Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Football – William Penn @ New Oxdord – 09/18/2026
Special thanks to our sports sponsors:
Kennie’s Marketplace
Dave Sites Realty
Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262
Ketterman Electric
State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner
CE Williams
Adams Electric Cooperative
With the days going shorter and somewhat cooler, it won’t be long before the trees provide us with a wonderful display of color, fingers crossed. Those colors, along with misty or frosty mornings, make for some wonderful photographic opportunities. This photo is from an October 2020 trip to Adirondack Park in upstate New York. Vibrant autumn colors could be found everywhere.
Harrisburg, PA – Rep. Dan Moul (R-Adams) announced that five municipalities or local municipal authorities in his legislative district have been awarded $1,110,214 in state gaming revenue under the Local Share Account (LSA) program.
Each year, the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), which holds fiduciary responsibility over the funding of programs and investments on behalf of the Commonwealth, distributes the state’s share of gaming revenue to local governments and programs.
“I advocated for these grants, and I was pleased to learn this morning that they were approved by the CFA,” said Moul. “The grants will address critical needs in these communities and will cover a significant portion, if not all, of the total project costs. Because the funding comes from state gaming revenues, it will defray any costs to taxpayers.”
The following LSA grants were approved today:
Bonneauville Borough – $110,214 for a storm sewer project to improve the reliability of its public water system through the purchase of a portable generator and upgrading three wells to safely support emergency power.
Carroll Valley Borough – $500,000 for a project to expand its sanitary sewer infrastructure along Country Club Trail Road and adjacent roads to accommodate growing development along the western side of McKee Hill.
Fairfield Municipal Authority – $300,000 to upgrade sanitary sewers in Fairfield Borough. The degradation of vitrified clay pipes (VCP) installed in the 1960s has led to issues with inflow and infiltration leading to leakages. The project will replace about 1,340 linear feet of VCP with PVC pipes and repair or replace affiliated concrete sanitary utility holes.
Franklin Township Municipal Authority – $100,000 to purchase and install generators at its two well sites in Franklin Township to ensure its customers are not without drinking water. In June, a fire at an Adams County electrical substation left thousands of residents without power for nearly four days. This project will give the municipal authority a reliable source of power at its well sites and uninterrupted water service should the power go out again for an extended period.
McSherrystown Borough – $100,000 for the purchase of municipal equipment, including a new skid loader and attachments replace existing equipment that has become unsafe and inoperable. The new equipment will be used year-round to repair and maintain roads, community parks, athletic fields, walking paths, and the senior center property; perform snow removal and street cleaning; and enhance the recycling program.
“We all rely on safe drinking water, working sanitary sewer systems and well-equipped public safety infrastructure to keep us and our communities safe and healthy,” Moul said.
In this episode of Eyes to See Ministries podcast, Pastor Peter and his wife Cheri, dive into what makes a church a Church of Christ, and how God Himself is the Word.
HANOVER BOROUGH FINANCE AND PERSONNEL
COMMITTEE MEETING
Call to Order
Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM
Moment of Silence for Personal Reflection
Public Comment
Chair Statement by Community Media
Hear citizens concerning itemspresented in the Borough Financeand Personnel Agenda:
In-person
Online Participants
Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any
Presentations and Appreciation
League of Women’s Voters Presentation
Explore York Presentation
Consent Agenda
Minutes
Approval of Minutes of August 19, 2026, Financeand Personnel Committee
Approval of Minutes of September 1, 2026,Public Safety Town Hall on the Residential Rental Registration & Inspection Ordinance
Finance Reports:
Approve Bills for Payment
Accept Monthly Financial Statement
Accept Report of Monthlyinvestments
Tuition Reimbursement Requests:
Consideration of a motion to approve Tuition Reimbursement Course Approval from Assistant Borough Manager Amy Adler to pursue a Bachelor’s Degreein Labor and Human Resourceswith Penn State World Campus.
Consideration of a motion to approve a Tuition Reimbursement Request for SergeantJoshua Brady in the amount of $1,805.40.
Water Agreements:
319 Wilson Avenue (Fairfield Marriott) Hotel Project WaterSupply Agreement in the amount of
$ 60,000.00.
Disposition of Records:
Consideration of a motion to approve Resolution No. for Disposition of Records.
Hanover Market House
Consideration of a motion to grant permission for the HanoverLions Club to solicit donationsfor Tag Day Saturday, October 24th with a rain date of October 31st, 2026.
Pension Plan Minimum MunicipalObligations (MMO):
Consideration of a motion to approve the 2027 Police Pension Plan MMO.
Consideration of a motion to approve the 2027 Firefighter Pension Plan MMO.
Consideration of a motionto approve the 2027 EmployeePension Plan MMO.
Planning Commission
319 Wilson Ave. Subdivision Plans:
Consideration of a motionto accept a 90 day extension for the 319 Wilson Ave, Fairfield MarriottHotel Project, which would extend the Borough’s action deadline to December 26, 2026.
Department of PublicWorks
Transfer Station Diversion:
Consideration of a motion to approve a temporary fee increase at the Transfer Station.
Finance, Personneland Administration
44 Frederick Street PublicSafety Facility ChangeOrders: (Final action)
Consideration of a motion to ratify approvalof PCO #025 in the amount of $3,819.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #027 in the amount of $1,871.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #028 in the amountof $5,065.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #029 in the amountof $1,847.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #031 in the amountof $1,120.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #032 in the amountof $2,736.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #034 in the amountof $910.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Consideration of a motion to ratify approval of PCO #035 in the amountof $1,736.00 as recommended by the Architect and as per staff report.
Disciplinary Action:
Consideration of a motion to approve disciplinary action regarding a Police Officerat the recommendation of the Police Chief.
Amendment to Resolution No. 1455 – Non-Union Salaries:
Consideration of a motion to approve Resolution No. to amendthe salary of the Borough Secretary.
Consideration of a motion
HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD (HARB) AGENDA
Wednesday – September 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Troxel Council Chambers
1. Call meeting to order 7:00 PM.
2. Election of Officers for the remainder of 2026:
A. Chair
B. Vice-Chair
3. Review and Approval of Agenda & Meeting Minutes
A. A motion to approve the Business Meeting Agenda of September 16, 2026
B. A motion to approve the Meeting Minutes of September 1, 2026
4. Public Comment
5. Consent Agenda Motion to Approve:
A. COA 26-00434 CRITICAL PROJECT – 243-245 Baltimore Street – Carla and Michael Pavlick
Removing 3-tab shingles and installing architectural shingles.
6. Old Business – none.
7. New Business:
A. COA 26-00186 CRITICAL PROJECT – 585 Steinwehr Avenue – American Battlefield Trust
Demolition of 585 Steinwehr Avenue and associated parking lot, previously
identified as Picket’s Buffet, and installation of park features including four
benches, two monument signs, and a 9’x12’ viewing area.
