After interviewing two construction managers with decades of experience, Cornwall’s Planning and Zoning Commission chose Greg Roussey for his regular meeting attendance and committee involvement since moving to the borough in 2016.
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Cold temperatures delay Route 72 tree work; more than 1,000 respond to survey
The recent cold weather put the chill on planned tree trimming operations on State Route 72, the first phase of the $7-million resurfacing project of 6.32 miles of Quentin Road from the Lancaster/Lebanon county line to just south of Rocherty Road.
Jackson Township approves property for agricultural security area
Jackson Township supervisors designated 48.29 acres owned by Raymond B. and Esther Mae Zimmerman as an agricultural security area, a voluntary program that helps landowners qualify for farmland preservation.
Shapiro calls for more investment in Pa.’s poorest schools, public transit agencies as part of $53.3B budget pitch
To help pay for the new spending, Shapiro again called on lawmakers to tax and regulate slot-like skill games and legalize recreational marijuana.
ICE buys $87M warehouse in Berks County as it plans expansion of immigration detention centers
The warehouse, located at 3501 Mountain Road in Upper Bern Township, was sold to the United States government on behalf of the Department of Homeland Security and ICE.
South Lebanon approves engineering agreement for Hebron stormwater project
South Lebanon Township supervisors approved a stormwater project engineering agreement, a sewer system grinder purchase, and the promotion of Officer Logan Firestine to tenured patrolman at their Jan. 27 meeting.
Wooden nickels promote, celebrate Lebanon County’s rich history & heritage
Lebanon Countians are collecting wooden nickels to celebrate, commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday this year.
Police contract, snow removal efforts, highlight first 2026 City Council meeting
The City of Lebanon and its police officers’ union have agreed to a contract through 2029, and over 5,700 tons of snow have been removed from city streets.
Heidelberg Township introduces new officials, disagrees on appointments
Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors introduced newly appointed officials at their Jan. 27 meeting, where they also announced a $100,000 state grant for developing a trailhead and parking area at Schaefferstown Park Trail.
Code Blue Alert extended again to Feb. 3
The Lebanon County Coalition to End Homelessness again extended its Code Blue Alert until Feb. 3 due to ongoing extreme cold temperatures.
Lebanon city cancels snow emergency
Lebanon canceled its snow emergency Thursday at 9 a.m., reopening all snow emergency routes to traffic and parking after Winter Storm Fern.
Palmyra Borough Council hears resident complaints about snow plowing
Two residents shared their dissatisfaction with the plowing throughout the borough, saying that roads weren’t cleared widely enough and it created unsafe driving conditions.
Agency on Aging offers free help for expanded property tax/rent rebates
The Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging will provide free application assistance for Pennsylvania’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for the 2025 benefit year.
South Londonderry receives funding for a second roundabout on South Forge Road
The $1.75 million in grants will help cover the anticipated $2 million price tag.
Lebanon city will begin side street clean up Thursday; vehicles must be removed
Lebanon will begin secondary street snow removal Thursday at 7 a.m., targeting specific streets over two days with vehicles required to be removed or face tickets and towing.















