Columbus
Gettysburg Connection
Project 2025: The Census
A lot of attention has been given lately to Project 2025, a 900+ page blueprint for a second Trump administration produced by the collective efforts of many conservative activists and published by the Heritage Foundation. The report is highly specific, addressing each federal agency on a program-by-program basis. It can...
Annual Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale
It’s that time of year again! As summer heats up, you may be looking for ways to stay cool and entertained. If you’re a book lover, the Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale is the perfect opportunity to stock up on reading materials for those lazy summer days.
Here’s some of what’s in the bill that directs historic new Pa. education funding
Perhaps the most significant number in the 2025 budget is $1.1 billion in new spending on K-12 education. The funding comes after Commonwealth Court declared that Pennsylvania’s current method of funding public schools was unconstitutional, citing inequities between the state’s wealthiest school districts and its poorest. While the...
Governor Signs Bipartisan Budget
On Friday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed a historic bipartisan budget for the fiscal year 2024-25. Pennsylvania stands out as the only state with a divided legislature, yet Governor Shapiro successfully brought together leaders from both parties to achieve a fiscally responsible budget. “Since my first day in office, I’ve been focused on getting stuff done for the good people of Pennsylvania,” said Governor Shapiro. “I’m proud to sign this budget into law that makes historic investments in education and economic development while cutting costs and reducing taxes.”
Gettysburg Fire Department Museum Open This Weekend
The Gettysburg Fire Department Museum will be open to the public this weekend on Friday, July 12, Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission is free, and all are welcome. Come and see a different type of history at GFD. Gettysburg Fire Department...
Did You Check For Ticks?
As tick season reaches its peak, Pennsylvanians are reminded of the importance of taking precautions to avoid tickborne diseases, particularly Lyme disease, for which the state leads the nation in cases. The Pennsylvania Department of Health has introduced an online dashboard that provides real-time data on tick prevalence and tickborne disease activity, aiming to keep residents informed and safe.
PSEA President Commends School Funding Increases In State Budget
Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) President, Aaron Chapin, issued a statement commending Gov. Josh Shapiro and lawmakers for securing a bipartisan state budget that includes significant investments in public education. The budget includes a historic increase in K-12 education funding and over a billion new state dollars for Pennsylvania’s public...
Housing Market Slump Continues
The U.S. housing market continues to struggle, showing little sign of recovery from its three-year slump. The spring buying season was a disappointment, and the outlook for the summer and fall remains bleak. Homebuyers entered 2024 hopeful that mortgage rates would drop further following a decline late last year. However,...
DCNR Seeks NextGen Advisory Council
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced on Thursday that the department is seeking applicants for its NextGen Advisory Council. The Council strives to have members with a broad range of cultures, experiences, and perspectives to inform the agency’s work and advance diversity, equity, inclusion,...
Statement from Governor Shapiro’s Administration on House Passage of Legislation to Enact the 2024-25 Budget
Thursday, in response to the House passing legislation to enact the 2024-25 budget that has been agreed upon by legislative leaders in both parties, Governor Josh Shapiro Spokesman Manuel Bonder released the following statement:. “After months of hard work and the dogged determination of our Administration and Republicans and Democrats...
Gettysburg reinstates bus parking spots
Buses once again have designated parking spots in Gettysburg Borough. At their monthly meeting on Monday, the borough council authorized management to create bus-only parking spots where they deem them to be suitable. The spots are another iteration of a pilot program that was deemed to be a failure in 2023.
Obituary: Shelby Jean Schultz
Shelby Jean Schultz, 87, of Gettysburg, âslipped the surly bonds of earth to touch the face of Godâ on July 7 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA, her residence since January 2020. She was born November 20, 1936 in Adams County, the daughter of...
Mt. Joy Township declares burn ban
Due to the dry conditions, and in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of all residents, a burn ban has been issued effective immediately for Mt. Joy Township. The ban will remain in effect until August 31, 2024, or until conditions change. Any questions, please contact the...
Western U.S. Is Sweltering
More than 161 million people across the United States are under heat alerts, with the Western states particularly hard hit. The National Weather Service announced Tuesday that excessive heat warnings will extend across most of the Southwest U.S. through Saturday morning. Over the weekend, dozens of locations in the West...
PA Says “Let Freedom Ring”
After Independence Day and following his launch of Pennsylvania’s Great American Getaway tourism brand, Governor Josh Shapiro on Wednesday unveiled new Pennsylvania license plates and “Welcome to Pennsylvania” highway signs. The “Let Freedom Ring” designs celebrate Pennsylvania as the birthplace of American democracy and highlight the state’s leading role in the celebrations of the United States in 2026.
Eisenhower Society Picnic Celebrates Ike and Mamie in Paris
Join the Dwight D. Eisenhower Society at its annual picnic at the Eisenhower National Historic Site on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Our picnic theme is Ike and Mamie in Paris with a nod to the Olympics set to begin in Paris the following weekend. Tours of the Eisenhower Home, a putting contest on the Eisenhower putting green and a park ranger program, “Eisenhower Adventures in the City of Light,” are scheduled. Participate in a trivia contest about Paris, the Olympics and the Eisenhowers’ time there in the late 1920s and early 1950s. Vanessa Rice will provide dinner music and afterward she and vocalist Ernie Kranias will entertain with popular songs from France and about France in the 1920s and early 1950s. Thanks to our sponsors, we will have many door prizes as well.
Re: Chevron Case: Everything is up for grabs
Leon Reed’s recent op-ed paints a dire picture of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Chevron deference, claiming it will plunge the regulatory process into chaos and leave critical decisions in the hands of inexperienced judges. However, this hyperbolic view overlooks several key points and misconstrues the essence of the ruling.
By revealing their mental health struggles, pro athletes are scoring with fans
On June 5, 2024, the Boston Red Sox placed relief pitcher Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list. It wasn’t for a sore shoulder, a tight elbow, or a tweaked groin. Teammates check on Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Martin after he fell to the ground fielding a ball during a game on June 19, 2024. Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images.
Gettysburg Connection
7K+
Posts
7M+
Views
Gettysburg Connection brings Adams County residents together to share news, activities, ideas, and interests. We publish local journalism that promotes civic engagement and community trust. We cover local governmental, educational, arts, sports, and community events. Gettysburg Connection includes a complete calendar of events for the Gettysburg area including Adams County. Gettysburg Connection is independently operated and not associated with any other media organization.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.