Tyler Bamford–“Thank God for the US Navy”: American Sailors and the Allied Triumph at D-Day “From destroyers and demolition teams to beachmasters and breakwaters, the US Navy was an essential component of the Allied victory on D-Day. More than simply ferrying the largest amphibious assault force in history across the English Channel, the US Navy played a critical role in …
Read More »
Join us as we bring you the World War II Weekend 2024 Speakers. Hosted at the Gettysburg National Military Park and the Eisenhower National Historic Site Recording and Live Stream presented by The Gettysburg Foundation 10:00am Tyler Bamford–“Thank God for the US Navy”: American Sailors and the Allied Triumph at D-Day 11:30ma Dr. Jared Frederick–“Into the Cold Blue” 1:00 pm …
Read More »
April-Cheek Messier–Service and Sacrifice: The Story of the Bedford Boys and the Making of the National D-Day Memorial “On Sunday, 25 June 1944, Ivylyn Schenk wrote from her home in the rural community of Bedford, Virginia to her husband who was serving with the 29th Infantry Division and stationed in Europe. She wrote him faithfully each day and, on this particular …
Read More »
Kevin Hymel–“Patton Moves North: December 22-26, 1944” “When the Germans launched their Ardennes Offensive on December 15, 1944, Lt. Gen. George S. Patton reorientaed part of his Third Army north and attacked, reeling the Germans back. His dual offensives to Bastogne, in Belgium, and Echternach, in Luxembourg, helped defeat the German drive. Kevin Hymel will follow the action from the …
Read More »
Dr. Sarah Parry Myers–“I Was Happiest in the Sky”: The Women Airforce Service Pilots, 1942-1944 When the U.S. Army Air Force utilized women pilots to fly military aircraft for the first time during World War II, women joined for similar motivations as male pilots – a deep love of flying and patriotism. The Women’s Airforce Service Pilots received the same …
Read More »
Eisenhower National Historic Site’s 2024 World War II Weekend 10am Dr. John C. McManus–September Hope: The American Side of a Bridge Too Far 11:30am Dr. Sarah Parry Myers–“I Was Happiest in the Sky”: The Women Airforce Service Pilots, 1942-1944 1pm Kevin Hymel–“Patton Moves North: December 22-26, 1944” 2:30 April-Cheek Messier–Service and Sacrifice: The Story of the Bedford Boys and the …
Read More »
Dr. John C. McManus–September Hope: The American Side of a Bridge Too Far “The destruction of the British 1st Airborne Division at Arnhem during Operation Market Garden is a well-known, sad tale, in part because of the famous book and movie A Bridge Too Far. Lesser known is the experience of the two U.S. airborne divisions, the 82nd and 101st both of which jumped …
Read More »
World War II Weekend 2024 Hosted at the Gettysburg National Military Park and the Eisenhower National Historic Site Recording and Live Stream presented by The Gettysburg Foundation 80 years ago, Eugene Sledge was one of thousands of Marines fighting on Peleliu in some of the toughest conditions of the Pacific Theater in World War II. Decades later, Sledge chronicled his …
Read More »
Community Media’s Game of the Week – Mechanicsburg @ Gettysburg – 09/20/2024 – High School Football.
Read More »
Hanover Borough Council Finance and Personnel Committee September 18th, 2024 – 7:00 PM 44 Frederick St. Hanover and VIA Zoom for public access. 1. Public Comment 2. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any 3. Acknowledgement of Non-Decisional Informational Public Meeting: held 5:00 PM prior to this meeting regarding 33 Frederick Street and 44 Frederick Street projects. 4. Consent Agenda a. …
Read More »
Abbottstown Borough Council Meeting September 19, 2024 6 PM Agenda Please turn off cell phones or put on vibrate & announce if you are using a recording device. Public Comment periods are limited to 5 minutes per speaker per meeting per Res. 2014-06. CALL TO ORDER: __________p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by President Dale Reichert MOMENT OF SILENCE: ROLL CALL: …
Read More »
In this episode of Open House, Guest Host Meghan Clark from the South Mountain Partnership, talks with Janet Pollard who is the Executive Director of Franklin County Visitor’s Bureau. From farmlands to forest, there’s plenty to do in Franklin County. Learn about how the Bureau helps direct people to fun things to do, and how they partner with the South …
Read More »
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Monday, September 16, 2024 at 7:00pm I Charlie Sterner Building- 545 Long Lane 1. Convene Meeting 2. Review and Approve Agenda 3. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes A. August 19, 2024, Meeting Minutes 4. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda 5. Tabled Old Business – NONE 6. New Business A. …
Read More »
In this special episode of Open House, Meghan Clark from the South Mountain Partnership guest hosts and talks with Brandon Hoover from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (PA DNCR). Brandon discusses the goal and mission of the DNCR as well as it’s partnership with South Mountain. www.dcnr.pa.gov www.southmountainpartnership.org
Read More »
