Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, now in its 16th Season will present Cole Porter’s musical comedy Anything Goes 7pm Fridays and Saturdays and 2pm Sundays September 6-22, 2024 with direction and choreography by Bruce Moore. Ordering tickets
Applications are now being accepted for the Braband Organ Scholarship. St James Lutheran Church in Gettysburg started the scholarship in 2021 to encourage pianists to become church organists. The scholarship provides 25 free organ lessons and is open to all applicants regardless of age or church affiliation. More information and application may be found online
Gettysburg Borough Manager Charles Gable wants to stress that all North Washington Street businesses will be accessible during a four-month construction project. The borough will replace water and sewer lines, add crosswalks, and extend sidewalks between Railroad Street and Racehorse Alley. The $1.07 million project will begin after Labor Day and be finished by Christmas.
Roughly 840 home cooked family-style meals were served yesterday at the picturesque picnic grove adjacent to St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in Orrtanna. Patrons look forward to the annual picnic which is always held on the forth Saturday in August from noon until dusk. They come from near and far to attend. There were visitors
Join us for the 5th Annual “Pick Up Gettysburg!” event on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 2 to 4 PM at the Gettysburg Recreational Park (GARA), near the basketball courts. This community cleanup effort honors the legacy of Rodney Edmond, who, along with his daughter Miraya, dedicated many hours to beautifying our town. Rodney Edmond,
Gettysburg College is offering two upcoming opportunities to visit our campus for events focused on open dialogue and productive conversations across difference. These events are open to the public. Raj Vinnakota “Living in Our Community: Conversations for Change” Aug, 26, 7pm, CUB Ballroom As President of the Institute For Citizens And Scholars, Raj Vinnakota empowers college students
This year, there was no community celebration of Juneteenth in Gettysburg, which was a crying shame. To prevent that from happening again, there will be an organizing meeting for next year’s Juneteenth on September 17 at the Gettysburg YWCA at 10 a.m. As everybody should know, Juneteenth is the national holiday on June 19 when
The Gettysburg Planning Commission dug into details of the borough’s zoning districts and land use regulations in their August 19, 2024, meeting where they continued the project of drafting a new zoning ordinance. The commission worked through specifics of three of the 13 zoning districts included in a draft created by a committee over a
A donor planned to leave a seven-figure donation to the Upper Adams School District in their will, until the school board chose to partner with a controversial law firm. At Tuesday’s board meeting, Superintendent Wesley Doll said the donor, who wishes to remain anonymous, recently contacted him after the board voted 6-3 to engage with
Two separate incidents of vandalism were reported to park officials at Gettysburg National Military Park on August 15 and August 19. Park staff reported multiple boulders on Little Round Top had graffiti scribed into the large stones on August 15. Battlefield visitors reported that the historic War Department Observation Tower on Oak Ridge was spray
The Gettysburg Area School Board decided Monday that district taxpayers will receive free parking in town and fall coaches will be paid for their services. Earlier this month, the board failed to approve supplemental contracts for 31 fall coaches. Although the vote was 4-3, it failed because board rules state that the majority of directors—not
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA), an independent government organization that operates recreation programs and maintains services in the Gettysburg rec park, seeks a new Executive Director to guide its operations into a new era of growth and sustainability. GARA has long provided residents and visitors with expansive recreational opportunities and a serene natural escape in the
by Bob McIlhenny At Historic Gettysburg Adams County, “We Brake for Barns!” as our popular bumper sticker declares. Come join us in a day of barn appreciation when HGAC’s third Historic Barns Tour of Gettysburg and Adams County commences on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Travel back in time and enjoy
by Kim Lyons, Pennsylvania Capital-StarAugust 17, 2024 The Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services announced this week it had completed negotiations with drug companies to reduce prices on 10 widely used prescription drugs, and. Pennsylvanians are lauding the news. (Getty Images) “This is a big deal, and it is generating lower costs all across the
