While the first tax hike in 12 years barely raised an eyebrow at the Carroll Valley borough council meeting on Monday, zoning ordinances and lot sales guidelines were still the subject of much of the two-and-a-half-hour agenda. The tax hike of .30 mills will raise taxes for the first time in 12 years from 2.45
Gettysburg College freshman swimmer Sam Nelson, just recently a star performer for Gettysburg High School, took down the school 1000 freestyle record on Saturday with a swim of 9:36.21. The old record of 9:37.76 was set in 2020. Nelson also finished second to his brother, Harry, a junior, in the 500 freestyle, with times of
Jesus tells the story of the woman who lost one of her dowry coins and turns her house upside down to find it. When she finally discovers it, she goes to all of her friends and neighbors to share her joy in finding the lost coin. Yesterday was a beautiful, clear, crisp Central Pa. morning.
by Kim LyonsNovember 20, 2023 U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa.) released a new “greedflation” report in time for Thanksgiving that examines the ways the items Americans buy for their holiday meals are made more expensive by food and agriculture businesses. A new report from U.S. Sen Bob Casey looks at how companies have increased prices
After more than a year of negotiations and delays, the Habitat for Humanity partnership with the Adams County Technical Institute (ACTI) is underway. Site preparation work on the lot in Hunterstown has been completed and the students are now at work on the project, gaining practical skills while also increasing the county’s store of affordable
A collection of Gettysburg royalty, including Acting Park Superintendent Zachary Bolitho; Gettysburg College president Robert Iuliano; Gettysburg Foundation chair Wayne Motts; Lincoln scholar and Lincoln Forum chair Harold Holzer; writer and policy analyst Susan Eisenhower; and Wendy Allen, president of the Lincoln Fellowship, moved indoors to the Majestic Theater to celebrate the 160th anniversary of
Due to overwhelming demand during initial ticket sales, Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center and United Lutheran Seminary have worked with Bo Brinkman and Kris Webb to add additional screenings of A Gettysburg Christmas. These showings will take place on December 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, in Valentine Hall on the Gettysburg Campus of United Lutheran Seminary,
Once again, Adams County looks good as the commissioners were presented Wednesday with a proposed 2024 budget that will not see a tax raise. “In this climate of increased cost, to not increase taxes and yet still provide the levels of service we do is very gratifying,” said Commissioner Randy Phiel. Asked how Adams County
Bertram S. Herbert, 75, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at his home after a lengthy struggle with illness. He was born July 14, 1948, in White Plains, NY, the son of the late Stanley Herbert and Ruth Green Herbert. Bert is survived by his wife Janice Martenz Fahber. Bert graduated from
The Memorial Church of the Prince of Peace, Gettysburg’s Episcopal parish, will host the Fort Delaware Cornet Band at its 10:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Service on Sunday, November 19. The band will accompany the Prince of Peace organ and choir during the hymns and service music at the Holy Eucharist rite and present a short
Katrina Stack, University of Tennessee and Rebecca Sheehan, Oklahoma State University On Nov. 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln traveled to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to dedicate a cemetery at the site of the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. Four months before, about 50,000 soldiers had lost their lives at the Battle of Gettysburg, later seen as
The Gettysburg High School swim and diving teams have begun practices at the Gettysburg-Adams YWCA in preparation for their first meets at the Dover Invitational on Dec. 1 and 2. “We are looking for many individual improvements through this season,” said Coach Amanda Turner. “We have quite a few new swimmers who are putting in a
The Bermudian Springs school board said goodbye to outgoing members on Tuesday and prepared to welcome new ones. Heading into the second half of the school year, the board also elected to enroll in a USDA program to reduce school lunch debt. Finance The board held a caucus meeting on Monday evening and a regular
The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Adams County has been in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s “Code Orange” over the past two days. The categorization means the air in the region is “unhealthy for sensitive groups” and that susceptible people should take preventative measures. According to guidelines, “active children and adults, and people with lung
