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 The Adams County Community Foundation has awarded the first round of grants from its COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund. The Fund was established to direct charitable grants to area nonprofits struggling to meet the extraordinary needs of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic and related economic downturn. Through the COVID-19 Fund, the Community Foundation will

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf yesterday announced eight additional counties will move to yellow and 17 to green, effective at 12:01 a.m. May 29. Wolf said all remaining counties in red are expected to move to yellow by June 5 at 12:01 a.m. Meanwhile in Adams County the two-week sum of new cases per 100,000 population

Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Gettysburg National Military Park is increasing access and services. The National Park Service (NPS) is working service-wide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased

Looking for a way of supporting senior students at nearby Fairfield Area High School during the COVID-19 pandemic, the WellSpan Pharmacy in Fairfield has donated customized face masks to members of this year’s class for their upcoming graduation ceremony. Maddi Holmberg, an officer of Fairfield Area High School’s 2020 senior class, models the custom face

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced today that 12 more counties would be moved to the yellow phase of the state’s reopening plan beginning Friday, May 22. Adams county was included in the list.   General changes that will begin next Friday include: The stay-at-home order will be lifted, but people are still encouraged to wear

The Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) has provided a list of the 56 Adams County businesses that were granted exceptions and placed on the state’s list of life sustaining businesses. The DCED also explained the procedure used to classify businesses. According to DCED, all Pennsylvania businesses were initially classified using industry sectors

Governor Tom Wolf today reminded Pennsylvanians that the state’s actions to stop the spread of COVID-19 are working and that we must stay the course and follow the law or there will be negative consequences. “Pennsylvanians are fighting for our lives,” Gov. Wolf said. “We have fought this deadly virus in the best way we

Adams County Republican politicians wrote Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf yesterday asking him to immediately move Adams County from a red to a yellow stage designation. The change, which has already been made for 37 other counties, would allow some non-essential businesses to reopen. The letter, posted on Mastriano’s Facebook page, was signed by state representatives

Pennsylvania Governor Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine today moved 13 more Pennsylvania’s counties from “red” to “yellow” status, allowing businesses with in-person operations and childcare facilities to reopen on May 15. Adams was not included in the list. The counties to be opened are in western Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh region. Allegheny,

The Pennsylvania Department of Health today confirmed 825 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 50,092 as well as 14 new deaths, bringing the statewide total to 2,458. The department said the are now 195,498 patients who have tested negative. Adams County cases increased from 145 to 148, but the number of

Wellspan Health has asked residents to be sure to come to the hospital if they are experiencing symptoms of heart attack or stroke, saying that they will be protected against catching the coronavirus in the hospital. Since late March, hospital officials have noticed a 50 percent drop in patients seeking care at WellSpan Health’s six

To ensure that Pennsylvanians have opportunities to safely enjoy outdoor recreation as a way to maintain positive physical and mental health, and in keeping with the commonwealth’s stay-at-home orders to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Governor Tom Wolf today announced that the Wolf Administration is lifting some restrictions on businesses related to certain outdoor activities.

In a personal, heartfelt, and candid speech to the state’s residents on Friday, Governor Tom Wolf announced a plan to set citizens and businesses on a path to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic while continuing to protect residents from the dangers of the deadly virus. Watch the governor’s full remarks here. Read the governor’s full

Governor Tom Wolf today announced nearly $16 million in funding for Pennsylvania food banks, which are providing critical assistance to Pennsylvanians during the COVID-19 health crisis. “COVID-19 has caused severe economic stress for many Pennsylvanians, and as a result our food banks have been working in overdrive with unprecedented demand,” Wolf said. “We’re proud of

Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Rachel Levine today required all employees and customers at essential businesses to wear face masks, and also created other protections for employees. Levine also ordered meetings for essential businesses to be conducted online and that appropriate social distancing and hygiene measures be enforced. “This order provides critical protections for the workers

Following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Health, WellSpan requests that patients and visitors wear a protective face covering when visiting any WellSpan facility. Hand-made fabric masks and other face coverings can help slow the spread of COVID-19. By covering your face, you help to stop

The Salvation Army today sent a truck with eleven pallets of canned goods from Philadelphia to help restock SCCAP’s food pantry. PHOTO COURTESY OF MARY SMITH According to Gettysburg Area Salvation Army chair Amy Smith, there were eleven pallets on the truck, with foods including peanut butter, cereal, dry pasta, canned fruit, canned soups, cookies,

    WellSpan Health today announced it is joining the 100 Million Mask Challenge, an initiative launched by the American Hospital Association to help meet growing demand for masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. “As we prepare for the expected increase in COVID-19 patients in our community and hospitals, the safety of our caregivers is critically

