Monthly News & Updates

July-Aug 2026 | 017

Dobbin House Square Semiquincentennial

Community Media was honored to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Dobbin House, including the unveiling of the Pennsylvania Semiquincentennial Bell and the Charters of Freedom at the newly established Dobbin House Square. As part of the celebration, Community Media also created the motion graphics presentation that was projected onto the front of the historic Dobbin House for a special evening exhibition on August 29.

Hanover Liberty Bell Dedication

Hanover dedicated its new “Building Community” Liberty Bell on July 20 as part of America250PA’s Bells Across PA initiative. Designed by local artist Mary Moores, the bell celebrates Hanover with colorful local imagery and a distinctive pretzel-patterned border.

United Way Ribbon Cutting

United Way of Adams County celebrated the grand opening of its new location at The Outlets at Gettysburg with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house. During the event, Board Chair Alesia Reese announced Emily Kaltenbaugh as the organization's new Executive Director. United Way of Adams County celebrated the grand opening of its new location at The Outlets at Gettysburg with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house. During the event, Board Chair Alesia Reese announced Emily Kaltenbaugh as the organization's new Executive Director. 

Chamber Event at

Community Media

Vaughn Crouse with Destination Gettysburg shard valuable insights on tourism and its impact on our local economy while helping connect our business community at a Lunch & Learn in August. Presented by the New Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce.


America 250th continues

In partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society and in collaboration with Gettysburg History, York History Center, Hanover Area Historical Society and others, we've created a series of shorts videos exploring the revolution era history of our area. Thanks to the Robert C. Hoffman Charitable Endowment Trust for support of this project. Take a look at New Oxford Area Historical Society's YouTube page. New videos are added weekly...

 

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Open House Programming

Exchange Club of Hanover: Healing Field 2026


 Bill Wineholt and George Hubbard of the Exchange Club of Hanover discuss plans for the 2026 Healing Field, commemorating the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.


Historic Gettysburg Adams County


Curt Musselman and Bob McIlhenny from Historic Gettysburg Adams County (HGAC). They discuss the organization’s history and mission, how they became involved, and the important work HGAC does to preserve historic barns throughout Adams County and their upcoming Historic Barns Tour Fundraiser.

Gettysburg History


Andrew Dalton, President and CEO of Gettysburg History talks about his passion for history that led him to the organization. Discover the work Gettysburg History is doing, and explore its mission to preserve and educate others about the history of Gettysburg and the surrounding communities.


Chris Berger


 Gettysburg Borough Council member Chris Berger discusses his background, his passion for public service, and the many ways he works to strengthen both the Borough and it's community.

Hanover Lions Club


 Ann Snyder, Ken Zinn, and Dan McKinney from the Hanover Lions Club share the club’s mission, their individual roles, the impact the organization has on the community, and how you can become involved.

You can also listen to ‘Open House’ programs on your favorite Podcast platform…

 

Special Programming

Sports Chat Speical


Terry Conrad, inducted into the Adams County Sports Hall of Fame in 2025, Thomas Conrad, a 2018 Hall of Fame inductee, and their father, Tom Conrad. Together, they share stories about their family's athletic legacy, the values that have guided them, and their lifelong passion for sports.

Gabor Boritt Life and Legacy Celebration


Gabor S. Boritt was a renowned Civil War historian, longtime Gettysburg College professor, and founder of the Civil War Institute. A gifted storyteller, author, and mentor, his passion for history inspired generations of students and scholars, leaving a lasting legacy in Gettysburg and beyond.


Community Focus


In collaboration with the Gettysburg Times, we invite you to join us each month as we dive into the rich tapestry of local stories found in the Times that make South Central Pennsylvania truly special. 

Local Government meeting coverage…

Gettysburg

Stay up to date with what is going on in your community government.

Live streams and recordings of Gettysburg, Hanover, McSherrystown, and Carroll Valley borough meetings can be found on our website and social media sites.

Hanover

Carroll Valley

McSherrystown

This month from the Archives…


Watch classic video of our community, available now on our Archive page, including this Adams County Historical Society meeting coverage from 1997 featuring Sally Rodgers!


What's Happening ● Sports Chat ● Trivia

As always stay connected to the community and watch our weekly programs ‘What’s Happening’, and ‘Sports Chat’. Or have a bit of fun and play along with ‘Community Media’s Trivia’ every Tuesday night!’

Bulletin Board and Community Calendar


We promote dozens of local public events for free though our online Community Calendar and our Electronic Bulletin Board which is aired through the programming day. It is broadcasted to over 40,000 household in the Adams/York area and streamed through our 24/7 live stream. To submit an event email us the info to info@communitymedia.net

 

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Community Media programming is made possible by the support of these boroughs and townships by a portion of their cable franchise fees. Thank you!


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Straban Township

Gettysburg Borough

New Oxford Borough

Berwick Township


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Abbotstown Borough

Freedom Township

Hamiltonban Township


Annual Contribution

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Germany Township

Hamilton Township

Hamiltonban Township

Mount Pleasant Township

Oxford Township

Reading Township


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