8. Reports
9. Public Comment
10.Announcements
11.Adjournment
Gettysburg, PA – United Lutheran Seminary (ULS) announced today the establishment of the Bengt Runo Hoffman Chair of Lutheran Spirituality and Ethics, a fully endowed faculty position created to sustain the school’s commitment to theological formation as it celebrates its bicentennial.
Backed by a $2.3 million private founding gift, the chair represents a significant long-term investment in the seminary’s mission to prepare leaders to engage complex global and ecclesial challenges. The seminary has set a goal to grow the endowment to $3.5 million to further expand academic resources and community engagement initiatives.
The announcement comes as higher education, particularly in the theological sector, faces heightened financial and institutional pressures. ULS leadership characterized the endowment as a strategic decision to prioritize the long-term formation of pastors and lay leaders.
“At a time when theological education faces enormous financial pressure across the country, the establishment of the Hoffman Chair is a powerful counterstatement,” said the Rev. Dr. R. Guy Erwin, president of United Lutheran Seminary. “It is both an investment in the future of theological education at ULS and an affirmation of what we believe faithful leadership requires.”
The chair is named for the late Rev. Dr. Bengt Runo Hoffman (1913–1997), a distinguished theologian, educator and ecumenical leader. Hoffman’s career spanned global service with the Lutheran World Federation and the World Council of Churches before he joined the faculty of the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg in 1966. He served as a professor of ethics and ecumenics until his retirement in 1981.
Hoffman was widely recognized for his scholarship on the experiential and contemplative aspects of Lutheran theology, notably in his works Luther and the Mystics and Theology of the Heart.
The new faculty position will integrate teaching, research, writing and mentorship, ensuring that Lutheran spirituality and ethics remain central to the seminary’s curriculum. Beyond the classroom, the chair will facilitate public lectures, retreats and resources designed for clergy, congregations and community leaders.
“The formation of faithful leaders requires us to attend both to the life of the mind and the life of faith,” said the Rev. Dr. Teresa Smallwood, vice president for academic affairs and dean. “We need leaders who can think deeply and systematically, engage the moral and ethical questions of their time, and bring that discernment into the Church and the world. The Hoffman Chair strengthens our capacity to form those kinds of leaders.”
As ULS enters its third century, the seminary continues to emphasize the necessity of theological rigor combined with spiritual practice. The endowment ensures that the intersection of spirituality and ethics will remain a foundational pillar of its educational program in perpetuity.
For more information on the Bengt Runo Hoffman Chair of Lutheran Spirituality and Ethics, visit https://www.
Chambersburg, PA – Things are heating up at the Chambersburg Volunteer Fireman Museum’s 3rd Annual Truck and Engine Show! This FREE to attend event will be held October 11th from 10am to 4pm at the Grant Street Loft Parking Lot. Free parking is available at Jim’s Farmers Market, Jennings Chevrolet, Omega Coffee and the Franklin County Administrative lot.
There will be plenty of fun for fire truck enthusiasts of all ages. Take a free tour of the museum and get an up-close look at more than a dozen antique and modern engines – you might even get the chance to sound the alarm! This year’s event features more trucks, more food, and more activities than ever before including:
Plus, show your support for the Chambersburg Volunteer Fireman’s Museum with a commemorative t-shirt available only at the event! Proceeds from the show will go towards the ongoing preservation of the Volunteer Fireman’s museum.
The Chambersburg Volunteer Fireman’s Museum is a local treasure that recalls Chambersburg’s firefighting history for over a century. The museum hosts free tours open to the public on select Sundays, by appointment and holds antique engines and apparatus, photos, uniforms, relics and stories from the past. Visit the museum during an open house tour at 441 Broad St. Chambersburg, PA 17201 or call Terry Shaffer, 717.263.8660 to schedule an appointment.
For more information about the museum visit: chambersburgfire.com/museum/ or on Facebook.
BOROUGH COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 – 7:00 P.M.
Richard Mathews, Council President, presiding
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
REGULAR MEETING
1. Approval of Minutes: August 11, 2026, Regular Meeting
2. Approval of Minutes: August 25, 2026, Special Meeting
PUBLIC HEARING
PROPOSED SALDO ORDINANCE WILL, IF ADOPTED BY THE CARROLL VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL,
MODIFY REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT IN CHAPTER 22 OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES AND SET FORTH AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
a. Overview of Proposed Amendment
b. Public Comment – Citizens wishing to comment will be recognized in the Order of their listing on the Appearance Sheet and
are asked to stand up and give their name, address, and organization they represent (if applicable). Impromptu comments are
limited to five minutes per individual.
c. Adjournment
3. Open to the public
a. Citizens wishing to comment will be recognized in the Order of their listing on the Appearance Sheet and are asked to stand up and give
their name, address, and organization they represent (if applicable). Impromptu comments are limited to five minutes per individual.
b. Sherrie DeMartino, Adams County Public Library
4. Ordinances and Resolutions
a. Ordinance #2-2026: Chapter 22 (SALDO) Amendment – For Approval
5. Mayor’s Report – R. Harris
a. Police Report
b. Around Town
c. Upcoming Events & Meetings of Interest
d. In Requiem
6. Fire/EMS/EMA Report
a. AREMS
b. Fairfield Fire Department
c. Fountain Dale Fire Department
7. Committee Reports
a. Parks and Recreation Committee
b. Planning Commission
8. Administrative Business – Borough Manager
a. Treasurer’s Report – August 2026
b. 2027 MMO Transmittal
c. LSA Grant – Bathroom RFP
9. Unfinished Business a. Grant Funding Updates
b. Lot Sales
c. Pickleball Court
d. Lake Kay Mini Park Improvements
e. Storage Facility Project
f. Meeting Decorum Sub-Committee
g. Youth Reading Program
h. Parallel Parking Practice Area
10. New Business
11. Open to the public
a. Citizens wishing to comment will be asked to stand up and give their name, address, and organization they represent (if applicable).
Impromptu comments are limited to five minutes per individual.
12. Adjournment
Dillsburg, PA – New Hope Ministries is proud to announce a week-long community celebration honoring Executive Director Eric Saunders for 20 years of faithful leadership and service. Beginning September 14th, “Service and Gratitude” will feature memories, photos, well-wishes and community-wide congratulations via New Hope’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), acknowledging the impact Saunders has made at New Hope and in the region.
Since September 12, 2006 and under Saunders’ leadership, the Christian social service nonprofit has expanded its footprint from serving in two counties to three, from three service locations to 10, and initiating a state-of-the-art mobile pantry network that now serves 30 smaller communities. Through Saunders’ service and stewardship, New Hope has been transformed from a grassroots effort into a lifeline that provides food security, critical basic needs, and long-term stability to thousands of local families each year.
