Nicholas of Cusa (1401-1464) was one of the leading intellectual figures of the fifteenth century. Born at Kues (in Latin, Cusa) in Germany and often known by the Latin name Cusanus, he was a philosopher, theologian, and eventually a cardinal of the Catholic Church. An exemplary Renaissance man, he also made contributions in mathematics, natural
James R. Dubbs — the fictional narrator of a new novel by Adams County author James R. Dubbs—led an eventful young life, beginning with his conception in his parents’ van at the end of a day of marketing at the Gettysburg Farmers Market. He was a self-declared persnickety eater who loved a well-prepared, well-marbled piece
As we bid farewell to 2023, Gettysburg’s Lincoln Square will undergo an exciting transformation into a brightly colored, lively dance venue, reflecting a departure from the traditional way this historic town celebrates the arrival of the new year. A new tradition was started in 2022, when the town celebrated the inaugural “Let’s Raise Abe’s Hat”
Gettysburg College Read more Gettysburg College Sports High School Sports Boys Soccer September 7 Littlestown : 2 Fairfield : 1First Half Littlestown, Dempsey Miller (Matthew Denault), 38:18. Fairfield, Victor Garazo (Ciaran Phelan), 17:20. Second Half Littlestown, Gavin Lee (Leo Guzman), 2:45. Shots (On Goal) — Littlestown 14 (6), Fairfield 16 (10). Corners — Littlestown 1, Fairfield 4.Goalkeepers — Christopher
The Gettysburg Area School District will open all head coaching positions each season. Currently, the district has all winter coaching positions posted on its website. Superintendent Jason Perrin wrote in an email Friday that district and board leadership made the decision. Previously, the board approved coaches for one year and renewed the agreement annually. “The
Erica Neuman, University of Dayton The Internal Revenue Service is getting a funding boost thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, which President Joe Biden signed into law in 2022. The IRS has relied on technology for decades, as this 1965 photo taken in its Philadelphia office shows. US News & World Report Collection/Marion S Trikosko/PhotoQuest
Norm and Carolyn Nunamaker, who have spent the past 25 years building and leading the Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra (GCO), have won Gettysburg Connection’s Outstanding Community Contributor Award. The couple’s last concert as orchestra directors will take place at the Lutheran Seminary Chapel at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, featuring works by Antonin Dvorak. The guest soloist
The Adams County Democrats will host a series of Saturday sessions to help people learn to canvass. Canvassing is the process of soliciting votes for political candidates, usually by going door-to-door or making phone calls. “I’m passionate about canvassing because data suggests it’s the most effective way to help candidates,” said Gettysburg College Political Science
Gettysburg College’s Schmucker Art Gallery has announced a series of shows during 2023-24: Drawing on the Susquehanna (Main Gallery) September 6 – December 8, 2023 September 13, opening reception October 27, Multi-disciplinary panel discussion, 5 p.m. Curated by Rob Evans, the exhibition Drawing on the Susquehanna features eighteenth- and nineteenth-century prints, paintings, books, and objects
Adams County Sports Update: September 7, 2023 Gettysburg College See more Gettysburg College Sports here High School Sports Girls Tennis September 5 Biglerville 4, James Buchanan 1 The Lady Canners posted their 1st team win of the season with a victory over James Buchanan. Palmyra 5, Gettysburg 0 The Gettysburg girls’ tennis team hosted a formidable
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization currently in its 15th year at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, will present their youth cast production of The SpongeBob Musical youth edition at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays and 7 p.m. Saturdays September 9-17, 2023. Limited reserved seating tickets are available
Elizabeth âBettyâ Ann Smith, 82, of Littlestown, PA entered eternal rest on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital. She was born on July 27, 1941 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late Henry and Betty (Mazur) Glass. She was a graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and attended Youngstown College. She taught
Joseph H. Beal Joseph H. Beal, 82, of Littlestown, died Monday, Sept 4, 2023 at his home. … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Dorothy E. Hartlaub Dorothy E. Hartlaub, 95, of Littlestown, died Monday, Sept 14, 2023 at Transitions Health Care, Gettysburg…. For the complete obituary, please click here.
Theodore Harry Kettoman, age 86, of Zullinger, PA, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Claremont Nursing and Rehabi… For the complete obituary, please click here.
Nancy Jean Jay, age 91 of Gettysburg, passed away September 4, 2023 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville. She was b… For the complete obituary, please click here.
The Sky This Week, September 5-11 “The Sky This Week” appears every Tuesday. 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!
