Walnut Street road work slow but on schedule, property owners need to fix curbs by August 15; City and HACC continue to negotiate.
Municipalities
HDC breaks ground on affordable housing community in Bethel Township
The Lancaster County-based developer of affordable housing is breaking ground this week on a housing project just outside Fredericksburg that will add 51 residential units to the community.
Lebanon City Council adopts new comprehensive zoning ordinance
The City of Lebanon adopted a new comprehensive zoning ordinance last night, among other business.
Lebanon City Council approves first step toward possible reopening of William Penn bar; PLCB signoff still needed
William Penn, longtime downtown Lebanon bar, takes preliminary step toward possible reopening. Still needs PLCB OK.
Lebanon announces fundraising success, fireworks to be held on Fourth of July
Lebanon City announced Friday afternoon that its fundraising effort for a Fourth of July fireworks display was a success.
Lebanon City fundraises for reimagined Fourth of July fireworks display
To become a reality, the event will need financial support from the public. It will also be different from the traditional offering.
Two in custody after shots fired at police in North Cornwall Township
Two suspects have been detained following an incident Thursday morning in North Cornwall Township.
Lebanon City Council unveils funding plan for small businesses
The city is eligible to receive an extra $391K from HUD for small businesses suffering from pandemic-related losses.
John Gloninger and his lasting legacy in North Cornwall Township
Lebanon native, Revolutionary War colonel, and North Cornwall park: how John Gloninger’s legacy lives on.
Lebanon Mayor says police to enforce 4/15 order, not business type restrictions
Lebanon Mayor Sherry Capello issued a message to the public on Saturday afternoon, May 16, detailing the City of Lebanon’s response to the go-yellow resolution passed Friday by the Lebanon County Commissioners.
Quittie body identified, second body found in North Cornwall Township
Lebanon City Police investigating the deaths of two males discovered days apart in the Quittapahilla Creek.
Lebanon City Council adopts resolution postponing due dates for tax payments
In order to help taxpayers in the City of Lebanon, Mayor Sherry Capello met with City Council Monday evening to formally adopt a resolution extending the discount period for real estate tax payments.
Municipalities across county adjusting to “new normal” of coronavirus shutdowns
LebTown touches base with Swatara, Heidelberg, North Cornwall, North Lebanon and Bethel Townships to see how they are adapting to a “new normal.”
Mayor Capello delivers 2020 State of the City address without usual live audience
City of Lebanon safer than 10 years ago, in good shape overall, according to Mayor Capello’s State of the City address.
City Council authorizes Mayor’s plan for bicycle playground at Coleman park
A planned bicycle playground in Coleman Memorial Park for youngsters looks like a win-win situation for the community and the city, as the project is expected to cost the city little or nothing.