Members of the UASD Board, We are parents of two Canners and care deeply for the future of our amazing public school as we are also products of it. We value education and recognize it is a shared responsibility of society, so we must work together for the greater good. We are saddened to hear
Editors’ note: The following statement was made this week by Upper Adams School Board Superintendent Wesley Doll: “The recent decision by the school board to partner with the Independence Law Center (ILC) had an impact that I had not anticipated. After the decision by the school board to engage ILC I was contacted by a
The Bermudian Springs school board made its final updates to the district’s health and safety plan aand discussed possible funding amounts for the Adams County Technical Institute during meetings on Monday and Tuesday evening. The bulk of the discussion occurred during the caucus meeting on Monday evening, while all votes happened during the regular meeting
The Conewago Valley school board debated rising site development cost estimates for a proposed elementary school renovation project during a meeting on Monday. The board held a back-to-back study session and regular voting meeting. Much of the board’s discussion centered around an earlier presentation by representatives with Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates, the architectural design firm
The Adams County Democratic Committee will welcome PA State Rep. David Madsen as a guest speaker on Saturday evening, August 17th, at 6:30 PM at our Headquarters, 24 Chambersburg Street in Gettysburg. Rep. Madsen is a member of the PA Legislative Black Caucus and the Blue-Green Caucus. He is vice chair of the Housing &
“Scavengers Reign” was co-created by Charles Huettner, who grew up in the Biglerville area. by Colin Deppen of Spotlight PA A still from episode one of “Scavengers Reign.” Colin Deppen of Spotlight PA This story first appeared in PA Local, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA taking a fresh, positive look at the incredible people,
Fairfield Area School District leaders are transforming the way students learn in a digital world. During their August meeting, Aaron Taylor, assistant to the superintendent, told the board that the administration is implementing several changes this school year to help students learn. With snow days being a thing of the past, the district is making
By MEG KINNARD Associated Press COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance have agreed to debate each other on Oct. 1, setting up a matchup of potential vice presidents as early voting in some states gets underway for the general election. CBS News on Wednesday posted on its X
Gettysburg Borough leaders are preparing for an expensive, inconvenient, but necessary construction project on North Washington Street. The borough will replace water and sewer lines, add crosswalks, and extend sidewalks between Railroad Street and Racehorse Alley. The work is expected to begin after Labor Day and be finished by Christmas. The borough hired York Excavating
Farhad Tabatabaei, University of Delaware Eco-friendly hotels increasingly are asking guests to forgo daily housekeeping or use their towels more than once. At the same time, hospitality researchers have long assumed that guests find these efforts to promote sustainability inconvenient and undesirable. My research, however, suggests that this is not – or is no longer
Residents of Gettysburg and surrounding areas have a new destination to satisfy their sweet cravings, as La Michoacan Paleteria opens its doors in the West St. Plaza on the corner of West St. and Springs Ave. This Mexican ice cream and popsicle parlor, inspired by traditional flavors and techniques from Michoacán, Mexico, offers a uniqe
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) is accepting submissions from local artists for a community art exhibit being mounted as part of The People Project 2024: At Home in Adams County. This showcase of visual art is a new addition to the popular storytelling and performance event, which will be presented for the sixth time
This weekend, Biglerville was abuzz with excitement as Hollabaugh’s Brothers Inc. 34th Annual Peach Festival drew an unprecedented number of visitors. The event saw crowds flock to enjoy the sunny weather and festive activities. “The weather cleared up beautifully and people really took the opportunity to come out and enjoy the day,” said Kay Hollabaugh,
Pap smear? Check. Dentist appointment? Check. Bronze medal? Check. Originally published by The 19th Ariana Ramsey, a member of the history-making U.S. women’s rugby team, is going viral on TikTok, not for her skills on the pitch, but her newfound obsession with free health care in the Olympic Village. For nearly a week, Ramsey has
