Following the receipt of a new boom mower in August, East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to accept the high bid of $30,000 for the township’s old Boom Mower, which was sold on Municibid.
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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Cornwall-Lebanon School District cuts the ribbon on Falcon Connector building
A year and a half after breaking ground on the 33,000-square-foot building, the Falcon Connector, bridging Cedar Crest High School and Middle School, was officially unveiled Tuesday night.
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Heidelberg Twp. approves building renovation bids $95K under estimate
The Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved interior building remodel bids at its monthly meeting Tuesday.
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East Hanover Township begins 2026 budget discussions
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors began discussions of the 2026 budget at a special meeting Monday.
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North Cornwall Commons breaks ground on fourth apartment building
Wednesday morning, Cornwall Properties officially broke ground on the fourth apartment building in North Cornwall Commons.
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Coleman Park Latin Festival pulls high first-year turnout
Saturday’s Latin Festival, the first of its kind held at Coleman Memorial Park, saw a full amphitheater, with parking scarce throughout the park.
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Swatara Township grants solar farm conditional use, but future still uncertain
RWE Clean Energy secured conditional approval for a solar installation in Swatara Township but must either challenge Bethel Township’s rejection or modify plans that currently span both municipalities.
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North Cornwall Township supervisors begin review of budget for 2026
The North Cornwall Township Board of Supervisors began to review the drafted 2026 budget at its meeting Tuesday.
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ABARTA starts work on $100 million S. Lebanon Coca-Cola distribution center
Wednesday morning, ABARTA broke ground on a 240,000 square-foot Coca-Cola sales and distribution facility planned for a 52-acre parcel in the Lebanon Valley Business Park.
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North Lebanon Township approves feral cat feeding for registered TNR programs
The North Lebanon Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to amend its code of ordinances to allow for the feeding of feral cats as part of a registered trap neuter release (TNR) program at its monthly meeting Monday.
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Millcreek Township to pursue Quality of Life ordinance for adoption in December
At its monthly meeting Wednesday, the Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to direct its solicitor to begin drafting a Quality of Life ordinance, with adoption estimated to take place in December.
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Myerstown Borough explores coverage from Lebanon County Regional Police
During Tuesday’s monthly meeting, Myerstown Borough Council’s chairman Park Haverstick II explained that the borough is looking into receiving police coverage from the Lebanon County Regional Police Department.
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United Way kicks off annual campaign with special guest Brandon Graham
Former Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham headlined United Way of Lebanon County’s 2025-26 campaign kickoff Wednesday, supporting their “What’s raised here, stays here” promise with a $750,000 fundraising goal for local programs.
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Lebanon School District holds Cedar Sports Complex dedication
Lebanon School District held a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Cedar Sports Complex on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 3:30 p.m.
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Cornwall Borough Council directs P&Z to work with solicitor on zoning review
At its monthly meeting Monday, Cornwall Borough Council unanimously agreed to permit the Planning and Zoning Commission to meet with borough solicitor Josele Cleary and discuss options for changes to the zoning ordinance.
