After filing for bankruptcy in January, Joann announced Wednesday that it would be closing 500 of its 800 remaining stores, including its Lebanon location.
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Mad Potter Studio welcomes its first Valentine’s Day in business
A blossoming business offers its patrons one-of-a-kind arrangements when many are searching for their one-of-a-kind sweetheart’s perfect gift.
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Popular food truck Haj Paj to open breakfast & lunch cafe in Annville
Local caterer Theresa Ortwein acquired a recently closed Mediterranean restaurant space to transform it into Cafe Haj Paj, marking the biggest expansion in her company’s eight-year history.
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Nearly 50 acres of city industrial land on Norfolk Southern track changes hands
Two parcels comprising nearly 50 acres of industrial-zoned land in Lebanon city changed hands in a $14.8 million transaction recorded January 13.
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25 in ’25: Lebanon Valley Conservancy poised to celebrate silver anniversary
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.
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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.
