At its monthly meeting Monday, the North Lebanon Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to make a final payment of $38,525.61 for the recently-completed Lions Lake Park Improvements Project, at the recommendation of the township engineer.
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State bill aims to create $10 million insurance fund for geological disasters
A bill introduced in the state House would create an insurance program to offer up to $150,000 in relief to residents affected by landslides and sinkholes, addressing a gap in private insurance coverage.
Jackson Twp. to inspect South Ramona Road bridge for the first time since 2001
The township will pay $4,335 for the inspection. The bridge has faced more heavy use since the State Route 501 detour, despite the road not being the intended route.
Court backs Palmyra Borough in appeal over denied 2024 liquor license transfer
A Lebanon County judge upheld Palmyra Borough’s denial of a liquor license transfer for a proposed piano bar at 1 East Main Street.
Swatara Township announces North Lancaster St. bridge’s 18-ton weight limit
The bridge on North Lancaster Street crossing Oil Creek now has an 18-ton weight limit, with no exceptions for emergency vehicles.
Union Township approves waivers for controversial steel warehouse project
Residents attended the meeting to urge supervisors not to approve the waivers and to share their frustration about the land’s 2023 rezoning. Supervisors approved the waivers recommended by the planning commission.
Bethel Twp. supervisors agree to pipeline project terms for poultry producer
Bethel Township supervisors took action on numerous agenda items at their Aug. 14 meeting.
Millcreek Twp. redirects funds to housing rehab while eyeing post office upgrades
The Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors opted to continue pursuing improvements to the township’s post office in discussions of this year’s allotment of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
South Annville approves phase three of Candler’s Pointe Development plans
South Annville supervisors also approved other land plans, accepted an audit proposal, and heard from residents about a water easement issue.
South Londonderry approves cell tower land development plan and waivers
The proposed Verizon cell tower would sit on the In The Net property and is expected to give better service to South Londonderry residents.
Weaber Inc. files for bankruptcy protection, continues its operations
S. Annville Township hardwood lumber manufacturer Weaber, Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, indicating that it plans to reorganize and stay in business.
The conflicting visions to fund SEPTA and Pa.’s other public transit agencies
Lawmakers have missed SEPTA’s deadline to act to forestall cuts, divided over where money for transit should come from.
People seeking to clear their record of a criminal conviction can now do so online
The state’s new online pardon application aims to speed reviews and expand access for people seeking to clear criminal records.
Revised plans for curb and sidewalk work in Quentin under PennDOT review
Curb and sidewalk work on the township’s property at 67 W. Main St., Quentin, is still on hold, awaiting approval by PennDOT and issuance of a highway occupancy permit.
Myerstown Borough Council adds speed humps as 501 bridge work causes traffic
At its monthly meeting Tuesday, Myerstown Borough Council continued to discuss the traffic problems that have emerged since part of State Route 501 was closed due to the Tulpehocken Creek bridge replacement.
