First came the debate over library book policy at Upper Adams School District, then came an argument over the steps taken to revise policy. Upper Adams School Board members on Tuesday discussed the board procedure/policy development guidelines provided by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association, or PSBA. At the center of the debate was who should
Minnesota governor Tim Walz would bring state executive office expertise, the ability to understand the working class, teaching experience, congressional exposure, and military familiarity to the White House. To me, Walz is clearly a superior option to anyone on the Trump-Vance ticket and is the result of a much-needed change in the Democratic Party presidential
Charging the public to park in downtown lots is proving to be financially beneficial for the Gettysburg Area School District. During Monday’s meeting, business Manager Belinda Wallen reported that the district earned $2,500 for the first month it charged people to park in Lincoln Elementary and Gettysburg Area Middle school lots. The district only expects
The tragic “Julius Caesar” — which opened Friday night at the Gettysburg Community Theatre — is believed to be the first play that Will Shakespeare wrote for Lord Chamberlain’s Men to perform at the original Globe Theatre in 1599 Shoreditch London. Based on Roman history, the political thriller has been performed for centuries onstage and
When students head back to Gettysburg College for the beginning of the fall semester, sophomore Brandon Fey will continue to work on a project he initiated last year to enhance agriculture and the environment in Adams County. The two-phase composting project has the dual goal of enriching the soil, decreasing dangerous landfill waste gases, and
Tam Nguyen, University of Dayton CAPTCHAs are those now ubiquitous challenges you encounter to prove that you’re a human and not a bot when you go to log in to many websites. It’s not easy for computers to tell humans from other computers posing as humans. Andrii Shelenkov/Stock via Getty Images Websites and mobile apps
Pennsylvania Uniters is a politically diverse group of community members in south-central Pennsylvania who have been working across differences for the last 16 months to prevent targeted violence in our region. We condemn in the strongest possible terms the assassination attempt on former President Trump that took place in our state on July 13. Violence has no
Tom Walter opened his collection of historic tractors, located at 130 Bender’s Church Rd.) last weekend.
Originally published by The 19th When she speaks about the economy, Kamala Harris often talks about the mothers in her life. Her own mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was a single parent who worked as a breast cancer researcher. She’d pack lunches before Harris and her sister, Maya, woke up in the morning and pay the bills
ACNB Corporation (NASDAQ: ACNB) (“ACNB”) or the “Corporation”), the financial holding company for ACNB Bank and ACNB Insurance Services, Inc., and Traditions Bancorp, Inc. (OTCPink: TRBK) (“Traditions”), holding company for Traditions Bank, York, Pennsylvania, announced Wednesday the execution of a definitive merger agreement whereby ACNB will acquire Traditions and Traditions Bank in an all-stock transaction.
Officials from Gettysburg’s sister city, Sekigahara (seck-ee-GUH-hahr-uh), Japan, spent time this week visiting with officials from the National Park Service, Gettyburg Borough, and economic development and tourism agencies in a cultural exchange of ideas and programs. The team is working toward a World Battlefield Summit planned for late 2025 that will include three of the
The Upper Adams School Board on Tuesday voted 6-3 to sign a contract with a controversial law firm after members of the community once again pleaded with the board to reject it. Parents, educators, alumni, students and former board members over the past few months attended board meetings and spoke out against the Independence Law
The Conewago Valley school board discussed school improvement and corrective action plans for New Oxford High School during a back-to-back study session and regular meeting on Monday evening. The board also went into three executive sessions. School improvement, corrective action plans Dr. Brad Sterner, assistant superintendent of the district, said New Oxford High School recently
Hello- I am Shelley Knouse, a resident, taxpayer, and business owner in the Gettysburg Borough. I am here today as a spokesperson for local citizens wanting to be engaged in decisions about the future of Gettysburg. The Borough Manager, Council President, and six other selected individuals have worked for over a year, with a consultant,
The YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County’s legacy of community support and advocacy began 95 years ago. The work started with two sisters, Annie and Irene Danner, but hundreds of women have worked tirelessly throughout the decades to continue this work. To mark 95 years of service, the YWCA board of directors invites everyone
The Gettysburg Planning Commission continued the task of reviewing a new draft zoning ordinance for the borough of Gettysburg at their meeting yesterday. The commission heard two presentations from residents who wished to make specific recommendations for revisions. Before the comments, Commission Chair Charles Strauss said the commission would be looking at many sources of
Buses once again have designated parking spots in Gettysburg Borough. At their monthly meeting on Monday, the borough council authorized management to create bus-only parking spots where they deem them to be suitable. The spots are another iteration of a pilot program that was deemed to be a failure in 2023. Judie Butterfield, Chad-Alan Carr,
Leon Reed’s recent op-ed paints a dire picture of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Chevron deference, claiming it will plunge the regulatory process into chaos and leave critical decisions in the hands of inexperienced judges. However, this hyperbolic view overlooks several key points and misconstrues the essence of the ruling. The Chevron deference allowed
Dae Hee Kwak, University of Michigan On June 5, 2024, the Boston Red Sox placed relief pitcher Chris Martin on the 15-day injured list. It wasn’t for a sore shoulder, a tight elbow, or a tweaked groin. Teammates check on Boston Red Sox pitcher Chris Martin after he fell to the ground fielding a ball
The so-called “debate” between Biden and Trump had the smallest viewing audience for a presidential debate since 2004. Still, it gave Trump an opportunity to recount many of his favorite illusions. For example, Trump continues to believe China pays the tariffs he imposed on Chinese exports to the United States. That is not how tariffs
Gettysburg has been named the friendliest city in America according to Booking.com and that generosity of spirit transfers to dollars and cents that benefits Adams County residents. “That really speaks to the experiences that Gettysburg provides,” Karl Pietrzak, President of Destination Gettysburg told local leaders at last week’s Adams County Council of Governments (ACCOG) meeting.
Shortly after the debate Thursday night, I wondered whether Biden was ill that night. This was confirmed, he did have a bad cold and hoarseness. But later I saw a clip of Biden at a rally in North Carolina the very next day, where he was vibrant and completely lucid and articulate, with a large
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. In the first presidential election year since an insurrection nearly derailed U.S. democracy and the Supreme Court
The Hamilton Township Zoning Hearing Board met June 25 and 26, 2024 to hear nearly 8 hours of testimony regarding a proposed warehouse and commercial development near the Cross Keys intersection. No final decision on the application was made Wednesday night, and the board will convene again on August 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the
The catastrophe represented by the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on the Chevron case puts it among the all-time worst decisions of the Roberts Court – and that’s saying a lot. And in the wall-to-wall coverage, I haven’t seen any reporter who’s addressed the real issue. We’re really paying for the non-specialist, inexperienced, election “horse-race” journalists
The Littlestown Borough Council approved five expenditures for the park renovation project at Tuesday’s meeting to facilitate a mid-July start date. The Littlestown Park will feature updated playground equipment for two age-specific play areas, a new octagonal pavilion, pickleball, basketball, and tennis courts, a 1.5-mile trail with exercise stations, and updated restroom facilities. Borough Manager
All signs indicate that Gettysburg Borough Council will talk about signs for a while. Whether it is the sign ordinance or signs telling people where to park and for how long, the municipality’s leaders remain focused on the topic. Sign Ordinance Planning Director John Whitmore told the council during its workshop on Monday that he
GARA Executive Director Search At the June 25th Cumberland Township Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Warren Shepherd announced that GARA Executive Director, Erin Peddigree, has resigned as of July 12th. An active search for a replacement has begun already. Ms. Peddigree was instrumental in bringing the Adams County Farmers Market to its new location at