“It has been a special privilege to work alongside so many amazing people – our staff, board members, volunteers, churches, donors, and community partners,” Saunders said. “Even more meaningful is the opportunity to have been part of serving the tens of thousands of families who have come to New Hope during my time here. It is a joy and an honor to see people overcome difficult circumstances, find help and hope, and take steps toward a better future.”
Community members, ministry friends, volunteers, and donors are encouraged to follow along on New Hope’s social media channels to celebrate Saunders’ special “Service and Gratitude” 20th anniversary week.
Borough of Gettysburg
Council Business Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 14, 2026 – 7:00 PM
I. Council – Call to Order
II. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
III. Welcome and Opening Remarks
IV. Announcements
Community Information Sessions – November Events
As Gettysburg prepares for the nationally significant Lincoln at Gettysburg: Shall Not Perish commemoration and
LIVE on Lincoln Square concert during the week of November 16th – 20th, 2026, Gettysburg Borough will host two
Community Information Sessions to help residents, businesses, property owners, employees, and visitors
understand what to expect and how to prepare.
With event planning well underway, the Borough’s focus is now shifting toward community impacts, logistics, and
preparedness. These sessions will provide practical information about street closures and detours, parking, shuttle
service, pedestrian access, business and residential access, emergency services, event security, and other temporary
changes that will occur throughout the week.
The sessions will also provide an overview of the week’s special programming and an opportunity for members of
the community to ask questions directly of Borough staff and event partners.
Thursday, October 1, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Gettysburg Fire Department Community Room
Friday, October 2, 2026 – 10:00 AM
Gettysburg Municipal Building
Free parking on East Middle Street.
Both sessions are free and open to the public. The same general information will be presented at each session,
allowing community members to attend the date and time most convenient for them.
Gettysburg is preparing to welcome the nation this November. These sessions are intended to make sure our
community is prepared, informed, and ready to be part of it.
An executive session was conducted by the Borough Council of the Borough of
Gettysburg, immediately following the adjournment of its work session meeting held
on August 24, 2026, consistent with section 708(a)(1), section 708(a)(2), section
708(a)(4) and section 708(a)(5) of the Sunshine Act.
An executive session of the Borough Council will be conducted immediately following
the adjournment of this evening’s monthly general business meeting, consistent with
section 708(a)(1), section 708(a)(2), section 708(a)(4) and section 708(a)(5) of the
Sunshine Act for the following purposes: (1) to provide updated information and to
discuss matters involving the employment or appointment of current, prospective or
former Borough employees; (2) to provide updated information and to discuss
strategy in connection with the negotiation of new collective bargaining agreements
with the Teamsters Union Local 776 for both the Borough’s uniformed police officer
employees and the Borough’s nonuniformed, nonprofessional employees; (3) to
provide updated information and to discuss strategy in connection with a complaint
filed with the PHRC and the EEOC by a former Borough employee; and (4) to review and discuss matters of Borough business which, if conducted in public, could lead to the disclosure of information or matters of confidentiality protected by law.
V. Approval of Agenda and Minutes
A motion to approve the September 14, 2026 agenda as presented.
A motion to approve minutes of the Council Business Meeting held on August 10,
2026; and the Council Work Session held on August 24, 2026 as presented.
VI. Public Comment (Restricted to Items on the Agenda)
VII. Current and Old Business
A. Planning Department
1. Planning /Zoning/Code Enforcement John Whitmore
a. Departmental Report
2. Historic & Environmental Preservation John Whitmore
a. Departmental Report
b. Motion Needing Council Action
Council will consider individually the following recommendations of the Borough of
Gettysburg Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) following its review
regarding the Certificates of Appropriateness for the project applications presented
to the Board at their September 1, 2026 meeting:
Motion to accept the HARB Old Business recommendation for COA26-00316,
CRITICAL PROJECT: 114 Buford Avenue – Chris Garliss for the removal of the
existing vinyl siding and replace with 8-1/4-inch, 7-inch Reveal Hardie Plank siding
as presented in the application dated June 16, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB Old Business recommendation for COA26-00324,
MAJOR PROJECT: 150 Carlisle Street – Muhammad Ashraf for the construction
of a 600sf (20’ x 30’) 8-foot-tall metal accessory structure to the rear of the principal
structure as presented in the application dated June 23, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB New Business recommendation for COA26-00338,
CRITICAL PROJECT: 777 Baltimore Street – Felty Investments LP for the
installation of a new entrance door as presented in the application dated July 2, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB New Business recommendation for COA26-00358,
MAJOR PROJECT: 241 Baltimore Street – Ted Hirt for the reconstruction of an
exterior stairway and landing materials with brick veneer tiling as presented in the
application dated July 18, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB New Business recommendation for COA26-00375,
CRITICAL PROJECT: 40 W. High Street – Philip Fazenbaker for construction of
a new block garage and roof in the same footprint due to a trash truck accident as
presented in the application dated June 11, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB New Business recommendation for COA26-00386,
CRITICAL PROJECT: 236-238 Buford Avenue – Jesse Sayer for the removal of 3-
tab shingles and install architectural shingles as presented in the application dated
June 10, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB New Business recommendation for COA26-00373,
MAJOR PROJECT: 118 E. Middle Street – Jon and Karen Shultz for the renovation
and enclosure of the rear screen porch with new walls, one or two vinyl windows on
the north side, an entry door on the east side, composite decking for flooring, and
siding to match the structure conditioned that the entry stairs and railing are wood
as presented in the application dated July 30, 2026.
Motion to accept the HARB New Business recommendation for COA26-00377,
CRITICAL PROJECT: 219 S. Washington Street – Adams County Historical
Society for the Phase 2 revisions to the new museum construction material from CMU
to fiber-cement board-and-batten siding as presented in the application dated July
28, 2026.
B. Parking Department Joshua Mallernee
1. Departmental Report
C. Public Works Department Robert Harbaugh
1. Departmental Report
D. Borough Engineer
1. Engineer Report Chad Clabaugh
2. Motion Needing Council Action
A motion to award the FY 2024 CDBG Curb Ramp Project to the lowest qualified
responsive and responsible bidder, Doug Lamb Construction, at its bid of
$156,300.00, as recommended by the Borough Engineer.
A motion to authorize the preparation of and the entry into an agreement with the
Gettysburg Municipal Authority which provides for the reimbursement of funds
necessary to complete the design of the sewer and water replacement components of
the Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity project as set forth by the project engineer.
E. Police Department
1. Departmental Report Chief Snyder
2. Motion Needing Council Action
A motion to authorize and provide notification to the Civil Service Commission of
the Borough of Gettysburg to request the certification of an eligibility list, by the
Civil Service Commission, for the position of entry-level patrol officer of the
Gettysburg Borough Police Department.
F. Office of the Manager/Treasurer
1. Borough Secretary’s Report Sara L. Stull
2. Borough Manager’s Report Charles R. Gable
3. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to approve all bills and payrolls for the month as presented.
