Despite some skepticism that Russian President Vladimir Putin would ever invade Ukraine, for nearly three months the world has witnessed the destruction of cities and civilians. No one knows this better than former Palmyra High School student-athlete Alex (Sasha) Coburn, who is currently stationed in Kyiv fighting in the war.
Community Shoutouts
Weidle Sanitation worker goes viral after saving 3 kittens from back of trash truck
Terence Taylor’s week by the numbers: Three kittens saved from the trash, and six million views on TikTok.
Lauren Smith, friend and nanny of Kortne Stouffer [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
Lauren Smith wasn’t just a nanny but a friend of the Stouffer family. Lauren shares her memories in a brief interview about Kortne.
Three local students receive scholarships from Making a Difference of Lebanon, PA
Three local students received $250 scholarships from Making a Difference of Lebanon, PA, at the organization’s annual awards reception.
Ebenezer Memorial Garden to be dedicated in May 21 ceremony
The Ebenezer Memorial Garden, a project of the Ebenezer Beautification Committee, will hold a dedication ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 21.
Over 130 volunteers participate in annual Campbelltown spring clean up day
More than 130 volunteers showed up Saturday, April 23, to give Campbelltown a spring cleaning as part of the Campbelltown Community Alliance’s annual Spring Clean Up Day.
Chautauqua seeks to restore wood carvings in honor of two late residents
The Pennsylvania Chautauqua plans to raise money to restore two wood carvings owned by Gretna music lovers Peter Hewitt and Walter McAnney.
Pastor Charlie Ilyes from South Lebanon Community Church [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
Pastor Charlie Ilyes is the Senior Pastor of the South Lebanon Community Church.
Irish native offers to be Lebanon’s guide through the complicated novel ‘Ulysses’
This Thursday, Irish native Seamus Carmichael will guide Lebanon County readers through the pages of “Ulysses.”
Krypton Cougars end season with best record in team’s 15-year history
The Krypton Cougars ended their season on a high note with a phenomenal appearance at the 2022 FIRST World Championships.
Scott Stouffer, father of Kortne Stouffer [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
It’s been almost 10 years since Scott Stouffer’s daughter Kortne mysteriously vanished from her apartment in Palmyra.
Pet of the Week: Grinch
Grinch is “a super chill kitty with an independent attitude.”
Neptune Fire Co. of Richland will host 100th Firefighters Convention in June
The parade is planned for 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, and will celebrate the community fire companies that serve the Lebanon Valley. Almost $35,000 in prize money will be awarded to participants.