The Lebanon Lions Club held its 80th annual Christmas luncheon Wednesday, bringing together members and visually impaired residents who benefit from the organization’s more than $50,000 in annual donations through its partnership with Vision Corps.
Business & Nonprofits
Historic Schaefferstown among 177 groups awarded grants in $4m round
A Lebanon County nonprofit that preserves Pennsylvania German history will use a $9,000 state grant to cover insurance costs for its three historic properties in Schaefferstown.
Habitat for Humanity hands over the keys for a Lebanon rebuild
The house on North 11th Street in Lebanon was previously condemned after two house fires, but it will now serve as a steady home for one of Lancaster Lebanon Habitat for Humanity’s own employees.
Mancino’s in the Lebanon Valley Mall to open Italian deli and market
Co-owner Franco Mancino said the new deli and market will offer imported food like meats and cheeses, along with Italian dried goods and ready-to-eat meals.
Cornwall Manor acquires 55 acres of North Cornwall Township farmland
Cornwall Manor purchased a 55-acre farm for $2.2 million at an October auction and plans to lease it to a local farmer, marking the retirement community’s first property acquisition outside Cornwall Borough.
Economic development group looks to provide housing units in N. Lebanon Twp.
The Lebanon Valley Economic Development Corporation is exploring the rezoning of 18 acres in North Lebanon Township from industrial to residential for construction of a housing development.
LVEDC works to enhance business opportunities in the Lebanon Valley
The Lebanon Valley Economic Development Corporation has reinvented itself over the years to meet the needs of the Lebanon County business community.
Visit Lebanon Valley appoints Nancy Gates as new president and CEO
Visit Lebanon Valley has a new president and CEO. Nancy Gates, of Palmyra, has assumed the leadership role, according to a press release Monday, Dec. 8, from Lebanon County’s destination marketing agency.
Good Samaritan Hospital unveils four flexible-use emergency rooms
The rooms can be used for medical emergencies and can be quickly transformed to be safe for behavioral health patients.
United Way of Lebanon County halfway to $750,000 fundraising goal for 2025-2026
The United Way of Lebanon County announced it has raised $375,000 toward its $750,000 goal for the 2025-2026 campaign at a Dec. 4 luncheon at Hebron Banquet Hall.
Jon Beers to leave position as City of Lebanon Authority director at year end
On Dec. 31, Jon Beers will step down as executive director, City of Lebanon Authority, a position he’s held since the authority’s establishment in 2007.
Jubilee Ministries purchases Lebanon Rescue Mission’s Agape Shelter home
Lebanon Rescue Mission has sold its Agape Family Shelter property in Lebanon to Jubilee Ministries.
Soup, soap, salvation: Lebanon Rescue Mission thankful for 80-year ministry
Lebanon Rescue Mission will keep an 80-year-old Thanksgiving tradition alive when it serves Thanksgiving Day dinner to its residents and local community members on Thursday.
Veterans Affairs houses largest number of homeless vets in seven years
The VA Lebanon Healthcare System permanently housed 463 homeless veterans as part of a national effort that placed 51,936 veterans in permanent housing in 2025.
5th annual Great Lebanon County Pitch awards $10,000 to three local businesses
The Lebanon Valley Chamber Foundation awarded Baked With A Twist $5,000, Windmill Art Studio $3,000, and The Canine Canvas $2,000 in grants.

















