After Camp Shand was purchased by Lebanon County for $725,000 last year, the transfer of the Cornwall summer camp was celebrated on Wednesday with the new name of “Camp Rocky Creek.”
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Lebanon County’s sweet, delicious, and cool ice cream history
In the history of Lebanon County, manufacturers of the frozen treat range from mom-and-pop shops to fairly large businesses.
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Little Bee’s Preschool opens in Myerstown
Little Bee’s Preschool has opened its doors at 101 South Railroad Street, Myerstown. It is located in a 715-square-foot space on the top floor of Myerstown’s Community Center.
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After a pandemic year, Mount Gretna Art Show returns in full swing on Aug. 21-22
“We have been planning since last fall to welcome the Art Show back to Mount Gretna,” show director Kerry Royer told LebTown. “We have been in contact with Lebanon County Department of Emergency Services, Cornwall Police Department, and South Londonderry Township Police Department during all stages of the planning to make sure we align with state and local guidelines.”
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[Photo Story] A trip to the Cornwall Inn’s ice cream parlor and art market
LebTown took a visit to the Cornwall Inn and had a taste of its new ice cream parlor, as well as checking out its monthly art market.
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Lebanon Area Fair saw record-breaking turnout, crowds embrace ag tradition
This year’s Lebanon Area Fair drew more than 60,000 visitors during the week. Most of those in attendance were local residents.
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Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts to hold legacy exhibit for Angela Funk
The Angela C. Funk Legacy Exhibit will be presented to the community from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 6 at the LVCOA headquarters.
Posted inReal Estate
Landmark to build Cornwall Junction community across from Cornwall Manor
Future residents will enjoy local area and educational amenities, such as the Lebanon Expo Center and the Cornwall-Lebanon School District.
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Mount Gretna Borough, West Cornwall Twp. get coronavirus recovery funds (Update)
Funds can be used to address the pandemic’s economic impacts, support public health, assist essential workers, and invest in infrastructure.
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[Photo Story] LebTown tours the Chestnut Street Log House
The Chestnut Street Log House will be open Wednesdays in August from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. They are always open by appointment.
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[Photo Story] A lot of bull, and horses too, at Lebanon Area Fair rodeo
Monday night, the track at the Lebanon Area Fair was the site of a rodeo, featuring 22 bull entries and 50 barrel entries. Here are LebTown’s photo highlights of the event.
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[Photo Story] A look at some of the youth exhibitors in the Lebanon Area Fair
Every year, dedicated youth exhibitors bring their animals to the Lebanon Area Farm Show to compete. LebTown talked to a few exhibitors about their experiences.
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Amid great anticipation, the 65th Lebanon Area Fair opens on Saturday
The Fair will run daily, beginning at 8 a.m., with gates closing at 10 p.m. Admission to the fair is $5 after 3 p.m., while some of the special events on the fairgrounds’ track require a separate charge.
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The Isaac Meier Homestead: “The Old Fort” of Myerstown
In 1757, Meier purchased almost 250 acres of farmland that included farm buildings and a large limestone house.
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Lebanon Community Theater holding two-person show this week after being closed for over a year
The two-man play Greater Tuna, featuring long-time LCT performers Larry Sheaf and Kevin Biddle, will show July 22, 23, and 24 at 7:30 p.m. and July 25 at 2:30 p.m. at LCT. The one-weekend show serves both as a soft reopening for the theater and a fundraiser.