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf updated the public on Pennsylvania’s response to the 2019 novel coronavirus today. The following are his prepared remarks: “My fellow Pennsylvanians, thank you for joining me. I want to talk with you about where we are with this pandemic and where we hope to be. “Each day we face a new

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) and the United Way of Pennsylvania continue to operate referral and support helplines for residents in need. Dial 211 if you need to connect with resources in your community, but don’t know where to look. From help with a utilities bill, to housing assistance, after-school programs for kids,

Governor Tom Wolf announced today the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) is implementing new federal unemployment compensation benefits provided by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The COVID-19 relief package temporarily provides an additional $600 per week, makes self-employed, independent contractors and gig workers eligible for benefits and extends unemployment compensation

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf today ordered Department of Corrections officials to establish a Temporary Program to Reprieve Sentences of Incarceration to help aid the department in the transfer of qualifying individuals to community corrections facilities or home confinement amid the COVID-19 pandemic.   The Wolf Administration continues to take every possible action – and asks

South Central Pennsylvania Community Action Programs (SCCAP) CEO Megan Shreve reported yesterday that the organization was having trouble getting enough food for its pantry.   . “On Tuesday when we went to place our order through the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank they were short on food,” said Shreve. “The order we typically get is significantly

Wellspan Health announced today a new non-emergency health treatment location for patients who are either confirmed or suspected by a healthcare provider to have COVID-19. The new location is at the WellSpan Digestive Health practice at 37 N. Fifth Street in Gettysburg. The previous clinic location at the WellSpan Adams Health Center on V-Twin Drive

As the number of Pennsylvania COVID-19 deaths increased 240, Governor Tom Wolf ordered commonwealth flags on all commonwealth facilities, public buildings and grounds fly at half-staff until further notice to honor the victims of the 2019 novel coronavirus pandemic. “Too many Pennsylvanians have lost their lives to COVID-19, and, unfortunately, many more will die,” said

As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 increased to 25 in Adams County and 12,980 in the state, Wellspan Health today announced plans to double the number of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds at its acute care hospitals in anticipation of a significant increase in COVID-19 patients in the coming weeks. “WellSpan is leading

At the Gettysburg Borough COVID-19 Emergency Task Force meeting on Thursday, Police Chief Glenny announced changes to the active policing of the borough.   “First and absolutely foremost, if you have emergency or believe you have an emergency, dial 911 and the police will respond. I don’t want you to have to think about that,”

Governor Tom Wolf recommended today that all Pennsylvanians wear a mask any time they leave their homes for life-sustaining reasons, as COVID-19 cases increased to 8,420 in Pennsylvania and 19 in Adams County. No-sew facemask: Click here to learn how to make a facemask using only a pair of scissors “Wearing a mask will help

  A host of community organizations have stepped in to provide meals for families in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many thanks to the work of Yeimi Gagliardi from Wellspan and others for providing this update. SCHOOL MEAL OFFERINGS BY DISTRICT   Bermudian Free bagged lunches for all students 18 year of age and younger

The Adams County Conservation District has closed the Adams County Agricultural and Natural Resources Center (Ag Center) and grounds to the public until at least April 10.   USDA customers are by appointment only. The District is still answering phones and emails, receiving plans, and processing permits, but the staff is operating remotely.  Community gardening, native

Gettysburg Borough has launched an aggressive effort to manage current challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The taskforce will also work to anticipate and plan for future threats of the pandemic. “In this time of uncertainty, Gettysburg Borough has assembled local and county leaders to address the needs and concerns of the Borough’s residents”, said

Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine today announced that Adams County, as well as all of the other 66 Pennsylvania counties, will be under stay-at-home orders effective tonight, Wednesday, April 1, at 8:00 p.m. “This is the most prudent option to stop the spread of COVID-19 across our commonwealth, where cases

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (PDOH) today confirmed 756 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 4,843. The daily increase was again the largest since coronavirus cases have been reported in the state. The death toll in the state grew to 36. Outdoor Screening Area at the Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital One more case

Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine announced today that all Pennsylvania schools will remain closed until further notice. This announcement comes as the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PDOH) confirmed 693 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 4,087. The increase was the largest since coronavirus cases have been reported

WellSpan Health announced it has opened care locations across southcentral Pennsylvania dedicated solely to providing non-emergency care for COVID-19 patients. Patients in Adams County who have no emergent health needs and are either confirmed or suspected by a healthcare provider to have COVID-19 can visit either: WellSpan Adams Health Center, 40 V-Twin Drive, Gettysburg. This

