Lebanon County state Representatives Russ Diamond (R-102) and Frank Ryan (R-101) said they followed protocols after learning that a member of their caucus had been diagnosed with COVID-19.
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.
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Taste of Sicily receives ‘initial notice’ from police after resuming eat-in dining
The family-owned restaurant re-opened indoor dining last week, and plans on staying open despite warnings from law enforcement.
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Radio silence: FCC chides AM station WADV for failing to notify commission of intent to halt operations
The AM radio station has been off the air for more than five months, possibly due to technical difficulties with its transmitter.
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Local school administrators ‘wary’ of new state subsidies
Gov. Tom Wolf announced May 13 that Pennsylvania will receive a one-time grant of federal emergency funds totaling $523.8 million to help schools cope with costs associated with COVID-19.
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Here’s what local high school graduation ceremonies will look like this year
School districts in Lebanon County have begun revealing their plans to make the day special and memorable for seniors and their families.
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Palmyra restaurant among first to reopen indoor, outdoor seating to public
Family-owned restaurant Taste of Sicily didn’t waste any time when Lebanon County Commissioners passed a resolution last week in favor of reopening the county.
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Reactions to county commissioners’ go-yellow resolution split along party lines
A decision Friday by Lebanon County Commissioners to reopen the county despite Gov. Tom Wolf’s COVID-19 restrictions has gotten mixed reactions from local officials.
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Lebanon Area Fair will ‘most certainly’ be affected by COVID-19
The annual fair is tentatively scheduled for July 25. It is not yet known exactly how the event will be impacted by COVID-19.
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Researchers, advocates tackle COVID-19’s disproportionate toll on Latino community
Latino communities are among those hardest hit by the coronavirus. Here’s why that’s happening, and what can be done about it.
Posted inPeople & Places
Annual Annville Memorial Day Parade will be ‘quiet memorial’ this year
Due to the pandemic, the 30-year tradition will take on a new form this year. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t participate.
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Auditor General to review DCED waiver process following letter from Arnold, other Republican senators
Pennsylvania’s Auditor General has launched an investigation into the state Department of Community and Economic Development’s handling of business shutdowns COVID-19.
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PASD scrambles to cut budget in wake of COVID-19 financial impact
Palmyra Area School District stands to lose over $2 million due to fallout from COVID-19.
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Lebanon County Coroner Dr. Jeff Yocum discusses shifting death counts, advises public to continue laying low for now
LebTown speaks with Lebanon County coroner Dr. Jeff Yocum about the virus’ impact on his work and the strained relationship between the Pa. DOH and his colleagues across the state.
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Funeral director returns after 2 weeks with Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team in NYC
Steve Lum was called into New York City on March 31 to help process COVID-19 victims. Here, he recalls his experience.
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Eastern Lebanon teachers organize virtual Autism Acceptance day
The event was originally scheduled for early April. ELCO teachers are making sure it isn’t missed.
