The Annville-Cleona school board unanimously approved a $38.2 million budget and a 4.2% property tax increase for the 2026-2027 school year.
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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Local nurse and cancer survivor initiates statewide Unity Quilt project
Inspired by her more than 55 years working as a nurse and brush with cancer, 88-year-old Carol Carpenter has dedicated herself to a statewide project to bring the community together: the Unity Quilt.
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ELCO holds first Ag Day, preps for Legacy Barn
Eastern Lebanon County School District held its first Ag Day on Saturday to educate the community about agriculture and raise support for a nearly 9,500-square-foot Legacy Barn now under construction.
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Dining Latino: Latin House offers healthy meals and quick service
Latin House, a Dominican and Creole restaurant in Lebanon, has thrived on takeout and delivery orders since opening two years ago at 433 North 9th St.
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[Photo story] Lebanon city unveils dog park
The City of Lebanon held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new dog park in Coleman Memorial Park under clear skies Saturday morning.
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Jonestown council discusses plans for July 3 semiquincentennial parade
Organizers of Jonestown’s July 3 Semiquincentennial parade are racing to finalize road closure permits, detour plans, and volunteer signups, council discussed at its monthly meeting.
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Cornwall P&Z continues review of Knoll subdivision, Boyd Street warehouse plans
The Cornwall Borough Planning and Zoning Commission heard updates on the Knoll and Boyd Street Warehouse plans, neither of which is ready for final approval, at its monthly meeting June 1. The commission unanimously recommended time extensions for both plans.
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Cleona PD holds ‘Ice Cream with Cops’ event Wednesday at Cleona Elementary
Cleona Borough Police Department hosted an “Ice Cream With Cops” event Wednesday for around 300 Cleona Elementary School students, offering ice cream and a chance to interact with officers.
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Governor Shapiro cuts ribbon on SCHOTT Pharma expansion
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro joined SCHOTT Pharma officials Wednesday to celebrate the company’s expanded glass vial production facility in South Lebanon Township, a project aimed at strengthening domestic medical supply chains.
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Coleman Memorial Park unveils push for arboretum accreditation
The Friends of Coleman Memorial Park held a ceremony Tuesday morning to unveil the park’s tree inventory project, the first step toward the goal of attaining Level II Arboretum Accreditation for the park.
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Heidelberg supervisors discuss township ban on compression-release brakes
The Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors expressed lack of interest in pursuing a brake retarder ordinance similar to that of Millcreek Township at its monthly meeting Tuesday.
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Maple Street Senior Center celebrates Lebanon Valley Senior Center merger
Lebanon’s Maple Street Senior Center marked its merger with the Lebanon Valley Senior Center, with officials highlighting outreach efforts targeting isolated seniors and the Latino community.
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Myerstown carnival battles weather, ends on high note with Memorial Day remembrance
The second annual Myerstown carnival ran May 20-25, concluding with a fireworks show Memorial Day.
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Rain doesn’t dampen Harvey Seltzer Day as crowds celebrate Seltzer’s 124th year
Seltzer’s Smokehouse Meats drew a large crowd Saturday for its third annual Harvey Seltzer Day, marking 124 years since its founding with free tours, samples, and family-friendly activities despite rain.
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ELCO unveils Veterans Memorial, honors veteran graduates
The Eastern Lebanon County school district held a dedication ceremony for a Veterans Memorial, honoring Corporal Eric Ream and Private Earl Althouse, at ELCO High School Thursday afternoon.
