The City of Lebanon wants to hear how its businesses and residents think a major federal grant should be spent.
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S&P gives City of Lebanon Authority bonds an A+ rating
The City of Lebanon Authority (COLA) received an A+ rating from Standard & Poors for bonds refinanced in 2019 to upgrade the wastewater treatment plant, COLA deputy director Tom Deitzler reported to the board Monday, Feb. 10.
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Mount Gretna Borough to look into rebuilding salt storage structure
The existing salt storage structure is made of wood and is beginning to rot. Director of Public Works Bill Care said he will get pricing options and come to the council with a recommendation for the March or April meeting.
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Churches, schools, hospitals discuss changes to immigration enforcement
Local Lebanon County schools, hospitals and religious institutions are reviewing their policies after federal officials removed restrictions on immigration enforcement at sensitive locations, though none report being targeted since the January changes.
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Traffic project, fire company needs highlight N. Annville Twp. meeting
Safety concerns on separate subjects dominated discussion at the Feb. 10 meeting of the North Annville Township supervisors.
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Refuse authority monitoring high temperatures of gas collection wells
Routine monthly monitoring of the Greater Lebanon Refuse Authority’s gas collection wells turned up abnormally high temperatures—close to 135 degrees Fahrenheit—the board learned at its February meeting.
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Richland receives federal, state financing for $5.1 million water tank replacement
Richland Borough will begin construction in April on a $5.1 million water tank replacement project that promises better pressure and borough wide service.
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139,500 birds quarantined for avian flu at two facilities in northern Lebanon County
Data released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service indicates that as of Feb. 7 two flocks in Lebanon County consisting of 139,500 birds are currently being quarantined after highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected.
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National Guard, Penn State Health launch specialized trauma training program
The National Guard and Penn State Health have launched a collaborative trauma training program, which is open to soldiers stationed at Fort Indiantown Gap and from around the nation.
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Lebanon County’s DA’s office offers redemption over incarceration
Lebanon County DA’s office offers arc of redemption to non-violent offenders via various court programs to lessen recidivism, provide treatment and avoid doing time in prison.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of February 10
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
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Commissioners support Lebanon Rescue Mission’s planned expansion project
Lebanon County Commissioners conducted county business at their Feb. 6 meeting, including several real estate-involved transactions.
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North Cornwall Township moves forward with 2025 road paving project
The North Cornwall Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to advertise the 2025 paving project at its meeting Feb. 4.
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West Lebanon Township appoints emergency management coordinator
The West Lebanon Township Board of Commissioners unanimously agreed to appoint Brianna Laliberte with Lebanon County Emergency Management Services as the township’s emergency management coordinator (EMS) at its Feb. 3 meeting.
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Jonestown searches for more funds as curbing project becomes costlier
The estimated project costs have increased from around $1.2 million to about $1.9 million. Though most of that is covered by grants, higher costs mean the borough would have to pay more out of its own budget if it decides to move forward.
