The Latest
- Two Lebanon County retailers will hand out free comics on Free Comic Book Day
- LVC partners with IU13 to cut cost of graduate school for K-12 educators
- Annville-Palmyra police merger is on track to go live on May 27
- With Patrick Ratke at helm, Flying Dutchmen seek to navigate change
- Pennsylvania Warhorse works to help first responders, veterans, and horses
- Reason for WADV radio silence unknown
- Pedestrian, 77, struck and killed Tuesday morning; police locate driver, vehicle
- Traffic signal project to begin at Route 72 and Isabel Drive in N. Cornwall Township
- Hidden wonder in the Valley: Vernal pools play vital role in amphibian reproduction
- Community Fire Company of Cornwall to hold International Firefighters Day event
- With new pavilion, Colebrook Crossing doubles down on initial success
- Penn State Health halts liver transplants as national oversight body reviews program
- Fundraiser started for family of Bryan Kendall sees tremendous response
- Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of April 29
- Addi Grace debuts first song on streaming platforms, defying doubters
- 2024 Alletta Schadler scholarship goes to Cedar Crest & CTC graduate
- Lebanon County Track and Field Championships: A celebration of athleticism and community spirit
- State advisory committee releases plan for historic public defense money
- Annville silo collapse leaves one dead
- Frog’s Hollow tavern says business has taken a hit so far, as has their pavement
- Heidelberg Township supervisors review the first draft of new nuisance ordinance
- PennDOT says it’s evaluating if more signage is needed for bridge project
- Route 72 bridge replacement begins, one span over Swatara Creek is already down
- North Lebanon Township supervisors approve Mt. Pleasant subdivision plans
- Local coroner death investigations down in 2023; suicide, drug ODs remain steady
- Lebanon County sets sights on treatment programs for opioid and other addictions
- CASA seeks volunteers to help end the cycle of abuse and neglect in foster care
- Featured Lebanon Valley events for the weekend of April 26 to April 28
- Voting runs smoothly despite ballot goof; Russ Diamond wins in 102nd district race
- Lebanon County 2024 primary election results
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LVC partners with IU13 to cut cost of graduate school for K-12 educators
An expanded partnership between LVC and IU13 will make graduate school more affordable for K-12 educators.
Bronx Wanderers kick off Gretna Cicada Festival – again!
The Wanderers kick off Season 29 of Cicada, the popular central Pennsylvania music festival, on Thursday and Friday, June 13 and 14.
Scott and Sue Kleinfelter list cozy Lebanon property with modern amenities
Iron Valley Real Estate Lebanon lists a charming 3-bedroom home at 355 E Guilford St, featuring modern kitchen appliances, ample outdoor space, and easy access to local amenities, for $145,000.
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[Column] National Skilled Trades Day highlights need for expanded workforce training in Pennsylvania
“Now more than ever, accessible, and affordable workforce training is the cornerstone of addressing poverty, unemployment, and underemployment in our communities.”
Pedestrian, 77, struck and killed Tuesday morning; police locate driver, vehicle
A 77-year-old woman was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver near her South Lebanon Township home this morning, according to police.
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Traffic signal project to begin at Route 72 and Isabel Drive in N. Cornwall Township
Drivers in North Cornwall Township should prepare for delays on Route 72 as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation begins a traffic signal project at the intersection with Isabel Drive.
The latest food safety violations in Lebanon County
Here are the most recent food safety violations in Lebanon County, as documented by Pennsylvania’s Department of Agriculture.
Hidden wonder in the Valley: Vernal pools play vital role in amphibian reproduction
Lebanon County’s vernal pools, temporary bodies of water filled by rain and snow melt, play an integral role in the reproduction of several amphibian species; however, their existence is at risk due to the alarming depletion of wetland areas in the state.
Community Fire Company of Cornwall to hold International Firefighters Day event
The Community Fire Company of Cornwall Borough will host a fundraiser on International Firefighters Day – May 4 – at the Blue Bird Inn in Cornwall to support local efforts to keep the community safe.
What We’re Reading Elsewhere on the Web
🔗 Silo collapse tragedy highlights importance of maintenance
The April 27 silo collapse in South Annville Township, Pennsylvania, that resulted in the death of 31-year-old Bryan Kendall is a rare occurrence, according to one expert, but a situation that deserves more attention as many silos are now decades old.
🔗 Silo and barn collapse in South Annville Township
Emergency crews responded to a major collapse of a fully loaded silo and a barn in South Annville Township, with the coroner also called to the scene.
🔗 Lebanon County school bus driver wins $1M Pennsylvania Lottery Mega Millions drawing
April Zipp, a Lebanon County woman, became a millionaire after winning the Mega Millions lottery with tickets she received as a birthday gift.
With new pavilion, Colebrook Crossing doubles down on initial success
The owners of local ice cream eatery Colebrook Crossing recently had a pavilion built at an adjacent playground and donated it to South Londonderry Township.
Why work with a financial advisor? Perspective from one
Here are some specific ways you can benefit from a professional relationship with a financial advisor.
Lebanon County’s Go-To Weather Forecast
Always know what tomorrow’s weather will bring by following Lebanon County Weather on Facebook.
Penn State Health halts liver transplants as national oversight body reviews program
Penn State voluntarily inactivated its liver transplant program after concerns about clinical processes and documentation were identified.
Fundraiser started for family of Bryan Kendall sees tremendous response
A fundraiser created for Bryan Kendall, the Annville farmer who perished in a silo collapse Saturday, has seen more than $42,000 donated in just over a day since it was started.
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Recent Lebanon County obituaries for week of April 29
Here are the latest obituaries from around Lebanon County.
Blotter: Accident involving injury/death, simple assault, pickpocket, hit-and-run
Here are the latest updates from local and state police in Lebanon County.
Addi Grace debuts first song on streaming platforms, defying doubters
Fourteen-year-old singer-songwriter Addi Grace has released her first song, “Not Gonna Make It,” on various streaming platforms, showcasing her soulful voice and songwriting talent.
Amazing stories about Lebanon County’s past
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What is the impact of a free press? Here’s why longtime Lebanon County resident Mary Huber donated to our Civic Impact Reporting Fund:
The term “free press” is bantered around frequently. But do most know the true impact of what a free press means? Or better yet, what the impact would be if it disappears; especially local press like LebTown.
Local newspapers, since their inception, have been watchdogs over issues that affect the communities they serve. Questioning those who govern in these communities informs the public and helps to safeguard our democratic way of life.
Hedge funds acquisitions of local newspapers have been disastrous to the vitality of a free press by decimating staff which, in turn, limits the ability to report on meetings, whether they be school board, county commissioner, city council, township supervisors and the list goes on. Who will be the watchdog?
I may not agree with the bent LebTown takes at times, but the mere fact that I can disagree and my disagreement will be published strengthens the concept of a free press. Thank you, LebTown for persevering and being the watchdog for Lebanon County.
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