Carl Thompson was elected president of the Littlestown Area School District board unanimously at Monday’s brief special session. Thompson, who has sat on the board since 2013 and was serving as the finance committee board chair, said he feels confident he can help to mend the divide that has erupted since seven new members began
Pennsylvanians will head to the polls on April 23 to vote in statewide races, including attorney general, U.S. Senate, and more. Here’s everything they need to know. by Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA Matt Smith / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power
Duane Sullivan, Littlestown Area School District (LASD) President, has resigned after board member Brian Lawyer called for a special session to remove him after last Monday’s three-hour board meeting. Interim Superintendent Don Bell said, “Obviously the decision to resign was Mr. Sullivan’s to make. His resignation will be accepted on Monday, and the board will
Frank Scannapieco, University at Buffalo, and Ira Lamster, Stony Brook University (The State University of New York) C. Everett Koop, the avuncular doctor with a fluffy white beard who served as the U.S. surgeon general during the Reagan administration, was famous for his work as an innovative pediatric surgeon and the attention he paid to
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A school board member accused Upper Adams School District of nepotism during a discussion regarding the district’s dental hygienist. Board member Tricia Plank raised the concern at Tuesday’s meeting while the board discussed a new contract that would increase the pay of dental hygienist Robin Brewer by up to $2,500. “My concern is that we’re
Learn how Pennsylvania verifies the identities of people who want to vote by mail, ensures that ballots are secure, and more. by Carter Walker of Votebeat Workers sort mail ballots on Nov. 7, 2023, at Northampton County Courthouse in Easton, Pennsylvania. Matt Smith / For Spotlight PA Elections 101 from Spotlight PA protects you against election misinformation and
The Adams County Housing Authority is seeking new landlords for its housing choice voucher program. To help prospective landlords learn more about keeping their units filled with reliable tenants while about helping the community, the agency is offering an Open House on Tuesday May 21, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Misty Ridge
The time we spend reliving a bad experience, beating ourselves up for a past mistake, or mulling over the past with regret is time wasted. After all, we can’t undo the past. What’s done is what’s done. Once we’ve learned the lesson a particular situation brought with it, it is time to let it go.
Joe Árvai, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences As artificial intelligence creeps further into people’s daily lives, so do worries about it. At the most alarmist are concerns about AI going rogue and terminating its human masters. But behind the calls for a pause on the development of AI is a suite of
The Gettysburg Nature Alliance is inviting individuals to embrace tranquility amidst historical surroundings with their upcoming meditation classes at the Barn at Sachs Bridge. Beginning on April 18th, these sessions will run every Thursday from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm for six consecutive weeks. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Sachs Bridge and fields, the barn
The Conewago Valley school board narrowly passed the first vote to approve its 2024-25 budget on Monday evening. The board grappled with the question of whether to agree to raise taxes to fund its budget at 16.7971 mills for real estate. Board member William Getz refused to vote for the budget and said that as
The Bermudian Springs school board voted 8-1 to update its resource materials policy to reduce sexual content in district materials, a move supporters applaud but critics call a book ban. Policy 109 – Resource Materials was adopted March 14, 2006. Less than two pages long, the original guidelines include that materials “shall be suited to
Perhaps no one was more surprised than Martin Sheen when he got the call to play General Robert E. Lee for the movie Gettysburg. “I thought I’d be the last guy,” says Sheen, chuckling. “And I’ve always suspected and I’m going to have to ask Ron Maxwell (Gettysburg director) to be straight with me someday
Littlestown Borough Council voted to decommission the community pool at Tuesday’s meeting, leaving some residents angry and saddened by the decision. “We’ll remember all of you. You will have a legacy for decommissioning the pool,” said long-time resident Darren Sentz. The meeting opened with a statement by President Craid Rosendale that council members should no
The Gettysburg Borough Council is one step closer to allowing libraries in the institutional zone. However, elected officials made it clear Monday that approval does not mean they are permitting the Adams County Library System to move its Gettysburg branch. That decision lies solely with the library system’s board of directors. During their regular business
The Forward Party of Pennsylvania today announced the affiliation of Cameron Schroy, the presumptive Democratic nominee for PA Senate District 33. The lifelong resident of Franklin County hopes to unseat Doug Mastriano so that the people of the district can be represented by someone looking to solve the problems they face every day. Christian Fyke,
