Annville Township commissioners approved a $3.06 million budget for 2026 and a 0.5-mill property tax increase that will add $72.20 annually to the median-assessed home’s tax bill.
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Posted inHistory
Hebron Moravian Cemetery receives historic designation from commonwealth
Pennsylvania designated the Hebron Moravian Cemetery, which contains graves from the Revolutionary War and French and Indian War, as a state historical site as the first step toward potential national recognition.
Posted inPeople & Places
Myerstown heritage museum will display local history through artifacts
Volunteers with Myerstown Area Heritage Center and Museum are hard at work cataloging and sorting collected items into exhibits, meant to represent different parts of the area’s history.
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West Lebanon Township begins process for Coleman Memorial Park connection
West Lebanon Township commissioners unanimously authorized discussions to connect Coleman Memorial Park to the township park via a .1-mile trail, though no construction has been approved.
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Jackson Twp. supervisors give guidance on updated solicitors ordinance
The goal of the ordinance, according to supervisor Thomas Houtz, is to protect township residents while not overly limiting small businesses.
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Palmyra Borough Council advertises 2026 budget with 0.7-mill tax increase
The council can continue making cuts to the budget to bring down the tax increase, and are hoping the paving bids come in lower than they budgeted for.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Jubilee Ministries purchases Lebanon Rescue Mission’s Agape Shelter home
Lebanon Rescue Mission has sold its Agape Family Shelter property in Lebanon to Jubilee Ministries.
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Soup, soap, salvation: Lebanon Rescue Mission thankful for 80-year ministry
Lebanon Rescue Mission will keep an 80-year-old Thanksgiving tradition alive when it serves Thanksgiving Day dinner to its residents and local community members on Thursday.
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Historic Preservation Trust scrambles to find location for Patch Mansion
The Historic Preservation Trust of Lebanon County is racing to relocate the mid-1800s Donaghmore/Patch Mansion before Lebanon School District demolishes it, with North Cornwall Township set to decide Dec. 2 whether to provide land for the historic structure.
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East Hanover Township board advances 2026 budget with no tax increase
The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to advertise the drafted 2026 budget, with no tax increases planned, at its monthly meeting Monday.
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2026 Lebanon city budget sets up 11th straight year with no tax increase
Lebanon City Council Monday night approved a 2026 budget that will make it 11 straight years without a property tax increase.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Landlord says Cedar Haven owes millions, wants receiver appointed
Cedar Haven Healthcare Center faces a possible “orderly wind down” after its operator fell behind on $2.4 million in rent and state payments, prompting the landlord to seek emergency court intervention.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Lebanon’s gingerbread-themed holiday parade draws crowds despite drizzle
The Community of Lebanon Association held its annual holiday parade Saturday morning along Cumberland Street, featuring a gingerbread theme and awarding prizes across multiple categories including best float, best dance group, and best decorated emergency vehicle.
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Route 501 bridge in Myerstown reopens
PennDOT reopened the Route 501 bridge over Tulpehocken Creek in Myerstown Borough on Friday, about a month after its originally planned Oct. 20 opening date.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
Brother-run Sarracino Pizzeria is hoping to ‘bring a taste of Naples’ to Cleona
The brothers, who got their start in the dad’s pizza shop in Jonestown, are hoping to finish construction in November and open in December.
