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Pa. Senate approves promotion of local airman to Brigadier General
An airman from Upper Oxford is one step closer to becoming a Brigadier General in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard following the State Senate’s approval of his nomination. Recently, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved the confirmation of Colonel Jaime E. Ramirez, who currently serves as the 193rd Special Operation...
Two men sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for June 2020 killing: DA
Roddrick Battle, 22, of West York, and Luis Rosado, 19, of York, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder charges last week for the June 2020 shooting death of Michael Quinones III. They were each sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison, according to the York County District Attorney's Office. The shooting took place...
2024 Lancaster Balloon Festival canceled due to event's high cost
LANCASTER CO, Pa. (WHP) — The Lancaster Balloon Festival has been canceled, according to the team via a Facebook post. Citing it was a difficult decision, the team said due to much higher costs for almost every part of the event, this year has proven especially difficult to produce the same high-quality event that has taken place in years-past.
See all homes sold in Lancaster, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Lancaster reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 56 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 914-square-foot home on Rutledge Avenue in Manheim Township that sold for $305,000. East...
Little Round Top Reopens after a Two-Year Rehabilitation Project
After about a two-year long rehabilitation project, Little Round Top at Gettysburg National Military Park reopened on Monday, June 24, 2024. Little Round Top becomes a Popular Tourist Destination. During the late 1900s, Little Round Top became popular due to two specific popular culture films. “The Civil War” Series, created...
Central Pa. man who drove vanload of rioters to Jan. 6 attack sent to prison
A Dillsburg man will spend 10 months in federal prison for helping to storm the Capitol Building on Jan. 6, 2021, per an order handed down by a federal judge Friday. 57-year-old Lynnwood Nester, owner of an archery shop, drove himself and eight other people — five of whom have been convicted of offenses related to Jan. 6 — to Washington D.C. that day.
Hershey offers Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins for online sale
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Earlier today, Hershey announced that for the first time ever, their Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins will be available to purchase online starting this month. According to Hershey, they will be making their Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins available for purchase on shop.hersheys.com starting on July 23. Hershey says that the online sale […]
A 3-course meal at the York Fair for under $25? Yes! Here's what to try
It's nearing the end of July, and you know what that means! Despite the heat, and now plenty of rain, Yorkers and out-of-towners are once again enjoying the smell of fried funnel cake, chicken on a stick and festivities at this year’s York State Fair. ...
Spotlight PA Event: What Pennsylvania’s New $47.6 Billion Budget Means for You
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Lawmakers have finalized Pennsylvania’s new $47.6 billion budget — and no one is completely happy. Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro didn’t get recreational marijuana or a tax on skill games; legislative Democrats didn’t get a minimum wage increase; and legislative Republicans didn’t get tax cuts.
Choral Society Seeks Singers
The Gettysburg Choral Society, Inc. is now actively seeking new singers for the 2024 fall season. Auditions are being held by appointment only on Saturday, August 3rd (11 A.M.-1 P.M.) at Trinity United Church of Christ, 60 East High Street, Gettysburg. The chorus seeks to utilize the finest choral techniques...
Remembering Peter Carmichael, Civil War scholar and educator
The Gettysburg community is mourning the loss of Peter Carmichael, a renowned Civil War scholar and educator who passed away recently at the age of 58. Carmichael was a beloved member of many communities, including his neighbors on Tiffany Ln., former and present constituents of Gettysburg College, and the broader community of Civil War scholars, students, and enthusiasts.
Obituary: Viola Mae Miller
Viola Mae (McGlaughlin) Miller, 89 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at the Gettysburg Hospital on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Born January 27, 1935 in Fairfield, PA she was the daughter of the late Ralph & Leila (Warren) McGlaughlin. Viola was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Jack R. Miller, who died December 06, 2015. She enjoyed knitting, tending to her garden and canning fruits and vegetables. The most important thing in her life was her family and the joy of spending time, caring for and watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Viola will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her three children, Francis R. Miller (Karen) of Orrtanna, PA, Donna L. Cooper (Steve) Abbottstown, PA and Wendy A. Schubbe of Gettysburg, six grandchildren, Jason Miller (Jody), Justin Ryder (Kami), Rebecca Shartzer (Tommy), Allyson Mangum (Michael), Madyson Schubbe (Ryan Hanson) and Jackson Hilbert, six great grandchildren, Brandon, Brittany, Grayson, Leila, Taylor and Emma, a brother, Roger McGlaughlin (Sandy) of York Springs, PA and a sister, Shirley Thomas (Ron) of Gettysburg. In addition to her husband and parents, Viola was predeceased by a sister, Doris Miller and a brother, Edwin McGlaughlin. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, August 2, 2024 at the Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg with Pastor Allen Hersh, officiating. Interment will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA. A Visitation will be held at the funeral home one hour prior to the funeral services on Friday, August 2nd. Online tributes and condolences can be made at monahanfuneralhome.com.
Obituary: Peter S. Carmichael
Peter S. Carmichael, 58 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the York Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Christ Lutheran Church, 30 Chambersburg St. Gettysburg, PA. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday, July 26th from 5:00-7:00 PM and on Saturday from 9:00-10:30 AM. The Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesdayâs edition of The Gettysburg Times and on the monahanfuneralhome.com website.
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