The Zion United Church of Christ in Arendtsville is hosting a performance of “A Mark Twain Halloween” on Saturday, September 16 at 7 p.m. to benefit the Adams County SPCA. Come and hear spooky tales of ghosts, witches, and spirits with Mark Twain’s unique view of the supernatural – “Besides scaring off witches, witch balls also
By Sherrie DeMartino, Branch Manager of the Carroll Valley Library If there is an item that you would like to borrow from the library, and you can’t find it in the catalog, don’t despair! Before you order it online, there are several other options that we can explore to attempt to get the item for
Community members gathered in support Thursday Aug. 31 as they participated in the fifth annual Overdose Awareness walk to remember loved ones lost and those who still mourn. Sponsored by the Coalition for Overdose Awareness and Recovery, the group gathered at the Adams County Courthouse and proceeded to the Gettysburg Rec Park, where several speakers
The Gettysburg Area School Board voted 6-2 Tuesday to retain a high school tennis coach whose employment has been the focal point of three meetings. At their meeting on Aug. 21, the Gettysburg Area School District’s Board of Directors voted to remove David Yates from the administration’s list of recommended hires. Yates, who is transgender
After hearing councilmembers suggest they may extend the ongoing oversized vehicle parking project after it expires in Nov., owners and representatives of tourist-based businesses asked the borough council to allow them to provide input on the project. Nancie Gudmestad from the Shriver House said it was difficult and confusing to have buses park in the
Charmion Y. Wisotzkey Charmion Y. Wisotzkey, 99, of Littlestown, died Monday, Sept 4, 2023, at home in Littlestown. … For the complete obituary, please click here.
The Gettysburg Borough Council has approved the Gettysburg Fire Department’s request to increase the annual Fire Department Tax from the current .2500 mills to .5000 mills. Assistant Chief Ken Kime said the original rate was set in 2013 when the tax was established. “It will help in balancing future budgets going forward,” said Kime. Kime
October is nationally known as breast cancer awareness month. In Adams County, we celebrate our breast cancer survivors in many ways throughout October and beyond. Our main goal for women in our community is to assist them in the early detection and understanding of breast health concerns. In our community, the dedicated members of the
The Civil War Tails Museum of Gettysburg, PA, uses handmade cat figurines and dioramas to portray pivotal battle moments. By Sara Stewart Handmade clay cat figurines at Civil War Tails museum in Gettysburg, PA. This story first appeared in PA Local, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA, taking a fresh, positive look at the incredible
Deep into another WWII novel and Jim Wallis’ Christ in Crisis, I experienced a spontaneous burst of gratitude this morning. With fall in the wings, the nights are cooling down. The daylight hours are growing noticeably shorter, and this morning, there is a nip in the air. Since my friend called to say she couldn’t walk,
The 32nd annual Adams County Heritage Festival will kick off, rain or shine, at noon on Sunday, September 17, at the Gettysburg Recreation Park, 545 Long Lane. With a goal of celebrating community unity, Festival organizers, the Interfaith Center for Peace and Justice, and the YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County have planned a full afternoon
On May 7, 2023, motorcyclists across the U.S.A. embarked on our fourth Coast to Coast Motorcycle Relay carrying copies of the United State’s most sacred documents: · The Declaration of Independence · The Bill of Rights · Our Constitution, including Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation & the 13th,14th,
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
Gettysburg College See more Gettysburg College Sports here High School Football Click on any game for details September 1: New Oxford 38, Gettysburg 20 September 2: Boiling Springs 21, Bermudian Springs 14 September 2: Susquehannock 28, Littlestown 27 August 26: Lancaster Catholic 28, Delone Catholic 21 August 27: Eastern York 32, Fairfield 0 September 2:
Wendy J. Mallette, 62 of Gettysburg died unexpectantly at home, August 27th, 2023. She was born March 13, 1961, in Gettysburg PA, to the late Robert Sr. & Doris (Stultz) Mallette. She is survived by her children Ben (Kristen) Snyder of Saint Cloud, FL and Nikki (AJ) Morelock of Gettysburg as well as her beloved
Robert Eugene Monn, 68 of Chambersburg, PA, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at home. Born on June 18, 1955 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania to the late Clyde L. Monn, Jr. and Mary Ellen (Fissel) Monn. Robert is survived by his siblings, Sharon Kump of Dover, PA, David Monn (Donna) of Gettysburg, PA, Larry Monn
Brian L. Rice Brian L. Rice, 74, of Gettysburg, died Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 at Hershey Medical Center. … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Annette J. Bartholomew, age 85, of Shippensburg, passed away August 31, 2023 at home. She was born November 17, 1937 in… For the complete obituary, please click here.
