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Author Archives: Jeff Falk

Posted inCommunity Shoutouts

Rotary’s student of the month program celebrates hard work and leadership

Avatarby Jeff Falk12 hours agoMarch 4, 2021

The Lebanon Rotary has been sponsoring the student of the month program for more than 35 years. Currently, the Lebanon Rotary honors high school students monthly – mainly seniors – in the Cornwall-Lebanon, Lebanon and Annville-Cleona school districts, as well as at Lebanon County Career and Technology Center.

Posted inHistory

Krim’s beverages – the little Lebanon business that made a big splash in the soft drink world

Avatarby Jeff FalkMarch 2, 2021March 2, 2021

From the 1920s to the 1970s, Krim’s Beverages produced a number of soda products in a modest plant at 406 S. Broad St. in Lebanon.

Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits

Community Homes expands in pursuit of mission for more affordable housing

Avatarby Jeff FalkMarch 1, 2021March 1, 2021

Community Homes of Lebanon County’s six properties provide 287 apartments and units for local seniors and younger adults with disabilities in need. There are another estimated 555 local residents on Community Homes’ waiting list for housing whose rent is determined by income.

Posted inNews

First responders’ commitment to Lebanon County is thick as a brick

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 25, 2021February 25, 2021

Through the brick project, the organizers hope to raise as much money as they can for the funding of the First Responders’ Memorial, shooting for as much as $120,000 of the estimated $175,000 to $200,000 total cost.

Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits

For those seeking a unique wedding venue, WareHouse 435 is place to go

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 23, 2021February 24, 2021

Located at 435 Willow Street in Lebanon, at the site of the former Hidden Still Spirits building, the WareHouse 435 experience is rooted in the past, while featuring all the modern amenities.

Posted inNews

Whodunnit? Mystery novelist Barbara Neely did – very, very well in fact

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 22, 2021February 23, 2021

Neely was one of the greatest mystery authors of our time. But because few details exist, her time in Lebanon is shrouded in mystery.

Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits

Beyond simply serving, new Palmyra Dunkin’ seeks to be part of community

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 17, 2021February 17, 2021

The location’s model seems perfect for the COVID era, offering only drive-through and walk-up service, but the lack of dine-in service was unrelated to the current pandemic.

Posted inPeople & Places

Everyone can agree Monument Park needs a little sprucing up

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 12, 2021February 12, 2021

Philosophically, David Balmer, a concerned citizen, and Jo Ellen Litz, a Lebanon County commissioner, see eye-to-eye on a great many things. But there are a few minor specific details that they vary on.

Posted inHistory

Salem Lutheran’s past holds many lessons on history of religion in county

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 11, 2021February 11, 2021

“Lebanon and Salem Lutheran grew up together. It has a distinguished place in the community, with its rich heritage. It has 260 years of Christian witness behind it.”

Posted inPeople & Places

Erik Soulliard’s latest media project to promote Lebanon is simply creative

Avatarby Jeff FalkFebruary 3, 2021February 3, 2021

Activist and photographer Erik Soulliard’s latest project features portrait photos of 20 Lebanon County residents and is set to be displayed at a March 5th exhibit.

Posted inHistory

Before World War II, trolley cars were the best way to get around Lebanon City

Avatarby Jeff FalkJanuary 29, 2021February 12, 2021

With few physical reminders of its existence, trolley car transportation in Lebanon County is now all but forgotten. But trolley cars played a key role in Lebanon becoming what it is today.

Posted inPeople & Places

Local clock repairman Henry Smith would like to see downtown clocks keeping time

Avatarby Jeff FalkJanuary 27, 2021January 27, 2021

Henry Smith is a local clock repairman whose passion for clocks produces strong opinions about them. Not only does Smith find clocks aesthetically pleasing, he also sees their functionality as beautiful.

Posted inPeople & Places

Few places epitomize the history of Lebanon County better than Shirksville

Avatarby Jeff FalkJanuary 26, 2021January 26, 2021

Surrounded by fertile farm land, Shirksville is situated in Bethel Township, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. But there are very few markers that acknowledge this small town’s existence.

Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits

Jubilee Ministries expands its mission to Berks County through Wernersville store

Avatarby Jeff FalkJanuary 21, 2021January 26, 2021

On Monday, Jan. 18, Jubilee Ministries opened its seventh thrift store, in Wernersville. Jubilee views the opening as a way to expand its ministry into Berks County, and as an opportunity to do even more good.

Posted inPeople & Places

PA National Guard is a great way to help others, while helping oneself

Avatarby Jeff FalkJanuary 19, 2021January 19, 2021

The Pennsylvania National Guard, which is headquartered at Fort Indiantown Gap in Annville, currently boasts a force of about 19,000 personnel, 3,500 of whom are serving full time and 15,500 who are part-timers.

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