The Java Journey has grown from a small initiative to a major community event attracting 2,000 participants and generating over $148,000 in local business revenue during its eight-week run.

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Local officials honor Vietnam veteran by renaming Pa. State Route 934 bridgeÂ
The bridge on Pennsylvania State Route 934 crossing the Swatara Creek near Harper’s Tavern is now the WO1 John Stephen Chrin Memorial Bridge, named after a Lebanon County native who died during a medical evacuation mission in Vietnam.
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County Commissioners raise breast cancer awareness with proclamation
Commissioners issue proclamation, take other actions for aging agency at their Oct. 2 meeting.
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A 93-year-old Lebanon County woman celebrates publication of children’s book
Katherine Hoopes spoke with LebTown about Heidi’s Tale of Love in anticipation of her Oct. 4 book signing.
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East Hanover Township sells boom mower following replacement
Following the receipt of a new boom mower in August, East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to accept the high bid of $30,000 for the township’s old Boom Mower, which was sold on Municibid.
Posted inHistory
Lebanon Farmers Market to host Blue-Eyed 6 ghost tours through October
Guests can book a historical and spooky tour of the market, built on the foundation of the old county jail that housed the six Lebanon County men accused of murder.
Posted inCrime & Safety
Child pornography investigation leads to multiple rape charges for Lebanon man
Lebanon resident Irvin Groce was jailed on $750,000 bail after investigators found child pornography dating to 2015 and two minors reported long-term sexual abuse.
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PennDOT plans I-78 bridge inspections over Swatara Creek later this week
Motorists can expects delays on Interstate 78 this Thursday and Friday, Oct. 2-3, as PennDOT conducts inspections on bridges spanning Swatara Creek and an abandoned railroad about two miles east of Interstate 81 in Union and Swatara townships.
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Major leagues eluded Osteen brothers, but baseball is still major in their lives
Two sons of Claude Osteen, a long-time major league pitcher and coach, reached the highest level of the minor leagues.
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Oktoberfest is coming to Myerstown, with a family-friendly and alcohol-free twist
The Elmer C. Ebling Memorial Charity will host its inaugural Oktoberfest Oct. 11-13 at the Myerstown Community Park and Recreation Area.
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Victims of Sunday fire id’ed; Mayor says 5th person has died, shares support info
A Lebanon house fire originating from a first-floor electrical outlet killed five people ranging in age from 1 to 73, prompting fundraising campaigns that already raised over $80,000 combined for the affected families by Tuesday morning.
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Alden Press Coffee Shop opens doors selling Central Pennsylvania food
The historic Alden Villa in Cornwall now houses a coffee shop on the back patio, selling local coffees, teas, pastries, and ice cream.
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New flower shop in Cleona combines artistry with sustainable practices
When Dara Machotka-Hafey opened Cleona Flowers in Cleona in April, she paired her passion for flowers and artistry in arranging them with her business skills.
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Lebanon prayer vigil for conservative activist Charlie Kirk avoids politics
About 40 people turned out Thursday night at Lebanon’s Hilltop Playground to remember the late conservative political activist and media personality Charlie Kirk.