Last month our office received a letter from a senior center participant expressing her gratitude for the center she attends and especially for the manager who is in charge there. The writer shared that she feels “blessed to be around people in her age group and safe knowing (the staff person) is knowledgeable about the
The tournament will be held Sep 15, 2023 at Gettysburg National Golf Course.
GETTYSBURG, PA – Beginning Tuesday, September 5, park roads west and north of Gettysburg (Day 1 Battlefield) and the East Cavalry battlefield will be repaved. This three-month project will address road surfaces and parking areas that are at the end of their lifespan. Road closures during this phase of paving will largely occur at night
Judith Stepan-Norris, University of California, Irvine and Jasmine Kerrissey, UMass Amherst More than 323,000 workers – including nurses, actors, screenwriters, hotel cleaners and restaurant servers – walked off their jobs during the first eight months of 2023. Hundreds of thousands of the employees of delivery giant UPS would have gone on strike, too, had they
September brings a return to routines with the start of school, poetry readings, concerts, plays and all sorts of activities that enjoyed a summer hiatus. With the return of Gettysburg College students there will be opportunities to see and hear their performances as well. In addition to our very own beloved Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra, some
Two new actions in the last week recognized the importance of Thaddeus Stevens to Gettysburg: a Stevens display in the Gettysburg borough building and the installation of “Stevens Run” signs on Constitution Avenue. The newly arranged display is outside the mayor’s office in the borough building and consists of a bust of Stevens on a small oak table
One Hundred Nights of Taps, Gettysburg is finishing its 2023 evening programs on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 4. The closing program features multiple buglers sounding cascading Taps, an especially moving conclusion. The Labor Day program will also include an Enduring Pathway educational segment presented by GNMP Ranger Smith. Every day since Memorial Day, a few
Betty âNellâ Presley, 85 of Aspers, PA, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 25, 1937 in Tazewell, Virginia to the late Aaron Graham Beavers and Rose Belle (Hoops) Beavers. She is survived by her husband Dean O. Presley with whom she shared 64
James L. Hollar, aka, Poppy, 82 of Gettysburg, Pa passed away on August 29, 2023 peacefully surrounded by more loved ones than you could imagine. Poppy was born in Passaic, New Jersey on December 29, 1940, the first child to Harold and Claire Hollar of Belleville, NJ. He graduated from Belleville High School and continued
Mildred M. Mohler, 92, Orrtanna, PA passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at the Hanover Hospital. She was born August 1, 1931 the daughter of the late Clements and Nona Tressler Hardman. She was predeceased by her husband Galen Mohler. Mrs. Mohler attended Foursquare Gospel Church in Gettysburg, PA. For many years she was employed
Even though it’s September, plenty of good kayaking days are still ahead this year. Unfortunately, the launch area at Long Pine Reservoir, close by in Michaux State Forest, is closed until next season. But for those determined to enjoy this lovely mountain lake, there are ways to reach the water. The fishing dock offers a quick downhill
Charles H. Boyd âCharles âChuckâ H. Boyd, 93, a long time resident of Littlestown, PA, entered into Godâs eternal care on August 8, 2023, at Columbia Cottages in Hanover, PA.… For the complete obituary, please click here.
One of the biggest-ever classes of new lawmakers joined the Pa. legislature this year. Spotlight PA followed 3 of them as they navigated a freshman year full of power struggle and scandal. Kate Huangpu of Spotlight PA and Angela Couloumbis of Spotlight PA In order from left, Representatives Dallas Kephart, Justin Fleming, and Tarik Khan.
