BeLocal Lancaster
Discover Local Favorites in your hometown!
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When it comes to advice you can trust, who better to hear from than long-time community residents? With BeLocal, there’s no need to wonder where longtime residents go for fun, food, shopping, activities, and more.
Take a peek inside the latest issue for words of wisdom and smart suggestions from true locals.
Starting over in a new hometown is never simple.
But through BeLocal, you can easily explore local living at its finest. Check out the articles below to learn more about some of the best “hidden gems” the community has to offer.
Out of the House and Into the FUN!
Explore the BEST local venues for entertaining the kids -and the grown-ups!
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Feeling At Home in Lancaster, Naturally!
Explore the Local Nature Preserves of Lancaster Conservancy
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Making Community One Connection at a Time!
Moving to a new area has its challenges and one of them can be how to meet people and build friendships and community. Here are just a few of the many ways you can get involved in central Lancaster County to make new connections!
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Meet Your Publisher
Sheldon Esch
"Moving in is hard... finding trusted local businesses shouldn’t be!"
Meet Sheldon Esch, owner and publisher of BeLocal Lancaster, a print and digital guide created to help new residents feel at home faster. BeLocal serves newcomers moving to the central Lancaster County area, offering real recommendations from locals so they can settle in with confidence.
A native of Lancaster County, Sheldon and his family have lived in Manheim Township since 2009 and he has created local publications in Lancaster since 2014. Through BeLocal Lancaster, he helps connect new residents with the people, places, and services that make this region special, creating a bridge between newcomers and the businesses ready to welcome them.
If you’d like to share your business with new movers each month, reach out to BeLocal Lancaster to see how to qualify.
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