Constituents of Col. Frank Ryan, USMCR (Ret.) will have opportunities to sign his ballot petition over the next several weeks, according to the campaign for his election to a third term as representative in the 101st Legislative District.
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Christman’s Chronicles: When is a fish tank not a fish tank? [Paid Press Release]
It’s no accident that you see fish tanks in the waiting room at doctors’ offices.
🔗 Three Lebanon County students among highest scorers at 2020 Central PA Spelling Bee
Congratulations are in order for Palmyra Middle School’s Jhayce Hawley and Christine Stavropoulos, as well as Cedar Crest Middle School’s Viseth Meng.
🔗 Dire need for accessible housing in Lebanon spurring unique project on Maple Street (Paywall)
It would take over 50 years for Community Homes to clear their current waiting list for accessible housing units.
🔗 Lebanon County man dies in crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Dauphin County (Paywall)
A Lebanon County man died Saturday morning in a crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, according to state police. Lyle N. Garvey, 31, of Myerstown died at the scene from his injuries, state police said.
Bologna Fest & Winter Carnival this Saturday! [Paid Press Release]
For the ninth consecutive year, the Bologna Fest will be held this Saturday, January 25th.
🔗 Specter of warehouses causes uproar over proposed zoning changes in Bethel Township (Paywall)
Ten years ago, there were no warehouses in Bethel Township. Now, over a dozen have been built or are on the way.
🔗 Remembering Major Dick Winters and his ties to Lebanon County
This article was originally published on Jan. 21, 2019. On the occasion of what would have been Major Dick Winter’s 102nd birthday, we’ve updated it with more information about this local war hero.
🔗 Two pedestrians hit in accidents on Route 422; borough residents say they don’t feel safe (Paywall)
Two women were hit by cars in about two months time on Route 422 in Cleona. Residents say the road is getting increasingly dangerous.
🔗 Trade agreements spur “cautious optimism” for PA farmer
Cautious optimism. That’s how Pennsylvania farmers are approaching two new trade agreements coming down from Washington, DC.
Avoid cabin fever – come to the Bologna Fest & Winter Carnival [Paid Press Release]
Avoid the symptoms of cabin fever by coming out to the annual Bologna Fest & Winter Carnival at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center on Saturday, Jan. 26 from 10 a.m. ‘till 7 p.m.
Indiantown National Cemetery honors Christman’s Funeral Home [Paid Press Release]
Gregory Vaitl, owner and director of Christman’s Funeral Home, was pleasantly surprised when he opened his mail to discover that Christman’s Funeral Home had received a Certificate of Achievement plaque from Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, recognizing his business.
🔗 Lebanon County DA says he’s ‘ready to get to work’ in new role as state senator
The newly elected Republican state senator picked to represent the 48th District in Tuesday’s special election said he’s “ready to get to work.”
🔗 Pennsylvania Producers Win Best of Show in Farm Show Cheese Competition
Farmer Rudolph’s Creamery of Lebanon, Lebanon County, won the best in show award with its cheese, Sir Farmer, during the cheese competition on opening day of the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
THE CENTER extends “PITCH” till end of the month [Paid Press Release]
THE CENTER for Entrepreneurial Excellence, a free business resource for Lebanon County, is hosting the first-ever Entrepreneurial PITCH competition. The application deadline has been extended to January 31.