The Lebanon Valley Community Tennis Association is planning to build an indoor tennis facility around the tennis courts at Optimist Park.
Emily Bixler
Emily Bixler was born and raised in Lebanon and now reports on local government. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano and going for hikes.
Posted inCommunity Shoutouts
Lebanon Valley Conservancy preserves Shuey, Nye farms
The Lebanon Valley Conservancy is preserving 172 acres of farmland near Fort Indiantown Gap through an agricultural conservation easement.
Posted inUpcoming Events
Palmyra Library to hold used book sale
The Palmyra Public Library will hold its annual used book sale from July 13 to July 18 at Palmyra First United Methodist Church.
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[Photo Story] A trip to Zala’s, Lebanon’s new rolled ice cream shop
Zala’s Rolled Ice Cream opened June 18 in Lebanon.
Posted inEducation
Cornwall-Lebanon School District adopts new four-year contract
At its June 26 board meeting, the Cornwall Lebanon School District adopted a four-year contract increasing salaries by 2.5% each year.
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Palmyra Boys Lacrosse honored by state
A Pennsylvania House resolution honored the Palmyra Boys Lacrosse team for its victory in the District III championships.
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City of Lebanon to host Nature Camp starting Monday at Stoever’s Dam Park
The City of Lebanon Nature Camp will be held July 1 through July 3 at Stoever’s Dam Park.
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Nearly 400 cyclists rode in the Tour de Lebanon Valley
With nearly 400 cyclists in attendance, the June 8 Tour de Lebanon Valley raised over $10,000.
Posted inPeople & Places
Lebanon locals receive honorable mention in redistricting competition
Six Lebanon residents received an honorable mention for their entry in the Draw the Lines PA Congressional Mapping Competition.
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Dairy farmers visit Harrisburg to rally support for whole milk in schools
Tuesday, June 18, a rally gathered at the State Capitol to support several federal measures that would support the dairy industry.
Posted inEducation
Cedar Crest 6th grade teacher named high school athletic director, assistant principal
Cedar Crest Middle School English curriculum leader Christopher Groff has been promoted to the position of athletic director/assistant principal.
Posted inHistory
How Hollywood starlet Diana Gibson settled down in Mt. Gretna
1930s starlet Diana Gibson went from acting in films like “Adventure’s End” to performing in Mt. Gretna, eventually becoming involved in the local community.
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Friends of Union Canal Tunnel Park repair storm damage
The Friends of the Union Canal Tunnel Park are in the process of clearing fallen trees and restoring the park after recent storms.
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Local students awarded scholarships by Lebanon Valley Conservancy
The Lebanon Valley Conservancy’s Richard H. and Karen R. Light Memorial Scholarship was awarded to LVC student Anju Ghimirey and Northern Lebanon High School student Erin Krieger.
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Pool at Lieutenant Governor’s Residence opened for public use
After not being in use for a year, the pool at the Lieutenant Governor’s Residence has been opened for use by various organizations within the state.