LebTown asked fair attendees and exhibitors, “What is your favorite thing about the Lebanon Area Fair?” Here’s what they said.
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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East Hanover supervisors consider developer public sewer request
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors briefly discussed a developer request to provide sewer to 10244 Allentown Blvd during a 15-minute meeting July 27.
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Cornwall Manor holds ribbon-cutting for Clubhouse at the Woods
Cornwall Manor celebrated the opening of its new Clubhouse at the Woods on Thursday, a project aimed at enhancing resident health and connection.
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Firefighter Challenge at the Lebanon Area Fair offers premiums for first year
The Lebanon Area Fair’s Firefighter Challenge returns Sunday, July 26, offering cash prizes to the top three fire companies for the first time in the event’s decade-plus history.
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Lebanon County Regional Police warns of car thefts
Lebanon County Regional Police Chief Tim Knight warned North Lebanon Township residents to lock their vehicles amid a rise in car break-ins and thefts across the department’s jurisdiction.
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Mannino’s owners purchase Mel’s Diner
Mannino’s owners Lidia Maceo and Marco Altamirano purchased Mel’s Diner in Lebanon City from retiring owner Robert Keller, with plans to keep the menu and staff unchanged.
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Myerstown council advertises revised rental license ordinance
In a mixed vote Tuesday, Myerstown Borough Council agreed to advertise a proposed amendment to the borough’s rental license ordinance, which would eliminate mandatory inspections. The ordinance may be adopted following a public hearing Aug. 11.
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Cornwall Borough Council approves preliminary Boyd Street warehouse plan
In a narrow vote, Cornwall Borough Council approved the preliminary plan for a 400,060-square-foot warehouse proposed for Boyd Street at Monday night’s borough council meeting.
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Swatara Township plans for residential forest update, data center ordinance
Swatara Township supervisors voted to advertise an ordinance regulating data centers and revising residential forest district zoning, with potential adoption set for Aug. 13.
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Cornwall planning recommends Boyd Street warehouse approval
Cornwall Borough’s Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a 400,960-square-foot warehouse near Miners Lake, with council facing a July 14 deadline to act on the plan.
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Jonestown council considers future Independence Day fireworks
Jonestown Borough Council is considering making its July 3 fireworks show an annual event after the America250 celebration drew large crowds despite the heat.
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Myerstown heritage museum holds grand opening holiday weekend
The Myerstown Area Heritage Center and Museum, officially established in 2024, celebrated its grand opening over the Fourth of July weekend with exhibits on local businesses, education, and the Civil War.
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Cornwall Borough Council rejects water and sewer recommendation
In a narrow vote, Cornwall Borough Council voted not to appoint water and sewer committee recommendation Cavi Miller to the open water and sewer director position during a special meeting June 30. Also in a mixed vote, council voted to appoint candidate David Bradley to the position.
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Patriotic mural unveiled at 9th and Maple
In celebration of the country’s 250th anniversary this weekend, CubeSmart held a ceremony unveiling a patriotic mural by the intersection of North 9th Street and Maple Street Thursday.
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East Hanover Township approves Jonestown Road rezoning
East Hanover Township supervisors unanimously approved rezoning a 45-acre parcel on Jonestown Road from residential to agricultural, potentially paving the way for chicken houses on the property.