by Lia Chien, Pennsylvania Capital-StarJune 26, 2024 WASHINGTON – Despite policies the Biden administration has championed to target climate change, recent findings show carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is at an all-time high, raising the stakes for November’s presidential election among advocates for aggressive climate action. Emissions spew from a stack at the coal-fired Brandon
The Board of Directors of Seminary Ridge Historic Preservation Foundation (SRHPF) announced today that John Spangler and Buff Carlson will serve as Interim Co-Presidents of SRHPF and Co-Executive Directors of Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (SRMEC), effective upon the resignation of current President and Executive Director Peter Miele on June 30, 2024. A Search
A loaf of sourdough bread, raspberries and blueberries, multi-colored carrots, cinnamon rolls, cherry pie, and an aptly titled book, “Confessions of a Farmers Market Romeo.” Those were my purchases at the Adams County Farmers Market on a recent, desperately hot, Saturday morning at the Gettysburg rec park. The difference in rhubarb grown in Alaska versus
The Littlestown Area School District approved the appointment of two internal candidates for the position of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent at the June 17 Board meeting. Dr. Timothy Mitzel will assume the head position and Dr. Judith Berryman will assist him. “I am extremely excited to have both of these individuals here,” Dr. Don Bell,
Gettysburg National Military Park today celebrated the reopening of Little Round Top with a ceremonial ribbon cutting on Monday. The Little Round Top area of the Gettysburg battlefield, which saw extensive fighting on the afternoon of July 2, 1863, had been closed to the public for almost two years for extensive rehabilitation efforts to improve
By Imari Scarbrough The Bermudian Springs voted on its final 2024-25 budget, which includes a 3.6% tax increase, during Dr. Shane Hotchkiss’ last meeting as superintendent before his retirement. Budget The board was left with four options to choose from for the final budget as of the caucus meeting on Monday evening. Previously, the board
Despite what appeared to be overwhelming public opposition, the Upper Adams School Board voted 6-3 to engage with the Independence Law Center on Tuesday. The Independence Law Center, or ILC, has faced backlash for its policies related to transgender issues and book restrictions in schools. Several Pennsylvania school districts have engaged with the Harrisburg-based law
Fairfield Area School District administrators want to help students develop resiliency and improve their mental health. Aaron Taylor, assistant to the superintendent for curriculum, special education, and student services, told the board of education in June that the district would begin looking out for struggling students and better prepare them to reach out for help
We all need boundaries if we are to flourish. The Cambridge English Dictionary says a boundary is a real or imagined line that marks the edge or limit of something. It’s where one thing ends and another begins, such as the limit of what someone considers acceptable behavior. We not only need boundaries to be
Juneteenth has never been a celebration of victory or an acceptance of the way things are. It’s a celebration of progress.It’s an affirmation that despite the most painful parts of our history, change is possible—and there is still so much work to do. —Barack Obama – Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in
The days of parking for free on Gettysburg Area School District grounds in Gettysburg Borough and walking around town may end. At their meeting on Monday, the board voted unanimously to enter into an agreement with Parking Management Company to manage parking at Lincoln Elementary and Gettysburg Area Middle schools. “We are not aiming to
The Littlestown Borough voted to award contracts at its June 11 meeting for the Littlestown Community Park renovation scheduled to begin construction in mid-July with a finish date in October. The Borough awarded the contract for the park renovation project to Conewago Enterprises Inc. of Hanover, the low bidder at $1,235,000, and the electrical work
Julie Maslowsky, University of Michigan Adolescence and young adulthood is a time of identity formation, when young people figure out who they are and who they want to be. One of the ways they do this is by considering the world around them, paying attention to social issues and starting to understand their society and
