It’s easy to forget that the cozy hamlet of Mt. Gretna was once a military encampment, but an upcoming dedication of newly-purchased land will soon illuminate that era of history.
Author Archives: Joshua Groh
Josh is a Cornwall native and freelancer with a love of local history and the outdoors.
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Cornwall Manor to host a free presentation on the history of its grounds
The Cornwall Manor Retirement Community has got a lot of history on its campus.
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Why Cumberland Street is one-way, and why it’s unlikely to change
Cumberland Street is at the heart of both Lebanon and a long-running debate over whether it should remain, as it has for decades, a one-way street.
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Check out the 2019 Cherry Fair, one of Schaefferstown’s oldest traditions
Schaefferstown’s Cherry Fair, a celebration with roots hundreds of years old, is almost here again.
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At the historic Schaeffer farm, cows still roam the pastures
250+ years on, the Alexander Schaeffer farm remains alive with animals, including a special herd of cattle.
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Cedar Crest High School students achieved lots in 2018-2019 school year
With another school year on the books, students and seniors of Cedar Crest High School (CCHS) in the Cornwall-Lebanon School District have been recognized for their achievements.
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Countywide reading and exercise program kicks off for the summer
Families looking to make great summer memories in Lebanon will have plenty of opportunity to do so, thanks to a reading and exercise program hosted by county libraries and parks.
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LebTowns: North Cornwall & Karinchville
North of Cornwall Center, two neighborhoods—one old, one modern—sit side-by-side on the edge of rolling Lebanon farmlands.
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Line dance to be held at Hilltop for historical fundraising
On Saturday, June 8, the Lebanon PA Over 40 Facebook group will host a fundraising line dance and old-fashioned “stroll” to raise money for the Hilltop Playground and historic Krall Barn.
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A classic trip to Mount Gretna’s Jigger Shop
Childhood memories of trips to Mt. Gretna’s Jigger Shop are likely shared by more Lebanon residents than just about any other experience. After all, the business has been in operation for nearly 125 years.
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WellSpan considering options for lot at Rocherty and Cornwall
The red, brick-enclosure barn at the intersection of Rocherty and Cornwall Roads is a useful landmark for navigation, but what’s the story behind the property?
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Here’s a guide to Coleman Memorial Park’s 2019 events
Coleman Memorial Park’s event calendar ensures no shortage of things to do in 2019.
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T-Mobile store to be constructed on former site of Pete’s Pizza
At the former address of a beloved Lebanon restaurant, a new business is under construction: a T-Mobile store.
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Tabor Day and the incredible journey of a Lebanon church
For Lebanon citizens, the beautiful stone church at 124 South 10th Street likely needs no introduction. But the story behind one of its longest-standing June traditions is deeply connected to the founding of Lebanon itself.
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Annville Free Library to host 5K fundraising run in June
On Saturday, June 8th, the Annville Free Library will oversee a fundraising event in the form of a five-kilometer (5K) race.