A motion to authorize a COLA increase for retired police pensioner Kevin Wilson,
to be paid from the Police Pension Plan effective August 1, 2026.
A motion to approve the 2027 Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) based upon
the market value of the assets of the Gettysburg Borough Police Pension Plan in the
amount of $225,440.00, and on the market value of the assets of the Gettysburg
Borough Non-Uniformed Pension Plan in the amount of $140,959.00.
A motion to accept the J. P. Harris Associates Tax Exoneration report for tax years
2010 through 2014 as presented.
A motion to adopt a resolution approving the proposed 2026 Emergency Operations
Plan (EOP) for Gettysburg Borough, Adams County, as the updated and current
disaster emergency management plan for the Borough as required pursuant to the
Pennsylvania Emergency Management Services Code.
A motion to accept the resignation of employment of Debra English, from the
position of Historic and Environmental Coordinator. The resignation of employment
was made effective on August 12, 2026 by Ms. English.
A motion to accept the resignation of employment of Bradley LaBure from the
position of Public Works Foreman. The resignation of employment was made
effective on August 10, 2026 by Mr. LaBure.
A motion to accept the resignation of employment of Bryce Albert from the position
of Parking Enforcement Officer. The resignation of employment was made effective
on June 27, 2026 by Mr. Albert.
A motion to appoint Steve Zimmerman to the Gettysburg Historic Architectural
Review Board to fulfill the unexpired term of Joseph Edgar Jr. to expire in August
2030.
VIII. Reports
A. Liaison Reports
1. MSG Jill Sellers
Main Street Gettysburg
2. GARA Jeff Rioux
Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority
3. GMA Chris Berger
Gettysburg Municipal Authority
4. SAHGB Kim Mayers
Steinwehr Avenue Heart of Gettysburg Battlefield
5. ACBA Mayor Lintal
Adams County Boroughs Association
6. ACCOG Matthew Moon
Adams County Council of Governments
7. HABPI/ Trail Feasibility Study Chris Berger
Health Adams Bicycle Pedestrian, Inc.
8. ACTPO
Adams County Transportation Planning Organization
9. CJAB Behavioral Health Matthew Moon
B. Other Reports
1. Recycling Report Bill Mooney
2. Gettysburg Fire Department Report
3. Adams County EMS Report
IX. Elected Official’s Comments
A. Mayor Alison Lintal
B. Peter Bales
C. Jeffrey Rioux
D. Chris Berger
E. William Mooney III
F. Kimberly Mayers
G. Vice President Alisha Sanders
H. President Matthew Moon
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjournment
XII. Executive Session
GETTYSBURG BOROUGH STORM WATER AUTHORITY
(GBSWA) BUSINESS MEETING
I. GBSWA – Call to Order
II. Welcome and Opening Remarks
III. Announcements
IV. Approval of Agenda, Minutes, and other Business
A motion to approve the agenda as presented.
A motion to approve the July 13, 2026 meeting minutes.
V. Public Comment (Restricted to Items on the Agenda)
VI. Current Business
A. Financial Update
B. Engineer’s Report
1) La Bella Italia Restaurant Outdoor Dining Addition
2) Gettysburg College – Musselman Locker Room Addition
3) Gettysburg Station Stormwater Management Plan
4) 52 S.W. Confederate Ave. Construction
5) E. Lincoln Ave. Storm Drain – PennVest Funding
6) Johns/Dobbin Storm Drain – Authorize Survey and Preliminary Engineering
VII. Old Business
VIII. New Business
A motion to add John Whitmore as an authorized signer of checks on behalf of
the Gettysburg Borough Storm Water Authority.
IX. Public Comment
X. Adjournment
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Waynesboro, PA — Ghost Writer LLC is excited to welcome Kati McClure to their team as their new Client Project Manager. In this role, McClure serves as the contact point for nonprofits and coordinates projects across Ghost Writer’s team of writers, editors, and designers.
A Temple University graduate with a degree in gender, sexuality, and women’s studies, McClure has nearly a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector. Her work has concentrated on women’s health, housing and homelessness, emergency services, social justice, children and youth, and domestic violence. Her background covers marketing, grant-writing, advocacy, communications, event planning, management, public affairs, and public speaking. She is also a 2024 graduate of Leadership York.
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In this episode Pastor Peter and Cheri, of Eyes to See Ministries, talk about Wisdom, and give you an introduction into what next week’s episode will be about.
Gettysburg, PA — The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) and Gettysburg History will dedicate a new large-scale mural on the exterior of Beyond the Battle Museum on Saturday, October 24 at 3:00 p.m. The public dedication ceremony will celebrate the completion of the artwork, created by Littlestown-born artist Sarah Jacobs in collaboration with Adams County community members as part of the America250PA commemoration. This event is free and open to the public to join in celebrating this new work of public art.
The mural draws on personal stories, memories, and hopes for the future shared by local residents through community workshops and conversations that began in 2025. Jacobs wove these voices into a single visual narrative for the museum’s exterior wall, exploring the county’s history alongside its present and future.
“I love that public murals are democratic in that they aren’t cloistered away in someone’s living room or art storage unit,” Jacobs said. “I feel very lucky to be able to make them as an offering to the community.”
The mural was painted by Jacobs inside the museum’s on-site barn and off-site at her home studio over the course of four months on polytab, a specialized fabric designed for murals, before being adhered to a wall installation completed by L&H Mechanical Services. This technique allows large-scale murals to be created away from the elements and installed quickly once complete.
This mural is one of three being completed in October as part of ACAC’s Creative Placemaking Initiative, which aims to expand public art throughout Adams County. These installations will engage residents of all ages and backgrounds in creating public art, strengthening neighborhoods, and supporting community wellbeing. The murals will attract visitors, supporting the local economy while sharing the stories of Adams County’s people beyond its Civil War history. One of the additional murals, created in partnerships with the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor, will replace the existing mural on the side of Dollar General in Gettysburg and be completed by muralist Ophelia Chambliss. The other, at ACAC’s Arts Education Center, was created by muralist Spencer Dofflemyer with contributions from summer campers.
This mural and other ACAC public art installations in Adams County have been supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts’ Our Town Grant, the Pennsylvania Creative Industries Creative Communities Grant, the Robert C. Hoffman Charitable Endowment Trust, the J. William Warehime Foundation, and generous benefactors including David and Pauline LeVan, David and Cynthia Salisbury, David and Ellen Sites, and Sharon Magraw.
About the Artist
Sarah Jacobs is a contemporary magical realist artist represented by Fremin Gallery in New York City and ZYNKA Gallery in Pittsburgh, and who exhibits with Ferrara Showman Gallery in New Orleans. Raised in Littlestown, Pennsylvania, she studied art history at Gettysburg College and earned her MFA in 2010 from the Hoffberger School of Painting at the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, where she studied under Joyce Kozloff and Timothy App.
