Youth aged 8 to 18 showcased projects they’ve completed in the last year of participation in the 4-H Friends Club at a roundup event Thursday, Aug. 1.
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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Teen’s $20,000 steer sale at Lebanon Area Fair benefits Christian ministries
Last year, the Lebanon County 4-H Dairy Beef Club sold a steer for $28,000 with proceeds benefiting local nonprofit the Lebanon Rescue Mission. This year, 17-year-old club member Caleb Nolt continued this generosity on his own.
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Heidelberg Twp. Board of Supervisors hear truck traffic concerns
The Heidelberg Board of Supervisors heard concerns from Heidelberg Ave. resident Phil Hayden about dangerous truck traffic down South Church Street Tuesday.
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What does the Lebanon Area Fair mean to local farmers?
For much of the general public, the Lebanon Area Fair is a chance to get a glimpse into the world of agriculture, catch some entertainment, and eat some sweet treats. But the fair means a little more for farmers who attend year after year.
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96-year-old country artist Al Shade honored for lifetime achievement
96-year-old Al Shade was presented a certificate recognizing his lifetime achievements by Lebanon County Commissioners Mike Kuhn and Robert Phillips at the fair Tuesday.
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Raspberry season is upon Lebanon county; here’s what you should know
LebTown spoke with Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences senior extension associate Kathy Demchak about wild raspberries, which are quickly approaching the end of their season.
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Cornwall Borough Council approves PRL and Rexmont Road subdivision plans
The Cornwall Borough Council approved the final plans for the PRL and Rexmont Road subdivisions at its meeting Monday.
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North Lebanon approves merger with North Cornwall police department
The North Lebanon Board of Supervisors voted to adopt a charter for the Lebanon County Regional Police Department, merging the North Lebanon and North Cornwall police departments, at its meeting Tuesday.
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Cornwall Planning and Zoning forwards final PRL, Rexmont Road plans to council
The Cornwall Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously agreed to pass the final plans for the PRL Industries manufacturing plant and the Rexmont Road subdivision to council for approval at its meeting last Monday.
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Heidelberg Township to adjust nuisance ordinance following resident concerns
The Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors held a hearing for a nuisance ordinance Tuesday, but opted to make changes to the ordinance prior to adoption.
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Lebanon Pride returns despite late planning [Photo Story]
Despite being planned at the last minute, this year’s Pride celebration went off without a hitch.
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North Cornwall Township adopts regional police charter with unanimous vote
The North Cornwall Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to adopt the intermunicipal charter agreement for a regionalized police force Tuesday.
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North Lebanon Township to hold public hearing on regional police charter
Monday, the North Lebanon Township Board of Supervisors agreed to hold a public hearing for the regional police charter.
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United Way concludes 2023-24 campaign, totaling over $880,000
The United Way of Lebanon County celebrated the end of its 2023-2024 fundraising campaign Thursday, having raised a total of $882,154 through the year.
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Myerstown Borough Council plans for U.S. semiquincentennial
The Myerstown Borough Council took steps to plan for the United States of America’s 250th anniversary at its meeting Tuesday.