With Littlestown Borough meeting poised to vote to decommission the public pool at their meeting tomorrow, Kathleen Ednie and Save the Littlestown Pool followers will present a business plan and ask for more time to finance their project. The council meets in the public library’s meeting room, with a room capacity of 30 and no
Randall W. Parkinson, Florida International University Wetlands have flourished along the world’s coastlines for thousands of years, playing valuable roles in the lives of people and wildlife. They protect the land from storm surges, stop seawater from contaminating drinking water supplies, and create habitat for birds, fish, and threatened species. Wetlands at Blackwater National Wildlife
In the weeks following a proposal to restrict library books at Upper Adams School District, community members are speaking out — and most of those who raised their voices are against the idea. At the March 7 policy committee meeting, school board member Loren Lustig shared that he “and others” rewrote Policy 109.1 with changes
Thad’s Place, home of the Thaddeus Stevens Museum, held its grand opening yesterday. The museum, located at 46 Chambersburg Street, is sponsored by the Thaddeus Stevens Society. April 4 was Thaddeus Stevens’ 232nd birthday and the 25th anniversary of the Thaddeus Stevens Society. The museum features artifacts from the society’s collection including many of Stevens’
by John Cole, Pennsylvania Capital-Star PHILADELPHIA— U.S. Sen. Bob Casey and Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina M. Khan discussed their plans to combat big corporations excessively increasing prices for goods during a roundtable discussion Tuesday. “They have in a sense, my view of it, a captive audience,” said Casey (D-Pa.). “A captive set of a
The Conewago Valley school board received updates on its elementary school renovation projects during a study session on Monday evening. Anthony Colestock of Crabtree, Rohrbaugh and Associates apprised the board of the design status of Conewago Township Elementary and New Oxford Elementary schools. Since electing to pursue renovating the elementary schools, the board has heard
Many families that receive government assistance for child care still pay a lot out-of-pocket. A new Biden administration rule will lower those costs and improve payments to daycare providers. Originally published by The 19th For more than a decade, Erin Farias has watched the low-income families who send children to the daycares she runs navigate
“A scam is an attempt to defraud a person after first gaining their trust. Confidence tricks exploit victims using a combination of the victim’s fear, naivete, compassion, vanity, or greed.” By now, most of us have been a potential victim of one scam or another. Has your computer screen ever been covered by a message warning you
Despite the dreary weather on Saturday, over 450 children and adults attended the first-ever Easter Egg Roll at the Eisenhower National Historic Site. It was fitting that the White House tradition of the Easter egg roll be held at the Eisenhower Site, because the Eisenhower family loved Easter. 160 eggs were rolled during the event.
Pennsylvanians will see candidates for statewide races including attorney general, as well as U.S. Senate, and more on the April 23 primary election ballot. by Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA A sign showing people where they should cast their ballots for an election. Amanda Berg / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and
by Casey Quinlan, Pennsylvania Capital-StarMarch 30, 2024 Americans are still worried about their financial stability even as their recession fears lessen. High prices at the grocery store and consumers’ memories of their pre-pandemic budgets may be playing a role. Here’s what financial and economic experts have to say about what this week’s economic indicators tell
Owusu’s 24 points, Kapinus’ five blocks guide Penn State to inaugural WBIT Semifinals in Indianapolis Next Game: vs. Villanova (WBIT Semifinals) 4/1/2024 Time TBA Penn State women’s basketball punched its ticket to the inaugural Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament semifinals with a 92-87 win over the Mississippi State Bulldogs Thursday night from the Bryce Jordan Center.
H. James Gilmore, Flagler College and Tracy Halcomb, Flagler College Former MLB executive Pat Gillick won three World Series titles and served as general manager of four baseball teams from the 1970s to 2000s. Texas Rangers scout Brian Williams takes notes at Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina, Puerto Rico. H. James Gilmore and Tracy Halcomb,
At last night’s Cumberland Township Supervisors Meeting, the Board unanimously approved the promotion of Officer Joshua Goodling to Sergeant. Goodling joins Sergeant Joshua Rosenberger and Detective/Sergeant Stephen Higgs as the third member of the CT Police Department to hold this rank. Earlier this month, eligible CTPD officers engaged in a competitive examination for promotion to Sergeant.
Parking meter bags have created a firestorm in the Borough of Gettysburg over the past several years. Discussions to remedy the issue continue to fall flat. At borough council’s workshop on Monday, representatives from Christ Lutheran and Saint Francis Xavier Roman Catholic churches said borough staff told them they were no longer allowed to place
Lee D. Han, University of Tennessee A container ship rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore around 1:30 a.m. on March 26, 2024, causing a portion of the bridge to collapse into Baltimore Harbor. Officials called the event a mass casualty and were searching for people in the waters of the busy port.
