Tim McGowan has embarked on a quest to identify the individuals interred in an unmarked cemetery on the grounds of the Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds.
People & Places
Lebanon County couple finds joy in creating ‘Hoodie-Hoo’ and other holidays
A local couple has created nearly 100 holidays … and the world has noticed.
Hey, have YOU seen a ghost at Harper’s Tavern? Annville eatery may be haunted
Is there a ghostly woman haunting the stairway at the old Harper’s Tavern in Annville? Or is there a man – a sailor, perhaps, with a mischievous sense of humor and a blatant disregard for current smoking laws – hanging around the bar?
LVC professor mines the depths of love, loss, guilt and hockey in debut novel
“Heading North,” the debut novel of Holly M. Wendt, an associate professor of English and Creative Writing at Lebanon Valley College, will be released in November.
Penn State Extension of Lebanon County welcomes its second 4-H educator
Penn State Extension Lebanon County recently welcomed Julie Weaver as its second 4-H educator.
Lebanon native Alex Stanilla releases ‘Savior,’ his latest retro-pop single
Singer-songwriter Alex Stanilla has released his new retro-pop track “Savior,” inspired by a psychedelic dream and out today.
Congregations merge at 2 historic Lutheran churches in Lebanon city
Two Lebanon city churches – one more than 200 years old, the other over a century – have merged into a single congregation.
Lebanon Valley Wine Club uncorks its 51st anniversary celebration
Interested in wine and/or winemaking? Check out Lebanon Valley Wine Club, which celebrated its 51st anniversary during a September meeting.
Conserving his farm and his way of life is a priority for Lebanon County farmer
While Lynn Struphar had no doubts about conserving his farm, the decision to enter the farmland preservation program requires consideration and planning.
Lebanon Valley Council of the Arts unveils mosaic at South Hills Park
Local artist Autumn Krouse led the design of a new mosaic at South Hills Park, a community project coordinated by the LVCA, featuring salvaged tiles and reflecting the park’s natural elements.
[Photo Story]: Risser-Marvel Farm Market corn maze opens for season
The Risser-Marvel Farm Market corn maze will open for the season this week, weather dependent.
Fifth-generation JDS Family Farm is an island in a sea of local development
The fifth-generation JDS Family Farm in North Londonderry Township, surrounded by residential development, is adapting to the changing landscape by focusing on local sales through a roadside market.
At Annville-Cleona High School, it’s ‘Keeping Up with the Gingrichs’
Matt and Carrie Gingrich, head coaches of Annville-Cleona High School’s football and field hockey teams respectively, balance their demanding roles with family life and community service.
For Frank Reich, head coach job with Carolina is next chapter, new challenge
The Carolina Panthers, under new head coach Frank Reich, aim for sustainable success and playoff qualification, with Reich’s mentorship of top draft pick Bryce Young playing a key role.
Bomgardner seizes her moment as Pennsylvania FFA state president
As Pennsylvania FFA president, Crystal Bomgardner will promote agricultural education and a need for more ag educators in the coming year.