By Stephanie Trout In the spirit of back-to-school season, the Friends of the Trone Memorial Library would like to share our favorite equation with everyone. Did that word “equation” stir up memories of algebra class? Don’t worry, we’re not here to figure out that mysterious “x” or its friend “y”. In our world, Book Donations
Ursula Inge Sanchez (Keim), 84, formerly of Fairfield, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, with her children by her side. Born in Stuttgart, Germany on December 1, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Hermann and Marguerite Keim. She was predeceased by her parents, her loving husband of 51
Betsy Cameron Bender, 87, Lancaster, PA formerly of Gettysburg, PA passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at Mennonite Nursing Home in Lancaster. She was born July 11, 1936, in East Salem, PA, the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Harley Cameron. Betsy is survived by her husband, Charles B. Bender, Jr. She graduated from
Freda R. Hulton, age 93 of Gettysburg Pennsylvania, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 28, 2023 Born on Feb 2, 1930 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania she was the daughter of the late Raymond Dayhoff and Jennie (Sowers) Dayhoff. She was the loving wife of the late Robert T. Hulton to whom she
Michael E. Wright, transitioned to eternal life at his home in Gettysburg on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. He was 76. Born in Shallotte, NC, the son of the late Richard and Armatha Goff Wright. He was reared by his Aunt and Uncle, Nettie and Oliver Lewis where he grew up on the family farm and
Andrew M. Larson, 97, Gettysburg, PA passed away peacefully at his home on Monday August 29, 2023. He was born December 1, 1925, in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Eric F. and Sara Diehl Larson. Andy is survived by one sister, Nellie Larson Ahl. Andy lost his first wife, Jeanne Bucher Larson in
The Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary’s Schmucker House, located at the corner of Seminary Ridge and Springs Ave on the seminary campus is getting an update. The current focus is on the home’s two porches, including a large wraparound porch, but future updates may be on the horizon. The house is currently home to the administrative offices
According to the Adams County Arts Council newsletter, the following shows will be displayed this fall. The Bluebrick Gallery The Bluebrick Gallery, an artist co-op featuring seven Adams County artists, opened its doors on June 5, 2009. The artists—Owner Lisa Gohr Harman, Shawn Heiges, Wendy Spicer Heiges, Sarah Schaeffer Maclay, Jill Rakowicz, Amy Thrush-Dreves, and
by Betsy Meyer The Healthy Adams County Physical Fitness Task Force’s fall walking schedule is full of walks, showing off Adams County’s natural beauty at a wonderful time of year for walking. As Albert Camus said, “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” We hope you will find some time this
Robert F. Irvin, age 77, of York Springs, passed away August 23, 2023 at home. He was born May 7, 1946 in Orrtanna, to … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Lee, Dianne L., age 58, of Shippensburg, passed away August 25, 2023 at WellSpan Health Chambersburg Hospital. She was … For the complete obituary, please click here.
Jean E. Guise, age 93, of Biglerville, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born March … For the complete obituary, please click here.
The 2023 Adams County Heritage Festival will feature a children’s bike parade and community walk along the Biser Trail in Rec Park. The whole day is packed with entertainment and wonderful food, making it a great community unity event. Bike decorating starts at 12:30 backstage, or you can decorate your bike at home. Helmets are
In their first match of the new soccer season, the Bermudian Springs boys’ soccer team earned a 2-0 win against James Buchanan on Monday. The first goal of the match—and the season—came from Landon Oehmig. The sophomore forward found the back of the net after an assist from Cole Weikert. In the second half, Colton
The powerful New Oxford girls’ tennis team defeated Spring Grove 5-0 on Monday afternoon, their third straight shutout win and second in which their opponents did not win a single game. In singles play, Anya Rosenbach dispatched Mary Smith 6-0, 6-0. Similarly, Allison Horick throttled Maggie Wirich, matching Rosenbach’s scoreline with another dominating 6-0, 6-0
On July 18, 2023, a centrist group called No Labels signaled that they will present a 3rd Party presidential candidate by March, 2024 if the main party choices are Donald Trump and Joe Biden. This announcement set off alarm bells among Democrats. Why? Because this new Party may pave the way for a 2nd Trump
RISE Yoga Gettysburg, a new yoga studio coming to the Gettysburg area, opens in one week, hosting its first class on September 6. RISE is located at Phoenix Wellness Center, 2311 Fairfield Road, serving Gettysburg and surrounding areas with yoga and mindfulness programming emphasizing mental health and wellness. RISE offers yoga for every body, every mind,
By Anthony Hennen | The Center Square (The Center Square) — The pandemic revealed all sorts of problems in Pennsylvania’s education system. School districts struggling to recruit school bus drivers was an overlooked one, and the problem hasn’t abated. Students wait to board a school bus in Philadelphia. 4kclips | Shutterstock PennDOT, however, took a step
It feels like fall this morning; still pleasantly warm, but there’s a different feel to the air. The seasons are slowly changing. August will soon be over. Kids are back in school. Buses add minutes to morning and afternoon commutes. I’m so grateful Mother Nature is trying to keep us on schedule. I grieve for