The Reverend Eugene H. Moore, Pastor Emeritus of Bender Evangelical Lutheran Church, Biglerville, PA, died November 11, … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Ralph Arthur Kuhn, 78, of Hanover, PA passed away surrounded by his family on November 6, 2023. He was the loving husband of 22 years to Julie Potter Kuhn. Born June 13, 1945, in Hagerstown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Ralph William and Marguerite Carbaugh Kuhn.Ralph grew up in Hanover and graduated
Jackie Lee Stables, 86, of Littlestown, PA passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Patty Jean (Quick) Stables for 63 years. Born April 8, 1937, in West Virginia, Jackie was the loving son of the late William and Georgie Hurt Stables.Jackie was a very simple man who preferred
Donald John Hertzog, 86, of Gettysburg, PA., passed away at SpiriTrust Lutheran on October 31, 2023. He was the loving husband of the late Sally Hertzog. Born February 10, 1937, in Gallitzin Township in Pennsylvania, he was the devoted son of the late James and Amy Lucas Hertzog.Donald graduated from Black Lick Township High School
Featuring Guest Faculty Artists Fred Dade, Mark Hartman, Margaret Lucia & Suzanne Thierry The Shippensburg University Community Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Mark Hartman, offers a free musical gift to the community ahead of the holiday season, Sunday, November 19th at 3 p.m. with MOZART, BEETHOVEN AND BACH, a concert celebrating the musical greats of the classical music genre. The concert
The Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT) has been changing lives for nearly 15 years. As one of the premier centers for the arts in town, the theatre provides a space for actors of all ages to explore their talents and connect with peers who understand their love of performance. Chad-Alan Carr, the founding executive and artistic
By Kailee Crouch Most people tell me that my job is so easy and that I hardly have to do any work. That I just have to watch the patrons grab their selections from our shelves and greet them “hello” and “goodbye.” I don’t blame the patrons or anyone coming to the library to look
With the surprise resignation of the school board president, six outgoing board members, and an interim superintendent, Littlestown Area School District enters the final half of the 2023-2024 school year with a new slate of leaders. Dolores Nester, who has served as board president for nine and a half years, submitted her resignation at Monday’s
The Adams County Office of Elections and Voter Registration has completed its final tallies of the 2023 elections. The now-official results are available online or in a publicly available booklet at the elections office. Elections Office Director Angie Crouse said 55 provisional votes had been cast, of which 52 had been determined to be valid.
I worked at the polls last week. Because so few people are volunteering these days, we had the bare minimum working in our precinct, but ours is a small one, so it wasn’t a problem. It was a long day, however. We worked from 6 am to after 9 pm before we were able to
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA) is here to stay. At its meeting on Monday, the Gettysburg Borough Council unanimously approved a 25-year lease of the Gettysburg Rec Park between the borough and GARA. The Borough of Gettysburg and Cumberland Township formed GARA in 2013 as an intermunicipal authority with a primary purpose of managing
The Gettysburg Choral Society, Inc. will present a Christmas concert entitled “Joy to the World!” in The Church of the Abiding Presence (Chapel) on the campus of the United Lutheran Seminary in Gettysburg, on Friday, December 1st, at 7:00 P.M. The forty-voice chorus, under the direction of John McKay, will celebrate the chapel’s captivating acoustics
Editor’s Note: Cross Keys Village -The Brethren Community financially sponsors Gettysburg Connection “My house is paid off. Why would I want to join a program with a monthly service fee attached?” After assisting hundreds of families with their Senior Living decision, I have learned to help visitors put their house into perspective. First, you may
Gettysburg entrepreneur Phil Letendre, owner of Gettysburg Print and Frame, Gettysburg Performance Gym (GPG), and Gettysburg Smoothie Company (GSC), has watched his successful businesses grow over the past five years. Since opening in 2018, Gettysburg Print and Frame has moved from its initial location on York St. and now operates at 16 Deatrick Dr. off
