This weekend, the Drunken Smithy is hosting the first annual Forged Fantasy Faerie Festival at the Lebanon Valley Mall.
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.
Posted inEducation
LCCTC reviews program technical evaluation
The Joint Operating Committee for the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center reviewed the results of its 2024/2025 program technical evaluation at its monthly meeting Tuesday, April 15.
Posted inNews
Cornwall Junior Council to promote youth engagement with local politics
Cornwall Borough Council has resurrected a program to teach local kids about government and politics: the Junior Council Program.
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Cornwall Borough approves reviews of zoning ordinances, historic overlay idea
Cornwall Borough Council unanimously agreed to direct the Planning and Zoning Committee to begin a review of the borough’s zoning ordinances at its monthly meeting Monday.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
North Cornwall Commons holds groundbreaking for extended stay hotel
Wednesday morning, Byler Holdings held a groundbreaking ceremony for the to-be Marriott TownePlace Suites hotel in North Cornwall Commons.
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Bethel Township moves forward with Tree Line Ave. pipe replacement
The Bethel Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to the low bid of $236,224 for a pipe replacement along Tree Line Ave. at its monthly meeting Thursday.
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Millcreek Township supervisors field concerns about walking path
The Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors heard neighbor concerns about a walking path planned for the 14-acre open field adjacent to Abbey Lane and Progress Drive Wednesday.
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Myerstown Mayor Dane Bicher makes rare public address on media coverage
In a rare address following an executive session by council Tuesday, Myerstown Mayor Dane Bicher warned of shifts to the media landscape and concerns about the upcoming election.
Posted inEducation
Two ELCO students win national SCHOTT Innovation Challenge with ideas on glass
Two ELCO students were the national winners of the SCHOTT Innovation Challenge, a nationwide challenge for high-school kids that asked them to imagine innovative uses of glass to solve current or future problems.
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West Lebanon Township appoints Jeffrey Clarke to board of commissioners
The West Lebanon Township Board of Commissioners appointed Jeff Clarke to the Board Monday following the resignation of President of the Board John Gurganus.
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North Cornwall Township awards bid for 2025 paving project
Present members of the North Cornwall Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to select Pennsy Supply’s bid of $229,620 for the 2025 paving project at their monthly meeting Tuesday.
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East Hanover Twp. supervisors to send member to hearing on trailer housing
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors agreed to send a representative to the township’s next Zoning Hearing Board meeting at its monthly meeting Monday.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Rain doesn’t dampen spirits at third annual Umbrella Walk honoring Lt. Lebo
Police officers and members of the community came together to honor the late Lt. William Lebo during the third annual Umbrella Walk Monday.
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Heidelberg Township supervisors plan for 2025 paving
Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $307,468.60 bid from Pennsy Supply for the 2025 paving project.
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Cornwall Borough council hears from 3 candidates vying for vacant seat
Cornwall Borough Council heard speeches from three candidates looking to fill a vacancy at a special meeting March 24.