I met Mary-Alice later in her life. Her health had already begun to decline. Her sister Miss Jane had often said to me that she wished I had known Mary-Alice when she was younger. Miss Jane’s admiration and respect for her sister’s storied life became clear to me. Miss Jane also often mentions Mary-Alice’s warrior
The second annual Adams County Farmers Market Fairy Festival was held at the Gettysburg Rec Park yesterday morning under bright skies and beautiful weather. The event featured over 25 vendors with magic-themed products, family-friendly entertainment, face painting, a wand-making craft for children, live music, and much more. Market Manager Reza Djalal said he was thrilled
WE Women Empowered, in collaboration with Gettysburg Picnics, is thrilled to announce Gettysburg’s 1st Annual Mrs. Roper Romp, a fun-filled celebration inspired by the beloved character from “Three’s Company.” The event is set for Thursday, June 20 from 6-9 p.m. at Lincoln Social Food Market. A “Mrs. Roper Romp” is a spinoff of “The
by Ian Brodie, Cape Breton University, and Moira Marsh, Indiana University Sometimes lameness – not laughter – is the point. “Dad, I’m hungry.” “Hi, hungry. I’m Dad.” If you haven’t been asleep for the past 20 years, you’ll probably recognize this exchange as a dad joke. The term dad joke is credited to a 1987
American Legion Post 262 held its annual Flag Day flag retirement ceremony yesterday. Flags, patriotic pinwheels, and bookmarks were handed out to the attendees. State Representative Torren Ecker attended the ceremony with his family. Legion Post Commander Rick Pelc spoke about the Flag Day holiday. The Apple Core Band played the Star Spangled Banner and
Thousands of children, parents, and other visitors packed the Gettysburg rec park for the 7th annual Adams County Library Funfest this afternoon. It was a warm and humid, but not blistering hot, day, and although clouds moved in, the rain held off. The event aims to promote community engagement, raise awareness about local organizations, and
The Conewago Valley school board focused on boosting security this month. On Monday, the board approved hiring a new full-time security guard who will begin on July 22. They also heard a plan on June 3 from Matt Muller, the district’s director of safety and communications, to replace signs across the campus. The vote to
The Board of Directors of Seminary Ridge Historic Preservation Foundation (SRHPF) has announced the resignation of President Peter Miele, effective June 30, 2024. After being hired in 2013 as a Visitor Services Assistant, Miele successively directed the Education and Operations departments, and served the last four years as Executive Director of Seminary Ridge Museum and
The Land Conservancy of Adams County (LCAC) has announced a conservation easement donated by Hugh and Nell Matthews on 37.7 acres of their property in Freedom Township southwest of Gettysburg. According to LCAC, a conservation easement is a voluntary land protection agreement between a private landowner and a land trust such as the Land Conservancy.
Originally published by The 19th Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday announced a new effort to ban medical debt from credit reports, something that would ease a burden that falls most heavily on women and Black people. “Medical debt makes it more difficult for millions of Americans to be approved for a car loan, a
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Sister Mary Jo Stein to Speak on Care for Our Common Home The twelfth annual William K. Collinge Lecture will take place on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at St. Francis Xavier School, 465 Table Rock Road, Gettysburg. The lecture, titled “Being Good Relatives in the Community of God’s Good Earth,” is sponsored by the Interfaith
Adams County marketing and printing firm Graphcom recently completed an $3.9 million development project, consolidating many of the company’s printing and warehousing operations while rehabilitating the former 10-acre Signature Stair Company’s Orrtanna manufacturing facility, aided by a low-interest $1.7 million state loan facilitated by Adams Economic Alliance. The loan’s interest rate, fixed at 3.75% over 15 years,
People of all ages are invited to attend the Adams County Library’s 7th annual FunFest at the Gettysburg Rec Park on June 14th from 3-7 pm. Over 60 local organizations will provide free hands-on activities, games, and giveaways for children at each vendor booth while providing information for adults. There will be entertainment, food trucks,
The Gettysburg Hotel, a cornerstone of the Gettysburg community since 1797, celebrated a grand unveiling today after a comprehensive two-year renovation. While continuing to serve guests, the hotel meticulously preserved its rich history and proudly reclaimed its original identity – Hotel Gettysburg. Hotel Gettysburg boasts a remarkable legacy, dating back more than 225 years to
