The Bullets swim teams huddle together on the pool deck. The Gettysburg College men’s and women’s swimming programs maintained their strong academic stature this past fall as the Bullets were once again named to the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association (CSCAA) Scholar All-America Team it was recently announced. The men’s team generated another
GETTYSBURG COLLEGE – Maurice Banks, an assistant coach at the University of Pennsylvania, has been named the new head coach of the Gettysburg College football team according to an announcement by Executive Director for Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation Mike Mattia. After spending the last six seasons coaching at the Division I level, Banks
Alex Leder rises up for a three-pointer in front of a packed crowd. Gettysburg College (11-8, 5-7 CC) nearly scored one of the biggest wins in program history, pushing top-ranked and unbeaten Swarthmore College (19-0, 12-0 CC) to the limit before the Garnet hit some timely free throws and edged the upset-minded Bullets 74-70 in
GETTYSBURG COLLEGE (Men) | All-Academic Teams (Women) | All-Academic Individuals NEW ORLEANS – The Gettysburg College men’s and women’s cross country teams were recently honored by the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Association (USTFCCCA) for their performances on the course and in the classroom. Each squad was recognized as a USTFCCCA Division
GETTYSBURG COLLEGE Freshman Eric Mougalian (Kinnelon, N.J./Kinnelon) posted a first-period pin and juniors Sean Thompson (Plainsboro, N.J./West Windsor-Plainsboro South) and Marc Larson (Warren, N.J./Watchung Hills) each scored major decisions in a 27-17 setback for the Gettysburg College wrestling team at York (Pa.) College Thursday night. York 27, Gettysburg 17 125: Jared Kuhns (Y) tech. fall
Mitch Wykoff walks through his teammates during the starting lineups Senior defenseman Mitch Wykoff (Fairfield, Conn./Fairfield Ludlowe) was named to the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) Division III Preseason All-America Second Team it was recently announced. Wykoff is a two-time regular-season All-America selection by USILA, earning second-team status in 2018 and third team
Working with a far-sighted and conservation-minded landowner, the Land Conservancy of Adams County recently completed a year-long process of preserving two Mount Joy Township farms. More than 50 years ago, Bruce Stair’s parents bought 85 acres of historic land on Barlow-Two Taverns Road. Today, polled Herefords graze peacefully on the farm, which is the site
Creating a low sodium food pantry to serve the healthy nutrition needs of congestive heart failure patients. Funding programs that address ongoing food insecurity in our community. Supporting a new program focused on the proper disposal of medical waste for community members. Providing free children’s car seats and instructions in their safe installation to qualified
Gehrin dribbling The 17th-ranked Gettysburg College (17-1, 13-0 CC) women’s basketball team tied the program record with 17-straight wins as they topped Centennial Conference foe Franklin & Marshall College (6-12, 4-9 CC) on the road Wednesday night, 71-53. Top Performers – Gettysburg – Ashley Gehrin ’20 (Chester, N.J./West Morris Mendham) – 21 points, 9-of-15 FT,
Danny Duffey talking to his teammates vs Southern Virginia Junior Avery Close (Phoenixville, Pa./Phoenixville) posted 18 points and nine rebounds, senior Danny Duffey (Huntingdon Valley, Pa./Lower Moreland) turned in a career-high 17 points, and Gettysburg College (11-7, 5-6 CC) swept the season series from Franklin & Marshall College (7-11, 3-8 CC) for the first time
Gettysburg Rocks is rocking again this winter. Here’s the amazing schedule, including a ton of local bands. Gettysburg Rocks is a bi-annual music festival, held in February and August. The festival features multiple live bands across multiple venues in the Gettysburg area. The event benefits Four Diamonds, whose mission is to conquer childhood cancer by
President Dwight D. Eisenhower gives a speech at the White House. The National Park Service invites the public to tour the Eisenhower home Presidents’ Day weekend, February 15 through 17. Normally closed to tours during the winter months of January and February, the Eisenhower home and facilities will be open and accessible by shuttle bus
Steven D. Sims began his new duties as Superintendent of the Gettysburg National Military Park (GNMP) and the Eisenhower National Historical Site (ENSH) on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 and as a first order of business will welcome Kristina Heister as the Acting Deputy Superintendent of GNMP and ENHS. Heister will serve in this position for
Dozens of women and men braved the sleet and snow on Saturday to rally in the Gettysburg Square and then march to Unity Park. The women’s march platform focuses on reproductive rights, immigration reform, healthcare reform, gender and racial equality, workers’ rights, environmental and other issues. Photos by Jenny Dumont and Erin Smith.
