This year’s TruckTrek will take place on May 9, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., but organizers are looking to expand it into a town-wide affair.
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Lebanon couple brings Dominican street food scene to South 8th Street as Bytes
Bytes Dominican Flavors started with the owners selling food they made at home, but about a year ago, they opened the brick and mortar restaurant at 27 S. 8th St.
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Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry earns honors at kitchen and bath industry show
Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry, based in Schaefferstown, won Best Cabinetry Booth and Best Medium Booth at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in February.
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February DOH survey found ‘Immediate Jeopardy’ situation at Cedar Haven
The Pennsylvania Department of Health surveyed Cedar Haven Healthcare Center on Feb. 2 in response to a complaint and identified an “Immediate Jeopardy” situation with how the facility was handling drugs.
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State, owner object to Cedar Haven sale proposed by trustee in bankruptcy case
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services raised legal objections to a bankruptcy-driven sale of Cedar Haven to MDA Capital Group, arguing the proposed deal could circumvent state licensing laws and unfairly limit competing bids.
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Groundbreaking held for Agape Safe Haven
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday to mark the beginning of construction of the $8.5 million Agape Safe Haven shelter at the Lebanon Rescue Mission in the city.
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Desserts, Etc. to open Mount Gretna outpost in 1902 Chautauqua landmark
Hershey-based Desserts, Etc., is planning to open a coffee and pastries shop in one of Mount Gretna's oldest buildings in May.
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Dining Latino: La Placita brings a taste of Mexico City to the city of Lebanon
Co-owners Sergio Uraga and Guadalupe Barba run La Placita, located at 922 Cumberland St., Lebanon, with the help of two employees.
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Housing shortage, consumer spending among key topics at economic forecast
Economists speaking at a Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce breakfast Thursday said a post-2008 housing shortage has fueled inflation, dampened consumer spending and could slow Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in 2026.
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Dining Latino: Restaurant Latino offers healthy, fresh comfort food
Restaurant Latino, located at 42 S. 8th St. in Lebanon, has built a loyal following by offering daily-prepared Dominican cuisine and personalized service under the direction of owners Bernardo Espinal and Rosa Elena Medrano.
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New animal livestock club formed in Lebanon County, splits from local 4-H
The Lebanon Area Fair will recognize a new youth agriculture club launched by former 4-H leaders who say Penn State Extension’s increased oversight and training requirements limited their ability to make local decisions for livestock programs.
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Boger Concrete and Quandel Concrete merge to create BQ Concrete
Boger Concrete and Quandel Concrete have merged to create BQ Concrete which will operate under the Byler Materials Group family of companies.
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Wertz Candies expands sale of famous caramel corn to three local groceries
Wertz Candies Caramel Corn is now available at three local grocery stores as well as the shop’s downtown location.
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Dining Latino: Black Diamond shines with Nicaraguan and Dominican cuisine
Located at 607 Cumberland St. in the city of Lebanon, Black Diamond Restaurant is entering its third year of business.
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Dining Latino: La Coffeeteria reaches one-year anniversary in Lebanon
LebTown’s first article in its “Dining Latino” series visits La Coffeeteria, which serves drinks, classic Hispanic meals, and baked goods from its South 8th Street location.
