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.
Joshua Groh
Josh Groh is a Cornwall native and writer who began reporting for LebTown in 2019. He continued to regularly contribute to LebTown while earning a degree in environmental science at Lebanon Valley College, graduating in 2021. Since then, he has lead conservation crews in Colorado and taken on additional freelance writing opportunities. His focuses at LebTown include local history topics, outdoor recreation, and aspects of the membership program. You can find him biking out on the Rail Trail in his free time.
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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.
Posted inHistory
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.
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LebTowns: Toytown & the ‘Cornwall Commons’
Among the handful of Cornwall villages that developed while work in the Iron Banks flourished, Toytown, as it is commonly known, was built in quite a different way.
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Indiantown Gap National Cemetery holds annual Echo Taps ceremony
Last Friday, May 18, the annual Echo Taps ceremony took place at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
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New bike repair station at the Farmers Market ready for public use [Photo Story]
A new bicycle pump and repair station opened to the public outside the Lebanon Farmers Market this past Friday, May 17th.
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No more Street Fairs for Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary, but raffle will continue
The annual WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital (GSH) Auxiliary Street Fair, which ran for 70 years until 2018, will be replaced this year with a new type of fundraiser.
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Here’s the complete summer season of Gretna Music performances
The hills of Mt. Gretna will soon be alive with lots and lots of music, according to Gretna Music’s new 2019 summer performance schedule.
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Steitz City Players holding auditions for summer production of Godspell
Lebanon’s performing arts group the Steitz City Players (SCP) has announced its upcoming production of the musical “Godspell” to be held in August.
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Expo Center to host antique show on Mother’s Day weekend
If you’re looking for something to do before Mother’s Day, check out the 1st Annual Rusty Gold Antique and Artisan Show, which will be held Saturday, May 11th at the Lebanon Expo Center.
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Popular Palmyra catering service Savory Occasions prepares to open cafe
Local caterer Savory Occasions is soon ready to open its first brick-and-mortar cafe at 123 East Main Street in Palmyra.
