From 1942 until the end of World War II in 1945, Koons worked at Middletown Air Depot, mainly in the fuselage department, mostly repairing B-17 bombers and C-47 cargo planes. Toiling in a crew that also included four men, Koons worked eight-hour shifts six days a week.
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Over 5,000 flags will honor veterans in Lebanon cemeteries
Overall, more than 5,000 flags will be placed in 35 cemeteries May 15.
Lebanon church hires new head pastor in the midst of pandemic
In addition to dealing with the temporary closure of the church, the congregation faced with a new hurdle – finding and hiring a full-time pastor in the midst of the pandemic.
Commissioners approve half-million tax abatement for DHL Express, discuss contaminated State Drive site
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City’s lawsuit continues to block sale of old Northwest Elementary school
The sale and redevelopment of the old Northwest Elementary school is on hold until at least September unless the city and the school district can work out their dispute.
Squabbles break out in some camps as five candidates vie for justice seat
Some candidates for the judge’s seat are attempting to smear their opponents.
‘Art for Healing’ debuts May 7 at Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts
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Cornwall Borough police chief Bruce Harris will retire after 46+ years on the force
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Another rebranding for the old Treadway Inn – Hammock Hotel replaces Clarion
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For a century, local Kiwanis Club members have been living in the moment
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Amtrak says rumors of passenger service through Lebanon aren’t true
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Naval Academy chooses ELCO senior Georgia Martin
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