Gettysburg, PA â Weâre sad to share the passing of Steven Joseph Bessette on November 9, 2023, with his family by his side, after struggling with several medical issues over the past year. Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Joseph and Janine (Borkowski) Bessette. Steve was an accomplished surrealist artist,
Thelia Rae Wagner, 91, of Cashtown, PA passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Paramount Senior Living Center of Fayetteville, PA surrounded by her family. Thelia was born on July 30, 1932, in Media PA, the daughter of George âRaymondâ and Eleanor Yarnall. Her husband and best friend of 48 years, GeorgeâJiggsâ L Wagner, died
Godâs faithful servant, James P. âJimâ Deardorff, 69 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023 after battling many years of health problems. He lived a full life despite this through his wife, children and grandchildren, brother, sisters and extended family. Born January 15, 1954 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of
haron M. Slaybaugh, 64 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at the York Hospital on Friday, November 10, 2023. Born in Gettysburg on June 13, 1959, she was the daughter of the late Joseph E. & Rosita M. (Martin) Robinson. Sharon is survived by her husband, Timothy L. Slaybaugh, to whom she was married to for
Daniel S. Edwards Daniel S. Edwards, 95, of Littlestown died Thursday, November 9, 2023, at his home…. For the complete obituary, please click here.
Terry M. Moser, Sr. Terry M. Moser, Sr., 79, of Littlestown, died Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, at his home. … For the complete obituary, please click here.
As a lead-up to the upcoming holiday season in Gettysburg, Destination Gettysburg has announced plans to host a holiday decorating contest. “Gett Merry & Bright” will inspire businesses and residents in the Borough of Gettysburg to get into the holiday spirit. Participants are encouraged to adorn the exterior of their properties with traditional, classic, or
The Harmony Ridge Railroad Club at Cross Keys Village in New Oxford is ready to welcome visitors to the Harmony Ridge Train Room between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. New sections of the impressive displays include a subterranean ride through a coal mine, with genuine PA coal as part of the setting. The train room
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro has recently signed several bills that chip away at Pennsylvania’s five-month-old budget impasse. by Stephen Caruso The exterior of the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg. Amanda Berg / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive
Virginia Jacobs McLaughlin would have been 101 years old this year. Her artistic contributions were celebrated at the Gettysburg G.A.R Hall last week. McLaughlin was “Nana” to her family. And to the Historic Gettysburg Adams County Preservation Society (HGAC), headquartered at G.A.R. Hall, she is a legend. McLaughlin owned, with her husband Don, the Antique
Gettysburg Borough Council plans to pass a 2024 budget that includes no property tax increase. The council expects to double the fire tax from 0.25 to 0.5 mills. The fire tax is sent directly to local volunteer fire companies. At their Oct. 30 budget workshop, the council took a deep dive into Police Chief Robert
Dustin Cole, Auburn University Reports of lengthy shipping delays for vessels traveling through the Panama Canal this year have highlighted the critical but often overlooked role that fresh water plays across global supply chains. Drier than normal conditions in Panama, brought on by El Niño, have left the region drought-stricken and water levels in the
By Imari Scarbrough The Conewago Valley School Board accepted the resignation of a board member on Monday evening. Luke Crabill, the former representative for region one, turned in his resignation effective Nov. 2, according to Superintendent Sharon Perry. Crabill’s term extends through early December 2025, and his interim successor will hold the spot through the
102 local nonprofits gathered this evening at the Gettysburg Middle School for the 2023 Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree. The event, which was held in person for the first time since the Covid pandemic, brought out hundreds of donors looking for worthy causes. Other donors brought checks to a drive-up station at the school
George E. âGeneâ Harbaugh, 87, of Orrtanna, PA passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. Born on February 4, 1936 in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of the late George E. & Martha (Cease) Harbaugh. Gene is survived by his wife of 66 years, Darlene V. (Kroshour) Harbaugh.
