The Lebanon Valley Conservancy turns 25 in ’25. LebTown spoke with officials about the organization’s past, anniversary plans, and future vision.
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Lebanon Transit joins statewide real-time bus tracking system
Planning a bus trip from Lebanon to Lancaster, Reading, or Harrisburg just got easier.
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Now with 14 stops, annual Java Journey launches Jan. 16 in the Lebanon Valley
The sixth annual Lebanon Valley Java Journey is ready to begin for another two months of drinking coffee and supporting more than a dozen local coffeehouses.
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South Lebanon gathering spot undergoes renovation by Cornwall restaurant owners
The tavern is being transformed into a new eatery by owners Andrew and Richelle Arnold, who also own and operate the Blue Bird Inn, Cornwall.Â
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LebTown exclusive: Animal expert praises Bell & Evans poultry-handling
Innovative professor and best-selling author Dr. Temple Grandin spoke to LebTown in an exclusive interview during the PA Farm Show about her consulting work with local poultry producer Bell & Evans.
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Former Leffler’s station to reopen pumps this year; convenience store will follow
The former Leffler’s Service Co. at 640 N. 9th St., Lebanon, is set to re-open sometime in 2025 as a gas station, with convenience store expansion plans slated for the future.
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Lebanon Farmers Market’s new owner begins making plans to revitalize site
The new owner of the Lebanon Farmers Market said he doesn’t plan to make any major changes to the historic property, although he intends to maximize the revenue stream, fill the empty spaces and “raise the value to the tenants.”
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Sunday screenings appear to be last for Regal Lebanon Valley; future uncertain
Regal Lebanon Valley will screen its apparent final showings on Sunday, Jan. 5.
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Child cancer survivor and family organize toy drive for Ronald McDonald House
For the 11th year in a row, “CHASE-ing a Cure,” a nonprofit headed by Emily Kemberling, hosted a toy drive benefiting kids at the Ronald McDonald House in Hershey.
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Big Lots in Cleona still open; going out of business sale in progress (Updated)
Cleona’s Big Lots location joins nationwide going-out-of-business sales following a collapsed acquisition deal.
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Lebanon Valley Chamber Foundation announces first micro-grant awardees
The Lebanon Valley Chamber Foundation has announced more than a dozen micro-grant awards in the first round of a new designed to support local small businesses and nonprofit organizations.
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Former Layser’s Flowers property sells for $1.7 million in Jackson Township
The Jackson Township property formerly home to Layser’s Flowers Garden Center and Gift Shop was purchased for $1.695 million by Copper Run Holdings in mid-November.
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Luthercare will sell Spang Crest Manor to Tryko Partners; terms not disclosed
The historic Spang Crest Manor, which began as an 18-bed church home in 1953, will be acquired by healthcare operator Tryko Partners from Luthercare by December 31.
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Book Bar opens in Palmyra, offering books, drinks, community and events
Owner Brittany Haynes said the community response has been “overwhelming,” and she’s looking forward to organizing more events and book clubs in the future.
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WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital receives top national safety rating
The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers, has awarded an “A” safety grade to WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, as well as to WellSpan hospitals in Ephrata and Waynesboro, for fall 2024.