PA 33rd District Senator Doug Mastriano will host a town hall forum on Thursday January 16, 2020. The forum will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Adams County Emergency Services Center, 230 Greenamyer Lane, Gettysburg. No advanced reservations are required. Additional information is available Mastriano’s website. https://senatormastriano.com/2020/01/08/mastriano-schedules-town-hall-forums-in-district/ https://senatormastriano.com/2020/01/09/op-ed-town-halls-scheduled-for-public-input/
Adams County Commissioner Marty Qually reported today that after a year of fundraising and planning the county is ready to start renovations on the Mercy House Recovery Center in Gettysburg. The Mercy House will be the first substance abuse recovery center in Adams County. The facility will have public space for clients and residents to
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) is accepting entries for its 2020 Juried Art Show. Artwork from the 2019 Juried Show by Nanette Hatzes The juror of the show will be William Crow, PhD. Director of the Lehigh University Art Galleries. Professor of Practice, Dept. of Art, Architecture, and Design. Entries are due by Friday,
A red tailed hawk sits on the top rail of a fence on the Gettysburg battlefield (NPS Photo) The Great Backyard Bird Count is a nationwide, free, fun, and easy event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird populations. Participants are asked to count birds
Adams County District Attorney Brian Sinnett announced Thursday that felony charges have been filed against Samson Paul Yohe, 27, of Carlisle Street Gettysburg, for his alleged actions in throwing an incendiary device at a window of the Adams County Courthouse on December 22, 2019. The device broke the window but did not ignite. Bottle used
E.B. White’s “Charlotte’s Web,” the loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte, will be presented Sunday, February 9 at 3 p.m. at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater. The show is recommended for children ages kindergarten through grade 5 and is presented by WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital’s Healing
Sponsored by the Adams County Arts Council The events begin at the Arts Council and end on the Gettysburg Square with fireworks. Complete Schedule: Social Room at the Arts Council 7:30 p.m. to midnight Free refreshments, activities, and fellowship — an ideal place to meet friends and neighbors, and to get in from the cold
Mountainfilm on Tour will make its Gettysburg debut at the Majestic Theater on January 31 at 7:30 p.m. with a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films originally featured at the 2019 Mountainfilm festival held Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. A Mountainfilm presenter will emcee the evening providing insight on films, filmmakers
Gettysburg For Gun Sense will be screening a unique film, “American Totem” on Sunday, January 5 at 3:00 p.m. in Valentine Hall at the Gettysburg United Lutheran Seminary. This documentary film looks carefully at both sides of the gun issue in order to explore the power of the gun to create community but also sometimes
This July, Gettysburg Bike Week will celebrate almost two decades as a premiere motorcycle rally. The anniversary rally goes down at the Allstar Events Complex in Gettysburg. Festivities kick off Thursday, July 9, 2020, and run through Sunday, July 12. To help us commemorate this auspicious occasion, event organizers have brought in some heavy-hitting musical
Waste Connections will be picking up Christmas trees with their regular trash pickup on the following dates: Monday, January 13th – Tuesday, January 14th, 2020 Monday, January 27th – Tuesday, January 28th, 2020 Christmas trees may also be dropped off at the GARA Rec park by the Charlie Sterner building. If your tree is not
“Lebanon VAMC is excited to expand our ability to conveniently care for Veterans by bringing VA primary care and mental health services to Adams County through a new VA Community Clinic,” said Katie Reesor, Lebanon VAMC’s VA Community Clinics manager. “The approval to open a community clinic in Adams County will allow us to better
Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater will celebrate Martin Luther King Day on Saturday, January 25 at 7:30 p.m. with a free concert, “We Shall Overcome.” Produced and music-directed by Damien Sneed, the concert is inspired by the words and actions of Dr. King, and showcases repertoire from across African American music traditions that electrified generations of