Daniel McMillen, of Glenville, lost his lengthy batttle with cancer on November 6, 2023 at the age of 62. He was the beloved husband of Waynetta McMillen; together they shared 37 years of marriage; the loving father of Randy Houck and his wife Kaila, Miranda Kunkle and husband Josh, Heather Farace and husband Nick, and
The York Adams Interscholastic Athletic Association coaches have announced their 2023 Girls All-Star tennis selections for 2023. New Oxford’s Anya Rosenbach and Paytyn Plank of Biglerville were chosen as Division 1 and Division 2 Players of the Year, respectively. Rosenbach, a junior, went undefeated during the regular season, leading the likewise undefeated Colonials team to the
Spring 2023 state assessment scores indicate many Biglerville High School students performed well above the state average on Keystone Exams, while PSSA results were a bit of a mixed bag. Upper Adams School District Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Joseph Albin presented the spring 2023 results Tuesday at a school board committee meeting. Albin
UPDATE ALERT: CHANGE OF DEDICATION DAY CEREMONY VENUE FROM THE GETTYSBURG NATIONAL CEMETERY TO GETTYSBURG COLLEGE’S MAJESTIC THEATER, 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA. The Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania is honored to invite the public to the Majestic Theater on November 19th, 2023 for a special Dedication Day ceremony commemorating the 60th anniversary of the historic
by Jacob Fischler, Pennsylvania Capital-StarNovember 7, 2023 The U.S. House voted late Tuesday to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for remarks the Michigan Democrat has made about Israel and Palestine amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., right, comforts Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., center, when Tlaib became emotional during remarks
Is Trump a fascist? In his book “The Anatomy of Fascism”, Columbia University Professor Emeritus Robert Paxton defines fascism as “a form of political behavior marked by obsessive preoccupation with community decline, humiliation, or victimhood and by compensatory cults of unity, energy, and purity, in which a mass-based party of committed nationalist militants, working in
Following an average turnout for a municipal election of about 32 percent of registered Adams County voters, dozens of state, county, and local positions were filled at yesterday’s municipal election. PLEASE NOTE: ALL RESULTS ARE STILL UNOFFICIAL At the state level, Democrat Daniel McCaffery has defeated Republic Carolyn Carulccio for Supreme Court Justice, and Democrats
“We can do better.” That was the message the Adams County Technical Institute (ACTI) Administrative Director Shawn Eckenrode gave to the Littlestown Area School District (LASD) Board at Monday’s work session. ACTI is the county’s career and technical center, which has served five of the six school districts since approved by the State Board of
Jane Frances (Sheehan) Smith, 84, of Gettysburg, PA died Monday morning, October 30, 2023 at her home. Born January 6, 1939 in Boston, MA she was the daughter of the late Charles William and Helen Walsh (Hogan) Sheehan. She was the wife of William R. Smith, of Gettysburg to whom she was married to 36
Bryson W. King, 36 of Littlestown, PA passed away suddenly of natural causes on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at his home. Born November 19, 1986 at the Gettysburg Hospital, he was the son of Gregory S. & Christy (Strausbaugh) King of Biglerville, PA. He was a 2005 graduate of Biglerville High School and attended Shippensburg
Bonnie Sue Fitterling Braun, visionary leader and trailblazer born on September 27, 1947, departed this world on November 5th at her beloved historic farm outside Gettysburg, PA. Her journey began in the humble rural setting of Chilhowee, Missouri, where the foundation for her lifeâs mission was laid: understanding and improving the lives of families. Bonnie’s
Robert L. Lookingbill, Jr. Robert L. Lookingbill, Jr., 58, of York, died Sunday, Nov 5, 2023, at UPMC York…. For the complete obituary, please click here.
The Adams County Coalition for Overdose Awareness & Recovery (COAR) is inviting the local community to come together for a special Friendsgiving Open House. This community meeting is not just a gathering but a chance to foster unity and awareness about pressing health issues in the area. Scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, from 5 p.m.
