Gettysburg Majestic Will Host Free Concert on Martin Luther King Day

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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

Susan Naugle Leaves Gettysburg Borough Politics After Twelve Years Service [Episode 18]

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After spending twelve years and three terms on the Gettysburg Borough Council and serving as its president since 2017, Susan Naugle’s tenure on the Gettysburg Borough Council is ending. In this episode of the Gettysburg Connection podcast I talk with Susan about Gettysburg, about local politics, about her love for Gettysburg, and about her accomplishments

Former Gettysburg Mayor Troxell Has Died

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,

Weekend Update – December 13, 2019

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Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Please note the Tuba Fest Concert originally scheduled at the Gettysburg Hotel has been moved to the Gettysburg Seminary Chapel. The Gettysburg Holiday Ice Rink is open all weekend. Please check the calendar for a

Baseball to Host Winter Prospect Clinic Feb. 16

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Baseball to Host Winter Prospect Clinic Feb. 16

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HABPI Blue Bicycle Bridge Is Dedicated to Susan Naugle

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Retiring Gettysburg Borough Council president Susan Naugle was honored by Healthy Adams Bicycle Pedestrian (HABPI) president Dennis Hickethier and HABPI Gettysburg Inner Loop Trail Coordinator Tom Jolin for her service at Monday’s council meeting. “Susan has been working tirelessly, improving biking and walking infrastructure with the borough. We couldn’t have made the progress we did

Departing Board President Susan Naugle Praised by Borough Colleagues

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After spending seven years and three terms on the Gettysburg Borough Council and serving as its president since 2017, Susan Naugle chaired her last board meeting on Monday evening. Naugle has decided not to run for another term. “I’ve really enjoyed this for twelve years but I need to step back and do some other

Second Annual Gettysburg Christmas Festival Wraps Up as A Huge Success

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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

Gettysburg Borough Announcements: Broadway Street and Fall Leaf Pickup

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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.

Men’s Soccer : Men’s Soccer To Host Winter ID Camp

Men’s soccer team celebrating after scoring a goal against Haverford The Gettysburg College men’s soccer program will host a One Day Identification Camp on Sunday, January 12th.   The College Identification Camp is a one-day event that is designed for players who have aspirations to compete at the college level and/or are considering Gettysburg College

Local Businessman Asks Gettysburg Borough Council to Enact LGBT Protection

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The Gettysburg Borough Council debated a proposed ordinance that would provide LGBT non-discrimination protections at its meeting on Monday November 25. The discussion was in response to a presentation by Chad-Alan Carr, Founding Executive/Artistic Director of the Gettysburg Community Theater. Carr was joined by Jason Landau Goodman, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Youth Congress, who

Men’s Track & Field : Barnes Leads Bullets at F&M

Ken Barnes leaping into the air during the long jump event at F&M. LANCASTER, Pa. – Senior Ken Barnes (Edison, N.J./Westminster School [Conn.]) moved into second all-time in Bullets indoor history and helped the Gettysburg College men’s track and field team display a strong season debut at the Coach I Open, which was hosted at

Barnes Leads Bullets at F&M

Ken Barnes leaping into the air during the long jump event at F&M. LANCASTER, Pa. – Senior Ken Barnes (Edison, N.J./Westminster School [Conn.]) moved into second all-time in Bullets indoor history and helped the Gettysburg College men’s track and field team display a strong season debut at the Coach I Open, which was hosted at

Women’s Track & Field : Women’s Track Display Strong Showings at F&M

Bianco-Riley_Action_19 Under the guidance of Interim Head Coach Bryson Hartzler, the Gettysburg College women’s track and field opened its indoor season with numerous top-10 indoor records at the Franklin & Marshall College Coach I Open on Saturday.Gettysburg’s Top Performers Lilian Morrell ’23 (Frederick, Md./Urbana) 200-Meter Dash – 5th (27.44 – Seventh All-Time) 60-Meter Dash –

Gettysburg Flies to Invitational Title

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Proxmire Hits NCAA Mark, Bullets Capture Team Title

