Records obtained from Right to Know request to the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board raise new questions about a proposed liquor license transfer into Palmyra Borough.
Posted inPeople & Places
Stone Gables owner: Coleman Chapel move likely complete in a few years
The Coleman Chapel in West Lebanon Township will be moved and restored at Stone Gables Estate, adding to the Abels’ collection of historical buildings and artifacts.
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Palmyra Borough, PLCB let liquor license transfer proceed despite questions
Christopher T. Behney Jr., former owner of Just Wing It, is seeking to transfer a liquor license from Lebanon to Palmyra, but his relationship to the license-holding Ninkovich LLC remains unclear.
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Palmyra to consider liquor license transfer for owner at center of 2018 incident at Just Wing It in Annville
Palmyra Borough Council is set to hold a public hearing on Oct. 24 regarding the transfer of a liquor license from Lebanon to Palmyra, owned by Ninkovich LLC, with Chris Behney, owner of the former Just Wing It restaurants, as the applicant.
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Gannett moves Lebanon Daily News to mail delivery; no more morning paper
Gannett-owned Lebanon Daily News will move to mail delivery starting later this month.
