In its last online meeting, Lebanon City Council removes obstacle to construction of Wengert Park and another section of LV Rail Trail, proposes changes to property and fire code appeal fees.
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Traffic group seeks to improve I-81 corridor
The I-81 Improvement Strategy project team is developing recommendations for improvements on I-81 in PennDOT District 8.
Tablets will help prepare Lebanon County Prison inmates to re-enter society
The county commissioners entered into an agreement Thursday to provide cost-free tablets to inmates at the county prison as a way to help them prepare to re-enter society.
Tony’s Mining Company sold, to re-open under new ownership
Tony’s Mining Company, the iconic restaurant in Cornwall, closed in April but will most likely re-open with new owners later this year.
Cleona’s Lorraine Koons embraced ‘Rosie The Riveter’s’ call to wartime service
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.
Carl Wenger’s lifetime of faith-inspired giving leaves indelible mark on Myerstown community
Carl Wenger was an entrepreneur and a philanthropist and a founder. He was a father, a family man, a man of faith and a friend.
New nonprofit aims to shift young adults away from homelessness
It’s not every day that someone goes out and starts a nonprofit.
Life is what you make it: Irene Wike looks back on 100 years
This is what an awesome 100 year old looks like.
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
County commissioners approved Thursday by a split vote a five-year tax abatement request totaling over $518,500 for DHL Express, a transportation company that plans to invest $88 million in blighted property in South Lebanon Township.
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
Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts newest exhibit, Art for Healing, will debut during the First Friday Art Walk, May 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. The exhibit is on display at LVCOA’s Gallery 770, 770 Cumberland Street, Lebanon.
Cornwall Borough police chief Bruce Harris will retire after 46+ years on the force
After nearly 47 years with the Cornwall Borough Police Department, Chief Bruce Harris will hand in his badge and service revolver when he retires from the force on Friday, May 7.