Duncan Proxmire swims the 500 freestyle Junior Duncan Proxmire (McLean, Va./Langley) hit a national qualifying mark in the 1,650 freestyle and Gettysburg College turned in another dominating performance on the way to capturing the team title at its own invitational for the third consecutive season.  Team Standings 1. Gettysburg, 1,005.5 2. Susquehanna, 585.5 3. Dickinson,

No. 1 Swarthmore Shoots Past Bullets

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Balanced Bullets Beat Bryn Mawr

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Nine players scored at least four points as the Gettysburg College women’s basketball team raced past Bryn Mawr College 85-44 in a Centennial Conference match up inside Class of 1958 Gymnasium on Saturday afternoon. The Bullets record their seventh consecutive victory to hold an overall 7-1 mark and a perfect 5-0 in CC play. Bryn

Four Bullets Place at Petrofes Invite

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Colin Devlin works his opponent to the ground Senior Colin Devlin (Dresher, Pa./Upper Dublin) finished third at 149 pounds and was one of four Gettysburg College grapplers to place among the top eight at the Petrofes Invitational hosted by Messiah College Saturday. Team Standings (19 Total Teams) 1. #6 Mount Union, 216 2. #17 Messiah,

Yancey Hits NCAA Cut as Bullets Take Early Lead

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Yancey_Oliver_CC_2019 Junior Oliver Yancey (Wallingford, Pa./Strath Haven) knocked out an NCAA Division III Championship “B” cut time in the 50 freestyle and Gettysburg College swept all five events during the opening session of its home invitational in the Bullets Pool Friday evening. Team Standings 1. Gettysburg, 330.5 2. Dickinson, 188 3. Susquehanna, 167.5 4. Messiah,

Women’s Swimming Smashes Records at Home Invite

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Senior Kate Crilly (Shrewsbury, N.J./Ranney School) contributed to a pair of program records and Gettysburg College won four events overall on the opening day of its own invitational inside the Bullets Pool Friday evening. Team Standings1. Gettysburg, 3462. Dickinson, 2273. Susquehanna, 1864. Messiah, 1545. Salisbury, 696. Bryn Mawr, 447. Elizabethtown, 41 Gettysburg’s Top Performers Kate

Weekend Update – December 6, 2019

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Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. It’s both First Friday and the Christmas Festival. There are a lot of things to do. The Gettysburg Holiday Ice Rink is open all weekend Please check the calendar for a full listing Calendar of

Women’s Soccer to Host Spring ID Clinic

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Gettysburg Area School Board Invests New Board Members

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Five new Gettysburg Area School District (GASD) board members were sworn in at its reorganization meeting on Monday evening.   The oath of office was administered to re-elected member Alan Moyer, and to new board members Michael Dickerson, AmyBeth Hodges, Timon Linn, and Tim Seigman. Holdover members from 2019 are Kenneth Hassinger, Carrie Soliday, and

Gettysburg Christmas Festival to Close Major Roads this Weekend

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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

Snowflake Soirée to Kick Off Gettysburg Christmas Festival on Friday

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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

Unwrapping the Gettysburg Christmas Festival [Episode 17]

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The Gettysburg Christmas Festival is this weekend and it is bringing a lot of activity to town. The Festival kicks off Friday evening with the Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. There is a 32-page booklet describing the many festival activities. There are also a static map and an interactive map. Be aware there will be

Bertrando Lands All-Region Status

Emma Bertrando was named All-Region Second Team – Gettysburg College junior Emma Bertrando (West Chester, Pa./Henderson) was named to the Longstreth/NFHCA Division III All-South Region Second Team it was announced on Tuesday, Dec. 3.   A three-time All-Centennial Conference honoree, Bertrando earned her first all-region accolade following a career year on the turf. The junior

Winter Programs at Gettysburg National Military Park include Winter Lectures and Reading Adventures for Families

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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

Three Gettysburg College Soccer Players on All-Region Team

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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

Gettysburg Announces Football Staff Changes

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE  – The Gettysburg College football program and Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation Mike Mattia have announced changes to the coaching staff with Head Coach Kevin Burke parting ways with the program after two seasons at the helm.   In a corresponding move, assistant coach and co-defensive coordinator Mike Hoyt was