In addition to public murals, Jacobs maintains an active studio practice in oil, digital collage, molding paste, assemblage, and gold leaf, exploring themes of separation and interconnectedness through a Baroque-inspired, maximalist visual language. Her solo exhibition of multimedia canvas paintings, “Magical Realism,“ is on view at the Majestic Theater’s Gallery in Gettysburg through November 3.
About Gettysburg History
Since 1888, Gettysburg History has served as the nation’s leading authority on the history of Gettysburg and Adams County, protecting unparalleled collections and historic sites that resonate with millions of Americans. The nonprofit organization operates Beyond the Battle Museum and the Shriver House Museum and preserves more than one million historic items in its archives. Through immersive exhibits, guided tours, educational programs, special events, and digital resources, Gettysburg History preserves and shares the people, places, and stories that shaped this historic community. In doing so, it ensures that the lessons forged here encourage reflection, strengthen civic unity, and help guide America into the future. Learn more at GettysburgHistory.org.
About the Adams County Arts Council
The mission of the Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) is to cultivate an arts-rich community throughout Adams County, Pennsylvania, guided by the core values of creativity, community, and connection. Founded in 1994, ACAC provides classes in the fine and performing arts, and grant programs, and partners with education, arts, health, and social service organizations to bring high-quality arts opportunities to areas often underserved by the arts. For more information about ACAC and its upcoming classes, events. and programs, visit adamsarts.org.
McSherrystown Borough Council General Meeting Agenda
Wednesday September 9, 2026 at 6:30pm
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Invocation
4. Attendance Roll Call
5. Approval of August 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes
6. Announcements/Communications
7. Committee Reports
a. Mayor/Police Report
b. Personnel
c. Finance
d. Streets & Highways
e. Sanitation
f. Sewer
g. Planning & Zoning
h. Building & Grounds
i. Recreation
8. Public Comment Period
9. New Business
a. Approval of 2027 Minimal Municipal Obligation
b. Approval of changing the Office Hours
c. Approval to Advertise Public Works Position
d. Approval of the Expenditures
10. Call for motion to Adjourn
Announcement of Next Public Meeting:
The next public meeting of the McSherrystown Borough Council is currently scheduled for
Wednesday September 23, 2026 at 6:30pm in the Borough Council Chambers.
The Hanover Chili Cook Off, brought to you by the Exchange Club of Hanover, was held on September 6th on Moul Field. Bursting with flavor, fun and excitement, this year celebrated the 30th Anniversary of this event.
Gettysburg, PA — Gettysburg Foundation invites families and the local community to Family Day at Spangler on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event kicks off a series of fall programs at the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital, offering opportunities to explore the historic site through living history, demonstrations, guided tours and special evening programs.
Fall at a Glance
From Sept. 12 through Oct. 24, visitors can experience two free Family Days, guided tours and special Evening Programs at the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital.
Family Day at Spangler | Saturday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m. –3 p.m.
Family Day activities will include:
Once a thriving family farm, the property became a Union Army field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg, where more than 1,900 wounded soldiers received care. Today, the 80-acre historic site preserves the history of the Spangler family, soldiers and medical personnel who lived and worked there, and the experiences of those affected by the battle.
The George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital is located at 488 Blacksmith Shop Road, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Family Day visitors may drive directly to the property; limited on-site parking is available. No tickets or reservations are required.
Guided Tours | Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25–26
Guided Tours at George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital will be offered Sept. 25–26 at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. These in-depth tours explore the history of the site and the individuals connected to it. Timed shuttle and admission tickets are required, with shuttles departing from the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center at 9:40 a.m. and 1:10 p.m.
Evening Programs are offered on select Fridays and provide opportunities to explore additional stories connected to the Civil War, Civil War medicine, the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital and the people whose lives were affected by the Battle of Gettysburg. Tickets are required in advance, and on-site parking is available for ticket holders.
Clara Barton & The Missing Soldiers Office | Friday, Sept. 25, 6–8 p.m.
Madeleine Thompson, Site Manager of the Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum, will explore Barton’s Civil War career, her work at the Missing Soldiers Office and her humanitarian legacy.
Fall Family Day at Spangler | Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Families and the local community can enjoy Fall Family Day the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital. The free event will feature demonstrations, hands-on activities and living historians.
Activities will include:
At both Family Day events, visitors can explore the historic grounds, including the barn and summer kitchen, and interact with living historians while learning about the people and experiences connected to the George Spangler Farm during the Battle of Gettysburg.
Evening Program | Friday, Oct. 16, 6–8 p.m.
“The Fog of War at Gettysburg”: Leadership in a Time of Crisis
Historian and Licensed Battlefield Guide Rob Abbott will examine how uncertainty, communication and decision-making affected Union and Confederate commanders during the Battle of Gettysburg, using Prussian military theorist Carl von Clausewitz’s concept of the “fog of war” as a framework.
Tickets are required in advance, and ticket holders may drive directly to the property where on-site parking is available.
Guided Tours | Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23–24
Guided Tours at the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital will be offered at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Timed shuttle and admission tickets are required, with shuttles departing from the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center at 9:40 a.m. and 1:10 p.m.
From free Family Days to in-depth guided tours and evening programs, fall programming offers visitors multiple ways to discover the history preserved at the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital.
Outdoor programming is dependent on favorable weather conditions and may be subject to change without notice. Updates to programming will be posted at GettysburgFoundation.org and the Gettysburg Foundation’s social media channels.
GETTYSBURG FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) non-profit philanthropic, educational organization operating in partnership with the National Park Service to preserve Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site and educate the public about their significance. The Foundation operates the Museum & Visitor Center at Gettysburg National Military Park, as well as the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital, Children of Gettysburg 1863® and the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad StationTM. The Foundation offers customized professional leadership development on the Gettysburg battlefield through its Higher Ground Leadership at Gettysburg programming. For information about visiting Gettysburg or how you can become a Friends of Gettysburg member in support of the Gettysburg Foundation’s preservation and education mission in partnership with the National Park Service at Gettysburg, visit GettysburgFoundation.org or call 877-874-2478. Proceeds from tickets and other purchases in the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center and donations to the Gettysburg Foundation benefit Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.
Hanover, PA — Downtown Hanover has welcomed a new locally owned business with a mission that goes beyond selling groceries. M & J Discount Groceries, located at 222 E. Chestnut Street, Hanover, PA 17331, is providing affordable food, drinks, dog food, and cat food to help make quality products more accessible to members of the Hanover community.
Main Street Hanover Marketing & Administration Coordinator Alex Brown recently visited M & J Discount Groceries and sat down with the owners to learn more about their story, their goals, and their vision for their new downtown storefront.
The business is rooted in a family desire to serve others. The owners previously operated a business called M&J’s Surplus before relocating due to economic circumstances. When the opportunity arose to open in downtown Hanover, the location stood out as a way to bring discounted groceries directly to people who need them.
