Frustrations over backyard chickens and deteriorating property conditions led two Cleona residents to bring their concerns before borough council.
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Cleona podiatrist who founded Palmyra Public Library celebrates 100th birthday
Dr. Catherine Hand, a retired Palmyra podiatrist and founder of that town’s library, turns 100 later this week.
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Brother-run Sarracino Pizzeria is hoping to ‘bring a taste of Naples’ to Cleona
The brothers, who got their start in the dad’s pizza shop in Jonestown, are hoping to finish construction in November and open in December.
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Study recommends consolidation of fire departments across six municipalities
Lebanon County fire companies and municipal governments are reviewing a state advisory report that recommends consolidation to combat declining volunteers, rising costs and coverage gaps, though implementation depends on local leaders’ willingness to act.
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New flower shop in Cleona combines artistry with sustainable practices
When Dara Machotka-Hafey opened Cleona Flowers in Cleona in April, she paired her passion for flowers and artistry in arranging them with her business skills.
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Cleona council reviews 2026 preliminary budget, discusses road repaving plans
Council members reviewed next year's preliminary budget and a 10-year plan to repave several roads in the borough.
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Cleona Big Lots to reopen May 15 (Updated)
Variety Wholesalers confirmed in a press release that the Cleona store is among 13 Big Lots in Pennsylvania that will reopen in May.
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Cleona Borough considers road repair plan, approves 2025 meeting calendar
Council member Samuel Wengert recommended the borough set aside about $100,000 per year to address the roads in the worst conditions over the next several years. The estimated cost of all projects would be about $650,000.
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Cleona Borough will repaint crosswalk, add signage to protect pedestrians
Cleona Borough Council members are considering a two-phase plan that would repaint crosswalks, add signage and later on, install signs with flashing lights to protect pedestrians trying to cross 422.
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Cleona Borough using new system with photo evidence to track code violations
Borough manager Jonathan Johnson said iWorQ will help the code enforcement officer track violations and will provide a “level playing field in terms of information” for residents.
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Cleona Borough Council discusses building renovations, code enforcement
Cleona's Borough Council discussed planned renovations and a new attempt at code enforcement.
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Former council member Jonathan Johnson is Cleona’s new manager
Jonathan Johnson’s past experiences have led to him being named Cleona’s new borough manager.
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Cleona zoners unanimously approve special exception for Mill St. solar farm
At a hearing Thursday, the Cleona Borough Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB) unanimously agreed to approve a special exception for a solar farm at 195 N. Mill St.