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, is now celebrating its 16th Season as the year-round community theatre in Adams County. GCT is the producer of the first EVER Miss Gettysburg Scholarship Competition within the legendary Miss America System.
The Hamilton Township Zoning Hearing Board will consider a proposal to develop four parcels of almost 200 acres of existing farm ground adjacent to the Cross Keys intersection into a major warehouse and trucking terminal. The developer, NOBPA, LLC, is requesting a zoning exception and variance for the properties, which are zoned as industrial. A
Max Felty has been named the eighth recipient of Destination Gettysburg’s “Jim Getty Spirit of Gettysburg Award,” exemplifying leadership and dedication as a champion of the Adams County tourism industry. As president of Gettysburg Tours Inc., Felty oversees Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours, Gettysburg Group Reservations, the Gettysburg Tour Center, Ghostly Images of Gettysburg, and the
High School Sports Baseball , March 21 Waynesboro : 5 New Oxford : 4 TEAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 R H E New-Oxford 0 0 0 1 4 0 0 5 7 1 Waynesboro 0 0 1 0 0 2 1 4 9 3 NO-CADE BAKER, TRYSTAN YERKA (7) AND COY BAKERWB-JOHN
by Ashley Murray, Pennsylvania Capital-Star WASHINGTON — One of the cheapest provisions aimed at helping low-income families has become a main sticking point for Republican senators as they negotiate a bipartisan tax package that attracted broad support in the U.S. House. A tax package that includes an expanded child tax credit passed the U.S. House
Thank you to everyone who purchased apples and provided donations during our apple sale to benefit the Upper Adams Canner Funds. Hollabaugh Bros. recently presented a check to Canner Funds in the amount of $2,280 to support the success of students in the Upper Adams School District. Featured image caption (L to R): Ann Showers,
Littlestown Area School District Board’s leadership was challenged by one of its own at Monday’s meeting. “The board and the community would be better served with different leadership, and I think it’s apparent to anybody who’s been at the meetings,” board member Brian Lawyer said. He is one of only two board members who returned
At its meeting on Monday evening, the Gettysburg Planning Commission approved a request from the Adams County Library System to allow a new library to be built near the YWCA on Fairfield Rd. The site currently includes three dormitories on the Lutheran Seminary Campus which would be razed. The current Gettysburg library would be closed.
James Gettys Elementary School teachers visited the Gettysburg Area School District Board of Education meeting this week to tout the school’s many successes. Principal Ted Wells told the board he was proud of the school’s Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) results and Acadience Reading K–6 benchmark goals. “We have really weathered the COVID storm
By Jennifer Gerson The 19th President Joe Biden on Monday signed an executive order directing the most comprehensive set of actions ever taken by the president’s office to expand and improve research on women’s health. In a statement, the president and First Lady Jill Biden also announced more than 20 new actions and commitments by
Many members of our community hold cherished memories of their experiences at the YWCA. Whether it was learning to swim, participating in before-and-after school programs or attending summer camps, the YWCA has touched the lives of countless individuals. Today, it continues to offer childcare, wellness, and advocacy. However, the Gettysburg YWCA is currently facing a
Dear Editor, “Welcome to the world little one, here’s your mommy.” This is a line from the TV show Manifest, and what a beautiful line it is, a brief celebration of life. I am Vince Pacelli, the executive director for Tender Care Pregnancy Centers and I am writing in response to an article you recently
The conversation grew contentious at times as the Littlestown Borough council members and meeting participants discussed saving the last public pool in Adams County and questioning a proposed water/sewer rate hike. “The borough council has voted in an official act. The pool will not re-open,” Craig Rosendale, Council President, said. He said the pool is
On Monday evening, the Bermudian Springs school board proposed a change to its Resource Materials Policy that would ban books that contain sexual content from district schools. The board also created a new committee to enforce the ban. The new policy would ban books that contain references to “sexual intercourse, masturbation, sadism, masochism, bestiality, fellatio,
High School Sports Baseball , March 15 Bermudian Springs : 15 Bethlehem Catholic : 2 TEAM 1 2 3 4 5 R H E Bermudian-Springs 1 2 7 2 3 15 17 0 Bethlehem-Catholic 2 0 0 0 0 2 2 3 NO-CADE BAKER, TRYSTAN YERKA (3), AJ BACHOTA (5) AND COY BAKERBS-NATE KELLER AND
By Imari Scarbrough The Conewago Valley school board heard updates regarding its comprehensive planning process, elementary school buildings, safety upgrades and more during a regular meeting on Monday evening. Dr. Brad Sterner, the assistant superintendent and Title IX coordinator for the district, said he recently took on the role of interim acting principal at Conewago
