Cornwall Borough’s planning commission unanimously recommended that council pursue regional zoning with neighboring municipalities to address concerns that a proposed warehouse ordinance could violate Pennsylvania’s Fair Share Doctrine.
Emily Bixler
Emily Bixler was born and raised in Lebanon and now reports on local government. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano and going for hikes.
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LCRPD withdraws police coverage offer to Myerstown, council member resigns
Myerstown Borough Council announced that the Lebanon County Regional Police Department has withdrawn its offer of coverage to the borough during its monthly meeting April 14.
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Cornwall-Lebanon board hears financing plan for Cedar Crest HS renovations
The Cornwall-Lebanon School District Board of School Directors reviewed a financing plan for Cedar Crest High School renovations totaling approximately $50 million at its April 13 workshop, with a vote on a parameters resolution expected April 20.
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Swatara Township to seek base repairs on Werner Road
The Swatara Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to advertise and prepare a bid packet for base repairs on Werner Road at its monthly meeting Thursday.
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Millcreek Township supervisors promote police Sgt. Terry Katzaman to chief
The Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to promote Sergeant Terry Katzaman to chief following an executive session at its monthly meeting April 8.
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Two ELCO students earn top finishes in national SCHOTT Innovation Challenge
Two ELCO students were recognized Thursday for placing second and third in the national SCHOTT Innovation Challenge, earning gift cards and a tour of the company’s South Lebanon Township facility.
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North Cornwall awards paving project
The North Cornwall Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to award Pennsy Supply with the 2026 paving project with a low bid of $465,302.65 at its meeting Tuesday.
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Cornwall P&Z talks phase one of ‘The Knoll at Iron Valley’ subdivision
Cornwall Borough Planning and Zoning Commission discussed phase one of Cornwall Properties’ “The Knoll at Iron Valley” at its monthly meeting Monday, no action taken.
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MamaJuana Lounge & Restaurant offers vibrant nightlife, dining
MamaJuana Lounge & Restaurant in Lebanon has grown from a BYOB club in 2017 into a full-service Dominican and Puerto Rican restaurant and nightclub, with owner Esmailin Peña planning further expansions.
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East Hanover approves Kreider Farms expansion, table Jonestown Rd. rezoning
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors approved a Kreider Farms development plan and tabled a rezoning ordinance for a Jonestown Road parcel following resident pushback at its monthly meeting Monday.
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Clear skies greet Umbrella Walk honoring fallen Lebanon officer Lt. William Lebo
Clear skies greeted participants of Lebanon City’s fourth annual Umbrella Walk on Tuesday, an event honoring Lt. William Lebo, who was killed responding to a call on March 31, 2022.
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Lebanon County, Western Lebanon County Regional PDs consider merger
The governing commissions for both Lebanon County Regional Police Department and Western Lebanon County Regional Police Department expressed willingness to move forward with a merger at an informational public meeting March 31. If further regionalization is pursued, it could occur as early as 2027.
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Heidelberg supervisors vote to advertise paving project, approve solar plan
Heidelberg Township supervisors took action Tuesday on road paving, a solar project, building demolition costs, and several other municipal matters at their monthly meeting.
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Lebanon County, W. Lebanon County regional police consider merger
The Lebanon County Regional Police Department and the Western Lebanon County Regional Police Department will hold a meeting Tuesday, March 31 at 6 p.m. at the North Cornwall Township municipal building to discuss a potential merger.
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Myerstown council workshop considers chicken ordinance, police options
Myerstown Borough Council discussed expanding chicken-keeping rules and securing a police coverage contract at its March 25 workshop, and separately agreed to cancel this year’s Easter Egg Hunt due to insufficient preparation time.