Three Bullets Named to All-Region Team

Ezekiel Omosanya (left), Oladayo Thomas (middle), and Raff Mazzone (right) were named to the all-region team. – 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, it was announced Monday.      The postseason honors continue to roll in for the

Gettysburg College Center for Public Service Focuses on Immigration and Food Policies [Episode 16]

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In this episode of the Gettysburg Connection podcast I talk with Gretchen Natter, head of the Center for Public Service at Gettysburg College. The center, which recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, gives students an opportunity to learn from, interact with, and perform service for people around the world. Every year, hundreds of students engage in

Seven College Swim Teams to Compete for Gold at Gettysburg College

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The Gettysburg College men’s and women’s swim teams will be hosting an Olympics-style swim meet at the college on December 6 and 7, 2019. Photo by Pete Vogel Seven colleges will participate in the meet: Susquehanna, Bryn Mawr (women only) Elizabethtown, Salisbury State, Messiah, Dickinson, and Gettysburg. The meet will be held at Bream Gym,

Fire at the Colton Motel in Gettysburg

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There was a multi-alarm fire this evening at the Colton Motel at 232 Steinwehr Ave. Emergency vehicles from Gettysburg, Fairfield, Arendtsville, Cashtown, Biglerville, and other municipalities responded to the blaze. The Gettysburg Fire Department has reported that the fire is out and everyone is safe. All photos courtesy of R.J. Colton.

Weekend Update – November 29, 2019

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  Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Christmas is in full swing, and I’ve added a separate section for holiday activities. The Gettysburg Holiday Ice Rink is open all weekend. After today’s Gettysburg Tree Lighting, Santa will be in his shanty.

Gateau Monique Bakery Becomes Littlestown Tradition

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It was five years ago that Littlestown resident Monique Washirapunya opened her boutique bakery, Gateau Monique, in downtown Littlestown. Since then hundreds of people have enjoyed Washirapunya’s creative desserts, and the bakery has become a fixture in Adams County and the Littlestown community. Washirapunya said her bakery is a small-town business and “a personal thing.

Fifty-One Bullets Named to CC Fall Academic Honor Roll

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE Fifty-one Gettysburg College student-athletes have been named to the 2019 Centennial Conference Fall Academic Honor Roll, it was announced Tuesday.   To be nominated for the Academic Honor Roll, a student-athlete must be a sophomore or higher in class standing and have a cumulative GPA of 3.40 or higher   The following student-athletes

Weekend Update – November 21, 2019

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  Dear Neighbor,   Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County.   It’s a big weekend for civil-war activities, including costume balls, a parade, and an illumination ceremony, all part of Remembrance Day Weekend.   Please check the calendar for a full listing  

Gettysburg Remembrance Day Weekend, 2019

Gettysburg Remembrance Day ceremonies are happening around town this weekend in a yearly memorial on the anniversary of the 1863 Consecration of the National Cemetery at Gettysburg. The weekend commemorates President Abraham Lincoln’s delivery of Gettysburg Address. The original ceremony dedicated 17 acres to bury more than 3,500 fallen Union soldiers. Many events are to

Gettysburg Area School District Thanks Departing Board Members

Gettysburg Area School Superintendent Dr. Jason Perrin thanked the five members of the school board who are leaving the board. The departing members are Alice Broadway who has served since January 2019, Sylvan Hershey who has served since February 2019, Jim Henderson who has served since 2011, Mike Williams, who has served since 2018, and

Gettysburg to Secure Parade Routes for Citizen Safety

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Gettysburg Police Chief Robert Glenny said all Gettysburg parade routes and outdoor events, including Saturday’s Remembrance Day parade, will be “hardened” with extra security to keep citizens safe. The safety measures involve installing concrete “Jersey” barriers at parade route intersections, parking large vehicles to block vehicle access in some places, overwatch (drone) aircraft to keep

Civil War Scholarship Alive and Well at Lincoln Forum

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More than 350 scholars and enthusiasts met November 16-18 at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel for three days of discussions about Lincoln and the Civil War at the 24th annual Lincoln Forum. It was the largest crowd in the forum’s 24-year history. Lincoln biographer Sidney Blumenthal (right) meets his biographical subject (impersonator George Buss) Presenters discussed