West Middle St. between Baltimore St. and Washington St. in Gettysburg remains closed to vehicles and pedestrians today. The closure is the result of a multiple-alarm fire that blazed through the upper floors of a 3-story apartment building at 64 W. Middle St. last night. One person was found deceased on the third floor and
The Borough of Gettysburg is actively seeking several grants to improve infrastructure and keep citizens safe. It is also making another attempt at relieving traffic congestion caused by tour buses. At their meeting on Monday, the council unanimously approved applying for the federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant. The borough is
If you can’t make it to Washington, D.C. for the White House Easter Egg Roll, then hop on down to Eisenhower National Historic Site in Gettysburg, PA, to participate in our first-ever Easter Egg Roll event! Stop by Eisenhower National Historic Site from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 30 to enjoy games,
Originally published by The 19th This column first appeared in our weekly newsletter, This Week at The 19th. Sign up for our dispatch on the biggest news of the week — including a regular column from a 19th staff member. When Nikki Haley launched her campaign for president just over a year ago, the political
Hollabaugh Bros. in Biglerville is teaming up with Upper Adams Canner Funds for an apple sale, March 12-16. The Hollabaugh family, whose famous bin porch always has great pricing on first quality peaches and apples, will be discounting things even farther for this 5 day event. A large brown paper bag of Crimson Crisp or
Plans for Upper Adams School District’s technological future, if approved by the school board, include upgrading faculty laptops and replacing students’ MacBook Air laptops with iPads. New asks from administration for the fiscal year 2025 budget include a request to replace all faculty members’ MacBook Pro laptops with MacBook Air laptops. Director of Technology Joshua
Purple and black balloons created a solemn memorial for victims of opioid overdose deaths as part of this afternoon’s National Black Balloon Day event in Gettysburg’s Lincoln Square. Naloxone kits and spray applications were distributed to help prevent some of those deaths. Naloxone can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose and has been shown
“The Little Mermaid” spent the weekend at Gettysburg High School. The 2024 musical production, Directed by Megan Coolbaugh and Kate Sainer, had a huge turnout with over 1,000 people attending across the two nights it showed. The musical, adapted from the fairy tale by Denmark’s Hans Christian Andersen, follows a young mermaid who is willing
“I come here tonight to ask you to help me lead the charge and bring an end to the death penalty. We don’t need the death penalty in this country.” These were the opening words of 68-year-old Anthony Ray Hinton, as he addressed a packed auditorium at Mt. St. Mary’s University during a Black History
Originally published by The 19th An Alabama Supreme Court has effectively ended access in the state to IVF, leaving families navigating infertility in limbo. The decision has sent shockwaves across the country. Democratic lawmakers have used the ruling to push for nationwide IVF protections, promoting a bill that Senate Republicans blocked on Wednesday afternoon. President
Gettysburg Borough Council began to tackle bus parking, code enforcement ticketing, the sidewalk ordinance, tow fees, and Stevens Run retaining walls during its February workshop. Borough workshops are held for the council, staff, and public to discuss issues before they are brought to a vote. No resolutions were reached in regards to the sidewalk ordinance,
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The Fairfield Area School Board threw a Hail Mary to the varsity football program during its Feb. 12 meeting. High School Principal Brian McDowell said the district’s size has made it difficult to recruit new players. In 2009, 437 students attended Fairfield Area High School. Currently, 283 students are enrolled. Last year, The Knights ended
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Just over a year ago, a train derailment near Palestine, Ohio resulted in the emergency evacuation of area residents because of toxic gas released from the site. It involved emergency responses from Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Virginia agencies. “That incident is still open,” said Adams County Department of Emergency Service Director Warren Bladen. Bladen
Gettysburg raced out to a 20-5 first-quarter lead and extended the lead to as large as 29 in the first half in a 74-58 win over Dickinson in one of the Centennial Conference semifinals Friday night at Bream Gym on the campus of Gettysburg College. Mackenzie Szlosek led all scorers with 16 points to finish
Upper Adams School Board members were divided Tuesday as they voted, recalled their votes, and revoted on capital project proposals totaling more than $900,000. The most expensive asks from administration included roof restoration at the intermediate school, replacing a 30-year-old divider wall in the gym/cafeteria/auditorium at the elementary school, and upgrading a communications tower that