New Oxford was dominant from start to finish Friday afternoon in a series of 6-0, 6-0 wins at Gettysburg, winning with perfect scores across both singles and doubles events. Dominant Singles Play The singles matches set the tone, with New Oxford’s Anya Rosenbach quietly dispatching Gettysburg’s Carmen Oshunrinade at Singles 1. Auvrie Coscia, representing Gettysburg
A determined Dallastown High School field hockey team secured a 2-0 win against Bermudian Springs in both teams’ first match of the season at Dallastown on Thursday evening. The first goal was netted by Dallastown’s Pantano, who found the back of the net with 14:04 left on the clock in the first quarter. A beautifully
The Gettysburg Area Recreational Authority’s (GARA) Executive Director, Erin Pedigree, reported on the following park activities during the months of June through August: The Farmers Market has seen overwhelming success at its new location at the rec park, featuring special activities such as Civic Engagement Day, a Homesteading & Green Living Expo, the Farmers Market
A first-year Gettysburg College student was seriously injured this morning in an accident at about 11:00 a.m. at the corner of Washington St. and Lincoln Ave. in Gettysburg. According to a Gettysburg Police release, the 18-year-old female was crossing Washington St. at the intersection of Lincoln Ave. when a 2008 Toyota van operated by a
Fairfield Area School District’s Board of Directors is closer to making it easier for pupils who face hardships to graduate from high school. At their work session in August, Superintendent Thomas J. Haupt presented an updated policy on how to care for unstable students. Pennsylvania General Assembly’s Act 1 of 2022 necessitated Fairfield’s changes. The
by Jordan Tama, American University School of International Service; Brian Kalt, Michigan State University, and Calvin Schermerhorn, Arizona State University After weeks of speculation over who was going to participate, eight Republican candidates seeking their party’s presidential nomination appeared on stage together in Milwaukee on Aug. 23, 2023, for the first debate of the 2024
Gettysburg Area Democracy for America (DFA) has released a position paper decrying the chronic shortage of affordable housing in Adams County and calling for developers and local governments to make a priority of this issue. You can read the paper by clicking here. The position paper mentions several reasons for this shortage, including: The position
A public hearing was held prior to the Cumberland Township Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday to approve the amendment of various sections of Chapter 27 of the Cumberland Township zoning ordinance. The amendment creates two new overlay districts, consisting of a Neighborhood Multi-Family Overlay Zone and a Mixed Multi-Family Overlay Zones which proscribe criteria
The Adams County SPCA in partnership with YWCA Hanover SafeHome is inviting everyone to participate in the first annual Purple Paws Pet Walk. This event will be held at the Gettysburg Rec Park, 545 Long Lane, on September 24 from 1-3 p.m. You are invited to bring your leashed dog to walk with you. There
Gettysburg Connection supports these candidates for Gettysburg Area School District Board of Directors. Alice Broadway PRIOR EXPERIENCE: As a practicing elementary educator, I care about students and the varied needs in our community. I want the public to be informed about public education, and I believe it is important to have professionally diverse representation on
There’s a new kid in town and she is a force to be celebrated. Sara Ann Parrish has opened a new bake shop that is music to our ears and envelops all our senses with happiness. The shop, which offers freshly baked cakes and pastries is called “Sweeter than SAP,” and is located at 52
Fans of the long-running franchise credit Bachelorette Charity Lawson, only the fourth woman of color to be franchise lead, for the season’s success. Originally published by The 19th Your trusted source for contextualizing the news. Sign up for our daily newsletter. As the 20th season of “The Bachelorette” comes to a close, many fans are
On a bright Tuesday afternoon, New Oxford’s girls’ tennis team shut out Northern York, recording a decisive 5-0 victory. The singles matches set the pace for the day. Anya Rosenbach of New Oxford started things off with a victory over Northern York’s Amelia Allen by a score of 6-0, 6-1. Allison Horick followed suit with
Janice Ann (King) Rebert passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the age of 76 after a fight with cancer. She was born December 15, 1946. She was married to Clay A. Rebert for 60 years. She was the daughter of Fred W. King and Eva Hope (Reaver) King. Janice is survived by her
Robert M. Powell, Jr., 86 of Gettysburg, formerly of Biglerville, PA and Baltimore, MD, left us peacefully on Saturday, August 19, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family, after a long and difficult battle with cancer. Bob served 4 years in the U.S. Navy shortly after graduating from High School in Baltimore, MD. He was employed
Loretta M. (Byers) Hoffman, 82, of New Oxford, PA, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Born on October 24, 1940 in Gettysburg, PA to the late Merle and Bertha M. (Shellman) Byers. Loretta was a lifetime member of the Heidlersburg Fire Hall, the Gettysburg Moose Lodge 1526, and a member of the VFW, Senior
Fred E. Warner Fred E. Warner, 84, of Union Bridge, MD, died Saturday, Aug 19, 2023, at Bridging Life of Westminster…. For the complete obituary, please click here.