Over 4,000 participants donated $1.247M in three hours to 84 Adams County nonprofits at the 2019 Adams County Giving Spree held at the Gettysburg Area Middle School on November 7. This total outdid the record-setting 2018 Giving Spree, which raised $733,000. The Giving Spree was hosted by the Adams County Community Foundation (ACCF). All organizations
Due to the inclement weather, Waste Connections (the Borough’s contracted waste hauler) has suspended service today. Waste Connections will be working extra time beginning tomorrow to catch up and regain the normal pickup schedule. Any questions should be sent to Waste Connections Customer Service at (717) 7090-1700.
Long-time Gettysburg Mayor and borough council member William E. Troxell died Thursday. His obituary is available at the Monahan Funeral Home website. Many people in the county have expressed their sadness and their fond memories of Bill. He is greatly missed by many. The visitation and funeral will be held at the Monahan Funeral Home,
A never-seen-before in Gettysburg event kicked off this year’s A Gettysburg Christmas Festival, as a choreographed pyrotechnic and music show blasted off of the Gettysburg Heritage Center’s roof, and it was followed by a weekend of fun and holiday spirit. The festival, which took place Dec. 6-8, drew thousands of visitors from the local community
Broadway Street Update: West Broadway- The hydroseeding is complete on the West Broadway islands. East Broadway- The hydroseeding is complete, as well as, the concrete work. East Broadway is still closed, but open to residents to park. Road markings and signage still need to be completed before the street will be open to the public.
The Adams County Food Policy Council (ACFPC), an affiliate of Healthy Adams County, and Kennie’s Marketplace, continue to work together to offer the Fruit and Veggie Bucks program for Adams County residents who utilize assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Each year more than 300 individuals and families benefit from the program. The
The annual Christmas Festival, which kicks off with the Christmas Parade on Friday at 6:00 p.m. and continues into Sunday, will cause major traffic disruptions this weekend. Traffic on the Gettysburg Square will be partially blocked and controlled by traffic signals this weekend Beginning about 1:00 p.m. on Friday afternoon, Steinwehr Avenue will begin to
A Snowflake Soirée, featuring a choreographed light, pyrotechnic and music show, will kick off the Gettysburg Christmas Festival Friday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m., at the Gettysburg Heritage Center (297 Steinwehr Avenue). After the show, music and dancing in the streets will take place until 9 p.m.—making the event a never-been-done-before experience in Gettysburg. The
Winter is a great time to visit and explore Gettysburg National Military Park. This year Gettysburg National Military Park is offering the popular lecture series as well as reading adventures program for children ages 4 to 10 and their families. These free programs run January through March at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and
For the first time since 2007, a trio of Gettysburg College men’s soccer players captured United Soccer Coaches’ Division III All-Mid-Atlantic Region Team The postseason honors continue to roll in for the Bullets as senior defender Ezekiel Omosanya (Lagos, Nigeria/Northfield Mount Hermon [Mass.]) and sophomore forward Oladayo Thomas (Lagos, Nigeria/The Masters [N.Y.]) were tabbed with
Demolition work will begin on Monday, December 2 at the historic Warfield house near the intersection of Millerstown Road and West Confederate Avenue. Contractors plan to be on site for about three weeks to complete the first stage of demolition that will include removing the modern 2nd and 3rd floors and the breezeway between the house
Join park rangers from Eisenhower National Historic Site in person in the Gettysburg National Cemetery, or online via Facebook Live, on December 16 as they commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. American soldiers walk down a snow covered road in a forest during the Battle of the Bulge. Eisenhower wrote that
There is an Interesting contemporary rock musical playing at Kline Theater on the Gettysburg College campus, beginning today (Wednesday) and running through Sunday. More information Kline Theater Dates: October 30, 31, November 1, 2, at 7:30 P.M. November 3 (Sunday matinee) at 2:00 P.M.