Gettysburg Area School District may soon renovate Warrior Stadium, but exact details are still being discussed. At its meeting on Monday, the board sent a proposal from the district’s Finance and Facilities Committee back to the committee for further review. Board Vice President Michael Dickerson requested the committee seek input from coaches and the district
The Gettysburg Borough Council discussed a zoning amendment, vehicle thefts, and towing fees during its February meeting. Zoning Proposal Council unanimously advanced an initiative last week that will help the Adams County Library System move its Gettysburg branch. After much discussion, the council unanimously voted to draft an ordinance that would allow libraries in the
The Gettysburg Borough Shade Tree Commission (STC) is actively pursuing its mission of keeping the borough green with a vibrant “treescape.” The STC consists of residents appointed for 5-year terms. It is responsible for the planting, replanting, pruning, health, and removal of plants, shrubs, and trees within the borough as described in the relevant section
The Save the Littlestown Pool Committee has about two months to find ways to reclaim the neighborhood park swim center before it is scheduled to be filled in sometime in April, according to Craig Rosendale, President of the Littlestown Borough Council. “We’re going to do what we can, and it’s a lot,” said Committee founder
The Bermudian Springs school board spent a large portion of its meeting time this week addressing concerns about its proposed resource material policy changes as well as a draft resolution that generated “panic” in the district. The board held a nearly four-hour long caucus meeting on Monday to discuss its upcoming budget, curriculum committee and
The Conewago Valley school board said farewell to one of its elementary school principals during the board meeting on Monday evening. The board also approved a list of field trips and professional development experiences for students and staff, and while the list ultimately passed, one board member had a religious concern. One of the field
Despite the windy and cold weather there was a great turnout for the first-ever “Gettysburg Loves Love” event on Lincoln Square. “Everybody was so happy and so in love,” said Gettysburg Mayor Frealing after re-marrying almost 100 couples from the balcony of the Gettysburg Hotel. “For better and for worse; in sickness and in health…
Waldo’s and Company, a leading non-profit dedicated to fostering artistic expression, advocating for local artists, and providing a substance-free, creative environment for the Gettysburg community, is excited to be expanding its leadership team! In response to several years of growth, the Waldo’s team has recognized its need to add a new directorial position and proudly
Regina Smyth, Indiana University Long lines of Russians endured subzero temperatures in January 2024 to demand that anti-Ukraine war candidate Boris Nadezhdin be allowed to run in the forthcoming presidential election. It was protest by petition – a tactic that reflects the legacy of Alexei Navalny, the longtime Russian pro-democracy campaigner. Authorities say Navalny, a
In a historic decision yesterday, Congressman Scott Perry of Pennsylvania’s 10th District joined his colleagues in a narrow party-line vote of 214-213 to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. This landmark vote marks the first impeachment of a cabinet secretary in approximately 150 years, setting a significant precedent in American political history. The
Rodney Benson, New York University and Victor Pickard, University of Pennsylvania For the journalism industry, 2024 is off to a brutal start. Most spectacularly, the Los Angeles Times recently slashed more than 20% of its newsroom. Though trouble had long been brewing, the layoffs were particularly disheartening because many employees and readers hoped the Times’
by Peter Hall, Pennsylvania Capital-StarFebruary 9, 2024 When former President Donald Trump addressed a crowd at the National Rifle Association’s Great American Outdoor show Friday in Harrisburg, there was little doubt that his remarks about the right to bear arms would be well received. Pistols celebrating the presidency of Donald Trump are readied for display
The Upper Adams School Board on Tuesday weighed a $4.6 million custodial and maintenance contract renewal that would cost the district more while allowing employees to make at least $14.50 an hour. “I’ve got some folks that are making 10, 11 bucks an hour, and that’s not a living wage based on where we are
With the need for a permanent superintendent and district solicitor, a $57,000,000 construction project underway, and a budget deficit of 1.5 million, the Littlestown Area School Board, with seven new members, has its work cut out. The initial budget presentation, which took place at the recent Finance, Property, and Supply (FPS) Committee meeting, projected revenues
By Sherrie DeMartino Have you ever read a large print book? Not for you, you say? Think they are only for older people? You might want to rethink that. Large print books have actually been shown to help with literacy tools such as decoding, fluency, tracking, and comprehension. It’s a given that the extra white
As part of Black History Month, Anthony Ray Hinton, who survived for 30 years on Alabama’s death row, will be sharing his incredible journey and shedding light on reforming a flawed justice system. Rosie Bolen, Ph.D., a member of Gettysburg’s Interfaith Center for Justice and Peace, is inviting the community to attend this powerful