The Center for Youth and Community Development (CFYCD), an Adams County non-profit, has been awarded five grants from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), totaling over one million dollars a year for the next five years. The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grants are competitive grants that provide federal funding
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) hosted the 2024 Juried Art Exhibtiion Awards Ceremony on Saturday evening at Schmucker Gallery on the Gettysburg College Campus. The 20th anniversary of the event was also celebrated with a Toast the Artists Celebration. Wendy Halperin, Executive Director at Waldo’s & Co., received the Nanette Hatzes Grant for hre
The Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM) is excited to be hosting its second annual Fairy Festival event at the Gettysburg Rec Park on Saturday, June 15 from 8am-1pm. This event will take place concurrently with the regularly scheduled farmers market, and will feature over 25 new vendors with magic-themed products, family-friendly entertainment, face painting, a
As the 2024 school year ends, more than 372 years of experience leaves Gettysburg Area School District. During Monday’s meeting, the district’s board of directors recognized 13 retiring employees. Dr. Jason Perrin, superintendent, expressed appreciation to the staff members for supporting the district’s students. “A lot of institutional knowledge walks out the door with them,
by Jennifer Shutt, Pennsylvania Capital-StarJune 7, 2024 WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden, speaking from the site of the D-Day invasion in Normandy, France, said Friday that those who support democracy must remember what World War II soldiers sacrificed and to live up to those ideals. U.S. WWII veteran PFC John M. Wardell, of New Jersey,
The preliminary plan for Granite Lake, a subdivison of single family homes and townhouses behind the Giant Food Store in Gettysburg, was granted conditional approval by the Straban Township Board of Supervisors on Monday. The layout of the planned neighborhood is centered around an existing body of water and will be located behind the Gettysburg
In dim light, I pass by the new fiction shelves daily. The books on display, each cracked open to forty-five degrees, stand on their own. I used to stop here to browse on my way to work, my finance job at the library system. All lights were out except the nighttime emergency light; opening time
William McCorkle, College of Charleston As debate over U.S. immigration policy heats up during the 2024 presidential campaign, separating fact from fiction on the U.S.-Mexico border becomes increasingly difficult. Asylum-seekers at the Rio Grande near the U.S.-Mexico border in Matamoros, Mexico, on May 11, 2023. Alfredo Estrella/AFP via Getty Images In May 2023, shortly after
by Elaine Povich June 1, 2024 (Getty Images) With college costs rising and some students and families questioning the return on investment of a four-year degree, a few pioneering state universities are exploring programs that would grant certain bachelor’s degrees in three years. The programs, which also are being tried at some private schools, would
The day before Biglerville High School seniors became alumni, the Class of 2024 returned to the place where their journey began. Donning their caps and gowns, the soon-to-be graduates paraded through the halls of Biglerville Elementary School the day before graduation. Young students applauded and cheered as they passed by. The next day, Michael Cogliano
May is Older Americans Month, and the Adams County Office of Aging celebrated it with its Annual Spring Fling on Wednesday morning. Over 50 exhibitors attended the event, held at Gettysburg College’s Hauser Fieldhouse. This year’s theme was “Powered by Connection.” Participants included local health, wellness and education agencies including Aero Energy, Compassion Transport Services,
Gettysburg Borough Council continues to spin its wheels over reserved parking spaces, and the tension is mounting. “I will just go ahead and put it on every workshop meeting from here until the end of time,” Council President Matthew Moon said at the end of Tuesday’s council workshop. In March, the council approved a three-month
Two Biglerville High School teachers who share decades of memories invite the public to experience their art-filled world. Hannah Meeson and Heather Sefcheck refer to themselves as the Double-h 8-bonds since their first names begin with the letter H and their birthdays fall on the 8th of the month, Meeson’s in April and Sefcheck’s in
