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Lebanon Valley Chamber prez now advises state health insurance council
Karen Groh offers Lebanon small businesses an opportunity to shape health insurance policy as the Commonwealth transitions to a fully state-based exchange.
Rutter’s in West Lebanon Township now set to open Feb. 27
The store, originally set to open Jan. 15, will ultimately feature a beer cave, a video gaming room, and 14 gas and diesel pumps.
The Myerstown Vitality Partnership is officially a nonprofit
MVP treasurer Michael McKenna said the new nonprofit designation will ensure the organization works to benefit the community.
First Aid and Safety Patrol enters 2020 with improved financial condition
While former CEO Bryan Smith “started the ball rolling,” current leaders and new strategies have helped shape a turnaround at FASP.
Signs of movement on Kmart replacement, but no sale yet
As the sign at the old Kmart comes down, there is an indication that a buyer has been identified, but no sale has been finalized yet.
While chains gobble up local grocers, Dutch-Way remains resilient
Dutch-Way Farm Markets has watched corporate supermarkets gobble up independent grocers around it. Owner Jason Bennett explains why Dutch-Way is different.
WellSpan Dixon Foundation Health Center prepares to welcome patients
A longtime Lebanon health center will soon open its doors with a new name: the WellSpan Dixon Foundation Health Center.
Stopping by the new Lebanon Starbucks
Lebanon’s long-awaited Starbucks opened up just before the end of 2019. Here’s a quick peek at the new location.
A taste of Visit Lebanon Valley’s Java Journey
Eight local businesses are participating in Visit Lebanon Valley’s Java Journey, which lasts until February 29.
Under The Bridge brings cider to Downtown Lebanon
Under The Bridge cidery of Downtown Lebanon is open to for taste testing and growler-fills Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Renovations signify change for Rohland Funeral Home, longtime county business
Rohland Funeral Home, arguably the longest continually-running business in Lebanon County, celebrated recent renovations with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 25.
Lebanon’s newest radio station will target needs of local Hispanic community
Camara 809 FM is Lebanon County’s newest media outlet and soon to be Lebanon’s only Hispanic radio station.
Lebanon library to remain closed next week as flooring replacement continues
The Lebanon Community Library will remain closed another week, through Jan. 25.
Here’s the 2020 Schedule of Events for the Lebanon Valley Expo Center
The Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds has released its 2020 schedule of events.