The Cumberland Township Supervisors and Gettysburg’s Mayor and Borough Council met in executive session on October 16 to discuss police regionalization. The managers of the two municipalities will work together on a Request for Proposal (RFP) to update the 2013 Regional Police Study that was conducted by the Pennsylvania Governor’s Center for Local Government Services.
The Gettysburg Community Halloween Parade, originally scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 22, will be held Wednesday, Oct. 23 due to a 100 percent chance of rain in Tuesday’s forecast. ALL other aspects regarding parade logistics (line-up times, street closure times, parade route, etc.) remain the same as planned. The parade will begin 7:15 p.m. at
Susan Russell’s Twin Hearts is playing at the Community Theatre through October 13. Read the review. Photos courtesy of Gettysburg Community Theatre.
The Gettysburg Area School District is auctioning hundreds of used items, from dump trucks to sound systems to bathroom cleaning machines to microscopes. Check out the online auction and support our local school district. Items can be previewed on Thursday October 11.
Gettysburg is hosting this week a gathering of municipal officials from around the state who are attending the Pennsylvania Municipal League’s 120th Annual Summit in Gettysburg. The mission of the Pennsylvania Municipal League is to strengthen, empower, and advocate for effective local government. PML represents Pennsylvania’s cities, boroughs, townships, home rule municipalities and towns that
For Jeff and Deborah Seibert, the decision to preserve their land was “common sense.” The Seiberts live in a historic stone farmhouse on about 144 acres in Hamilton Township. Their land includes cropland, pasture, and a historic barn as well as a pond, forest, and grasslands. Jeff and Deborah didn’t want their land to be
The Gettysburg Foundation will be hosting actor Stephen Lang in the Gettysburg Museum Bookstore at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center on Saturday October 5, 2019. Lang portrayed Gen. Pickett in the movie “Gettysburg”. Lang Lang will be on site between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Lang, an acclaimed stage and
Penn State Extension has established a new vector-borne disease team that focuses on diseases transmitted by ticks and mosquitos. To ensure that its efforts address community needs, the team is launching a survey, the results of which will allow extension educators to deliver responsive programming to educate the public on vector-borne diseases, how to prevent them, and
The reality TV series American Pickers will be returning to Pennsylvania this November. The show is looking for leads throughout the state, specifically interesting characters with interesting items and lots of them! American Pickers is looking for different, unusual, and unique items – something we’ve never seen before and with an interesting story! You can
Electric bicycles (e-bikes) are appearing in national parks with greater frequency. E-bikes advance Healthy Parks Healthy People goals to promote parks as a health resource by supporting a healthy park experience that is accessible, desirable, and relatable to people of all abilities, and by minimizing human impact through the expansion of active transportation options in parks. Specifically,
Gettysburg has received a grant for a new playground at the rec park. The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Borough of Recreation and Conservation, which is funded by the National Park Service Land and Water Conservation Fund Act. The community needs about 50 volunteers to help
On September 21 and 22, the National Park Service will sponsor its annual World War II living history weekend at Eisenhower National Historic Site. The public is invited to tour World War II encampments of over 500 living historians portraying Allied and Axis troops. The weekend also features a speaker’s tent where historians will discuss
West Broadway- Doyle is currently working on restoring waterline trenches and pavement. East Broadway- Some of the storm water materials have arrived, the remaining materials are scheduled to arrive today. C.E Williams will begin putting the new strom drain in Monday, September 9th. They will begin work at the Carlisle Street intersection, and then move to the Old Harrisburg intersection. After
The Gettysburg Community Parade Committee is gearing up for two fun fall events. The committee will host the Gettysburg Community Halloween Parade at 7:15 p.m., Oct. 22 and the Gettysburg Community Christmas Parade at 6 p.m., Dec. 6, according to chair Alex J. Hayes. The Halloween Parade has a rain date of
Literary adaptations, a Shakespearian classic, and appearances by award-winning Hollywood stars highlight the vibrant National Theatre Live programming scheduled to light up the cinema screen at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater during the 2019-2020 season. National Theatre Live is a groundbreaking project to broadcast the best of British theater to cinemas around the world, including the
From October 2019 through March 2020, the National Park Service (NPS) will continue managing white-tailed deer at Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site. Gettysburg and Eisenhower national parks are reducing the number of deer in the parks directly by shooting. All venison will once again be donated to Gettysburg area food banks.
