Lebanon School District officials broke ground Thursday, Feb. 13, on a $40 million renovation project of the former Lebanon Middle School, now called Lebanon Intermediate School (350 N. 8th Street), to transform the 1937-era building into a modernized campus for the district’s fifth and sixth grade students.
William Trostel
William Trostel is a full-time freelance photographer/videographer based out of Lebanon City. Beginning his career as a hobbyist trying to film his friends skateboarding, his camera quickly turned into a passion. Within two years of being a hobbyist, William began to book portrait sessions and commercial branding photoshoots for various people and companies. Within another two years, William had officially begun his full-time journey as a freelancer, growing steadily into weddings and photojournalism, as is the case in present day.
William's work for LebTown allows him to interact with fellow community members and organizations, all while networking and continuing to further his own brand and overall career in photography. Beyond LebTown, other things that he does to get involved in the community are going to the gym, skateboarding, and hiking.
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Uni sees his shadow during 44th annual Union Kanaal Grundsau Lodsch forecast
Lebanon County’s groundhog Uni predicted six more weeks of winter during his 44th annual forecast at Myerstown Recreation Park on Saturday, maintaining his claimed perfect prediction record since 1981.
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[Photo Story] 50th annual Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show celebrates the arts
Amidst the Year of the Arts in Mount Gretna, the 50th annual Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show celebrated a variety of art forms on Aug. 17-18.
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[Photo Story] Views from above at the 2024 Lebanon Area Fair
LebTown captured the vibrant scenes of the 2024 Lebanon Area Fair from above on Sunday evening, as the week-long event, featuring a variety of entertainment and activities, continued its run through July 27.
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Local flavors shine at the 2024 Lebanon Area Fair
The 2024 Lebanon Area Fair offers a diverse culinary experience, featuring local Patches ice cream in milkshakes by the Lebanon County Dairy Promotion Program and a wide variety of other food options.
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Lebanon city police bike unit revived with donation of professional-grade e-bike
The Lebanon City Police Department has reintroduced its bike unit, now equipped with a professional-grade e-bike donated by Bennett Williams Real Estate and Lebanon Federal Credit Union.
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Susquehannock Fly Fishers: More than a fishing club, it’s a community builder
For over 15 years, the Susquehannock Fly Fishers have organized fishing events for IU-13 students, fostering skills and creating cherished memories with the help of club volunteers.
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Route 72 bridge replacement begins, one span over Swatara Creek is already down
Work began Monday, April 22, on the replacement of the Route 72 bridge in Frog’s Hollow over the Swatara Creek.
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Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery raises $2,350 for Lebanon police K-9 fund
At a brief ceremony Friday, April 19, at Lebanon City Hall, city officials accepted a $2,350 donation from Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery to fund the purchase of a new bulletproof vest for K-9 officer Ares.
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Public-private partnership results in opening of DiMatteo Plaza Apartments
The newly completed DiMatteo Plaza Apartments, named after local housing advocate Robert DiMatteo, will offer affordable one-bedroom units for $838 per month, including utilities, to income-eligible tenants.
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Memorial walk reminds us: Lt. William Lebo’s impact on city police force lives on
Lebanon community commemorates the two-year anniversary of Lt. William Lebo’s line-of-duty death with a memorial walk and service, highlighting his enduring impact on the city.
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Uni sees no shadow during 43rd forecast with Union Kanaal Grundsau Lodsch #17
On Friday, Feb. 2 – Groundhog’s Day – Union Kanaal Grundsau Lodsch #17 gathered at the Myerstown Recreation Park on South College Street to receive and share the 43rd annual forecast by Lebanon County’s own Uni.
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ELCO gives us a tour of newly expanded STEM & ag facilities at ELCO High School
The $38 million expansion and renovation project of ELCO High School is starting to bear fruit.
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Lebanon VA Medical Center holds ribbon cutting for new primary care building
The Lebanon VA Medical Center celebrated the opening of its brand new primary care space with a ribbon cutting and tour for local officials and media on Wednesday, Jan. 10.
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Snitz Creek Brewery’s new Palmyra location shooting for December opening
LebTown dropped in last week at what will soon be the third location of Snitz Creek Brewery.
