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Lebanon Valley Rail Trail Project Set for 2028 Completion

10/30/2025

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John Wengert, president of the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail (LVRT), said the development is projected to extend into 2028 after a 5–7 year estimate.
Wengert noted funding comes from private donations and aims to connect with other trails to form a 40-mile network.
Wengert said usage has reached about 300,000, doubling from five years ago, and that partnerships are essential for securing grants amid ongoing construction, including a bridge replacement.

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John Wengert, president of the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail (LVRT), said the development is projected to extend into 2028 after a 5–7 year estimate.
Wengert noted funding comes from private donations and aims to connect with other trails to form a 40-mile network.
Wengert said usage has reached about 300,000, doubling from five years ago, and that partnerships are essential for securing grants amid ongoing construction, including a bridge replacement.