Audit: Gettysburg superintendent buyout too costly

Staff Report The Gettysburg Area School District spent more than $620,000 to terminate the contract of former superintendent William Hall, and a report released Wednesday concludes that -- despite any problems between the district and Hall -- the money was not spent in the taxpayers'
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20693501/audit-gettysburg-superintendent-buyout-too-costly?source=rss

Published: Wed, 23 May 2012 16:11:06 -0700

O'Connor picked to lead Gettysburg's middle school

A familiar face will be taking over the reins of Gettysburg Area Middle School at the start of July. James O'Connor, the school's assistant principal, was named its new principal on Monday night.
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20623458/oconnor-picked-lead-gettysburgs-middle-school?source=rss

Published: Mon, 14 May 2012 19:40:29 -0700

Pennsylvania American Water to replace aging water main in Lower Allen Township

Pennsylvania American Water will be replacing nearly one mile of aging water main in Lower Allen Twp. starting this week at a cost of about $1 million.
http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2012/05/pennsylvania_american_water_to_2.html

Published: Mon, 21 May 2012 10:10:05 -0700

Tax hike in proposed Gettysburg schools budget

The Gettysburg school board has approved a proposed budget for 2012-13 that includes a 1.7-percent tax increase.
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20577050/tax-hike-proposed-gettysburg-schools-budget?source=rss

Published: Tue, 08 May 2012 18:41:23 -0700

Gettysburg braces for flood of weekend visitors

Gettysburg businesses and officials are bracing for crowds expected for many popular events. Around Gettysburg, visitors this weekend can watch a 1950s fashion show, hear live bluegrass music and have their family heirlooms appraised.
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20647579/gettysburg-braces-flood-weekend-visitors?source=rss

Published: Thu, 17 May 2012 15:25:17 -0700

Auditor General Jack Wagner Says Gettysburg, Allentown Superintendent Buyouts Cost Taxpayers $889,000

Gettysburg buyout: $622,000; Allentown, $267,000
http://news.yahoo.com/auditor-general-jack-wagner-says-gettysburg-allentown-superintendent-181608830.html

Published: Wed, 23 May 2012 11:16:08 -0700

Bill could free license for a Gettysburg-area casino

For at least $66.5 million, you might be able to own Pennsylvania's next casino. The state House recently passed legislation that would open up a revoked gaming license for public auction.
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20577055/bill-could-free-license-gettysburg-area-casino?source=rss

Published: Tue, 08 May 2012 19:10:45 -0700

One flown from Straban Township crash

A Carlisle woman was flown out with serious injuries and two other drivers were taken to the hospital for treatment after a three-vehicle crash on Route 30 in Straban Township Monday afternoon, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20618737/two-vehicle-accident-closes-route-30?source=rss

Published: Mon, 14 May 2012 11:10:17 -0700

Pennypacker Mills exhibit to commemorate 150th anniversary of Civil War

In commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, a new exhibit will open on Tuesday, May 15 at historic Pennypacker Mills. “Call to Arms! Emergency Militia in Pennsylvania during the Gettysburg Campaign” will focus on the citizen soldiers from Pennsylvania, who were the first forces to defend the Commonwealth from the Confederate invasion in June, 1863.
http://montgomerynews.com/articles/2012/05/17/springford_reporter_valley_item/news/doc4fb027d86c9d5961085108.txt

Published: Wed, 16 May 2012 22:18:48 -0700

Planners grilled on proposed chicken farm

For nearly nine exhausting hours, the team behind plans for a concentrated chicken farm to be located north of Gettysburg fielded questions, mostly from opposing neighbors.
http://www.eveningsun.com/localnews/ci_20698073/planners-grilled-proposed-chicken-farm?source=rss

Published: Thu, 24 May 2012 04:25:56 -0700