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (PDOH) today confirmed 643 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 3,394. The department also reported four new deaths.   PDOH said over half of the coronavirus cases have been among young and middle-aged Pennsylvanians, giving the following age breakdown of those who have tested positive: Less than

Governor Tom Wolf has announced that new funding is available to help small businesses impacted by the coronavirus through a new program under the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority’s (PIDA) Small Business First Fund, the COVID-19 Working Capital Access Program (CWCA).   The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) recently authorized the transfer of $40 million to the Small

To protect workers from contact with potentially contaminated items, bulk item pickup in Adams County will be suspended until at least May 1. At that time we will re-assess the situation and either resume the pickup of bulk items or request an extension. Trash bags and taters are handled with just hands, which can be

Following the Pennsylvania K-12 school schedule, the Office of Commonwealth Libraries has extended the closure of all Pennsylvania public libraries until least April 6, 2020. All library materials have an extended due date of April 16th and this date will be moved as necessary.  Nothing is due during the closure and no fees will accumulate. 

Effective Thursday, March 19, the Wellspan health system has made the following access changes: Prohibiting all visitation, with certain clinical exceptions (noted below) Suspending all volunteer activities Allowing on-site visits only from approved and screened third-party vendors Restricting deliveries of food, flowers only if they can be left with staff at the main entrances outside

Borough Manager Charles Gable announced today the borough’s police department and other enforcement officials will make the enforcement of the governor’s order closing all non-life sustaining businesses a high priority. The order does not pertain to retail food establishments, which are still permitted to serve food via take-out, delivery, and curbside pickup. Retail food establishments

  Please join us the Adams County Community Foundation for a Community Call-In on Tuesday March 24 at 2:15 pm to hear updates and Questions and Answers from leaders of: Adams County Community Foundation Adams Economic Alliance The Chamber, Gettysburg & Adams County County of Adams Gettysburg Times Pennsylvania Interfaith Community Programs, Inc. South Central

The Pennsylvania Department of Health has confirmed there are now four cases of COVID-19 in the county. The Department of Health will not be releasing further information about the individuals out of respect for their privacy and in line with the requirements of the 1955 Disease Prevention and Control Law.

The Gettysburg Times published today a letter from publisher Harry Hartman that explained the paper would be reducing its print schedule to a Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday schedule. The Times also said that its coronavirus-related stories will remain free for all to read without a subscription on their website. “This reduction of print days is

Reminding the public that the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have declared COVID-19 a public health emergency of international concern, that the U.S. Department of Health has declared COVID-19 creates a public health emergency, and that he has already proclaimed the existence of a disaster emergency throughout the Commonwealth,

It was not your normal St. Patrick’s day evening at the bar. But Ben Wenk and his musical group, Chuck Darwin and the Knuckledraggers, brought joy and Irish celebration to people who could not attend the scheduled show at the Ploughman Cider Taproom last night. Ploughman Cider Taproom The Knuckledraggers’ show, cancelled due to the

Giant food stores has announced changes in store hours and placed limits on paper goods and disinfectants. Beginning Thursday, March 19, store hours will be 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The hours of 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. will be reserved for customers who are age 60 and older. Beginning immediately, there will be a limit

As the novel coronavirus COVID-19 has closed schools in Adams County, many children who eat at school may have difficulty finding enough food. In response, each Adams County school district has created ways for children and families to pick up food during the week. Backpack programs that provide food for children on weekends are also

The Wolf Administration continues to strongly urge non-essential businesses across the state to close for at least 14 days to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The governor’s request protects employees, customers, and suppliers and limits the spread of the virus through personal contact and surfaces “We strongly urge non-essential businesses across the commonwealth to

The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center will temporarily close Tuesday, March 17 through Tuesday, March 31, 2020. This is a precautionary measure to limit the health risks associated with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) based on the guidance of state and federal officials. The battlefield will remain accessible. All Gettysburg Foundation and Gettysburg

After consultation with the Wolf Administration and Pennsylvania Department of Health, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has announced the indefinite closure of all Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores effective at 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.  “This was a tremendously difficult decision to make, and we

Governor Tom Wolf today announced that mitigation efforts put into effect over the past few days in Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks, Chester and Allegheny counties will now be in effect statewide, beginning at 12:01 a.m., Tuesday, March 17. “Earlier today, New Jersey, New York and Connecticut imposed similar restrictions, and I thank the residents of these

DECLARATION OF DISASTER EMERGENCYCoronavirus (COVID-19)Monday, March 16, 2020 WHEREAS, a novel coronavirus (now known as “COVID-19”) emerged in Wuhan, China, began infecting humans; and WHEREAS, the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) have declared COVID-19 a “public health emergency of international concern,” and the U.S. Department of Health and Human