Hearing on Proposed Use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds 1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Borough of Gettysburg will conduct a public participation meeting on Monday, August 26, 2019 at 6:30 PM at the Borough Council Meeting, in Troxell Council Chambers located at 59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325 in order
Carroll Valley Borough continues to accept applications for a borough council vacancy. Candidates must be a resident of Carroll Valley for at least 12 months and a registered voter. The position must be filled by August 22. If you are interested, please contact borough Manager Dave Hazlett at manager@carroll-valley.org or 717-642-8269 ext. 105.
Brooke Chronister, a 2019 graduate of Biglerville High School, is the winner of this year’s Adams County Democratic Committee (ACDC) Scholarship given annually to an Adams County democratic student. “Along with being an outstanding student, Brooke is an outstanding young Democrat,” said Marcia Wilson, chair of the Adams County Democratic Committee. “She has volunteered at
The Eisenhower show barn. NPS The Eisenhower Show Barn, located on Farm 2 of Eisenhower National Historic Site, has reopened the public. Preservation work is still ongoing at the structure, but it is now safe for visitors to visit. The Show Barn, built to house Eisenhower’s award-winning Black Angus show cattle in the 1950’s is
Gettysburg Rocks again this weekend. Here’s the amazing schedule, including a lot of local bands. Gettysburg Rocks is a bi-annual music festival, held in February and August. The festival features multiple live bands across multiple venues in the Gettysburg area. The event benefits Four Diamonds, whose mission is to conquer childhood cancer by assisting children
Dear Neighbor, Some of the many things to do in Gettysburg this weekend. Gettysburg Connection provides free and timely information for Adams County residents. Please support us by signing up for our Sunday News of the Week Newsletter. Bounty of the County begins today and continues until next Sunday, the 18th. When you visit a
The Gettysburg Times has an immediate opening for a full-time general assignment reporter. Applicant must have strong writing skills, be outgoing, dependable, and able to work a flexible schedule. Interested persons should send a resume and clips to ahayes@gburgtimes.com or Alex J. Hayes, c/o Gettysburg Times, PO Box 3669, Gettysburg, PA 17325. No phone calls, please.
East Broadway Street – The North side resident driveway entrances and Jacob’s Alley have been restored. The Public Works crew is finished working on East Broadway. C.E Williams will be completing the project. Waste Connections will resume normal trash pick up on the North side of East Broadway (8/6). Help support Gettysburg Connection and stay informed about your
King Street- We will begin paving today, Monday (8/5). The entire street will be CLOSED. Culp Street- We will begin paving today, Monday (8/5). The first block will be CLOSED.
