Head-on with police cruiser at 5th & Walnut

A police cruiser and a Honda Civic collided head-on on North Fifth Street near the intersection at Walnut shortly before 4:30 this afternoon. The driver of the Honda was taken to the hospital by ambulance. The officer was checked by QRS at the scene and was taken to the hospital, also.

The exact circumstances of the accident are unclear at this point. State police are investigating.

We're going to "set back" for a spell

Columbia Spy will be in "Setback Mode" for the next week or so, meaning that it will be operating in a low-energy, Ben Carson-like state while we undergo much-needed maintenance. We will still post the occasional announcement - or even a major story, if one occurs - and will return to full operating strength in the near future.

Fright Night - October 31

Local Artist Re-Imagines Disney Princesses as Discarded Chewing Gum Outside of Stover's News in Columbia

GO HERE:
http://peopleoflancaster.com/local-artist-re-imagines-disney-princesses-discarded-chewing-gum-outside-stovers-news-columbia/

Yard waste, leaf pickup

Fire Safety Open House

The Columbia Borough Risk Watch Coalition presented a Fire Safety Open House Wednesday night at the Columbia Borough Fire Department. Activities included free rides in fire trucks, apparatus and equipment displays, and water safety demonstrations.

Vehicles from several departments lined up for the event.

Visitors checked out the inside of an ambulance.

 Ranae Tibbens of Chiques Rock Outfitters gave Brooke Barnhart tips on kayak safety.

 It goes all the way up.

All lined up. 

Fire Chief Scott Ryno making a point.

 Mayor Lutz reading a proclamation.

 Holding down the sign.

 Tools of the trade.

 Climbing the ladder.

 A look inside.

 Emerging from the smoke.

 Night lights

Lights in the sky

National Watch and Clock Museum to hold Witching Hour Halloween Ball October 31

Welcome all witches and creatures of fright, devils, demons, and ghouls of the night! Like a witch on her broomstick, time will fly on October 31 as the National Watch and Clock Museum holds its first Witching Hour Halloween Ball.

On this Daylight Saving Time weekend join the Museum from 7 to 10 p.m. as it marks the end of daylight saving time with mysterious music, devilish drinks, and hallowing hors doeuvres.  A haunting hearse will welcome each guest to the Museum, and a spooky signature drink will be available at the cash bar. Costumes always add to the fun and are strongly encouraged, but not required. Parisan and Sons Entertainment will provide the dance music, and media sponsor 96.1 SOX will announce winners of several categories for best costume.

Tickets for this 21 and over event are $15 per person and $25 per couple and may be purchased by calling 717-684-8261 ext. 211 or visiting museumoftime.org.

The National Watch and Clock Museum is operated by the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) association with over 14,000 members, representing 52 countries. April through November the Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.  December through March hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. From Memorial Day through Labor Day the Museum is also open on Mondays. Discounts are available to seniors, students, AAA members, and groups of 10 or more. Groups of 10 or more are encouraged to call ahead.  For more program information, directions, or general Museum information, call 717-684-8261 or visit our website at www.museumoftime.org.