Emergency personnel responded to a vehicle accident Class 2 early this afternoon on the 600 block of Chestnut Street. A PT Cruiser hit a parked Jeep Cherokee.
Monday, March 24, 2014
Deputy Coroner called to scene
The Lancaster County Deputy Coroner was among those called to a Walnut Street residence this morning. Several Columbia Borough police officers were at the scene, also.
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Gas leak - Two children taken to hospital
Firemen enter 341 North Second.
Personnel donned oxygen masks.
Fire Chief Scott Ryno coordinated efforts at the scene.
A fireman took readings for gas and CO.
Once more into the breach.
Paul Miles gave directions on positioning a fan.
Saturday, March 22, 2014
Haters gonna hate
I'm surprised at all the recent negativity aimed at Columbia's mention in Smithsonian Magazine as one of the "20 best small towns to visit." And by negativity, I'm referring to name-calling, snarky comments, and outright condescension. Some people's eyes must be going funny from all the looks they're giving down their noses.
In this blog, I've sometimes been critical of the town, and with cause, but I've also given credit where it's due. Most of the time, my criticisms are aimed at prodding local officials and pointing out problems.
I was born and raised in Columbia and still live here. I walk and drive its streets. I patronize its businesses almost daily, and I've paid taxes for years. For those reasons, I reserve the right to be critical. Can the naysayers cite similar claims for the right to be derogatory? Is there a valid justification for it?
For current residents who are consistently negative about the town: What have you done to improve the community? For that matter, why are you still here?
For those from outside the community: Jealous much? Because I'm convinced jealousy is what's driving the vehement contempt and grade school level name-calling. Columbia has finally gotten much-deserved recognition, and some people just can't handle it.
Of course, we all have the freedom to express our opinions, even uninformed ones. I've been reading a lot of those lately.
In this blog, I've sometimes been critical of the town, and with cause, but I've also given credit where it's due. Most of the time, my criticisms are aimed at prodding local officials and pointing out problems.
I was born and raised in Columbia and still live here. I walk and drive its streets. I patronize its businesses almost daily, and I've paid taxes for years. For those reasons, I reserve the right to be critical. Can the naysayers cite similar claims for the right to be derogatory? Is there a valid justification for it?
For current residents who are consistently negative about the town: What have you done to improve the community? For that matter, why are you still here?
For those from outside the community: Jealous much? Because I'm convinced jealousy is what's driving the vehement contempt and grade school level name-calling. Columbia has finally gotten much-deserved recognition, and some people just can't handle it.
Of course, we all have the freedom to express our opinions, even uninformed ones. I've been reading a lot of those lately.
Friday, March 21, 2014
You know you're from (fill in the blank) if you are a member of a Facebook nostalgia group
The memories are flowing on the "You know you're from Columbia PA if" Facebook group, which began just a month ago and already has more than 4,000 members.
Carol Powell named superintendent for Columbia School District; takes post July 1
Columbia School District's long search for a new superintendent came to a close on Thursday when the school board approved the hiring of Carol Powell as the district's new leader.
Powell will begin her term at Columbia on July 1 at a salary of $115,000 for a three-year term.
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