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Adams County Economic Alliance – Vision 2025

An event focused on the local, regional and state economic strategies for 2025 Home

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Adams County Celebrates 225 Years

Gettysburg, PA – During the January 22nd 2025 Adams County Board of Commissioners’ meeting County Commissioners Randy Phiel, Jim Martin, and Marty Qually welcomed County Historian Tim Smith and President & CEO Andrew Dalton of the Adams County Historical Society for a brief history of Adams County’s origins which was formed on this day January 22nd 1800. Tim and Andrew …

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Bench Talk – 24hours to raise awareness about the true face of homelessness

The Adams Rescue Mission is holding a 24 Hour event, beginning on January 17th & 18th. Executive Director Will Hudson will be sitting on a bench in the square of Gettysburg for 24 hours to raise awareness about the true face of homelessness. Join Will during the 24 hours as he talks with various people from our community about the …

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The Chamber Welcomes Seven Board Members

Gettysburg, PA – The Chamber held its Board of Directors elections, and seven Board members were announced at the Annual Meeting on November 14 at the Refectory at the United Lutheran Seminary. Elected by Chamber members to serve three-year terms beginning January 1, Board members are: • Isaac Bucher, owner of Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium • Michael …

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Griffith Plumbing Services Expands to Dillsburg Providing Services to the Greater Carlisle Area

Dillsburg, PA: Griffith Plumbing Services (GPS) is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest location in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania. This expansion is a testament to GPS’s commitment to delivering exceptional plumbing and HVAC services to more communities, including Dillsburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, and the greater Carlisle area. The new office allows GPS to better serve its growing customer base with …

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Stoney Point Premium Snacks Featured on World’s Greatest

Littlestown, PA,  –  Stoney Point Premium Snacks is proud to announce they have been featured in episode 380 of the hit television series World’s Greatest! The episode offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the jerky-making process that goes into creating premium beef jerky products. This television feature allows viewers to witness firsthand the dedication, craftsmanship, and passion that Stoney Point …

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The Big Reveal 2024

Area nonprofits, of the 115 that participated in the 2024 Adams County Community Foundation’s Annual Giving Spree, gather at the R/C Theater in Gettysburg, on December 13th for the ‘Big Revel’. Until this event the nonprofits organizations are not aware of the amount they raised during the prior month’s countywide fundraiser. During the 24 hour Giving Spree held this past …

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Civilian Conservation Corps Pavilion at Mont Alto State Park Restored

Camp Hill, PA – The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) is pleased to announce the completion of significant improvements at Mont Alto State Park, made possible by a Franklin County IMPACT! Grant. These enhancements include a new playground and restoration of a historic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) era picnic pavilion. The new playground at Mont Alto State Park, which was …

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New Hope Ministries Provides Turkeys and Food for Thanksgiving Meals to Thousands of Low-Income Families in South Central Pa

EVENT: Thanksgiving Food Distributions WHEN: Thursday, November 21; Friday, November 22; and Saturday, November 23, 2024 (see exact days and times next to locations below) WHERE: Dillsburg Center, 99 W. Church Street, Dillsburg (SAT: 9:00am to 1:00pm) Dover Center, 62 N. Main Street, Dover (FRI: 10:00am to 3:00pm) Enola Center, 110 Altoona Avenue, Enola (FRI: 9:00am to 2:00pm) Hanover Center, …

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Hanover Country Club’s Head Golf Professional, Named “PGA Golf Professional of the Year”

Abbottstown, Pennsylvania – The Central Counties Chapter (CCC) of the Philadelphia Professional Golf Association (PGA) of America, has awarded Hanover Country Club’s, Golf Profession, Parks Price the “PGA Golf Professional of the Year”, the highest honor within the Central Counties Chapter of the Philadelphia PGA. During a recent CCC meeting, Price was selected by a group of his peers for …

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Giving Spree Donor Information Session – 10/30/2024

These sessions offer the community an opportunity to learn about and connect with the participating nonprofits in the 2024 Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree. Adams County Community Foundation Adams County Library System Today’s Non-profits: – Adams County Christian Academy – Adams County Head Start – Adams County Literacy Council – Collaborating For Youth – Gettysburg Area Education Foundation – …

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region acquires York/Adams affiliate, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA

Harrisburg, PA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its service area, broadening its reach from 5 to 7 counties through the acquisition of the BBBS York & Adams Counties affiliate. To align with their new service region, BBBSCR is changing its name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of …

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Giving Spree Donor Information Session 10/24/2024

Giving Spree Donor Information Session 10/24/2024 These sessions offer the community an opportunity to learn about and connect with the participating nonprofits in the 2024 Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree. Adams County Community Foundation Adams County Library System Today’s Non-profits: – Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center – Adams County Habitat for Humanity – Adams Rescue Mission – Children’s Aid …

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Giving Spree Donor Information Session – 10/23/2024

Giving Spree Donor Information Session 10/23/2024 These sessions offer the community an opportunity to learn about and connect with the participating nonprofits in the 2024 Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree. Today’s Non-profits: – Adams County Arts Council – Apple Core Band – Gettysburg Brass Band Festival – Gettysburg Civic Chorus – Gettysburg Community Theatre – Gettysburg Film Commission – …

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Miss Hanover 2024

The Miss Hanover Area Pageant is a much anticipated and respected tradition that highlights the talents and skills of young women in the Hanover community and offers them an opportunity to win scholarships and awards to finance their post high school education. https://www.hanoverareajaycees.com/miss-hanover-pageant.html

