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.
Municipalities
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Cornwall planning board advances zoning amendment for non-considered uses
During a three-hour meeting at 10 a.m. Monday morning, Cornwall’s Planning and Zoning Commission discussed multiple drafted ordinances.
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Affordable housing complex in South Annville Twp. holds dedication ceremony
There are two- and three-bedroom apartments available, with pricing determined through an application and screening process.
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Jonestown Borough’s second budget reading shows no tax increase
The second reading of the budget shows around $500,000 in both expenditures and revenues for 2026, and no tax increase is expected.
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Cornwall police seek ID help after vehicle break-ins at tennis courts, rail trail
Cornwall Borough Police are attempting to identify a suspect who stole from three vehicles at parking lots near the rail trail on Wednesday afternoon and later used stolen identification for bank fraud.
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Annville passes parking ordinance that prohibits semi-trailer truck parking
New parking regulations for Annville, including semi-trailer bans, matches up the township’s rules with police department partner Palmyra Borough.
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Bethel Twp. grants zoning variances for multi-faceted Bell & Evans signage
Bethel Township’s zoning board grants several variances to local poultry producer to construct promotional signage.
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West Lebanon Township considers Coleman Memorial Park connection
West Lebanon Township commissioners said they would consider a proposal to build a walking path connecting the township park to Coleman Memorial Park after hearing a request from park officials Monday.
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Jackson Township votes to submit data center ordinance to county planning
The data center ordinance is intended to limit the use to the township’s industrial zoning district. Supervisors said they haven’t heard of any plans, but wanted to “get something on the books.”
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Republicans win Cornwall council races
Five Republicans won Cornwall Borough Council seats Tuesday, including four four-year positions and one two-year seat that was decided by just 16 votes.
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Voters give Capello 5th term as Lebanon mayor, elect Wilson, Haitos to city council
Lebanon city voters have reelected mayor Sherry Capello and councilwoman Karen Haitos, and elected Cornell Wilson to a second, non-consecutive term on city council.
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Palmyra’s ‘worst-case scenario’ budget could include a .9-mill tax increase
The budget is considered the “worst-case scenario” and includes all possible projects and maintenance costs, which the council will now go through and consider.
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Clear Spring Road in North Annville Township slated to reopen in 2026
North Annville Township announces tentative reopening plan for railroad bridge closed for repairs last May.
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Heidelberg Twp. approves interior renovations for municipal building
Heidelberg Township supervisors unanimously approved an agreement for interior renovations of their 1977 building Tuesday, with the $264,483 project coming in $95,000 under budget estimates.
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East Hanover Township amends accessory apartment ordinance
East Hanover Township supervisors unanimously adopted a zoning ordinance updating regulations for accessory apartments, nonconforming structures and fencing at their monthly meeting Monday.
