Lebanon photographer Scott Church announced his bid for mayor during a radio interview, setting up a Republican primary challenge against four-term incumbent Sherry Capello.
Municipalities
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Subdivision, land development plan for Quentin townhomes tabled by board
West Cornwall Township supervisors voted to table action on the plan after hearing from nearby property owners of stormwater runoff issues.
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Bridge over Swatara Creek will be named for Sen. David Arnold at Jan. 29 event
A new Lebanon County bridge will be named in honor of the late Sen. David J. Arnold Jr. at a roadside ceremony beginning at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29.
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Here’s what’s happening on the Isaac Meier Homestead now through May 2025
The Isaac Meier Homestead is welcoming the new year with a calendar full of events that embrace the way of life from centuries past.
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Old Annville Day no more? Waiver denial may end event, says township manager
There’s uncertainty if Historic Old Annville Day happens this year following denial of a traffic rerouting waiver that included a large truck exemption request.
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South Lebanon gathering spot undergoes renovation by Cornwall restaurant owners
The tavern is being transformed into a new eatery by owners Andrew and Richelle Arnold, who also own and operate the Blue Bird Inn, Cornwall.
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Union Township supervisors hear public comments on industrial construction
Residents expressed concerns with the increased truck traffic going through the Lickdale intersection and on State Route 72.
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South Annville Township supervisors approve Southgate phase 1 plans
Approval is conditional to the remaining comments from South Annville legal counsel and engineers being fully addressed.
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Jonestown Borough Council approves utility vehicle, leaf vacuum purchases
The maintenance vehicle will replace a broken-down golf cart, costing about $19,000 and allowing maintence crews to haul material and connect equipment for snow removal.
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Palmyra’s Hoagies on Main destroyed in Friday morning fire, cause unknown
The Hoagies on Main Facebook page posted about the fire, saying the business was destroyed.
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South Londonderry Township supervisors reappoint Faith Bucks as board chair
The South Londonderry supervisors made appointments to several township boards and approved resolutions for 2025.
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Jackson Twp. supervisors to purchase used pick-up truck for township fleet
The 2016 truck has about 98,000 miles on it and will cost the township $14,999. Supervisors said it’s needed because their current zoning officer is more active in driving around the area.
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West Lebanon Township commissioners ban parking on part of Scull Street
The West Lebanon Township Board of Commissioners agreed to adopt an ordinance prohibiting parking on Scull Street between Webster Street and Washington Street at its meeting Monday.
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East Hanover unanimously approves 2025 budget with no tax increase
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to pass the drafted 2025 budget at its monthly meeting Dec. 30.
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North Annville Township supervisors reappoint Clyde Meyer as board chairman
North Annville Township held a reorganization meeting on Monday, Jan. 6.