Cross Country Meet Dedicated to Shenk

Aubrey Shenk is joined by current and past athletes at his reception party. On Monday, Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation Mike Mattia announced that the new name of the annual home cross country meet will be named the Aubrey Shenk Cross Country Invitational. After serving at Gettysburg College for 35 years, including

Cross Country Meet Dedicated to Shenk

Aubrey Shenk is joined by current and past athletes at his reception party. On Monday, Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation Mike Mattia announced that the new name of the annual home cross country meet will be named the Aubrey Shenk Cross Country Invitational. After serving at Gettysburg College for 35 years, including

Gettysburg Softball to Host Winter Clinic

Softball team cheer before the game.  The Gettysburg College softball team will host a one-day instructional clinic inside Hauser Field House on Sunday, Jan. 26.   The clinic is open to grades 4-12 and will be divided into three sessions, the first for pitching (9:00-10:30 a.m.), the second for catchers (10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.), and the

Gettysburg Hires Three New Staff Members

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Gettysburg Borough has hired three new staff members in their office. Becca Fissel, who has been working in the borough office “for many years,” and was currently the interim parking manager, has been promoted to Borough Parking Manager. Biglerville resident Carly Marshall, who has been working in planning at Adams County, will become the new

Local Artist Wendy Allen Gets Key to Gettysburg

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Wendy Allen, owner of the local art gallery Lincoln Into Art and tireless supporter of Gettysburg Borough, was honored by Gettysburg Mayor Theodore Streeter with a key to the city on Monday night. From left to right, Deb Adamik, Wendy Allen, Mayor Streeter, and Susan Naugle. Borough council president Susan Naugle said Allen’s love of

Weekend Update – November 15, 2019

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    Dear Neighbor,     Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County.   Please check the calendar for a full listing   Calendar of Current Art Exhibitions   Film Friday Harriet 4:00 p.m. Gettysburg Majestic Theater Based on the thrilling and inspirational life

Local Resident Thomas Rooney Receives HACC Alumni Award

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Adams County resident Thomas Rooney has received HACC’s highest alumni distinction – the HACC 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award. This award salutes the achievements of outstanding alumni who exemplify the HACC “spirit” with their personal lives, professional achievements and community service, and who serve as an inspiration to other alumni and current learners. Rooney received his

CBS News Chief Major Garrett Discusses the Trump Presidency

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A standing room only audience gathered to hear CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett at Gettysburg College on Tuesday Evening.   Garrett The presentation, “The Trump Presidency: Partial Productivity Amid Impatient Belligerence,” was hosted by the Gettysburg College Fielding Center for Presidential Leadership Study. Garrett also discussed his new book, “Mr. Trump’s Wild Ride:

Congressional Candidate Eugene DePasquale Speaks to Gettysburg College Democrats

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Pennsylvania State Auditor-General Eugene DePasquale, a Democrat who is running for U.S. Congress in the 10th PA Congressional District, was the special guest at Monday’s meeting of the Gettysburg College Democrats. DePasquale talked about health care, military strength, taxation, and civil rights. “I’m fed up with corrupt government insiders who put wealthy special interests before

CBS Correspondent Major Garret Discusses the Trump Presidency Tonight

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     Gettysburg College’s Fielding Center for Presidential Leadership Study presents “The Trump Presidency: Partial Productivity Amid Impatient Belligerence,” a lecture given by CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett.   Garrett   Major Elliott Garrett is currently Chief Washington Correspondent for CBS News, overseeing all coverage related to the presidency, Congress, and the Supreme Court.