The Eisenhower show barn. NPS The National Park Service has announced due to on-going preservation work that the Eisenhower Show Barn will be closed to the public until further notice. This temporary closure of the barn on Farm 2 of Eisenhower National Historic Site has no impact to tours of the Eisenhower home or
By Dave Fidlin : The Center Square When it comes to retirement-friendly accommodations, Pennsylvania ranked toward the bottom of a recent study. The state overall scored above the median for safety and culture, but was below the pack in affordability, wellness and weather. Pennsylvania’s overall below-the-median ranking is attributed to several factors, including affordability, where
In preparation for the council’s meeting with PennDot about truck restrictions on Route 30 to be held on August 5th, Naugle asked citizens to send photos or written descriptions of truck damages to the borough. The information can be sent to officials at www.gettysburgpa.gov/borough-council or by calling 717-334-1160.
Charles Strauss and his family have moved to a new home on West Broadway. Because the new address is in Ward 2 and he currently represents Ward 3, Strauss will be leaving the board as of July 15th. Strauss announced his resignation at last Monday’s council workshop. Strauss will remain on the borough’s planning commission.
Gettysburg Borough reports that beginning tomorrow, Friday June 21, workers will be removing the island curbing on West Broadway. There will be no parking on the North side of West Broadway. This process will take approximately a week. Beginning July 1st we will be removing the curbing and sidewalk on East Broadway.
See the GettysburgConnection calendar for details The White Crow The Biggest Little Farm
Winners of the Adams County Arts Council’s 16th Annual Juried Art Exhibition were announced on Friday. First place was awarded to Zedniw by Joseph Lozano of Philadelphia. The oil painting includes two windex bottles and some cactus. Zedniw Second place went to a mixed media piece in the shape of a bowl, Disintegrated Cohesion, by
The Gettysburg Connection calendar lists 23 activities in and around Adams County scheduled this weekend, only one of which is the Gettysburg Memorial Day Parade. Please have a respectful, safe, and enjoyable holiday.
Borough Manager Charles Gable announced today that Gettysburg has been awarded gold status by the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification program. In earning the certification, Gettysburg Borough is acknowledged for its progress in such areas as community design and land use, energy efficiency, health and wellness, intergovernmental cooperation, recycling and waste reduction, fiscal controls, and
This post refers to results from the May 2019 Primary Election. Click here for results from the November 2019 Municipal Election. Results of the Adams County primary and special elections have now been reported. Overall 5,031 ballots were cast, 1,573 by Democrats, 3,266 by Republicans, and 192 by Non-partisan voters. In the special election for
DSP SHOWS PRESENTS: ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS Wednesday, July 17 / 8:00 pm DSP Shows presents Elvis Costello & The Imposters Elvis Costello’s wide-ranging recording career began in 1977 with the release of My Aim Is True in a catalogue that include such diverse highlights as This
DSP SHOWS PRESENTS: ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS Wednesday, July 17 / 8:00 pm DSP Shows presents Elvis Costello & The Imposters Elvis Costello’s wide-ranging recording career began in 1977 with the release of My Aim Is True in a catalogue that include such diverse highlights as This
Thursday, May 16th, 2019 / 7:30 pm A small number of tickets are now available for this popular show! Call the Box Office at (717) 337-8200 or visit online to purchase. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits.
The King Street Stormwater Project has begun. King Street will see stormwater infrastructure replacement. The stormwater infrastructure replacement will take 2-3 weeks, followed by curb ramp replacement from May 20 to July 18. Milling and restoration of street pavement will be completed from July 18 to August 12, which will include the first block of Culp Street. Expect
Stratton & Water Street Update The milling on Stratton and Water Street will begin the week of May 8th, 2019. Paving is scheduled to begin the week of May 13th, 2019.
Gettysburg Borough has announced a new parking idea: “Short-term Parking for Quick Trips all patrons who need to make a quick trip to a downtown store or business to park for up to 20 minutes. These 20-minute meters will be marked in RED and will cost 50 cents for 20 minutes. (No grace time allowed!) The Parking
Dalphon Dotty Dalphon has been selected as the new executive director of the YWCA Gettysburg and Adams County. She is replacing retiring director Deb Geesey. Dalphon will begin in her new position on May 13th.
