For Lebanon residents, there are few places as shady and welcoming as Coleman Memorial Park along West Maple Street.
People & Places
[Photo Story] The lean machines and cruisers of Lebanon’s strip
On a recent, breezy Friday evening, Lebanon residents got a chance to admire a favorite pastime of decades past: circuit cruising.
Back in the day, you didn’t need to be a motorhead to cruise Lebanon’s circuit
For the better part of 50 years, from the 1950s until the turn of the century, as the importance of the automobile in our culture was evolving, Lebanon County was growing up right along with it. Not everyone was cruising the circuit — just the cool kids.
For those in need, Compeer of Lebanon County is a friend indeed
Compeer’s mission is to help support clients with mental health diagnoses through a support network of volunteers called “friends.” The coronavirus has taken its toll on how the organization operates.
[Photo Story] Fish Out of Water exhibit debuted at July’s First Friday gathering
Lebanon Valley Council of the Arts unveiled its Fish Out of Water exhibit during First Friday on July 3, and LebTown was there to capture the event.
‘Fish Out of Water’ exhibit installed along Veterans’ Memorial Walkway
Lebanon Valley Council of the Arts will host its First Friday Art Walk from 5 to 8 p.m., July 3 in downtown Lebanon, unveiling its “Fish Out of Water” public art installation.
2 years of random Palmyra golf balls, and no answer to mystery in sight
Who has been leaving golf balls on the streets, lots, and lawns of Palmyra? The mystery remains unsolved, for now.
How Dairy Princess Paige Peiffer is advocating for dairy during a very unusual year
The near-loss of her family’s dairy farm in 2018 was an eye-opening experience for Paige Peiffer. Now she’s advocating for her family’s industry in unprecedented times.
Where to spot bald eagles in Lebanon County
Three decades ago, there were just three bald eagle nests in the state. Now, there are over 300.
County commissioners recognize WWII veteran James Fabiochi
World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient James Fabiochi, 96, was honored recently with a proclamation issued by the Lebanon County Commissioners.
Dem. Matt Duvall on long shot House bid: ‘I want to give people a choice’
Duvall is running as a Democrat in the deeply-red 102nd district against incumbent Rep. Russ Diamond, who ran unopposed in 2016.
Former mayor George Kaufman governed Jonestown with his heart
Kaufman is ten years removed from his time as Jonestown’s influential mayor. His recollection of that era remains vivid, because it so much reflected who he really is as a person.
Community raises money for local mom recovering after being struck by vehicle
A GoFundMe page has raised more than $10,000 for a young Lebanon mother critically injured after being hit by a vehicle last winter.
Country String Shop and Music Academy carries on community tradition
Owner Bob Cain recalls the history of the building and reflects on the importance of music in the community.
A trek into the wilderness of the Lebanon Reservoir and Jeff’s Swamp
A hike to the source of Lebanon’s water supply in the wilderness of central Pennsylvania.