The Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Lebanon County are joining with the Chestnut Street Community Center and Penn State Health to offer “Seed to Supper,” a beginner’s gardening course that teaches how to build healthy soil, plan a growing space, choose crops, care for a growing garden, and harvest the bounty.
LebTown Staff
Posted inHistory
When did abolitionist Frederick Douglass make a speech in Lebanon, PA?
The famed abolitionist Frederick Douglass drew an overflow crowd to Lebanon County’s courthouse in 1867, where he spoke for two hours in a visit arranged by local businessman D.M. Karmany.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Senate confirms new PA Adjutant General
Lebanon County’s Fort Indiantown Gap to welcome new leadership as Brig. Gen. John R. Pippy receives unanimous confirmation to head state’s military affairs.
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Posted inReal Estate
Lebanon County real estate transfers, sponsored by Reliable Moving and Storage (Jan. 16 to Jan. 31)
Here are the real estate transfers recorded in Lebanon County for the second half of January. Sponsored by Reliable Moving and Storage.
Posted inNews
Lebanon cafe owner joins mayoral race, pledges community-first approach
Lebanon cafe owner Damian Vargas, 32, has joined the Republican primary race for mayor, challenging incumbent Sherry Capello and photographer Scott Church.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Marines, Air Force air-lift Stryker vehicles to Fort Indiantown Gap for target practice
Eight decommissioned Army Stryker vehicles were airlifted to Fort Indiantown Gap on Jan. 22 for use as targets in the training facility’s impact area.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Food safety inspections in Lebanon County for week of Feb. 3
Here are food safety violations in Lebanon County for the week of Feb. 3, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
🔗 Cause found for fatal Lebanon County plane crash
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its final report on a fatal Lebanon County plane crash that occurred last year.
Posted inNews
Middle Creek prohibits access for snow geese viewing due to avian flu concerns
Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area announced Monday that effective Tuesday, Feb. 4, public access will be prohibited in the areas of the preserve commonly used for viewing the annual mass migration of snow geese and other birds.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Blotter: Fatal crash, identity theft, arrest warrants, gas station fire, found property
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Posted inNews
Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of February 3
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Posted inEducation
CLSD shares that superintendent’s condition has improved (Updated)
Cornwall-Lebanon School District superintendent Dr. Philip Domencic’s condition has been downgraded from critical care to intermediate care following his hospitalization last week.
Posted inUpcoming Events
Lebanon County branch of NAACP announces Black History Month events
The Lebanon County branch of the NAACP has announced several local events for Black History Month.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Myerstown man faces cruelty to animals charges over snowmobile incident
20-year-old Myerstown resident Jeffrey Horst was charged Thursday over a Jan. 20 incident in Heidelberg Township that attracted regional attention.
Posted inUpcoming Events
St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church announces details for 2025 fasnacht sale (Updated)
St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church of Lebanon has announced some of the details for its annual fasnacht sale.