Gettysburg Connection Community Outreach, a non-profit organization associated with Gettysburg Connection, is in this year’s Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree. The Giving Spree will be live at the Gettysburg Middle School, from 3:00 to 7:00 on Thursday. We’re reaching out to Older Adults, K-12 students, and Spanish-speaking residents with trustworthy news and useful information.
An arrowhead with a large G is now the official Gettysburg Warrior logo. At their meeting on Monday, the Gettysburg Area School Board unanimously adopted a resolution laying claim to the symbol the district has used for about a decade. The district created the resolution in response to Gettysbug resident Kierstan Belle’s announcement on Facebook
Forever Love Rescue is an all-volunteer, no-kill shelter that provides a temporary home for some of the many homeless cats in Gettysburg. The shelter is operated by Stephanie Baum and her husband Jeff. The Baums have been working in animal rescue for over a decade. “In 2012, we were looking for a family dog after
The 16th annual Foothills Artists Studio Tour will be held November 18 and 19, the weekend before Thanksgiving, at various locations in and around the western Adams County (PA) communities of Fairfield, Orrtanna, and Cashtown. Fourteen artists will be participating in a special pre-holiday show and sale both days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A Buddhist teaching says that what causes suffering in life is the general pattern of how we relate with others – as in envy toward those above, competitiveness toward those who are equals, and contempt for anyone below us. It is so easy to blame the victims of life. It’s been said that if you
By Anthony Hennen | The Center Square (The Center Square) — As almost half of all states allow recreational marijuana, it sometimes feels inevitable that Pennsylvania will follow the lead of their neighbors. Wirestock Creators | Shutterstock During a committee hearing, though, opposition remains significant. The House Health Subcommittee on Health Care heard testimony on Wednesday,
“The only way things improve,” Maryland Governor Wes Moore told a crowd of several hundred at the Eisenhower Institute’s 22nd Annual Blavatt Lecture, “is when the younger generation pushes us to improve.” Speaking on the topic, “More than Waving a Flag: Redefining American Democracy in a Gen-Z World,” Moore advised younger people, “We can scream
Tanya Renee O’Brien, 50, of Abbottstown, PA passed away surrounded by her family on October 27, 2023. She was the loving wife of Neal O’Brien. Born January 21, 1973, she was the loving daughter of Richard and Linda (Small) Powell. Tanya was a resolute and loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, grandmother, friend, and homemaker
Vickie (McIntyre) Schriver, 60, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at York Hospital after a brief illness. Born December 10, 1962 in Baltimore, she was the daughter of Evelyn Kelly and the late William McIntyre. In addition to her father, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Pete Schriver. She is survived
‘Tis the season to sign up to ring the bell for the Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle campaign at Gettysburg Walmart. Ringers are scheduled to ring for a ninety-minute shift on a day between November 24 and December 24 at noon. Sign up online via this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849AEA829A0FBCF8-bell#/ and experience the joy of giving back to your
Main Street Gettysburg, in partnership with United Lutheran Seminary and Seminary Ridge Museum, is pleased to welcome the movie A Gettysburg Christmas to this year’s A Gettysburg Christmas Festival on December 1, 2, and 3. Movie Director Bo Brinkman and Co-Producer Kris Webb coordinated with Jill Sellers, President of Main Street Gettysburg, Pete Miele, Executive Director of Seminary Ridge
The 2023 YAIAA Girls Volleyball All-star team selections have been awarded. The winners from Adams County schools are listed in the table below which includes Player of the Year (POY), 1st team, 2nd team, and honorable mention (HM) all-stars. Congratulations to all the winners. Division 3 All Stars Division 3 All Stars School Player Team
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection policy now recognizes 1,965 environmental justice areas in Pennsylvania. More than 200 are in rural counties. by Marley Parish of Spotlight PA State College A map of Pennsylvania’s 2023 environmental justice areas highlighted in red. Screenshot via Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection This story was produced by the State College
The beautiful fall foliage, the brown and gold corn and soybean fields, and the grass that has conveniently stopped growing … it all presents a sense of normalcy in Adams County. But while it may not be evident at first glance, Adams County remains in a water-deficit situation. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Adams
Evan James Weaver, 8, of Shippensburg, PA now living with Jesus since Monday, October 30, 2023. Born February 23, 2015 i… For the complete obituary, please click here.
