The Lebanon Valley Exposition & Fairgrounds secured $4 million in state funding for a new multipurpose facility mirroring the existing North Hall, set to open in 2027.
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[Photo Story] Returning finalists win 18th annual Sweep the Streets tournament
Fourth-consecutive-time finalists Fuhrman Ind. clenched a victory during Sunday’s championship match at the 18th annual Sweep the Streets tournament.
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Lebanon City Council passes 2025 plan for spending federal grant money
Lebanon City Council approved plans Monday evening to spend federal low income grant funds through 2029.
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Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts installs mosaic mural at Lions Lake
Monday, volunteers with the Lebanon Valley Council On The Arts began installation of a mosaic mural titled “Water is Life” at Lions Lake park. The council is seeking community help on the installation for the rest of the week.
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Lebanon nonprofit ‘Reel Boys’ provides free fishing education to local youth
The community organization, open to local youth with and without fishing experience, strives to teach kids the fundamentals of fishing. Its events are free, staffed with volunteer mentors, and stocked with extra fishing rods and equipment for participants who need them.
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West Cornwall Township planners review proposed driveway off of state Route 117
A proposed driveway off of State Route 117 in Mount Gretna received a more favorable response from township planning commissioners Wednesday than when it was first presented in May.
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Heidelberg Township supervisors discuss Mountain Trail Motel variance
Tuesday, the Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors heard concerns from residents about the Mountain Trail Motel, which was recently granted a variance by the Zoning Hearing Board to allow for residential housing.
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Bethel Twp. officials updated on traffic plan for two hazardous intersections
Bell & Evans officials discuss multiple projects with Bethel Township Planning Commission members at a commission meeting earlier this week.
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Construction continues in Fredericksburg at Fireman’s Park ahead of Hinkelfest
The new facility at Fireman’s Park continues to take shape in advance of Hinkelfest this September.
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Palmyra Borough Council approves road closures for holiday parade
Several roads in the borough will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 15 for the parade’s assembly and route.
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North Lebanon Township approves Sheetz land development plan
At its Monday meeting, the North Lebanon Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the land development plan for the 6,139-square-foot Sheetz planned for the intersection of State Route 72 and Long Lane.
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Jackson Twp. upholds warehouse rejection in agreement with residents
Supervisors heard from 10 residents who said they didn’t want the proposed warehouses at 50 S. Ramona Road and ultimately upheld their previous application rejection.
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New book by founder of Gretna Music celebrates 50 years of music excellence
Mozart in the Woods: Gretna Music’s 50 Years by Carl Ellenberger combines history and memoir to capture the music organization’s evolution.
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PennDOT project to address flooding on Lingle Ave. estimated for 2028 season
A $5.8 million PennDOT project to address flooding on Lingle Avenue has been delayed until 2028 due to project complexities and historic preservation concerns.
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Bethel Township supervisors approve projects for ag-based producers
Actions concerning several Bethel Township-based agricultural operations were taken at the July 17 supervisors meeting.