Franklin Township Elementary School’s success was on full display at the Gettysburg Area School District Board of Education meeting on Feb. 5. Dr. Shelly Lappi, principal, brought several teachers, parents, and children to the meeting to tout the school’s accomplishments. Lappi’s presentation was part of an ongoing series of visits from school administrators at board
For the past dozen years or so, if you wanted to know the construction status of a Habitat for Humanity home in Adams County, what was due to happen next, which volunteer groups were due to work when, which weekends had plenty of volunteers and when help was needed, when the project would need electricians,
by Ariana Figueroa WASHINGTON — A U.S. Senate vote is expected next week on a bipartisan deal that would overhaul U.S. immigration law and provide more than $100 billion for a global security package. (Photo by Jennifer Shutt/States Newsroom) The long-awaited bill text on the supplemental package to aid Ukraine, Israel, the Indo-Pacific region and
The South Mountain Partnerhip’s (SMP) “Our Environment and Health in the South Mountain Region: A Report Card” is its first comprehensive review of regional environmental health. Read the complete report here. The analytical document provides a detailed assessment of the environmental and health indicators of the South Mountain region, which includes Adams, Cumberland, Franklin, and
Biglerville High School is gearing up for an educational milestone as Junior Achievement of South Central PA prepares to host an enriching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) summit on February 13, 2024. The eagerly anticipated event promises an engaging experience for all 9th and 10th graders, with over 260 students expected to immerse themselves
Originally published by The 19th Hazel Chandler was at home taking care of her son when she began flipping through a document that detailed how burning fossil fuels would soon jeopardize the planet. She can’t quite remember who gave her the report — this was in 1969 — but the moment stands out to her
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County CEO Melissa Leathery has submitted her resignation, according to a press release from the organization. Leathery joined the YW in July 2023. The YW has named an interim leadership team, the release states. The team includes YWCA Advocacy Director Nancy Lilley, Board Chair Lyne Aurand, Vice Chair Julie Haller, board
In light of a recent rash of vehicle break-ins, police have issued suggestions for preventative action. Following is the official statement from the Gettysburg Borough Police Department: “In recent weeks, there has been a notable escalation in vehicle thefts and instances of theft from vehicles across our region, encompassing boroughs and townships in South Eastern
Jonathan Wynn, UMass Amherst and Daniel Skinner, Ohio University Does living near a hospital make you more likely to get the health care you need? Scholars interviewed people living near the University of Colorado Hospital to assess whether it’s a good neighbor. John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images Even though the federal government requires nonprofit hospitals
Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program, a beacon of hope for many, has ambitious expansion plans, signaling a vibrant and unbridled future. Program Director Rachel Stoner, a dedicated part of the organization since her days as a volunteer in 2015, shared her enthusiasm about the growth prospects. “The potential for new programs and planning is immense.
The last public pool in Adams County is about to close, and a group of Littlestown residents are trying to save it. “I’m stepping up for this community,” Kathleen Ednie, a two-year Littlestown resident, told the Council. “If we don’t try, we won’t know,” she added. Resident Clifton Biddle said historically, the pool was developed
The Adams County Library System hopes to keep a branch in the Borough of Gettysburg. Similarly, the borough council seems committed to making that happen. At their workshop on Monday, council members expressed support for a zoning text amendment that will allow the library to build on the United Lutheran Seminary campus on the borough’s
Each year, Adams County and its jurisdictions vie for grant money and state funding for various projects. Yesterday, District 33 Senator Doug Mastriano gave those attending the Adams County County of Governments (ACCOG) meeting some advice about getting it. Earlier this month, Mastriano announced a $300,000 grant would be awarded to Conewago Valley Township to
Pennsylvania Uniters is a politically diverse group of 23 community members in South-Central Pennsylvania committed to embracing our shared values and working across our differences to prevent targeted violence, including political violence such as physical attacks against people because of their party affiliations or viewpoints. We were selected through a competitive application process for the Uniting to
WellSpan Health now has three of its hospitals ranked as America’s Best, according to Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital has reached new heights, being recognized by Healthgrades as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals. WellSpan York Hospital has been recognized as one of America’s 100
