The most popular explanation is that Governor Dick wasn’t a governor at all, but an enslaved worker who lived and worked on the hill as a collier, or charcoal burner.
Municipalities
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Nearly 50 acres of city industrial land on Norfolk Southern track changes hands
Two parcels comprising nearly 50 acres of industrial-zoned land in Lebanon city changed hands in a $14.8 million transaction recorded January 13.
Posted inHistory
When did abolitionist Frederick Douglass make a speech in Lebanon, PA?
The famed abolitionist Frederick Douglass drew an overflow crowd to Lebanon County’s courthouse in 1867, where he spoke for two hours in a visit arranged by local businessman D.M. Karmany.
Posted inNews
Lebanon cafe owner joins mayoral race, pledges community-first approach
Lebanon cafe owner Damian Vargas, 32, has joined the Republican primary race for mayor, challenging incumbent Sherry Capello and photographer Scott Church.
Posted inNews
Lebanon County Bureau of Elections hosts ‘how to run for office’ seminar
The Lebanon County Bureau of Elections hosted an informative seminar Thursday on how to run for local office.
Posted inNews
Supervisors, engineers, developer work together to address stormwater runoff
West Cornwall Township supervisors held a workshop meeting to address stormwater runoff issues raised by local property owners.
Posted inNews
East Hanover Township supervisors approve zoning changes
Following a public hearing, the East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to approve a zoning ordinance and map amendment at its meeting Monday.
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Palmyra Borough Council okays road closure for May food truck festival
The 10th annual TruckTrek will be on Saturday, May 10. West Cherry Street from South Railroad Street to South Mark Street will be closed on that day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Heidelberg Township seeks feedback on burning ordinance
Having received complaints from residents on irresponsible burning, the Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors is seeking feedback from residents so it can pursue revisions to the township’s burning ordinance.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Uni sees his shadow during 44th annual Union Kanaal Grundsau Lodsch forecast
Lebanon County’s groundhog Uni predicted six more weeks of winter during his 44th annual forecast at Myerstown Recreation Park on Saturday, maintaining his claimed perfect prediction record since 1981.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Myerstown man faces cruelty to animals charges over snowmobile incident
20-year-old Myerstown resident Jeffrey Horst was charged Thursday over a Jan. 20 incident in Heidelberg Township that attracted regional attention.
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Route 72 bridge at Swatara Creek named after former state Senator Dave Arnold
Route 72 bridge over the Swatara Creek was named after former Lebanon County district attorney and state senator Dave Arnold at a dedication ceremony on Jan. 29.
Posted inUpcoming Events
St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church announces details for 2025 fasnacht sale (Updated)
St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church of Lebanon has announced some of the details for its annual fasnacht sale.
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Lebanon City Council hears updates on Coleman Memorial Park project
The connector trail to Union Canal Tunnel Park is currently under construction. David Funk, chair of the Coleman Memorial Park Board of Trustees, said the trail is already roughed in and will be paved, weather permitting, in the spring.
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Friends of Old Annville seek solutions to continue Historic Old Annville Day
Friends of Old Annville continue to explore options to ensure Historic Old Annville Day occurs in 2025.