Baseball Hosts 3v3 Hoops Tournament Nov. 17

Bullets baseball hosts a 3-on-3 basketball tournament in Hauser Field House on Nov. 17. The Gettysburg College baseball team will host a 3-on-3 basketball tournament as part of its Take ALS Yard fundraising campaign in support of Project ALS starting at 11 a.m. this Sunday in Hauser Field House.   The basketball tournament will feature

Visitor Center Opens Doors to Adams County Residents Monday

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On four designated Community Appreciation Days each year, Adams County residents enjoy free admission to the Film, Cyclorama & Museum Experience at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center. This fourth appreciation day of the year falls on Veterans Day, when U.S. military veterans and Adams County residents will be admitted free of

Weekend Update – November 8, 2019

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Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Please check the calendar for a full listing Calendar of Current Art Exhibitions FILM Friday Harriet 4:00 p.m. Gettysburg Majestic Theater Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom … Friday

Robin Fitzpatrick Coordinates Economic Growth in Adams County [Episode 15]

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In this episode I talk with Robin Fitzpatrick, President of the Adams Economic Alliance. The Alliance provides personalized advice for local businesses about retention, expansion, and workforce development. The Alliance also works to recruit new businesses to the region and to retain existing businesses. The Alliance works with organizations of all sizes, including agriculture, tourism,

Adams County Giving Spree Donations Reach $1M

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Thousands of Adams County residents gathered at the Gettysburg Middle School on Thursday night to donate over a million dollars to local nonprofits at the 2019 Giving Spree — Adams County’s Annual Day of Giving. The event, sponsored by the Adams County Community Foundation, connected donors to groups and organizations that matched their charitable interests.

Second Annual Gettysburg LincCon Celebrates Comics and Gaming

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The second Annual Gettysburg LincCon – a comic and gaming convention – kicks off November 9 and 10. The 2-day event will feature artists, writers, panel discussions, gaming events, a cosplay contest, and vendors. Special guests include Marvel and Valiant Legend Bob Layton, New Mutants co-creator Bob McLeod, Marvel artists Mike Hawthorne and Khoi Pham,

Fall 2019 Adams County PA Municipal Election Guide

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The Fall 2019 Adams County Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Each of the 49 polling places around the county are open for voting from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.   Voters will be given the opportunity to choose among state-level candidates for judge of superior, commonwealth and common pleas courts.

Weekend Update – November 1, 2019

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    Dear Neighbor,     Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County.   Please check the calendar for a full listing   Calendar of Current Art Exhibitions   Friday Evening: It’s First Friday – Gettysburg Style! FilmFriday Harriet 4:00 p.m. Gettysburg Majestic Theater

Gettysburg Borough and Cumberland Township Renew Police Regionalization Discussions

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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. 

Women’s Lacrosse to Host 5v5 Tournament and Clinic

2019 Womens Lacrosse Centenial Conference Champions Online | Brochure/Individual Form | Coach’s Form GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The Gettysburg College women’s lacrosse program will host the annual Battle of Gettysburg Women’s Lacrosse 5v5 Tournament and Clinic for high school girls on Sunday, February 9, 2020 beginning at 9:30 a.m. and going until 1:30 p.m. at Clark Field

Medication Takeback Sites Open Throughout County on Saturday

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Safely dispose of unused, unwanted or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications (including liquids, creams, and pill packs) at one of these 8 collection sites. Saturday October 26 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. No Needles, sharps, or intravenous solutions. Sponsored by Adams County Questions? Contact Eileen at 717.357.4439 or 717-338-0300 X 103

Gettysburg Halloween Parade Rescheduled for October 23rd

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  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

Weekend Update – October, 18, 2019

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Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Please check the calendar for a full listing Farmers Markets: Adams County Farmers Market at the Transit Center. Saturday morning. Gettysburg Farmers Market on Lincoln Square. Saturday 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Farm Fresh Saturdays

Gettysburg Borough Hires Planners Carly Marshall and Debra English

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     Gettysburg Borough reported today that an “exhaustive search” to replace the Borough’s previous Director of Planning Becky LaBarre is complete. “The Borough was privileged to have many highly skilled candidates apply for the position”, said Borough Manager Charles Gable. “At the end of the search and after two rounds of interviews, it was the

Three Bridges to Be Closed for Repair in Adams County

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PennDOT has reported that three bridges in Adams County will be temporarily closed for repairs in the coming weeks. Bridge 53, 45 Fleshman Mill Rd, New Oxford Starting October 25 Expected duration: 2 weeks Bridge 79, 585 Orchard Lane, Aspers Starting November 11 Expected duration: 4 weeks Bridge 110, 795 Baltimore Rd, York Springs Starting

Weekend Update – October 11, 2019

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Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Please check the calendar for a full listing Farmers Markets: Adams County Farmers Market at the Transit Center. Saturday morning. Gettysburg Farmers Market on Lincoln Square. Saturday 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Farm Fresh Saturdays

Cyberbullying Study Approved for GASD Elementary Schools

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The Gettysburg Area School District (GASD) board of directors approved a research study proposed by Gettysburg College Professor Dr. Christopher Barlett that will investigate the variables that lead 3rd and 4th grade children to begin cyberbullying. Cyberbullying occurs when a child harasses others on the internet, particularly on social media sites. Barlett Barlett said 3rd

Men’s Golf Claims Title in Final Fall Event

The Bullets men’s golf team poses with the team trophy after winning the Gettysburg Invitational. The Gettysburg College men’s golf team concluded the fall portion of its schedule by winning the team championship at its own invitational hosted at the Hanover Country Club Tuesday afternoon.  Course Details Hanover Country Club Abbottstown, Pa. Dates: Oct. 8,

Fireman Lands CC Weekly Honor Again

Hannah Fireman was named the Centennial Conference Women’s Golfer of the Week Senior Hannah Fireman (Ambler, Pa./Hatboro-Horsham) earned Centennial Conference Women’s Golfer of the Week honors for the second time this season.   Fireman concluded the fall campaign by carding an 80 at the Dickinson Fall Invitational to lead the Bullets to a second-place team

Gettysburg Adds Five to Hall of Athletic Honor

The 2019 Hall of Athletic Honor Class with Mike Plantholt, Lauren Frankford, Cynthia Hoenes, Jennifer White, Joe Cordova, and Chris Pryor. – The Gettysburg College Hall of Athletic Honor welcomed five new members into its ranks in a special induction ceremony held inside the College Union Building Ballroom as part of Homecoming Weekend on Oct

Gettysburg Adds Five to Hall of Athletic Honor

The 2019 Hall of Athletic Honor Class with Mike Plantholt, Lauren Frankford, Cynthia Hoenes, Jennifer White, Joe Cordova, and Chris Pryor. – The Gettysburg College Hall of Athletic Honor welcomed five new members into its ranks in a special induction ceremony held inside the College Union Building Ballroom as part of Homecoming Weekend on Oct

Weekend Update – October 4, 2019

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Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Please check the calendar for a full listing Sporting events continue throughout the weekend. It’s the National Apple Harvest Festival. Film: The cast of the PBS mega hit make Downton Abbey make their big screen debut

Coffee and Creativity at Waldo’s and Company [Episode 12]

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Waldo’s and Company is a Gettysburg nonprofit that brings people together to make art and music, to drink fresh-roasted coffee, and to enjoy each other’s company. It’s a bohemian experience, a Gettysburg treasure, and an experience that should not be missed. In this episode I talk with Chris Lauer, Waldo’s founder.  He talks about this

Business Profile: Twin Springs Fruit Farm

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Four friends, looking to the future and already involved in the Adams County fruit-growing tradition, pooled their knowledge, bought some land, and began a new business forty years ago. Today that business has grown from the initial 20-acre purchase with four employees to 300 acres and as many as 45 full-time workers. The Orrtanna business,

The Long, Long, Long, Long Dinner Party Will Disrupt Traffic in Gettysburg on Friday

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This coming weekend is a particularly busy one in Adams County, with at least six major activities in the works. The events include:   The Pennsylvania Municipal League Annual Summit   The Gettysburg College Homecoming   The Gettysburg Area School District Homecoming   First Friday Events   The National Harvest Festival in Biglerville In addition,

Despite Citizen Concerns, Gettysburg Moves Ahead on East Broadway Construction

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Gettysburg Borough Council President Susan Naugle concluded a long and comprehensive borough council meeting on Monday September 23rd by saying “There is a consensus on council that we are not going to be revisiting that design.” The decision was in response to a discussion about last-minute concerns, brought to the meeting by residents, regarding speed

Pennsylvania Municipal League Meets this Weekend in Gettysburg

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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