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Gettysburg Choral Society seeking new singers
The Gettysburg Choral Society Inc. is seeking new singers for its 2024 fall season. Auditions, by invitation only, are planned from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 3 at Trinity United Church of Christ, 60 E. High St., Gettysburg.
Former veterinary tech offers at-home service with Carlisle Pet Sitters, specializing in cat care
Cumberland County has no shortage of residents with unique talents and independent spirits. From artists to mechanics, office workers to outdoor professionals, these entrepreneurs showcase the best of what businesses in the county have to offer. Every week, The Sentinel’s Small Business Spotlight will feature these people and share their...
'Substantial gift' to benefit historic Gettysburg station
A gift of $676,069 will benefit the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station, the Gettysburg Foundation announced. The gift came from the estate of William E. Aldrich, Ph.D., an emeritus member of the foundation’s board, according to a release.
Stephen Earl Wilcoxson
Stephen Earl Wilcoxson, 74, died June 27 at York Hospital after a long series of illnesses. Born June 17, 1950, in Fredericksburg, Va., Steve was the son of the late Earl and Harriet Wilcoxson. He graduated from Great Mills High School, where he played football and was bitten by the theater bug. He enlisted in the Navy and served in Vietnam.
Red Lion woman charged in connection to death of 18-year-old man found in her home
RED LION, Pa. — A York County woman has been charged in connection to the fatal overdose of a man found in her home earlier this year, State Police said Tuesday. Kianna Brackett, 39, of Red Lion, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, possession with intent to distribute, endangering the welfare of children, tampering with evidence, criminal use of a communication facility and reckless endangerment following an investigation of the death of 18-year-old Tyler Moser, whose body was found in a bedroom at Brackett's home on May 17, according to State Police.
Historic Hertzler Bridge in Carlisle temporarily closed
CARLISLE, Pa. — A historic Cumberland County bridge has been closed to traffic after an inspection revealed "minor issues" that require further investigation, county officials said Wednesday. The 128-year-old Hertzler Bridge in Carlisle was closed on Wednesday, the county's communications office said in a press release. The county’s bridge...
UPDATE: Woman shot outside nightclub in York
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — One person was injured in a shooting outside a nightclub Tuesday morning in York, according to police. It happened around 1:16 a.m. on 615 E. Market Street, police said, where the N V Bar and Grill Nightclub is located. When officers arrived on scene,...
Amtrak track improvement project between Lancaster, Harrisburg progresses to fourth stage
An Amtrak track renewal project in the Susquehanna Valley progressed to the fourth phase on Wednesday. While work crews are moving to a new location, existing Keystone Service schedules will remain in effect. Pennsylvanian train schedules are not impacted. The $122 million project is now 50% finished. The work between...
Dave Grohl shares surprising Pa. connections in his family history at Hershey concert
The Foo Fighters concert on July 23 in Hershey included a surprise revelation from singer Dave Grohl. Before starting the song “My Hero,” Grohl explained his Pennsylvania roots. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation....
'Rest, patriot spirits, rest'
On July 4, Dr. Ashley Whitehead Luskey delivered a moving keynote address for the “One Hundred Nights of Taps” ceremony. Dr. Luskey is the Assistant Director of the Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College. She is also a member of the board of directors for the Lincoln Fellowship. Here are excerpts from her speech:
John Benjamin Hershey
LANCASTER — John Benjamin Hershey, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024 on the family farm in Limestone Township, Montour County. Born August 5, 1943, he was the son of the late Clarence (Huber) and Lydia (Kreider) Hershey. On April 2, 1966 he married Ruth K. Zeager, and together celebrated 58 years of marriage.
Agreement approved for Ag Com expansion
A local business is growing its fertilizer operation in Straban Township, according to county officials. Adams County commissioners approved a sewer capacity and infrastructure development agreement last month with Agricultural Commodities Inc., (Ag Com).
Spangler Farm continues summer season on weekends through August 11th
Visitors to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center can shuttlebus to the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital to explore the historic site throughout the remainder of the 2024 summer season. The historic site will continue to be open for the summer season of living history and programming on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 10 a.m. until 3:20 p.m. through Sunday, Aug. 11.
Minor injuries reported in Clarks Valley crash
MIDDLE PAXTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — One person was evaluated by medical personnel after a crash on Clarks Valley Road Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened around 2:50 p.m. at milepost 7.0 on the 24-mile isolated stretch between Dauphin and Tower City. A delivery van struck a utility pole and...
Springettsbury Township man dies in Route 30 crash in western York County: police
One person has died after a vehicle crash outside of Abbottstown on Route 30 Monday evening, according to the York County Coroner's office. Northern York County Regional Police say 53-year-old Michael Kenemore of Springettsbury Township was killed in the crash. ...
Gettysburg School District To Go Device-Free Starting Next School Year
GETTYSBURG, (KCCR) — The Gettysburg School District is one of a growing number of districts across the state and country to clamp down on access to smartphones and devices by students during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says the decision to make Gettysburg a device-free school started about a year ago…
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