Local organizations recognized by Columbia Borough

Mayor Leo Lutz presented certificates of appreciation from the Borough of Columbia to two local organizations for their donations to the Columbia Borough Police Department, at Monday night's borough council meeting.

A certificate was presented to American Legion Post 372 for its donation of $6,000. A second certificate was presented to the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge for its donation of $1,800. The funds were used by the police department to purchase body armor and tactical helmets for officers.

Chief Jack Brommer holds a body armor vest alongside Mayor Leo Lutz and officers of American Legion Post 372.

Mayor Lutz and Chief Brommer with representatives of The Loyal Order of Moose Lodge.

"Rose Under Fire" discussion at Library Wednesday night

Meetings for the Week of February 13, 2017

Borough:

Municipal Building, 308 Locust Street

School Board:

District Administration Building, 200 N. 5th Street

PRE-SCHOOL PALS at Columbia Library Monday morning

PAGAN-RIVERA, JOSE ANGEL - VIOLATION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE ACT (POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER HEROIN) AND 1 ADDITIONAL CHARGE

                   Jose Angel Pagan-Rivera

On February 11, 2017 at approximately 3:00 pm Officers from the Columbia Borough Police Department responded to the 400 Blk of Ave I for a report of an assault in progress.  Officers located a dark colored Audi sedan blocking the alley and a Hispanic male and a white female standing outside.  The female victim, a 39 year old Columbia woman had visible minor facial injuries.  Officers learned from witnesses in the area that the male had struck her in the face.  As a result, Jose Angel Pagan-Rivera was arrested for simple assault domestic violence.  Officers recovered 14 packets of heroin and a large sum of cash from Pagan-Rivera consistent with drug sales. 

Jose Angel Pagan-Rivera was charged with one felony count of possession with intent to deliver heroin and one misdemeanor count of simple assault domestic violence.  He was taken to Central Booking located at the Lancaster County Prison for arraignment.  He was arraigned and committed to Lancaster County Prison in lieu of $75,000.00 bail and a State Parole violation. 

All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Case Number: 

12256-02-11-17

Arrest Date: 

Saturday, February 11, 2017

Charges:

• Violation of Controlled Substance Act (Possession with intent to deliver heroin)
• Simple assault domestic violence

Source: 

Columbia Borough Police Department

Learn to paint like Cezanne and Van Gogh at SCCA this month

Dear Friends of the SCCA,

Master Artist, Ange Bentivegna is offering painting classes (parties) in February and March at the Susquehanna Center for the Creative Arts, Columbia.

February is the month of the color Red.

We are recreating the vibrance and boldness of the Master Artists from the Past. Through the guidance of your art instructor you will be taught how to see a painting in a new way.

Ange will simplify the creative process to give you the confidence to paint like a master artist.

Join in on the most creative fun-filled evening, where you can socialize with your friends and learn to paint a masterpiece. No prior art training needed.

  

Cezanne, "Tulips" - February  21,  6-8 p.m.          

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Van Gogh, "Poppies in white Vase" - February 25, 6-8 p.m.

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Susuqehanna Center for the Creative Arts

224Locust Street

Columbia, PA 17512

717-576-9628 or 717-580-9031

Free eye exams for Columbia children at Family First on April 1

Family First Health is partnering with Envolve to bring the Vision Van to Columbia on Saturday, April 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Vision Van offers FREE eye exams and FREE prescription glasses (if needed) to children 5 years and older who may not otherwise be able to afford these services.

The Vision Van will be parked on Locust St. directly in front of Family First Health on April 1. The screenings are first come, first served and parents will need to sign a consent form. Family First Health will open its doors so that we can have our guests wait in our lobby and have access to restrooms until it is time for them to be screened. If children need an extensive eye screening, they will hop on the van and be evaluated by an eye doctor. Those needing glasses will be able to select theirs from a wide selection of different colors/styles and the glasses are shipped directly to their home.

To make the event run smoothly, consent forms should be filled out prior to coming to the event. Download and print the consent form shown below: