The Lebanon VA Medical Center laid off an undisclosed but “small” number of probationary staff in February.
Municipalities
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West Cornwall Township plans public works projects for 2025
A public parking lot possibly with meters at the township’s property at 67 W. Main St. is one of four public works projects planned for 2025, township engineer Jeff Steckbeck said at supervisors’ meeting Monday.
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Myerstown Borough Council fields short-term rental concerns
The Myerstown Borough Council heard from several residents Tuesday voicing concerns about a short-term rental property at 11 N. College St.
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Palmyra Borough Council discuss ways to honor late mayor Fred Carpenter
Former Palmyra mayor Fred Carpenter passed away on March 6 after decades of public service in the borough. Council members are now looking for a way to honor his dedication to the community.
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South Annville Twp. supervisors approve new solution for inner trail connection
At its March meeting, the South Annville Township supervisors unanimously approved the solution connecting Carmany Place to Candler’s Pointe.
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Drunken Smithy adds mead hall aside axe-throwing at Lebanon Valley Mall
Saturday, the Drunken Smithy held a grand opening for a mead hall alongside existing axe-throwing and forging facilities at the Lebanon Valley Mall.
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Cornwall Borough Council looks to fill vacant seat following resignation
Following the resignation of Councilman Tony Fitzgibbons, Cornwall Borough Council plans to appoint a new member at a special meeting April 8 at 6:30 p.m.
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Schaylor Brewing Co. plans last day for Lebanon taproom after nearly two years
Berks County-based Schaylor Brewing Company will close the doors of its Lebanon satellite location at the Lebanon Farmers Market on Thursday, March 13.
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Mount Gretna council approves salt structure construction
The estimated total is $8,795 and includes the solid concrete blocks and other necessary materials. The borough crew will do the construction over the summer.
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North Annville Township residents air concerns on highway intersection project
North Annville Township residents raised concerns about a PennDOT proposal that will alter the intersection of Hill Church Road and Thompson Avenue.
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PennDOT plan would require eminent domain proceedings on preserved farm
Eminent domain proceedings would alter preserved farmland that’s been in the same family for nearly 300 years across 10 generations.
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Lebanon police chief Bret Fisher to retire
After nearly two and a half years as the city’s top cop, Lebanon police chief Bret Fisher will retire from the Lebanon Police Department on April 4, 2025, Mayor Sherry Capello announced Wednesday, March 12.
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Lebanon mayor race takes shape: Four to compete in GOP primary, one Dem files
Four candidates have filed to compete in the Republican primary for Lebanon mayor, while the sole Democratic candidate to file will win the primary by default and advance to the general election.
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Snyder, Bean Funeral Homes partner in purchase of Lebanon’s Porterfield-Scheid
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Homes & Crematory in Lancaster County and the Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory in Berks County purchased Porterfield-Scheid Funeral Home in North Cornwall Township.
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Historic World War II newsletter bound community and troops in Campbelltown
The Old Barn Rifle Club’s Semi-Monthly News Letter, produced by volunteers in a makeshift newsroom, served as a vital link between World War II service members and their community in South Londonderry Township.