Every Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra performance is special, but this fall’s concert, to be held Sunday, Sep. 10, at 4:00 p.m. in the Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary Chapel, is particularly noteworthy. First, the occasion marks the return of cellist Colin Stokes. The son of Gettysburg residents Lisa Portmess and Harry Stokes, Stokes was born and raised in
The Gettysburg Warriors girls’ tennis team, playing without the benefit of their usual coach, squared off against the Spring Grove Rockets on a lovely afternoon at home this afternoon, showcasing their skill, tenacity, and sportsmanship. The final score of the season opener was 3-2 in favor of the Rockets. The Warrior’s ace singles player, Carmen
In March 2020, when the pandemic was in its full fury, the federal government took emergency measures that prohibited states from removing people from the Medicaid program. In exchange, the states were given increased federal Medicaid funding. More than 23 million people were added to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Enrollment Program (CHIP), reaching 95
In one of the pivotal matches of the 2023 season, the Colonial Division took to the picturesque Waynesboro Country Club this past Monday. Under sunny skies and temperatures flirting with the 90s, golfers teed off on the 6,343-yard, par-72 course, each aiming to claim their stake in the day’s leaderboard. Northern emerged as the day’s
The Gettysburg Area High School girls’ tennis team is beginning its fall season without an official coach. The district’s school board again decided not to act on a recommendation from its administration to reinstate Sasha Yates, who has coached the boys’ and girls’ tennis teams since 2018. The boys’ tennis team is not affected because
Adams Electric Cooperative employees have donated 12 Individual First Aid Kits (IFAK) to the Cumberland Township Police Department. The kits, normally worn as a backpack, contain essential life-saving materials, including bleeding control and major wound treatments. The police department is looking to expand its officers’ individual equipment, including providing external bulletproof vests with Level III
Advocates say allowing Pennsylvania municipalities to outsource management could improve public services while saving taxpayers money. by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for our regional newsletter, Talk of
Bishop Curry says in the appendix of Love Is The Way, “So much of what is happening in the world does not look like love. If we go through life letting external forces – our news feeds, our acquaintances, our Google calendar – determine how our days are spent and our contributions measured, we know
Harrisburg, Pa., Aug. 15, 2023 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, invites people from across York and Adams counties to fight heart disease and stroke one step at a time at the 2023 York Heart Walk and Adams County Heart Walk on Saturday,
Catherine N. Kammerer, 70, of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Paramount Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born September 13, 1952 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Richard E. & Nancy (Weaver) Kammerer, Sr. Catherine was a 1970 graduate of Gettysburg High School and graduated from Madison College (James
Gary W. Fox, 72, of Biglerville, PA formerly of Gettysburg, PA passed away at his home surrounded by his beloved family on Thursday, August 17, 2023 after a long illness. Born in Gettysburg on June 06, 1951, he was the son of the late George G. & Jean Mazie (Lentz) Fox. Gary is survived by
Gettysburg secured fifth place in Wednesday’s 2nd Colonial Division Mid-Penn Golf tournament with a team score of 361. The team’s top performer, Zachary Sentz, led the team with an 86, placing himself amongst the top finishers for the day. Close behind were Zachary Slaybaugh and Landon Blocher, both finishing with scores of 91. Other scores
Although its name has changed, the goals of the Adams County Coalition for Overdose Awareness and Recovery have not. Formerly the Overdose Awareness Task Force, the coalition’s goal is to increase naloxone availability to save lives, reduce the stigma of addiction, and bring hope to those who suffer from addiction and those close to them.
Conewago Valley School District took another step towards hiring a school security officer during the school board meeting on Monday evening. The board approved a job description for the school security officer (SSO). During the time for public comment, one individual questioned why the district would hire an SSO instead of looking into having police
Host team Gettysburg High School landed in fourth place in the season’s inaugural Mid-Penn Conference golf match with a team score of 361. Low scorers from Gettysburg were Zachary Slaybaugh (84), Austin Keller(86) and Zachary Sentz (87). Northern High grabbed first place with a team score of 327. Second went to Waynesboro at 334. Shippensburg
