Happy Leap Day!

According to Wikipedia:

"February 29, also known as leap day or leap year day in the Gregorian calendar, is a date that occurs in most years that are divisible by 4, such as 2008, 2012, 2016, 2020, and 2024. Years that are divisible by 100, but not by 400, do not contain a leap day. Thus, 1700, 1800, and 1900 did not contain a leap day, 2100, 2200, and 2300 will not contain a leap day, while 1600 and 2000 did, and 2400 will. Years containing a leap day are called leap years. February 29 is the 60th day of the Gregorian calendar in such a year, with 306 days remaining until the end of the year. In theChinese calendar, this day will only occur in years of the monkey, dragon, and rat.

A leap day is observed because a complete revolution around the Sun takes slightly longer than 365 days. It compensates for this lag, realigning the calendar with the Earth's position in the Solar System; otherwise, seasons would occur in a different time than intended in the calendar year."

Shrek Night at the Market House on March 4

                             This Friday, 5-7 p.m.

             The Market House is open 4-8 p.m.

SHREK! - A sneak peek

The Columbia High School Theater Department performed a sneak preview of Shrek, The Musical at Hinkle's Pharmacy and Restaurant Thursday night.  Hinkle's donated 20% of patrons' restaurant bills to the Columbia Drama Booster Club.  Go HERE for a video.

Shrek, The Musical will be performed at the Columbia High School Auditorium on the following dates and times:

March 17th - 7 p.m.

March 18th - 7 p.m.

March 19th - 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for students and seniors.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What actual person was the inspiration for the character of Shrek?

The answer is HERE.

4th & Chestnut - A dangerous intersection?

The intersection at Fourth and Chestnut Streets has seen two vehicle accidents recently - exactly one week apart and at about the same time of day. The accident on Wednesday, February 24, involved a pickup truck.

As usual, emergency personnel responded promptly.

The guys from across the street at Susquehanna Automotive also responded to render assistance.

 Jeff from Susquehanna Automotive cleaned up debris.

One week ago, on Wednesday, February 17, a three-vehicle accident occurred at the same intersection . . .

New parking violation fees

The following parking violation fees were approved for 2016 by Columbia Borough Council in their 2016 fee schedule. New tickets will begin to be issued shortly reflecting these new fees. Look for an email blast with the new start date for the increased rates.

Borough still has recycling bins for residents

The Borough is still offering recycle bins for its residents. The newer bins are actually barrels and are heavier and taller than the previous ones, allowing more room for contents. Not only is it mandatory to recycle but the Borough receives state funds for recycling. PLEASE RECYCLE!

You may pick up your bin at the Borough Office front desk Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm.

You must bring identification to show you are a homeowner living in the Borough. A driver's license with your address, a utility bill or trash bill are examples of such identification.

To help with the distribution of bins for residents unable to come to the Borough office during working hours, the Borough is making the following dates available to pick up your free recycling bin:

Saturday, March 12, 2016 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Borough Office 308 Locust St.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016 4:30 pm to 7:30pm at Borough Office 308 Locust St.

The sturdy Rehrig Pacific bins are 24-1/2" high, with a top outside diameter of 22-1/2".

Once all residents have received bins, anyone can purchase additional bins for a cost of $15.00.

Rental properties must go through your landlord to obtain bins.

Borough Offices: 308 Locust Street, Columbia PA 17512 | Phone: 717-684-2467

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