An attempted robbery at Northwest Bank in Palmyra is under investigation by North Londonderry Township Police, who are seeking a red Honda Civic and a white male suspect in his 20s or 30s.
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Lebanon County real estate transfers, sponsored by Emmily Longenecker Team – Iron Valley Real Estate (April 1 to April 15)
Here are the real estate transfers recorded in Lebanon County for the first half of April. Sponsored by Emmily Longenecker Team – Iron Valley Real Estate.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Couple charged with manslaughter, reckless endangerment for fatal shooting
A Lebanon couple is charged with manslaughter and recklessly endangering another person after a mishandled firearm resulted in the death of their roommate, Hector Pomales-Torres.
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Record number of Lebanon County farms to be preserved in 2024
Lebanon County’s farmland preservation program is set to preserve 11 farms in 2024, tripling the usual acreage to 1,200, thanks to a $765,000 donation from the estate of Esther Martin.
Posted inBusiness & Nonprofits
From Lebanon to Palmyra to Hershey: The Shay’s Bakery connection
After establishing a successful bakery at the Lebanon Farmers Market, Epiphany Shay expands Shay’s Bakery to Palmyra, broadening her customer base and menu with items like pizza and soup.
Posted inSports
Palmyra graduate Lauren Wadas hopes to pursue her Olympic dream
The ex-Cougar field hockey star is training with Team USA in North Carolina and hoping to earn a spot on this year’s Olympic team.
Posted inHistory
World champion wrestler, war reporter, and Harvard coach: The life of Jack Azar
Jack Ozar, a star wrestler in the early 20th century and local hero from Lebanon County, who held the world middleweight championship title, was not only a sports icon but also served as a physical instructor, novelist, and international news correspondent.
Posted inPeople & Places
Former Pittsburgh Steeler says human connections guide him through life
Former Pittsburgh Steeler running back Rocky Bleier, who will speak at an event in Lebanon County in May, believes support systems are a positive influence in our lives.
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Heidelberg Township is expanding its Hometown Heroes banner program
Heidelberg Township is expanding its Hometown Heroes banner program, a program that honors local service members.
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Commonwealth dismisses criminal charges against Lebanon County attorney
The state has dismissed criminal contempt of court charges filed in January against Lebanon County attorney Lebanon County attorney George Christianson.
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South Annville board reviews revised Southgate conditional use application
The South Annville Township Board of Supervisors reviewed changes to Southgate development plans, including a reduction in dwelling units and an increase in construction phases, with a final decision expected in May.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
April 14 is Earl Dohner Day in Cornwall to mark local WWII veteran’s 100th birthday
Cornwall Borough Council unanimously agreed to declare this Sunday, April 14, 2024, Earl K. Dohner Day in celebration of Dohner’s long life and service to his country and community.
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Historic Quentin property is under agreement with W. Cornwall Township
West Cornwall Township supervisors have entered into an agreement to purchase 67 W. Main Street in Quentin at the corner of Zinns Mill Road and state Route 419.
Posted inEducation
WEPA is prepping to provide adult education classes this fall
Tec Centro, which is part of the WEPA initiative, will begin offering an array of adult education classes this fall. WEPA received an ARPA grant to purchase the former Elks building in downtown Lebanon.
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11 projects funded, Lebanon County seeks to spend remaining ARPA dollars
The county has about $813,000 to disburse through the end of 2024 through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. LebTown recaps the 11 projects that have already received federal funds.
