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A replica of the Guernsey Bridge has found a new home near the Butler Township site where the original stood for more than a century. Known as the “Humpback Bridge,” the wooden span crossed the Gettysburg and Harrisburg Railroad near the intersection of West Guernsey and Guernsey roads, about two miles northeast of Biglerville. Its

Thousands of Adams County voters across their 53 precincts marked their ballots today in the 2026 U.S. midterm general election. The election was held halfway through a presidential term; there was no presidential race on the ballot. Voters chose federal representatives, state governor, and state representatives. The county recorded 42,660 ballots among 77,163 registered voters,

Michelle Miller, University of Wisconsin-Madison When picking up groceries requires a two-hour round trip, fresh produce can become a luxury. As a food systems researcher, I see this tension firsthand: People need fresh food to be healthy, but rural regions increasingly lack access to it. Food insecurity among rural households increased from 12% in 2019

Gettysburg Borough Council began reviewing its 2027 budget with a projected deficit in the low $300,000s, a gap borough officials said could grow to about $400,000 if the borough does not use $100,000 in reserves. The estimate was preliminary. At the Oct. 26 workshop, council members and borough staff discussed possible spending reductions and parking

What a surprise I got when in my mailbox was a postcard from the Republican Party of Pennsylvania and in the biggest, brightest bold letters I saw “Kathleen Platt.”   I blinked three times and still it says Kathleen Platt.  I know who is running for state representative in the 91st district, Kathleen Pratt, but does

Penn State Mont Alto welcomed community members, students, alumni and faculty this weekend for a time of reminiscing, reconnecting and fun during its homecoming celebration. It is likely the last homecoming before the campus closes next year. Attendees enjoyed giveaways, including T-shirts, stickers, Penn State Creamery ice cream and cake. Activities included a caricature artist,

Greetings from the Rec Park. As the youth sports season and farmer’s market winds down we are looking forward to two significant events. First, please be reminded of the GIVING SPREE and their culminating event on November 5 at the Wyndham. GARA will be represented as in the past. We are # 43 on the

Gettysburg residents can turn in unwanted medicines today, at the Adams County Housing Authority, giving households a local collection point during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The borough police department says the collection will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 40 E. High St. The announcement lists prescription medicines, controlled substances and

For years, Gettysburg residents have been told that developer Timothy Harrison intends to “move” or “relocate” the Gettysburg Transit Center at 103 Carlisle Street as part of his proposed Gettysburg Station development. That description is profoundly misleading. Harrison isn’t planning to move the transit center. He is planning to destroy it. Harrison owns approximately 2.4

The Hanover Area YMCA is proud to announce that it has officially earned Praesidium Accreditation, demonstrating the organization’s commitment to creating and maintaining safe environments for the children, families and individuals it serves across all four branches—North Hanover, South Hanover, Littlestown and Gettysburg. The Hanover Area YMCA officially completed the Praesidium Accreditation process on September

Opponents of President Donald Trump rallied across the country yesterday, with a message encouraging people to make a plan to vote in the Nov. 3 midterm elections. In Gettysburg, dozens of protestors lined the square during the noon hour. Critics argue that Trump is acting like a king by governing through executive orders, challenging Congress’s

After another walk in our near perfect autumn weather, chatting with my friend, and stopping occasionally as one of us would point to a tree whose leaves have started turning color in preparation for its winter nap, I came home and got lost in a book. I find that so easy to do these days.

A squirrel in the foreground, a family enjoying a picnic, and a photographer looking directly at the viewer are among the details in a new 1,000-square-foot mural that tells the story of Adams County across thousands of years. Created by Gettysburg artist Sarah Jacobs, the 25-foot-tall, 40-foot-wide exterior mural on the south wall of Gettysburg’s

Gettysburg Borough Council rejected a proposal at its business meeting yesterday to temporarily allow outdoor alcohol consumption during November’s Lincoln at Gettysburg commemoration, following objections from organizers and concerns about public safety, resident input, and the time available to establish rules. The proposal would have directed preparation of a resolution for council’s Nov. 9 meeting

Neha Gour, George Mason University; John Kotcher, George Mason University, and Teresa Myers, George Mason University Regardless of their views on politics or climate change, most Americans oppose the development of data centers in their communities. These large buildings filled with computers that store and process digital information, increasingly to support various applications of artificial

Adams Rescue Mission is excited to announce the opening of our new Single Women’s Shelter. The shelter will provide a safe and supportive environment for up to 36 women experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or escaping human trafficking. Through on-site counseling, compassionate care, and individualized support, we will walk alongside each woman as she begins