“We wanted to get quality, discounted food to the people in downtown Hanover, as we noticed that there is a real need for it,” the owner explained.
His daughter echoed that sentiment, emphasizing the importance of accessibility for individuals and families who may have difficulty traveling to larger grocery stores.
The family’s mission is simple: to help ensure that people in the community have access to food, regardless of their financial circumstances.
“Eventually we want to pass this down to our daughter,” the owner shared. “But also, we just want to help and give back. We want to make sure that no matter what, people in this area are able to eat.”
That commitment was evident during Main Street Hanover’s visit, as customers were already shopping throughout the store. The owners shared that business has been going well and expressed how meaningful it has been to see customers come through their doors.
For the family, some of the most rewarding moments have been seeing customers’ reactions when they first enter the store.
“I would say seeing the look on people’s faces when they walk through the door,” the owner’s wife said when asked about her favorite memory so far.
M & J Discount Groceries currently offers a variety of discounted grocery items, including a selection of recognizable name-brand products, as well as beverages and pet food. The owners have plans to continue expanding their offerings, with hopes of adding more freezers, dairy products, and a clearance section in the future.
Their planned clearance section will focus on providing extremely low-cost food options, furthering the family’s goal of making groceries accessible to as many people as possible.
“We are there to help, and we want to see the community thrive,” the family shared.
Grand Opening Celebration
M & J Discount Groceries will officially celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The community is invited to stop by, meet the owners, explore the store, and show their support for this new downtown business.
Current Store Hours
The store accepts cash and credit cards.
Main Street Hanover encourages residents to visit M & J Discount Groceries and discover the affordable food options available right here in downtown Hanover.
Congratulations to the Player of the Game for Community Media’s Game of the Week – Hershey @ Gettysburg, Trevor Cunningham from Gettysburg!
Thank you to our Player of the Game Sponsor: Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Check out some highlights from their game:
Community Media’s Game of the Week
High School Football – Hershey @ Gettysburg – 09/04/2026
Special thanks to our sports sponsors:
Kennie’s Marketplace
Dave Sites Realty
Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262
Ketterman Electric
State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner
CE Williams
Adams Electric Cooperative
Gettysburg, PA — The Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College will hold its annual Democracy Week September 14–19 under the theme this year is America at 250: Our Democracy, Our World. The week will bring together three major programs examining American democracy through history, voting rights and international affairs.
The week will begin Monday, September 14, at 4:00 p.m. in the CUB Ballroom with the Susan Eisenhower Lecture, From the Arsenal of Democracy to the Civil Rights Era: How World War II Transformed America. Susan Eisenhower, the Eisenhower Institute’s Expert-in-Residence, will examine how World War II transformed the American economy and social systems, affected American democracy and helped lay the groundwork for the Civil Rights Era of the 1960s. A reception will follow the lecture.
On Thursday, September 17, at 12:00 p.m., the Constitution Day Lunch and Learn will take place in The Lyceum, third floor of Penn Hall. Alauna Safarpour, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Gettysburg College, will present The Vote at 250: Progress and Peril, examining the expansion of suffrage, continuing legal and political debates involving the Voting Rights Act, voting access and partisan gerrymandering, and the relevance of the November 2026 midterm elections.
On Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the CUB Ballroom, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg will present the 2026 International Peace Symposium, with the Eisenhower Institute serving as a co-sponsor. The program, 2026 International Peace Symposium: Peace or Forever Wars? Reclaiming America’s Soft Power & Diplomacy, will examine diplomacy, soft power, relationships with allies, international conflict and America’s global influence.
Susan Eisenhower is the Eisenhower Institute’s Expert-in-Residence, and Safarpour is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Gettysburg College. Together, the week’s programs connect historical and contemporary questions about democracy at home with the country’s role in the world.
Democracy Week, commemorates President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s signing of Proclamation 3151. The proclamation designated a week in September as Constitution Week, a time for the contemplation and commemoration of the historic acts that resulted in the formation of the U.S. Constitution. Constitution Day and Citizenship Day are recognized nationwide each September 17 to observe the signing of the United States Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787.
The Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College connects aspiring young leaders with public policy experts to discover their passion and tackle society’s most challenging issues. We are nonpartisan, inspired by President Eisenhower’s approach of engaging diverse people and ideas to find common ground and take action.
Hanover, PA – The Borough of Hanover has begun a 12-month Safe Streets for All (SS4A) safety study, with public input serving as a key component of the planning process. The study, funded 75% by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will evaluate transportation safety throughout the Borough and identify potential strategies and improvements related to roadways, pedestrian facilities, and other transportation infrastructure.
The Borough has partnered with Dewberry, a national planning and engineering firm with extensive experience developing municipal traffic and safety action plans. Dewberry will lead the study’s data collection and analysis, coordinate public engagement, and assist Borough staff and community stakeholders in developing the final SS4A Safety Action Plan.
As part of the study, the Borough and Dewberry will provide multiple opportunities for residents and other members of the community to identify transportation safety concerns and provide input on potential improvements. A dedicated project website has been established at Hanover SS4A Project Website (https://engage-dewberry.com/Hanover-SSAP). The website will provide project information, updates, meeting materials, and opportunities for direct public feedback.
Public engagement will include:
The Borough has also established a 25-member stakeholder group representing local businesses, emergency services, neighborhoods, and municipal partners. The stakeholder group, which will assist Borough staff and Dewberry in evaluating public input, considering local conditions, and reviewing potential recommendations, consists of:
The purpose of the SS4A study is to develop a comprehensive, data-driven Safety Action Plan identifying strategies to improve transportation safety throughout Hanover. Completion and adoption of an SS4A Action Plan is also a prerequisite for municipalities seeking to apply for future federal SS4A implementation grants. The completed plan will therefore provide the Borough with a framework for pursuing federal funding for eligible safety improvements.
Borough Council will receive monthly progress updates throughout the 12-month study.
Residents, businesses, and other community members are encouraged to visit the project website and to participate in the public engagement opportunities as they become available. Public input will be considered along with traffic data, crash history, infrastructure conditions, and other technical information in developing the final Safety Action Plan.
For more information, please contact the Borough of Hanover at 717-637-3877 or via email at Info@HanoverBoroughPA.gov.
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Borough of Hanover Vision
“We envision a thriving, welcoming community appealing to individuals, families and businesses where best-practices shape delivery of exceptional municipal services and citizen engagement. By providing efficient, high-quality services, we support a clean and safe environment, inclusive recreation, and a vibrant, drug-free downtown for all.”
The Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, was incorporated in 1815. The Borough serves the public through stewardship, government, development and improvements of public assets including water/sewer/stormwater & refuse utilities, parks & recreation facilities, the Hanover Market House, the Guthrie Memorial Library, as well as Code Enforcement, Police & Fire Departments. It is governed by the Borough Council, overseen by the Borough Manager, and staffed by administrative, public service, public works, sewer, water, refuse and engineering professionals. Known as the Snack Food Capital of the World, Hanover is home, not only to numerous food industries, but also to metal manufacturing, technology, commercial sales, and services. Hanover Borough offices, located at 33 Frederick Street, can be reached at 717-637-3877 or by email at Info@HanoverBoroughPA.gov. More information is available at www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov.
In this episode of Eyes to See, Pastor Peter and Sherry explore Jesus’ encounter with the woman caught in adultery and the powerful contrast between condemnation and Christ’s response of mercy, forgiveness, and a call to repentance. They discuss the importance of correcting sin in love, receiving correction when we are in error, and allowing God’s grace to lead us toward a changed life.
Hanover, PA — Main Street Hanover is excited to announce the Second Annual Oktoberfest, returning to Downtown Hanover on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as part of September’s 2nd Saturday celebration.
Following the success of last year’s inaugural celebration, this year’s Oktoberfest promises an even bigger and more festive experience featuring German-inspired food, live music, local craft beverages, family-friendly activities, and plenty of opportunities to explore Downtown Hanover.
“After the wonderful response to our first Oktoberfest, we’re thrilled to bring this celebration back for its second year,” said Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover. “It’s a great way to bring people downtown, showcase our local businesses, and celebrate Hanover’s community spirit while enjoying a taste of Germany.”
A Day of German-Inspired Food, Music & Fun
The Oktoberfest Food Stroll will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring German-inspired dishes, desserts, and beverages from participating downtown businesses.
Participating businesses include:
Oktoberfest Food Stroll tickets are $30 and include German-inspired food and non-alcoholic beverages at select stops, an Oktoberfest wristband, festive accessories, and a map of participating destinations.
An optional $10 Beer Flight Voucher, valued at $15, will allow guests 21 and older with valid photo ID to enjoy a flight at participating downtown breweries and meadery locations, including Dolphin & Anchor BrewPub by Aldus Brewing, Lydian Stone Brewing, Fat Bat Brewing Co., Lighthouse 153, and Dawg Gone Bees.
Live German Music in Center Square
From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the Blaskapelle Shippensburg German Band will perform live in Center Square, providing an authentic German soundtrack for the celebration.
Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and enjoy the music under the tent.
Beer Stein Hoisting Competition Returns
One of Oktoberfest’s most popular attractions will return at 2:30 p.m. with the Beer Stein Hoisting Competition, hosted by Hanover improviser, producer, and writer Brian Shea.
Participants will test their endurance by holding a 1-liter beer stein with a straight arm for as long as possible. The last person standing will be crowned the winner.
Competition Details:
Prizes:
Prizes are sponsored by Dolphin & Anchor Brew Pub by Aldus Brewing.
Following the competition, guests can stick around for Oktoberfest-themed trivia at 3:00 p.m., also hosted by Brian Shea.
More 2nd Saturday Activities Downtown
Oktoberfest will be joined by a variety of other 2nd Saturday activities throughout Downtown Hanover, including a Cornhole Tournament hosted by the Hanover Borough Parks & Recreation Department from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., face painting from 12:00–1:30 p.m., and activities, shopping, food, and entertainment at downtown businesses and organizations.
Additional activities include storytime and children’s crafts with the Hanover Area Artists Guild, a local artist vendor pop-up at Fat Bat Brewing Company, storytime at Little Fox Coffee & Books, Open House Tours and a military display at The Neas House, and special offerings at Cultivated Essentials Co., Lydian Stone Brewing Company, and The Serpent’s Key Shoppe and Sanctuary.
A Celebration for the Whole Family
The Second Annual Oktoberfest is a family-friendly event, with children welcome when accompanied by a guardian. While alcoholic beverages and the Beer Stein Hoisting Competition are limited to guests 21 and older with valid photo ID, attendees of all ages can enjoy the food, music, shopping, activities, and festive atmosphere.
Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, the local businesses, the competition, or simply a fun day downtown, Main Street Hanover invites the community to celebrate Oktoberfest together.
Raise your steins, bring your appetites, and join us for the Second Annual Oktoberfest! Prost!
Main Street Hanover’s 2nd Saturdays initiative is designed to increase foot traffic, support local businesses, and foster collaboration among downtown merchants and organizations through monthly themed events, promotions, and community activities.
Group rates and discounts are available by contacting Main Street Hanover directly. The event will take place rain or shine.
For tickets or additional information, visit [mainstreethanover.org]MainStreetHanover.org or contact Main Street Hanover at mainstreethanover@gmail.com
Sponsors
Main Street Hanover gratefully acknowledges the support of its 2026 Community Sponsors:
Campbells Snacks, Brightspeed Fiber Internet, and WellSpan Health
As well as its 2026 2nd Saturdays Advocate Sponsors:
Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc., Brittany Lingg – Iron Valley Real Estate, Cherry Tree Lane Vacations, Hanover Auto Team, Home Association of McSherrystown, Mason Dixon Settlements, Renewal by Andersen, and Texas Roadhouse.
Hanover, Pa. – 7 Brew®, the drive-thru beverage concept revolutionizing the coffee industry, opened its newest Pennsylvania location this week at 1160 Carlisle Pike in Hanover. Striving to be a good community partner, 7 Brew Hanover donated $21,037 to Olivia’s House.
“We are looking forward to continuing to cultivate kindness in Pennsylvania with our new Hanover stand,” said Turner Garza, director of operations for Brew Team Group. “It is an honor to partner with Olivia’s House for this opening, as they offer free healing programs and resources to Hanover families navigating the loss of a loved one.
”To kick off the opening celebrations, 7 Brew Hanover hosted Caffeine for a Cause, a donation weekend on Aug. 21-23, where customers could try 7 Brew and “pay what they want,” as a donation to Olivia’s House.
“We are incredibly grateful to welcome and partner with 7 Brew as they celebrate their grand opening in Hanover,” said K.C. Delp, executive director of Olivia’s House. “Every drink purchased during Caffeine for a Cause helps bring hope, healing and support to children and families navigating grief. Businesses that intentionally invest in the communities they serve make a lasting difference, and community partnerships like this make it possible for Olivia’s House to continue providing no-cost services to those who need it most. Cheers to 7 Brew for helping to make a meaningful difference in our community!
”As part of the grand opening celebrations, the business will host Community Hours from Monday, Aug. 31, through Friday, Sept. 4, during which all customers who stop by will receive a free small drink at the following times:7 to 8 a.m., noon to 1 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.
To round out the grand opening celebrations, 7 Brew Hanover will host SwagDay® on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. During this event, customers who purchase a large drink will receive a free 7 Brew t-shirt.
As of Monday, Aug. 31, 7 Brew Hanover’s regular hours of operation will be as follows.
