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Water tower emptied, water issues in Hanover area as crews work to repair water main break
A break in a 12-inch water main in Conewago Township led many Hanover and McSherrystown residents to awake on the Fourth of July with water issues. Hanover Borough Water Department personnel were notified around 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 4th, of a break in a major water line that runs along West Elm Avenue in Conewago township, said Hanover Borough Water Department Distribution Supervisor Dale Ault.
Route 30 construction in York will run until late 2025. The work starts Monday
Crews will start a project along Route 30 and a section of Roosevelt Avenue in the York area this month to repair a sinkhole and patch the pavement, according to the state Department of Transportation. The work, which is expected to start on Monday, July 8, will be done between...
A timeline of events that help tell York County’s story
(This is Part 2 of a timeline of York County history. Part 1 providing glimpses of the 18th and 19th centuries, “A brief historical sketch helps make sense of a complex York County,” was published on June 30.) In its 275 years, stories, big and small, connect to shape York County’s larger story. ...
Crash closes road connecting to Route 15 in Adams County
UPDATE: Route 234 has reopened as of 2:40 p.m. Thursday. A late Thursday morning crash has shut down an Adams County road that connects to Route 15, PennDOT said. A multi-vehicle crash was reported at about 11:45 a.m. on Route 234 in Tyrone Township. Since then, both sides of the road have closed in the area of Route 15 north and Oxford and White Church roads, according to 511PA.
'Honoring Our Heroes': Event to highlight Hanover emergency, medical and military workers
A Hanover church is honoring local first responders in an upcoming event this month. "Honoring Our Heroes" will honor the work of local firefighters, medical personnel, police officers and military personnel on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at St. Mark Lutheran Church at 129 Charles Street in Hanover, according to a press release.
New bill could make outdoor dining permanent in Pa.
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — On a busy day in downtown Gettysburg, visitors enjoyed the warm weather and some good food outdoors. Businesses are capitalizing on the pleasant atmosphere with more outside options. "Outdoor dining is vital for a lot of restaurants," said Peter Bales, general manager of The Upper Crust.
Central Pennsylvania Gears Up for Independence Day Celebrations
Central Pennsylvania is set to host a series of vibrant Independence Day celebrations across various townships and counties, with an array of firework shows, parades, and events lined up to mark the 4th of July. In Adams County, the Carroll Valley Borough near Carroll Commons will come alive on Thursday,...
Pennsylvania farm prepares for big Battle of Gettysburg reenactment weekend
The Battle of Gettysburg will be waged again this weekend on the Daniel Lady Farm outside of Gettysburg. Eight hundred reenactors are expected to recreate Pickett's Charge. The two-day event, held Saturday and Sunday, is expected to draw 8,000 spectators. Four thousand tickets have already been presold. Tickets can also...
Haunted Gettysburg (Part 2) | The Creepy Side of America
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — In this second part of The Creepy Side of America: Haunted Gettysburg PA Miniseries, join hosts Dan Kosloski and Kerry Kearns as they dive deeper into the haunted history of America's most haunted small town. Our special guest for this episode is Kayla Russell, a seasoned...
Finding a Place to Call Home
The lack of affordable and safe housing in York is impacting thousands of residents in our County. The 2023 State of the Nation’s Housing Report by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies reinforces what local agencies already know: America is experiencing record disparities in income and significant housing shortages.
Going where they get a bang for their bucks: Marylanders cross border for holiday fireworks
It’s the evening before the Fourth of July, and the parking lot of the Phantom Fireworks store is crawling with SUVs and pick-up trucks trolling for a parking spot. Based on the number of Maryland flag and Chesapeake Bay license plates coming in and out of the parking lot, it might appear this store was in Maryland. But the shop is actually 10 minutes north of the border, off Interstate 83 in Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania, a state with significantly looser laws and restrictions around fireworks.
Fourth of July BLAST in Jacobus brings community together
JACOBUS, Pa. — There are lots of Fourth of July festivities across central Pennsylvania today. However, the Fourth of July BLAST in York County not only brought the fun but is hoping to bring the community together. “We serve, that’s our motto. So, we want to let [the community]...
Littlestown Borough residents see hike in water and sewage bill
LITTLESTOWN, Pa. — Littlestown Borough residents are opening their mail to see an increase in their water and sewage bills, with many taking to Facebook to ask fellow community members if they also saw the jump. Littlestown Borough officials say that the increase was communicated to residents and, despite...
Gettysburg National Military Park Announces Road Closures During the Annual Gettysburg Area Fireworks Demonstration
Gettysburg PA—Gettysburg National Military Park (NMP) recognizes the long tradition of parking along the park avenue system to watch the annual Gettysburg Borough fireworks demonstration. We will continue to participate with our community in this event and ask the public to respect closures of select roadways and park rules to ensure the safety of visitors and park resources. Park roads will begin to close at 8 pm on July 4, 2024.
Carroll schools spent millions more than budgeted on health insurance, as they saved on salaries due to teacher shortages
Carroll County’s public school system spent $5.6 million more than anticipated on employee medical insurance last fiscal year, which was counterbalanced by less-than-budgeted spending on teacher salaries due to a staffing shortage. Superintendent Cynthia McCabe said last month that cost-saving solutions would be considered to reduce the amount spent on employee health benefits in the future. ...
York County Community Foundation Welcomes New Vice President of Grants & Community Engagement
(York, PA, July 2, 2024) – The York County Community Foundation (YCCF) is pleased to welcome Michele Mummert as the Vice President of Grants and Community Engagement. In this role, Michele will lead the Grants Department and set the strategic direction of YCCF’s grantmaking. Michele’s experience with program development and collaboration will encourage and fuel community transformation in York County.
Adding new books at the library
When most people think of librarians, they usually think of the people they see checking out books, answering questions at a desk, or presenting a program. Many don’t realize that there’s also a team of staff and volunteers working behind the scenes, ensuring that our new books can be discovered through our online catalog and on our bookshelves. Technical Services is a department located within the Adams County Library System at Gettysburg that is responsible for cataloging and processing all of the new books that are circulated at our six branches.
Gettysburg prepares for visitors, economic influx for 161st anniversary of key Civil War battle
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — This week marks the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and the local Gettysburg community is preparing for an influx of visitors for the occasion. Destination Gettysburg says tens of thousands of visitors are expected to come to the historic borough this week for the...
PUBLIC NOTICE – ZONING HEARING BOARD – JULY 23, 2024
ZHB 24-08 – Quality Service Center (QSC Associates, LLC) – requests a special exception §150-289 to expand/alter an existing nonconforming use (auto repair shop) by less than 25% located at 28 South Oxford Street (Tax Map: 04; Parcel: 0365A) in the R-5 Residential Zone. ZHB 24-09 –...
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