Gettysburg College will welcome alumni and their families back to campus for Homecoming and BOLD Weekend on Oct. 16-18. The weekend’s festivities include the College’s public launch of its comprehensive campaign to support and enhance educational opportunities across all areas of campus. Approximately 1,000 alumni and their families will return to campus and the local

I awoke this morning, snuggled down in my covers, sunlight filtering through the slats of the window blinds after a day and night of heavy rain, just filled with gratitude that having grown this old, I have the luxury to sleep in or just stay in my nice warm bed thinking happy grateful thoughts. While

Blue Storm Action, Democracy for America and the Adams County Democratic Committee will present a community forum on election protection and campaign reform in Pennsylvania on Friday, Oct. 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. The forum will be held at the UUG Church, 136 S. Stratton St., Gettysburg. Philip Hensley-Robin, executive director of Common Cause

WellSpan Health opened a behavioral health walk-in crisis center Monday, Oct. 12, at the Gettysburg Shopping Center, 39 West St., offering people experiencing mental health crises immediate assessment, stabilization and referrals without an appointment. The center is open seven days a week and is intended to provide an alternative to emergency department care for people

By Glenn H. Ivers The American Cemetery just outside of Margraten in the Netherlands is the final resting place of 8,291 of our boys who went off to World War II and never made it home. An additional 1,722 who went missing and were never found are memorialized as well. These words are inscribed on

While the final Saturday of the National Apple Harvest Festival enjoyed favorable weather, rain fell yesterday, the festival’s final day, Sunday. Despite the pouring rain, festivalgoers came prepared with boots, ponchos, and umbrellas, determined to enjoy the festivities. The mouthwatering aromas of festival foods filled the air as visitors gathered in the auditorium to celebrate

‘Tis the spooky season when many theaters traditionally perform Richard O’Brien’s “The Rocky Horror Show,” and Gettysburg Community Theatre is honoring its own tradition by presenting the R-rated musical for the third consecutive year (with previous runs from 2015-2019 and in 2022).  More than a half-century ago, the musical debuted worldwide at The Royal Court

For 75 years, the Pennsylvania Apple Queen program has promoted Adams County’s apple industry while helping young women build confidence, leadership and public-speaking skills, and a stronger connection to their community. The Adams County Fruit Growers Association will mark the anniversary this weekend at the National Apple Harvest Festival in Biglerville. About 40 former queens

For nearly 15 years, Gettysburg Combined Area Resources for Emergency Shelter (CARES) has worked to provide a safe place to sleep, a warm meal and a path toward housing for people experiencing homelessness in Adams County. Now, the organization is preparing for a significant new chapter with the purchase of a permanent facility at 25

Church Women United welcomed Hillary Barrick as a guest speaker Oct. 7 at the Church of the Brethren on Biglerville Road. Barrick spoke about human trafficking and the work of Women at Risk International, a Michigan-based nonprofit also known as WAR. Barrick said she has volunteered with WAR for about 15 years. She described the

Asking your parent for their medical information can be a hard decision for that older adult to make. A lot of individuals are uncomfortable giving their child or relative access to their medical portal. Recently I came across an article by Stephanie Erickson of the Erickson Resource Group. Her article focused on the difficulties that

Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson were the dominant figures in George Washington’s original Cabinet and represented opposite visions of government and how society should be organized. They were the prime movers behind the emergence of political parties and the heads of the two opposing political parties. Their differences were profound. Jefferson believed the Constitution meant

Democratic Candidates for the U.S. Congress and the Pennsylvania House fielded questions about data centers, housing, education, gun laws, and constituent access during a Sept. 27 town hall at the Barn Resort in Gettysburg. The candidates are seeking office in the Nov. 3 general election. The People’s Town Hall Committee invited Democratic candidates Beth Farnham,

Vocation committee team leaders from parishes throughout the Diocese of Harrisburg gathered on Saturday in Harrisburg to continue the work of encouraging and supporting priestly vocations. The meeting was held nearly two years after an initial vocation workshop brought parish leaders together. Before that workshop, attendees were encouraged to read Hundredfold by Rhonda Gruenewald. While

The sights, sounds, and flavors of autumn will once again fill the South Mountain Fairgrounds as the National Apple Harvest Festival returns on October 3-4, 2026 and October 10-11, 2026. Now it’s 61st year, what began as a single day event on October 10, 1965, grew steadily in popularity, expanding to a two day, two

By Gettysburg Mayor Alison Lintal During my first six months as Mayor of Gettysburg, I have had the privilege of attending many events and meeting lots of folks in our community. People have asked me how it has been to serve as Gettysburg’s mayor. It has been more rewarding than I ever imagined. I have

Gettysburg Borough Council members expressed support for exploring new shared-housing options and later parking enforcement during a Sept. 28 work session, while leaving both proposals for further review. Mayor Alison Lintal proposed allowing rooming and boarding houses by right in the borough’s NC-4 zoning district, a small area that includes parts of Carlisle Street near

The Arc of York & Adams Counties will host its Buddy Walk from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Gettysburg Rec Park. Everyone is welcome.

