The Pennsylvania Department of Health surveyed Cedar Haven Healthcare Center on Feb. 2 in response to a complaint and identified an “Immediate Jeopardy” situation with how the facility was handling drugs.
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State, owner object to Cedar Haven sale proposed by trustee in bankruptcy case
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services raised legal objections to a bankruptcy-driven sale of Cedar Haven to MDA Capital Group, arguing the proposed deal could circumvent state licensing laws and unfairly limit competing bids.
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Swatara Township turns to oil and chip treatment as paving costs rise
Rising road maintenance costs are pushing Swatara Township toward oil and chip treatments over traditional paving, as supervisors voted to seek bids for three roads while also weighing a $100,000 base repair on Werner Road.
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South Londonderry Township posts draft of revised data center ordinance
At the March 10 meeting, supervisors also approved a SWAT Agreement and discussed the logistics of The Wall That Heals coming to Campbelltown.
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Union Township supervisors hear updates on draft ordinances
The planning commission will meet again on April 1 to continue discussing the proposed draft ordinances. They can then make a recommendation to the board of supervisors.
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Land development plans for Bell & Evans’ cold storage, tray pack facilities approved
A land development plan for construction of a cold storage facility at 241 Blue Mountain Road was approved March 12 by Bethel Township supervisors.
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Millcreek Twp. seeks bids for paving, oil and chip projects amid rising costs
Facing rising paving costs and limited liquid fuels funding, Millcreek Township supervisors moved Wednesday to solicit bids for two road projects, reserving the right to reject offers if prices come in too high.
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Myerstown Borough Council appoints new councilman in mixed vote
After holding public interviews of four candidates Tuesday, March 10, Myerstown Borough Council appointed Robert Fullenlove to a council seat formerly held by Stacey Hackman. Fullenlove, who will serve until the end of the term in January of 2028, acted as a councilman for the remainder of the meeting.
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S. Lebanon Board of Supervisors hears bids for summer paving projects
Supervisors opened two bids Tuesday for summer paving projects to township roads.
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Richland Borough Council discusses Knox Box ordinance
Richland Borough Council members discussed and tabled an ordinance regarding Knox Boxes at a March 10 meeting.
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Mount Gretna Borough discusses LED streetlight conversion
Mount Gretna Borough Council members discussed a forthcoming LED streetlight conversion plan at its March 9 meeting.
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West Cornwall Twp. sets timetable, gains flexibility for Cavalry at Quentin rec fee
Township supervisors approved changes to the Cavalry at Quentin development agreement Monday, giving the developer financial flexibility on parks and rec fees while granting the township broader discretion over how those funds are spent.
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Groundbreaking held for Agape Safe Haven
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday to mark the beginning of construction of the $8.5 million Agape Safe Haven shelter at the Lebanon Rescue Mission in the city.
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Two killed in head-on crash on State Drive in South Lebanon Township
A 47-year-old Mansfield man and a 19-year-old Palmyra man died Tuesday night after a head-on collision in the 3100 block of State Drive, police said.
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Cornwall Borough Council gives final approval on ICE agreement
Cornwall Borough Council unanimously approved a 287(g) task force agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, becoming the fifth law enforcement agency in Lebanon County to join the program.