After months of planning and preparation, Adams County’s new Glass Recycling Collection Site will open for business on Saturday. The site, located at 230 Greenamyer Lane, Straban Township, will be open on the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon through the winter. Expanded hours are expected to be announced on Earth
Two stories of lost wallets returned, 50 years apart, bracketed the proclamation of Nov. 11 to 18 as Kindness Week in Adams County at Wednesday’s Commissioners’ meeting. The first story involved a lost wallet in York, PA, on Apr. 10, 2023. Kevin Smith, Executive Vice President of Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC, arrived home from a
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, will present their All-Senior Citizen Actors production of the comedy Senior Moments at 7:00 p.m. November 10 & 17 and 2:00 p.m. November 11, 12, 18, & 19, 2023. Senior Moments is a series of
Patrice McMahon, University of Nebraska-Lincoln The results of Poland’s parliamentary elections held on Oct. 15, 2023, have been lauded as a blow against populism – and they may also hold important lessons for reversing democracy’s decline. Donald Tusk looks set to lead the governing coalition, in large part thanks to female voters. Omar Marques/Getty Images
YORK, PA – York County Libraries are seeking entries for the 35th Annual “A Celebration of Poetry” contest. The contest is open to York and Adams County students in first through twelfth grade. Entrants are asked to write an original poem in their style of choice. According to organizers, submitting original artwork with poems is
This fall’s Division 3 High School Field Hockey All-Stars have been announced. The First Team All-Stars from Biglerville include Claire Roberts (Back), Ava Peterson (Forward), Hannah Naylor (Midfield), and Kierney Weigle (Midfield). From Littlestown, Emmy Nunemaker (Forward), Miranda King (Forward), and Kamryn Bittle (Defense) earned spots on the first team, alongside senior Kelsy McClintock (Forward/Midfield).
The Community Action Association of Pennsylvania has named Megan Shreve, CEO of South Central Community Action Programs (SCCAP) for the past 18 years, the “Anti-Poverty Advocate of the Year” in recognition of her exceptional advocacy and leadership efforts in support of anti-poverty and community development programs. This award highlights Megan’s outstanding contributions, which have led
As it has for many years, Gettysburg College’s chapter of College Democrats for America has been active in Adams County politics in this fall’s elections. From collaboration with the Adams County Democratic Committee and local democratic candidates to student voter registration efforts, College Democrats are kept busy with advocacy work every year, including electoral off-years.
The Kiwanis Club of Gettysburg Adams is proud to announce that our very popular Holiday Pecan & Nut Sale is back and bigger than ever in 2023. We have brought back all of your favorites, including the new items from last year which included pecan logs and cashews. They greatly added to the success of
Years ago, local non-profit Main Street Gettysburg, Inc. reached out to the community to ask a critical question: What is missing from this town? The answer was a resounding cry for an accessible spot containing information about Gettysburg—and a public bathroom. Jill Sellers, Main Street Gettysburg’s President and CEO, oversees the project that will hopefully
The Sky This Week, October 31-November 6 “The Sky This Week” appears regularly. It is written by Ian Clarke, Director of the Hatter Planetarium at Gettysburg College. The planetarium offers regular educational presentations about the stars and the skies; there’s something for early elementary through adults. We are accepting field trip requests for the 23-24 academic year.
