Tom Knapp, Author at LebTown

Rotunda and Whirling Dervish team up for pastry-inspired collaboration

by Tom KnappJanuary 19, 2021January 19, 2021

Two local businesses have joined forces to create a pair of ales flavored with pastry desserts.

Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce announces 2021 incoming directors and officers

by Tom KnappJanuary 14, 2021January 14, 2021

Brett Holland, whose first term as board chairman was marred by pandemic restrictions, hopes to see local commerce on the upswing in 2021.

Lebanon’s “Hiker” statue honors veterans from 3 turn-of-the-century conflicts

by Tom KnappJanuary 14, 2021January 14, 2021

The statue, which has stood in Lebanon since its dedication in 1940, is one of two called “The Hiker” to honor Spanish-American War veterans.

WADV back on the air after a year offline

by Tom KnappJanuary 13, 2021January 13, 2021

The radio station went silent on or before Dec. 5, 2019, and appears to have resumed broadcasts on Nov. 19, 2020.

Lebanon Middle School prepares holiday food baskets for students

by Tom KnappDecember 18, 2020December 18, 2020

Pandemic changes but doesn’t stop annual holiday food baskets for needy families in Lebanon Middle School community.

ELCO School District recognized for excellence in budget presentation

by Tom KnappDecember 17, 2020December 17, 2020

Meeting the criteria for the award means that a school district’s taxpayers get a clearer understanding of the budget process.

First vaccine shipment expected today at WellSpan Good Samaritan

by Tom KnappDecember 15, 2020December 15, 2020

First batch of coronavirus vaccine arrives in Lebanon on Tuesday; health care workers will be among the first to receive a dose.

What’s it like to have a segment of the old Union Canal in your backyard?

by Tom KnappDecember 11, 2020December 11, 2020

Couple in Lebanon County finds traces of the Old Union Canal on their property.

Statue donated by Jared Odrick now on display at Coleman Memorial Park

by Tom KnappDecember 8, 2020December 8, 2020

The statue donated to the Lebanon community by former NFL defensive end Jared Odrick was intended for Lebanon High School but ended up at Coleman Memorial Park instead.

PASD warns that it may be forced to go virtual only under new state orders

by Tom KnappDecember 7, 2020December 7, 2020

Under new state guidelines, two COVID-19 cases was enough to require a small school like Pine Street Elementary to close for several days.

Lebanon County DA Pier Hess Graf announces intent to run for full term

by Tom KnappDecember 4, 2020December 4, 2020

COVID-19 and a high-profile double homicide has marked Pier Hess Graf’s first months as county DA; now, she hopes for re-election.

Local youth earn first and second place in state Make It With Wool contest

by Tom KnappDecember 2, 2020December 2, 2020

COVID-19 derailed some aspects of the annual Pennsylvania Make It With Wool contest, but that didn’t stop two Lebanon County teens from taking top honors.