Guests could stop by the vendor booths, enter a handful of contests, and enjoy Viking-themed entertainment throughout the weekend.
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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2025 Mullet Contest participants grow big or go home at the Lebanon Area Fair
From shaking the luscious locks to backflipping, this year’s mullet contest competitors did whatever they could to get the judging panel’s attention and bring home a trophy or ribbon.
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Palmyra Borough Council approves road closures for holiday parade
Several roads in the borough will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 15 for the parade’s assembly and route.
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Jackson Twp. upholds warehouse rejection in agreement with residents
Supervisors heard from 10 residents who said they didn’t want the proposed warehouses at 50 S. Ramona Road and ultimately upheld their previous application rejection.
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5 of 6 Lebanon County school districts raise property taxes for 2025-26
Most districts raised taxes between 2% and 5% for the next year, with Palmyra keeping its millage rate consistent.
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Hog Diggity Dog & More show brings animal tricks to the Lebanon Area Fair
The show happens twice on weekdays and three times on weekends throughout the fair, with animals performing their many tricks for the crowd.
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Kids and adults compete in Lebanon Area Fair’s Fireman’s Competition
From an obstacle course, to cone throwing, to speed dressing in firefighter equipment, the kids and adults who participated had many chances to take home medals and trophies during Sunday’s Fireman’s Competition.
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Mount Gretna council hears comments about Rt. 117 parking ban discussion
The council heard from Jigger Shop owner Kyle Seyfert who said a parking ban on Route 117 would make finding spots difficult for their staff in an already busy area.
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‘It’s reflecting Lebanon County’: Volunteers clean graffitied Dinosaur Rock
The historic rock is a popular target for graffiti, but this group of volunteers is fighting back with its annual cleaning efforts.
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Union Twp. approves 10 miles of road line repainting, new speed limit sign
The township aims to get onto a three-year schedule of repainting its roads after this year’s line painting.
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Swatara Township supervisors vote to advertise Greble Road bid packet
Supervisors said they expect the bids to come in around $20,000 for the companies to do about half a mile of base repairs.
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Palmyra Borough Council hears report on struggling volunteer fire department
With the department struggling to find volunteers, the borough might have to transition to a partially or fully paid staff.
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South Londonderry supervisors approve sewer project and line painting
Township manager John Eberly said the sewer project will help save residents money on their bills due to decreased ground water infiltration.
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Jackson Twp. receives appeal for South Ramona warehouse application rejection
The supervisors heard the presentation from a representative and plan to make a decision at the next meeting.
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CASA celebrates anniversary, wants more Lebanon volunteers
CASA of Lancaster and Lebanon Counties has volunteers who advocate for children in foster care. Lancaster County has over 100 volunteers, and Lebanon County has around 15.