James Allen Holler, 88, Fairfield, PA passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at his home. He was born April 18, 1935, in Westernport, MD the son of the late Daniel and Elizabeth Hendra Holler. His wife of 66 years, Emilie Hollaway Holler died in May of this year. Jim was an active member of the
Priscilla Ann Brooks, 79, a devoted follower of Christ went to be with Him on Friday, October 27, 2023 at The Gardens of Gettysburg. She was the loving wife of James F. Brooks, Jr.; together they shared 57 years of marriage. She was born in Stephens City, Virginia on January 5, 1945 and was the
Thomas Alfred Winfrey, 77, of Medina, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. He was born in Newark, New York on April 2, 1946 to the late Alfred George Winfrey and Gormelia (McCleod) Winfrey. Thomas is survived by his loving wife, Lenore (Kath) Winfrey, with whom he shared 53 years of
Nancy (Scott) Bushey passed peacefully on Monday, October 23, 2023 after a long illness. Born in Gettysburg June 16, 1937, she lived a full high-spirited life for 86 years. Her heart belonged to the family farms and Adams County. After many years living in Harrisburg she decided to move back to Gettysburg in the mid-1980âs
Irene K. Wildasin Irene K. Wildasin, 87, formerly of Littlestown died Thursday October 26, 2023 at Spirit Trust Lutheran Utz Terrace, Hanover. … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Debbie Ann Six Debbie Ann Six, 62, of Hanover died Friday, October 27, 2023 at her home. … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Francis (Frank) Xavier Hevey Francis (Frank) Xavier Hevey of Hanover, died Friday October 27, 2023 at Homewood at Plum Creek. Born April 2, 1933 in Baltimore, Frank was the son of the late Edmund Joseph & Marie Anna (Smith) Hevey. He was the husband of 67 years of Betty Ann (Robertson) Hevey who predeceased him….
Biglerville Girls Soccer coach Brooke Gates has announced that two players have been named to the York Adams Interscholastic Athletic Association (YAIAA) teams. 1st team: Evangeline Hollabaugh, Sophomore (Goalkeeper) 2nd team: Sarah McKenrick, Freshman (Defender) The team is also graduating three seniors: Lizbeth Villenueva Gorrerro, Kaedyn Lentz, and Kiera Shaffer.
Holland’s Council Rock South High School dashed New Oxford’s hope for a Class AAA state team tennis championship on Saturday, defeating the Colonials by a score of 3-1. It was New Oxford’s first loss of the season. Council Rock South went on to win the state championship. The Colonials got their only win at No.
The Adams County Farmers Market ended its first season at the Gettysburg rec park today. Click on the image to hear Market Manager Reza Djalal describe the year.
How quickly Pennsylvania counties can produce election results on Nov. 7 will depend on turnout and the number of mail ballots returned. by Katie Meyer of Spotlight PA Amanda Berg / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive
I awoke eager to start my day. After making my first cup of coffee I sat down, made a to-do list for today, then settled in with the morning paper. Still no Speaker of the House given the insanity of the MAGA maniacs. A mass shooting in Maine. What is happening to our beloved country?
Musicals, classical and jazz concerts, film premieres, poetry, and an art exhibit featuring the Susquehanna River – what more could one ask for in the month of November? As always, there is plenty to see and do in our small town, so mark your calendar and enjoy all the offerings. November 1-Dec. 8 – Schmucker
Gettysburg College Sports Read more Gettysburg College Sports High School Sports Boys Soccer , October 28 Fleetwood : 5 Biglerville : 1 TEAM 1 2 Total Biglerville 1 0 1 Fleetwood 2 3 5 Click here to read our story . Football , October 27 Delone : 49 Fairfield : 18 Delone 49, Fairfield 18
An Adams County housing services walk through the Gettysburg historic district Thursday introduced a group of interested residents to current services for unhoused and displaced persons, as well as those seeking refuge from violence and abuse. The walk was sponsored by South Central Community Action Programs (SCCAP), @Home in Adams County, Gettysburg Combined Area Resources
The Biglerville High School Boys soccer team fell 5-1 to Fleetwood in the 2023 District 3-2A Soccer Championship Quarterfinals this evening. Playing at home, Fleetwood, who have only lost one game this season, played aggressively. The Tigers maintained most of the possession, and the Canners could not match their continuous pressure. Fleetwood took an early