The Adams County Farmers Market began offering PA Food Bucks on Sept. 26, adding a dollar-for-dollar produce match to its existing SNAP “Double Dollars” program. The new partnership with The Food Trust gives participating SNAP shoppers up to three times the value of their benefits for eligible purchases at the market. The program is scheduled

United Lutheran Seminary will hold a public service Wednesday, Sept. 30, at noon in the Memorial Garden at the Chapel of the Abiding Presence.

The aroma of fresh apples fills the air in rural Adams County this time of year. For nearly 70 years, the Kime family has been growing apples in Bendersville, with three generations helping carry the family business forward. Kime’s Cider Mill was established in 1957 by Randy Kime’s parents, Robert and Cora Kime. Today, Randy

High School Sports Girls Tennis New Oxford 4, Central York 1 New Oxford won two singles matches and swept doubles to defeat Central York, 4-1. Claire Lawrence rallied from a first-set loss to beat Arya Bhandari, 0-6, 6-0, 6-2, while Annabel Sieg defeated Morgan Srebro, 6-1, 7-5. Hillary Christner and Caydence Martin won at first

GETTYSBURG, PA — The PEOPLE Project™ returns this fall as part of Adams County’s yearlong America250PA celebration with an extensive list of partners comprised of individuals, local businesses, and nonprofits. The Project’s producers, ChrysaLis Communications and Celebrate Gettysburg magazine, are particularly excited to announce a partnership with Community Media of South Central PA, which will

History came to life this weekend at The National Apple Museum in Biglerville with a Civil War encampment as part of the community’s America 250 celebrations. Visitors stepped back in time and enjoy a variety of hands-on activities and demonstrations, including firearm demonstrations, candle making, a scavenger hunt, and more. Children had the opportunity to

The Conewago Valley school board approved a new director of safety and communications during its board meeting on Monday evening, hiring the second person for the role since the original director retired this summer. The position was previously held by Matthew Muller, who retired on July 20. The job was briefly filled by Dwayne Smith,

The Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM) will host its first-ever Gettysburg Breadfest on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gettysburg Rec Park. The event will celebrate bread, cookies, pastries and other baked goods with additional bakery vendors, a tasting ‘passport’ activity, a Community Cookie Contest, activities for children, and prizes.

Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, philanthropist, and activist Abigail Disney will visit Gettysburg College Sept. 30-Oct. 1 for a series of public programs exploring economic inequality, storytelling, philanthropy, and the potential for structural change. Disney’s visit will culminate on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 5:15 p.m. in the College Union Building Ballroom with the 20th anniversary of the

Dear Gettysburg Connection, I have spent a great deal of time thinking about the discussion surrounding Radium Girls at the September 15 Upper Adams School Board meeting. I am writing not because I believe profanity belongs in our school plays, nor because I object to anyone holding deeply felt religious beliefs. I am writing because

The Adams County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame wishes to announce the inductees for the class of 2026. The recipients of this honor are:  Sarah Gates-Adams, one of the best volleyball players the area has ever seen. She also played basketball and competed in track and field for Delone Catholic High School;

Upper Adams Intermediate School students will lace up their sneakers Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 as they take part in the annual PTO-sponsored fundraiser. The event will give fourth, fifth, and sixth-grade students an opportunity to get active while helping raise money for activities and resources that enrich their school experience. Students will participate during their

The Gettysburg Area School District Board of Directors welcomed a returning member on Monday and learned that Adams County Technical Institute is willing to explore an idea from the community. New Board Member The nine-member body has been down one person since Michael Dickerson’s resignation in August. Seven constituents–Carrie Soliday, Ken Dunaway, David Jenkins, Keith

Gettysburg Community Theatre opened its doors Saturday night to an overflowing house as performance artists and theater-lovers from the surrounding area and beyond came to sneak a peek at shows appearing at GCT and in the wider Central PA through 2027. “Songs of What’s To Come” — an exciting cabaret that included teaser scenes from

Visitors to the National Apple Museum in Biglerville will have the opportunity to step back more than 160 years this September as the museum recreates a Civil War encampment to simulate the one troops used on the grounds on the way to the Battle of Gettysburg. Join the 5th Texas Company F for a weekend