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PA Grocery Stores and Gas Stations Start Selling RTDC
Starting Monday, Pennsylvania grocery stores, gas stations, and other retail liquor licensees and beer distributors began selling ready-to-drink cocktails (RTDC). “Thanks to our bipartisan budget, you can now get ready-to-drink cocktails — some made right here in Pennsylvania — at places like grocery stores and beer distributors, and we did it in a way that protects taxpayers and supports our state workers,” said Governor Shapiro. “We’re going to continue to come together in a bipartisan way to get stuff done for Pennsylvanians and make this Commonwealth a great place to live and work.”
Letting go
It’s a beautiful September morning. The weather has been absolutely amazing. Warm sunny days and cool nights. I turned the air conditioner off in late August, and my ventilation system has become open windows. There’s something about sleeping with the windows open that feels wonderful. As the night cools down the deeper I snuggle into my covers. Cool mornings like this inspire me to not only work outside putting parts of the flower beds to sleep but to start working again in my sewing room. Today the rest of my houseplants come inside, with many going to our upcoming yard sale at church.
The Box Tree Moth Has Arrived In PA
The invasive box tree moth, a highly destructive pest to boxwood shrubs, has been discovered for the first time in Pennsylvania, found in two cemeteries in Erie County. In response, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has issued a quarantine to prevent the insect from spreading further. The box tree moth, already identified in other states like New York and Ohio, primarily spreads through the shipment of infected boxwoods.
Disney and DirecTV Reach Deal to Restore Channels After Blackout
After nearly two weeks of blackout, Disney and DirecTV have reached a preliminary agreement, restoring popular channels like ESPN, ABC, FX, and Disney Channel to DirecTV’s lineup. The deal, announced on Saturday, Sept. 14, ensures that DirecTV customers will once again have access to Disney’s entertainment, sports, and news networks, including owned ABC stations, ESPN, Freeform, FX, and National Geographic.
Governor Shapiro Signs Executive Order to Address Pennsylvania’s Housing Crisis
Today, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Executive Order 2024-03, launching Pennsylvania’s first comprehensive Housing Action Plan. The initiative aims to tackle the state’s housing shortage, expand affordable housing, and combat homelessness, ensuring all Pennsylvanians have access to safe, affordable homes. The order directs the Department of Community & Economic...
Montclair edges Bullets with field goal as time expires
Montclair outscored Gettysburg 9-6 in the fourth quarter, including converting a 19-yard field goal attempt as time expired to snatch a victory, 27-26. Walle Harwigsson led the Bullets with seven catches for 79 yards and two touchdowns. Rocco Abdinoor racked up 229 yards of total offense, completing 18 of 36 passes for 190 yards and three touchdowns while also running 10 times for 39 yards.
Slideshow: 2024 Adams County Heritage Festival
Sunny weather with low humidity and highs in the low 80s made a perfect day for the Annual Adams County Heritage Festival. There were more crafts and organization tables than ever, music from around the world, and food, food, food. Jim Bargas was there to record the activities.
McCormick’s hedge fund days are a double-edged sword in Pennsylvania’s Senate race
Before he ran for the U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, David McCormick was a big name on Wall Street. He was the CEO of the world’s largest hedge fund, a world-traveled executive who was sought after for speaking engagements and prominent board positions. His wealth and connections got him flagged...
“Sister T” strives to feed your heart and soul
Sister B. Thelma Steiger, HSF, Ph.D., delivered a mini-retreat at Saint Ignatius Church in Orrtanna this morning. This was the first of three sessions in the series, held in the lower part of Loyola Center from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The hall is wheelchair accessible, and the talks are free and open to the public. Refreshments are served.
Gettysburg Rezoning is in progress
On August 29 the Borough of Gettysburg Planning Department held an open house to present information about the rezoning effort that is currently underway. The Planning Commission is discussing individual districts at their regular meetings (3rd Monday of each month, 7 p.m.) At the open house, John Whitmore, Planning Director...
Gettysburg Planning Commission moves forward on major rezoning project
The Gettysburg Borough Planning Commission is continuing its public dialog as it makes wholesale changes to its zoning document. Over the past months, the commission has heard comments from dozens of residents at two open houses, at information sessions at the Adams County Farmers market, and during its regular meetings (3rd Mondays of each month).
Rumored migrant shelter in Chambersburg stirs up controversy
A rumored migrant shelter under consideration in Chambersburg, Pa., has stoked controversy as local officials mull zoning issues and community concerns. The Greene Township Board of Supervisors said Monday that there is no imminent proposal, nor have they been told to expect one. Instead, they’ve heard from a presumed Indiana-based contractor with zoning questions about the Scotland School for Veterans Children campus, a former orphanage dating back to 1895.
Court rules Pennsylvania mail-in ballots with flawed dates on envelopes can be thrown out
Pennsylvania voters could have their mail-in ballots thrown out if they do not write accurate dates on envelopes they use to return them under a state Supreme Court ruling issued Friday that could impact the presidential race. The state’s high court ruled on procedural grounds, saying a lower court that...
Biglerville High student defends herself before school board as she faces expulsion
A Biglerville High School sophomore facing expulsion for an act she says she did not commit recently defended herself in front of the school board on which her mother Tricia Plank serves. In February of 2023, when their daughter was in eighth grade, she reportedly found a threatening message scrawled...
Adams County Sports Update – September 14 2024
Bermudian controlled the game from the start and rolled to their third win in four games. The good news for Fairfield was that they got back on the field after forfeiting last week. Football. September 13. Delone 28 Biglerville 20. TEAM 1 2 3 4 Total. Delone 0 28 0...
Are You Prepared To Vote?
Tuesday, Sept. 17, is National Voter Registration Day. It might be the perfect time to confirm your registration or register to vote. The last day to register to vote in Pennsylvania before the Nov. 5 election is Monday, Oct. 21. You may submit your application online, by mail to your county voter registration office, or in person at your county voter registration office.
Planting Partnership Seedling Request Is Live
Planning for the Adams County Planting Partnership’s Fall 2024 native tree and shrub seedling distribution is underway. The list of available seedling species has been finalized. Seedling distribution is tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 18, 12-7 p.m. and Saturday, October 19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. A“Tree-for-All,” where all unclaimed seedlings...
We’re Wasting 30 Percent Of Food In U.S.
Food waste remains a critical issue in the United States, with over 30% of food going uneaten, contributing to significant methane emissions as it decomposes in landfills. While several states have enacted food waste bans targeting businesses like restaurants and supermarkets, most efforts appear ineffective. A recent study highlighted Massachusetts as the only state where these bans have made a measurable impact, reducing solid waste by an average of 7.3% between 2014 and 2018. The state’s success is attributed to robust composting infrastructure, strong enforcement, and the absence of exemptions that hinder other states.
Project 2025, Trump’s Agenda, and Reproductive Rights
Project 2025, the playbook for Trump’s second term agenda, reflects his goals to grow his base of fundamentalist evangelical Christians and to cement the authoritarian powers of the presidency. A recent CBS News Analysis revealed that 28 of the 38 primary authors of Project 2025 worked in Trump’s administration and at least 270 of its policy proposals matched Trump’s campaign proposals.
Gettysburg Museum Announces New Executive Director
Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (SRMEC) has announced that Judy Morley will serve as its new Executive Director and President of the Seminary Ridge Historic Preservation Foundation (SRHPF). SRMEC inhabits the 1832 Lutheran Seminary structure that became a centerpiece of the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg. Inside,...
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