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Tom Knapp
Tom has been a professional journalist for nearly four decades. In his spare time, he plays fiddle with the Irish band Fire in the Glen, and he reviews music, books and movies for Rambles.NET. He lives with his wife, Michelle, and has four children: Vinnie, Molly, Annabelle and Wolf.
Posted inEducation
ELCO English teacher among 12 finalists to be Pennsylvania’s Teacher of the Year
ELCO High School’s Jonathan Bickel, recognized for his innovative projects and connection with students, is a finalist for 2024 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Cafe Panache announces abrupt closure, owner cites staffing issues for decision
Popular French eatery will be replaced by Gabby’s Italian Bistro later this month.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Lebanon police say argument led to fatal shooting Wednesday on Jones Street
A Lebanon man was fatally shot Wednesday morning in what police say was an argument that escalated into violence.
Posted inEducation
ELCO expansion and renovation project modernizes high school, adds STEM wing
ELCO High School is getting an expansion, facelift and other improvements that, district officials told LebTown, were long overdue.
Posted inNews
Senator Gebhard pushes bill requiring financial literacy class in PA schools
Senator Chris Gebhard pushes for a bill to mandate a half-credit financial literacy course for high school students in Pennsylvania, aiming to equip them with essential money management skills for adulthood.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Wertz Candies is sold, and the new owners are … some more Wertzes
Lindsay and Rob Wertz are the new owners of Lebanon’s iconic downtown candy store, Wertz Candies.
Posted inNews
‘Red flag’ laws find no favor among local lawmakers despite recent shootings
Local lawmakers polled by LebTown did not support Pennsylvania passing a “red flag law,” which would make the state eligible for millions of federal dollars to use for violence prevention aids, mental health support, and more.
