Borough manager Roger Powl said fire taxes and refuse rates will likely increase in 2026, but the borough isn’t in a “dire situation” that would require a major millage rate increase like in 2025.
Municipalities
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Myerstown to undertake wastewater treatment facility feasibility study
Myerstown Borough Council unanimously agreed to approve a wastewater treatment facility feasibility study from RETTEW Associates, Inc. for $39,500 at its monthly meeting Tuesday.
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Intersection work at N. Zinns Mill & Main Street in Quentin to be completed this fall
An intersection improvement project in Quentin resumed Monday after a year-long delay when PennDOT mandated additional stormwater infrastructure that increased costs from an estimated $70,000 to more than $117,000.
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N. Annville Twp. supervisors address multiple traffic concerns from residents
Dump truck accident leads to discussion concerning traffic safety at North Annville Township meeting, along with possible ordinance to address vehicular noises.
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Cornwall Borough narrowly approves E-town water authority discussions
During its monthly meeting Monday, Cornwall Borough Council agreed to open discussions/negotiations between the borough and the Elizabethtown Area Water Authority.
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Mount Gretna council hears from attorney about ADA parking request
The Mount Gretna Borough Council previously denied the request for an accessible parking space near a resident’s Pennsylvania Avenue address and are now taking the additional provided information into consideration.
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Swatara Township supervisors discuss last month’s solar project approval
Residents asked the supervisors questions about their approval process, the ordinances that led to the approval, and the future of the proposed solar farm at 80 Fortna Road.
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South Annville Township anticipates a proposed 2026 budget for November
The South Annville Township Board of Supervisors plans to vote on the proposed 2026 budget at the Dec. 10 meeting.
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Despite drizzle, Apple Cider Festival draws guests to Levitz Memorial Park
The annual Apple Cider Festival — the second since the event was paused due to COVID-19 — drew over 2,000 guests to H.M. Levitz Memorial Park Sunday.
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Union Twp. authorizes NLFES to submit nearly $700,000 LSA ask for new trucks
If the Northern Lebanon Fire and Emergency Services gets the entire requested amount, it could purchase five fire police trucks.
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Annville’s Allen Theatre charts path as combo cinema, bookshop, music venue
The Allen Theatre in Annville Township, under new ownership since 2024, has transformed from a first-run movie house into a cultural venue featuring live music, classic films and an adjacent bookstore café.
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Bethel Twp. supervisors mum at meeting on hiring of international law firm
Bethel Township supervisors hire international law firm for personnel matter; revisit use of fire police and potential liability at their Oct. 9 meeting.
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Jonestown Borough to advertise updated firearms ordinance, reviews 2026 budget
The current firearms ordinance was adopted in 2008. If the updated version is adopted, it will give additional allowed firearm uses, such as self defense, burials or funerals, and shooting ranges.
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Millcreek Township supervisors plan for 2027 fire tax and incentive program
In order to foster the Newmanstown Volunteer Fire Company’s volunteer rates and ability to respond to emergencies, the Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors hopes to enact both a fire tax and an incentive program to begin in 2027, and discussed the matter at its monthly meeting Wednesday.
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Jackson Twp. supervisors hold executive session for warehouse litigation
Leed Equities is challenging Jackson Township’s May decisions to adopt a warehouse ordinance and reject the company’s plans for multiple warehouses near Jackson Elementary School following months of public opposition.