McSherrystown Borough Council General Meeting Agenda Wednesday September 11, 2024, at 7pm Borough Council: Mayor & Staff: Robert Niedererr Catherine Hagerman (Mayor) Joseph VonSas Luke Gibson (Solicitor) Timothy Klunk Jessica Freiert (Manager Secretary) Kim Wagner Keith Lewter Thomas Snyder Stephen Pascoe 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Invocation 4. Attendance Roll Call 5. Approval of August 14, …
Read More »
Hanover, York County, Pa. – The community of the Borough of Hanover and all interested parties are invited to attend an informational meeting concerning the & 44 Frederick Street capital building project. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Borough of Hanover Council chambers on the lower level of the Borough’s current administrative …
Read More »
BOROUGH COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – 7:00 P.M. Richard Mathews, Council President, Presiding Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call REGULAR MEETING 1. Approval of Minutes: August 13, 2024, Regular Meeting 2. 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 …
Read More »
For this monthly episode, Ray talks with Jason Martz about upcoming events you and your family can attend, including the upcoming World War II Weekend! nps.gov/gett or nps.gov/eise
Read More »
Borough of Gettysburg Council Business Meeting Agenda Monday, September 9, 2024 – 7:00 PM 1 I. Council – Call to Order President Moon II. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance President Moon III. Welcome and Opening Remarks President Moon IV. Announcements President Moon An executive session of the Borough Council of the Borough of Gettysburg was conducted immediately following …
Read More »
Community Media’s Game of the Week – South Western @ New Oxford High School football Thanks to the sponsors of tonight’s game! CE Williams Biglerville Legion – American Legion Post 262 Dave Sites Reality State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner Ketterman Electric Kennie’s Marketplace Adams Electric Cooperative (Player of the Game)
Read More »
The Zoning Hearing Board of Conewago Twp., Adams Co., PA will conduct a continued zoning hearing for Case No. 5-2024 on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, commencing at 6:00 P.M. at the Conewago Twp. Munic. Bldg., 541 Oxford Ave., Hanover, PA. The purpose of the continued zoning hearing in Case No. 5-2024, which hearing was commenced on June 5, 2024 and …
Read More »
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Elida Murray to discuss how she liked being a Guest Host for us, and why she picked the organizations that she did. We would like to extend a huge thank you again to Elida for being a guest host, and brining in people that help make Adams County a Safe, …
Read More »
Community Media’s Game of the Week – Join us for our season opener. Cocalico @ New Oxford High School football Thanks to the sponsors of tonight’s game! CE Williams Sons Inc. Biglerville Legion – American Legion Post 262 Dave Sites Reality State Farm agents Mike Ball and Lyle Pitner Ketterman Electric Kennie’s Marketplace Adams Electric Cooperative (Player of the Game)
Read More »
On today’s Community Spotlight: Meet John Dizon and Elaine Shenk of Bethany Christian Services! John and Elaine discussed the impactful work of Safe Families for Children with us today and how they help provide support and care for families in need. Their dedication to creating safe, nurturing environments shines through in every aspect of their work. It’s not just what …
Read More »
ZONING ORDINANCE MEETING Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:00pm | Borough Council Chambers & Online 1. Convene Meeting – 6:00 p.m. 2. Welcoming Comments 3. Overview of Zoning Districts A. B. C. D. Residential Districts Mixed-Use Districts Special Districts Changes 1. Elm Street Overlay 2. Revitalization District 4. Land Uses A. Land Use Table B. Land Use Definitions 5. Zoning …
Read More »
In this episode of Open House, Ray and Lara talk with Elaine Shenk and John Dizon from Bethany Christian Services and their Safe Families for Children program. Learn all about Bethany, what services they provide, and how they help bring and keep families together. https://bethany.org/
Read More »
AGENDA FOR THE MEETING OF HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2024 AT 7:00 PM I. PRELIMINARY MATTERS & OFFICERS’ REPORTS 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Moment of Silence 3. Roll Call 4. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any 5. Public Comment 6. Recognition of New Administrative Employees: President Reichart 7. Presentations a. Main Street Hanover: Presentation of updates 8. …
Read More »
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 …
Read More »
Hometown Highlights is back! Mark and Lara bring you up to speed with some of the amazing work we’ve been able to do in the last few months. We are beyond excited for the things to come here at Community Media, and the amazing people we get to work with here in our community!
Read More »
Borough of Gettysburg Council Work Session Meeting Agenda Monday, August 26, 2024 – 7:00 PM Page 1 of 2 I. Call to Order President Moon II. Welcome and Opening Remarks President Moon III. Announcements President Moon An executive session of the Borough Council of the Borough of Gettysburg was conducted immediately following the adjournment of the August 12, 2024 monthly …
Read More »
Community Media of South Central PA Celebrating Community