·Sunday through Thursday, from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
·Friday and Saturday, from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
More than your standard coffee stand, 7 Brew offers over 20,000 unique drink combinations. From the original Blondie®, a caramel and vanilla breve, to infused 7 Brew Energy™, smoothies, shakes, 7 Fizz™ and teas, there is something for everyone at 7 Brew. The brand boasts over 800 stands nationwide.
The 7 Brew stand will add 75 jobs to the Hanover area. Those interested injoining the Brew Crew should apply at 7brewteam.7brewcareers.com.
About 7 Brew®
7 Brew is a rapidly growing beverage brand that is revolutionizing how customers experience drive-thru coffee service and think about their morning energy boost.7 Brew serves espresso-based coffee, Chillers, teas, infused 7Brew Energy™, 7 Fizz™ and more, all with an extra boost of kindness from their team. The dream of 7 Brew came alive with the first “stand” in Rogers, Ark., and its seven original coffees. 7 Brew now boasts more than 800 stands across the country. For more information, visit www.7Brew.com and follow 7 Brew on Instagram (@7brewcoffee), TikTok (@7brewcoffee), Facebook (facebook.com/7brewcoffee) and Twitter (@7BrewCoffee)
Hanover, PA – The St. Matthew Lutheran Church Concert Series will present organist Tyler Canonico-Dilley in concert on Sunday, September 27, at 4:00 p.m. Mr. Canonico-Dilley is the Minister of Music and Organist at Market Square Presbyterian Church, Harrisburg, PA. Tickets are not required for this concert, but a free-will offering will be taken to assist with concert costs. The doors open at 3:30 p.m. A reception will follow the program.
One of the East Coast’s finest and dynamic concert organists and inspiring church musicians, Tyler A. Canonico-Dilley is the Minister of Music and Organist at Market Square Presbyterian Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where he leads an expansive music program. The program includes the Market Square Ringers, the Sanctuary Choir, a Choral Scholars Program, and the Market Square Singers (a touring choir comprised of volunteers, both amateur and professional, from the church and greater Central Pennsylvania community), and he is the Artistic Director for Arts on the Square. Tyler is also an Adjunct Instructor of Music at Lebanon Valley College where he conducts the College Choir, teaches Class Piano, and is the Music Director for the opera program. This semester he had the pleasure of conducting the Concert Choir while Dr. Kyle Zeuch was on sabbatical. In addition to his work, he is the organist for the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, and the founder and conductor of The Harrisburg Camerata. Tyler is the Dean for the Harrisburg Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and is the Director of the AGO National Committee for Pipe Organ Encounters. Previously, Tyler was the Organist and Assistant Music Director at Christ Episcopal Church in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and was the Assistant Organist at the Cathedral of St. Paul in Birmingham, Alabama.
In 2011, Tyler was awarded first place in the American Guild of Organist/Quimby Region III Competition for Young Organists. He has performed Samuel Barber’s Toccata Festiva with the Lebanon Valley College Symphony Orchestra and has performed numerous works with the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. He is a frequent concert artist and guest conductor throughout the country. Tyler has performed for the Piccolo Spoleto Festival, the National Association of Schools of Music, and has performed at both national and regional AGO conventions.
Tyler is a graduate of the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama where he received a Master of Music in Organ Performance and studied under Dr. Faythe Freese. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Music with a concentration in Organ Performance and Sacred Music from Lebanon Valley College in Annville, Pennsylvania. He studied organ and piano with Dr. Shelly Moorman-Stahlman and orchestral conducting with Dr. Johannes Dietrich. Tyler has also studied organ with Dr. Jason Kissel, and piano and organ with Ms. Kathie Metz. Tyler is exclusively represented by Concert Artists Cooperative.
The St. Matthew Lutheran Church Austin organ is one of the ten largest pipe organs in the world with 14,470 pipes, 238 ranks and 335 drawknobs. The organ includes a 198-bell carillon system. The organ underwent a $1.5 million renovation completed in 2016. A full stop list and description of the organ can be found on the church website – www.stmattlutheran.org.
St. Matthew Lutheran Church is located at 30 W. Chestnut Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania, and church parking is available at the rear of the church. More information on our concert programs can be found on the church website – www.stmattlutheran.org.
HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD (HARB) AGENDA
September 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Troxel Council Chambers
1. Call meeting to order 7:00 PM.
2. Election of Officers for the remainder of 2026:
A. Chair
B. Vice-Chair
3. Review and Approval of Agenda & Meeting Minutes
A. A motion to approve the Business Meeting Agenda of September 1, 2026
B. A motion to approve the Meeting Minutes of July 15, 2026
4. Public Comment
5. Consent Agenda Motion to Approve:
A. COA 26-00338 CRITICAL PROJECT – 777 Baltimore Street – Felty Investments, LP Installation of new entrance door.
B. COA 26-00358 MAJOR PROJECT – 241 Baltimore Street – Ted Hirt
Reconstruction of exterior stairway and landing materials with brick veneer tiling.
C. COA 26-00375 CRITICAL PROJECT – 40 W. High Street – Philip Fazenbaker
Construction of a new block garage and roof will be constructed. This will be replaced in the same footprint. Damage from trash truck accident.
D. COA 26-00386 CRITICAL PROJECT – 236-238 Buford Avenue – Jesse Sayer
Removing 3-tab shingles and installing architectural shingles.
6. Old Business:
A. COA 26-00316 CRITICAL PROJECT – 114 Buford Avenue – Chris Garliss
Remove existing vinyl siding and replace with 8-1/4-inch, 7-inch reveal Hardi-Plank siding.
B. COA 26-00324 MAJOR PROJECT – 150 Carlisle Street – Muhammad Ashraf
Construction of a 600 square foot (20’x30’) 8-foot-tall metal accessory structure to the rear of the existing principal structure.
7. New Business:
A. COA 26-00373 MAJOR PROJECT – 118 E Middle Street – Jon and Karen Shultz
Renovate and enclose the rear screen porch with new walls, 1 or 2 vinyl windows north side, add entry door on east with, composite decking for flooring, match existing siding. Area is 15’x7’9”.
B. COA 26-00377 CRITICAL PROJECT – 219 South Washington Street – Adams County Historical Society
Exterior fiber-cement board-and-batten cladding on the two-story addition.
8. Reports
A. Administrative COA Approvals from the last meeting – Ordinance 11-108 Duties and Responsibilities [Ord.1118-91, 8/12/1991, & 108]
Certificates of Appropriateness approved administratively since the last HARB meeting:
1. COA 26-00396 Minor Project – 60 E. High Street
Repair of window glazing on stained glass windows.
2. COA 26-0407 Minor Project – 301 N. Stratton Street
Replacement of rubber roofing with new rubber membrane roofing and wooden features with similarly designed wooden features.
9. Public Comment
10.Announcements
A. Future Meeting Conflict – November 18, 2026.
11.Adjournment
