Several local organizations are combining efforts to provide Lebanon County students with school supplies for the coming academic year.
Education
Back in Alumni Stadium, Lebanon coach Brett Sylve aims to build on foundation
Lebanon High football coach Brett Sylve hopes stability, a renovated home stadium, and a back-to-basics approach will help the Cedars turn the corner after 52 consecutive losses.
Matthews Public Library scavenger hunt explores county’s hidden histories
Matthews Public Library is hosting a scavenger hunt for local history buffs to unearth the stories of several prominent Lebanon County residents.
ELCO board votes 7-2 on new budget, 8-1 on CTC’s updated Articles of Agreement
The ELCO school board unanimously voted to approve the appointment of Dr. Michael Gerhart as assistant superintendent of the school district.
James Biever Police-Community Alliance announces 2026 scholarship recipients
The James Biever Police-Community Alliance has announced the 2026 recipients of the James Biever Criminal Justice Award.
CTC plans stalled after Lebanon board rejects updated Articles of Agreement
The Lebanon school board voted down new CTC Articles of Agreement at the school’s Joint Operating Committee meeting, as the five other participating districts approved them, preferring STEB financing over the proposed 50/50 financing method.
Cornwall-Lebanon school board approves 2026-27 budget and tax increase
The Cornwall-Lebanon School District board unanimously approved a $119.6 million budget for 2026-27 that includes a 3.9% tax increase.
Palmyra school district asks for resumes to fill 3 board vacancies
The district is looking to fill one-third of the seats on the school board following resignations, and the next scheduled meeting has been cancelled due to not meeting a quorum.
Lebanon school board passes ’26-’27 budget with 3.43% property tax increase
At its June 15 meeting, the Lebanon School board approved a budget with a 3.43% tax hike, and rejected proposed revisions to updated articles of agreement for the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center.
LCCTC authority prepares for monthly meetings ahead of first bond issuance
The Lebanon County Career and Technology Center’s Building Authority is preparing to issue its first-ever bond for a $79.5 million to $116.5 million renovation or replacement of its 60-year-old facility, with a vote expected in January 2027.
PASD approves steady millage, president resigns, coach comments continue
The budget outlines almost $75 million in estimated revenue and expenses for the 2026-27 school year. The millage rate will stay consistent at 18.1532 mills.
CLSD board preps for 2026-27 budget approval
The Cornwall-Lebanon school board heard details of the 2026-2027 budget at its work session June 8.
Annville-Cleona school board passes 2026 budget, accepts coach resignation
The Annville-Cleona school board unanimously approved a $38.2 million budget and a 4.2% property tax increase for the 2026-2027 school year.
Students celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Ebenezer Elementary School
Students and faculty at Ebenezer Elementary School in the Cornwall-Lebanon School District celebrated America’s sesquicentennial “in grand style” on Wednesday, June 3.
Palmyra Rotary turns recycled plastic into ‘green’ bench at Forge Road school
Students, faculty, and staff at Forge Road Elementary School on Friday, May 29, dedicated a new “green” bench donated to the school by the Palmyra Rotary Club.























