An attorney representing the developers of 50 S. Ramona Road attended the public hearing prior to the vote to ask the supervisors to delay the hearing and go through the public notification process again.
Katie Knol
Katie Knol is a 2024 Penn State graduate with bachelor's degrees in journalism and political science. She has reporting experience in student-run publications The Daily Collegian and CommRadio along with NPR-affiliate stations WPSU and WITF. Born and raised in the Hershey-Palmyra area, when she isn't reporting, she can be found hanging out with her dogs and cat, baking or scrolling on TikTok.
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Cedar Crest Youth Lacrosse teaches athletes perseverance and teamwork
The team is only one of two youth lacrosse programs in the county, and they mostly compete against groups from Lancaster.
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LCRC-endorsed candidates in Palmyra win big in council, school board races
Two borough council incumbents lost to the slate of four candidates endorsed by the Lebanon County Republican Committee. Incumbent mayor Tom Miller beat his LCRC competition to remain in his seat.
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Polls are open in Lebanon County’s municipal primary election
Polls opened at 7 a.m. and will close at 8 p.m. tonight.
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United Way of Lebanon County celebrates annual fundraising campaign
Executive director Erin Velazquez said they didn’t reach the fundraising goal of $1 million — instead raising $750,000 — but are looking to regroup for the next fundraising period starting in September.
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Union Township considers increase of supervisor pay for first time since 1997
If approved, the ordinance would raise supervisor pay from $1,875 to $3,145 per year. The change would go into effect at the start of each seat’s next term.
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Palmyra Borough’s fix of Melrose development stormwater problem stalls
The council heard a list of alternatives, but did not make a decision at the May meeting about how they will move forward.
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LV Mall’s new Adventurer’s Hollow game tavern offers food, mocktails, community
The gaming tavern is a store and cafe, offering food and a public space for the community, the owners said. People can try out the games in-store or buy a copy to take home.
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Mount Gretna Borough switches to county emergency management agency
Gary Verna with Lebanon County Department of Emergency Services attended the meeting to answer questions.
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Palmyra’s 10th annual Truck Trek brings food and art to Lebanon County
Event proceeds went toward The Caring Cupboard, which also had several raffle items people could buy tickets for.
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Swatara Township supervisors delay land purchase decision
Township officials said they didn’t make a decision whether to move forward during the executive session, so the discussion will be back on the agenda in June.
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Jonestown Borough Council cancels Market Street project
The project has been up in the air for several months, with council members unsure if they’d move forward due to costs.
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Jackson Township supervisors decline Myerstown Community Pool funding idea
The offer stated that if the township contributed $10,000 to the Myerstown Community Pool, its residents would receive the same discounted rate that borough residents get on season passes.
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Swatara Sojourn hits the water for 35th year of Lebanon County kayaking
A group of around 40 boaters traveled 15 miles of Swatara Creek on Saturday, picking up trash and enjoying Lebanon County nature.
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Lebanon Community Library unveils seed library to encourage community growing
The Lebanon Community Library’s “seed library” is available for the community. People can take some packets of free seeds to start their own gardens.