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Giving Spree Donor Information Session – 10/17/2024

Giving Spree Donor Information Session 10/17/2024 These sessions offer the community an opportunity to learn about and connect with the participating nonprofits in the 2024 Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree. Today’s Non-profits: Alpha Fire Company #1 Forever Love Rescue Hoffman Homes for Youth Littlestown Area Historical Society Littlestown Thunderbolt Foundation New Hope Ministries Ruth’s Harvest – Littlestown

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Giving Spree Donor Information Session – 10/2/2024

These sessions offer the community an opportunity to learn about and connect with the participating nonprofits in the 2024 Adams County Community Foundation’s Giving Spree. Today’s nonprofits Adams Regional EMS Adams Rescue Mission Family First Health Gettysburg C.A.R.E.S. Gettysburg Community Soup Kitchen Gettysburg Hospital Foundation Safe Home Adams County – YWCA Hanover Special Olympics PA- Team Adams United Way of …

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South Central Community Action Programs to Host “The Faces of SCCAP” Fundraising Dinner on September 26, 2024

Chambersburg, PA – South Central Community Action Programs (SCCAP) is proud to announce “The Faces of SCCAP” Fundraising Dinner, set to take place on September 26, 2024. This special event will be held at King Street Church in Chambersburg, PA, and will be an evening dedicated to celebrating the diverse stories and experiences of those who have been impacted by …

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Snack Town Fall Fest and Rocky 98.5’s Battle of The Bands Happening Saturday, September 14, 2024

Presented by Campbell’s Snacks, Iron Lion, and Utz Brands, in Partnership with Rocky 98.5 The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to unveil an exciting addition to its event lineup this September: Snack Town Fall Fest, proudly presented by Campbell’s Snacks, Iron Lion, and Utz. In conjunction with this highly anticipated event, the Chamber is delighted to announce its …

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Homesteading Event 2024

Gettysburg – The Adams County Farmers Market and Gettysburg Green Gathering have once again partnered to host their Homesteading & Green Living Expo on July 13, 2024, at the Gettysburg Rec Park. Gettysburg Green Gathering (GGG), in partnership with Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM) and the Gettysburg Rec Park, will be hosting their Homesteading & Green Living Expo on Saturday, …

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Hanover to Host 4th Annual Snack Town Street Fair in Partnership with Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce and Utz Brands

Shoppers at the snack town street fair

-Hanover, PA – July 13, 2024- – The 4th Annual Snack Town Street Fair, proudly presented in partnership with the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce and Utz Brands, is set to take place on July 13, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event is expected to attract approximately 12,000 visitors to downtown Hanover, showcasing an impressive array of …

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Littlestown Memorial Day Parade 2024

Sponsored by Ocker Snyder Post 321- American Legion May 30th 2024

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Friends of Michaux State Forest Wins 2024 Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation Award

(Camp Hill, PA) – The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) held its 15 th Annual Awards Banquet and celebrated 13 award recipients for their outstanding stewardship of Pennsylvania’s state park and state forest system. The event was held at Little Buffalo State Park in Newport, PA on May 14, 2024. The winner of the 2024 Improvement Award (Group), sponsored …

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Adams Rescue Mission’s Restore Hope 2024

The Adams Rescue Mission presents the Restore Hope Awards to Volunteers, Churches, and Donors whose impact will continue for generations to come. The Adams Rescue Mission exists to proclaim the passion of Jesus toward the hungry, homeless, abused, and addicted; to accelerate recovery and restoration to the least, last, lonely, and lost. Lex McMillian, ARM Board Member, emcee Juliet Sharrow, …

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Megan Shreve, CEO of SCCAP Named as 1 of 5 Finalist for the Rise Health Care Hero Award

Megan Shreve Nominated for Health Care Hero Award RISE is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2024 RISE Health Care Hero Award. Among the distinguished nominees, Megan Shreve, CEO of South Central Community Action Programs (SCCAP), has been selected as one of the five finalists for this prestigious honor. The Health Care Hero Award is presented annually at The …

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Gettysburg Loves Love: A Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony

Love is in the Square! There’s no better time or place to celebrate an enduring love story than Gettysburg, recently named the most romantic town in Pennsylvania. Get swept away by the romance of Gettysburg Loves Love, a first-ever wedding vow renewal ceremony in the heart of downtown Gettysburg, all to prove that Love Is In The Square. Couples are …

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Shining Stars – Capital Campaign Kick-off Event

Unbridled Future – Join the Calvary. Pam Hoffman, Shining Stars Board President, talks about their new Capital Campaign, and what their plans are for the future of Shining Stars’ new facilities. Shining Stars provides therapeutic horsemanship programs to children, adults, and families with special needs in order to improve physical, mental, emotional, and social areas of their lives. Home

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2023 Adams County Community Foundation Annual Giving Spree – Live from Gettysburg Middle School

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2,600 turkeys needed for families in need!

DILLSBURG, PA – New Hope Ministries, a social service agency which feeds the hungry and helps people achieve stability in their lives, is asking for help from the community to provide low-income families with turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner this year. At the time of this news release, 2,600 turkeys are still needed. Community organizations (such as churches, businesses, and civic …

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Gettysburg Address

2023 Honoring the 160th Battle of Gettysburg Anniversary and celebrating our nation’s birthday here is the Gettysburg Address recited by our Gettysburg community…

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