Emily Bixler

Lebanon

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Lebanon local, journalist at https://t.co/biDSYO3Atf.

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Bethel Township moves forward with Tree Line Ae. pipe replacement

1 week ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. The Bethel Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed to the low bid of $236,224 for a pipe replacement along Tree Line Ave. at its monthly meeting Thursday. While none of the three supervisors were happy about the cost to replace the underperforming and failing pipe, supervisor and roadmaster Michael Saphore said he felt the work is necessary. “I’d like to go forward with it,” said Saphore.
Millcreek Township supervisors field concerns about walking path

1 week ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. The Millcreek Township Board of Supervisors on Wednesday heard neighbor concerns about a walking path planned for the 14-acre open field adjacent to Abbey Lane and Progress Drive. Though bids for the project have already been awarded, supervisors opted to look into the matter further before directing construction to begin.
Myerstown Mayor Dane Bicher makes rare public address on media coverage

1 week ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. In a rare address following an executive session by council Tuesday, Myerstown Mayor Dane Bicher warned of shifts to the media landscape and concerns about the upcoming election. Reading a speech he had written beforehand, Bicher opened by explaining that he rarely makes public comment and he was not sure whether it was the best decision, but he felt it was necessary given the circumstances.
Two ELCO students win national SCHOTT Innovation Challenge with ideas on glass

2 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

Two ELCO students were the national winners of the SCHOTT Innovation Challenge, a nationwide challenge for high-school kids that asked them to imagine innovative uses of glass to solve current or future problems. ELCO sophomore Adelina Wolfe, who placed first nationwide, was honored Tuesday at Lebanon’s SCHOTT Pharma and given a tour of the facility alongside her parents and school representatives.
West Lebanon Township appoints Jeff Clark to board of commissioners

2 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. The West Lebanon Township Board of Commissioners appointed Jeff Clark to the board Monday following the resignation of board president John Gurganus, who in a letter to commissioners said he is focusing on his health and personal matters.
North Cornwall Township awards bid for 2025 paving project

2 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. The North Cornwall Board of Supervisors unanimously selected Pennsy Supply’s bid of $229,620 for the 2025 paving project at their monthly meeting Tuesday. The township received four bids, with the next closest bid ($230,185) coming from New Enterprise stone.
East Hanover Twp. supervisors to send member to hearing on trailer housing

3 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. The East Hanover Township Board of Supervisors on Monday agreed to send a representative to the township’s next meeting of the zoning hearing board. Supervisors heard that at the next zoning hearing, the board will hear a variance request from Prairie Fire Farms Foundation, which owns 201 and 217 Angle Road, to establish a travel trailer on each lot for temporary housing.
Rain doesn't dampen spirits at third annual Umbrella Walk honoring Lt. Lebo

3 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

Despite rainy weather, the third annual Umbrella Walk honoring the late Lt. William D. Lebo saw high community turnout Monday, March 31. Lora Lebo said turnout was higher than last year’s, and she hopes the event will continue to grow with each passing year. “This is a wonderful thing to keep his memory alive,” Lora said before addressing walkers at City Hall.
Heidelberg Township supervisors plan for 2025 paving

3 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. The Heidelberg Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $307,468.60 bid from Pennsy Supply for the 2025 paving project at its regular meeting Tuesday, March 25. The township plans to pave Sheep Hill and Spring Haven roads. In February, supervisors opted to seek bids for both roads and go over the budgeted $245,000 in order to catch up on paving.
Cornwall Borough council hears from 3 candidates vying for vacant seat

4 weeks ago | lebtown.com | Emily Bixler

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. Cornwall Borough Council heard speeches from three candidates hoping to fill a vacancy at a special meeting March 24. Following the resignation of former councilman Tony Fitzgibbons, who moved out of the borough, council must select a resident to fill the vacancy until December. At that point, the Republican and Democratic parties may submit candidates to the ballot to serve the remaining two years of the term.