The Gettysburg Public Library on High Street is closed today for staff training.
Help Main Street Gettysburg win $25,000 as one of the America’s Best Main Streets and Main Street Gettysburg will reinvest the $25,000 into one of the most important towns in America. Please click here to vote by 11:59 p.m. April 21, 2019 daily. Competition is strong, so we need you to share this request with all
Pomona’s Trio at Knob Hall Winery Friday, April 12, 2019 at 7 PM Knob Hall Winery Gettysburg in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Join the Trio for jazz and wine in downtown Gettysburg at Knob Hall Winery. We’re looking forward to playing together in a new venue (for us)
It seems that we are getting yet another winery! J&P Winery/Vineyard is coming to Gettysburg. This one is at the corner of Baltimore and Middle Streets (ex-home of Christine’s Café).
Harrisburg, PA — Construction work for the new bridge carrying Route 30 (York Road) over Rock Creek in Gettysburg Borough and Straban Township, Adams County, will resume this week as part of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Rapid Bridge Replacement Project. PennDOT advises motorists that they may encounter periodic daylight short-term single-lane restrictions between 8:30
The Gettysburg Times reported this week that Jeff Brauning is running for a position as a Cumberland Township supervisor. Brauning currently serves as chair of the township zoning board. According to the report, Brauning hopes to encourage economic growth in the township and lower property taxes.
TAP DOGS TICKET PRICES $65 / $55 / $45 Tuesday, April 9, 2019 / 7:30 pm The global dance sensation Tap Dogs hits the road on an international tour of jaw dropping new surprises. Experience the thrill of a revitalized genre of dance. Seventy-five action packed minutes of part theatre, part dance, part rock concert and
We are happy to announce that we met with the National Park Service yesterday and the 29th Annual Spirit of Gettysburg 5K is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, 2019 and the Gettysburg Battlefield Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019. We have a lot of work ahead of us but are committed to
The Gettysburg Times reported yesterday that long-time Gettysburg Resident John Rice will be running for the vacant Ward 2 seat in the Gettysburg Borough Council. Rice will run as a Democrat. Rice has many years of organizational and administrative experience in the local fruit growing industry. He has also been a supporter of the Gettysburg
There is no better way to serve your community than to run for public office, and there are over 150 seats in Adams County that will be up for election in 2019. These include 116 municipal positions, 33 school board seats, and eight county spots that will be on the ballot in the 2019 municipal
DSP SHOWS PRESENTS BRUCE HORNSBY & THE NOISEMAKERS AT THE GETTYSBURG MAJESTIC THEATER Friday, June 28 / 8:00 pm Bruce Hornsby, the creatively insatiable pianist and singer-songwriter from Williamsburg, Virginia, always has succeeded on his exceptional gifts, his training, and his work ethic. He became a global name in music by
A Snow Emergency has been declared in Gettysburg Borough. Mayor Streeter offcially called the Snow Emergency at 9:55 AM on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. The Snow Emergency will remain in effect until all Borough roads have been cleared of snow and ice.All vehicles must be removed from Snow Emergency Routes immediately. On-street parking along Snow Emergency
Bob Garthwait, a 1982 graduate of Gettysburg College, has resigned his position on the College Board of Trustees, apparently because he wore an offensive costume at a party during his sophomore year. Garthwait wore the Nazi soldier costume while attending a fraternity theme party where attendees dressed like characters from the TV show “Hogan’s Heroes.”
Spend Wednesday, March 13, at Gettysburg College helping the county’s high school sophomores learn about various careers. Volunteers are needed to help direct students into classrooms and buildings. Half or full day volunteers are needed. Lunch will be provided at the college for all volunteers. Contact Sara Edmiston at sarae@adamslibrary.org for more information. Erin Messinger
