One man's quest to remove trash from the Susquehanna River one canoe-full at a time

The plastic comes down one of the world's oldest major river systems in alarming volumes and relentless waves after each high-water event. But that doesn't discourage the 57-year-old John Naylor, who for the last four years has filled his canoe once or twice a week with plastics retrieved from the shallows, banks and shores.

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DEEDS RECORDED - COLUMBIA BOROUGH - FEB. 22, 2021

The estate of Peggy Lee Ressler Huber Mahoney, The estate of Peggy L. Huber, The estate of Peggy Lee Huber, Debby H. Wells, Paul R. Huber and Jeffery A. Huber conveyed property on Poplar Street to Kondaur Capital Corp. and Matawin Ventures Trust Series 2020-1 for $10.

Frederick E. Elslager and Alice M. Best conveyed property on a public road to James C. Horn Jr. for $130,000.

Joann M. Fritz conveyed 450 Avenue I to Samuel E. Esh for $73,000.

Robert K. Emel conveyed property on a public road to Robert K. Emel and Michelle B. Emel for $1.

Jonette R. Hall and Jonette Rose Russo conveyed property on South Sixth Street to Jonette Rose Russo for $1.

Katelin J. Droege and Katelin J. Hess conveyed 59 S. Sixth St. to Cody Gray and Jenna Behrens for $210,000.

[Source: LNP]

Fresh Express scheduled for Friday, Feb. 26, at 324 Walnut Street

 

About Town - February 21, 2021

Here's a look at the municipal building, 

aka Borough Hall.

The town clock is on council's meeting agenda for this Tuesday, because the clock mechanism needs to be replaced. Also on the agenda are several items related to the possible purchase of the McGinness Airport property, namely $144,000 in environmental studies, even though at least one such study was done in 2017. If the results of the studies are found to be satisfactory, the borough (we, the taxpayers) will most likely purchase the property, the most recent asking price of which was $1,495,000.

Here's another "outside" clock. This one's out along Route 462.

[Note: Due to a Google glitch, some photos refuse to center on the page.]

This snowman has a clock, too.

Let's hope this signifies time running out for winter weather.

Flags at the Buddhist temple on South 2nd

He can see clearly now.

The stitching is tearing again, revealing what lies beneath.

We should always know what lies beneath.

Columbia Water Tap sign protected by a tiny ancient warrior

There's an overturned baby carriage at Rotary Park.

But what's in the bag?

Speaking of bags, here's an overflowing dog poop station.

Damage from last week's tragic car accident down by the bridge

A memorial has sprung up there (shown here and below).

The bridge has leaks, as evidenced by these icicles.

The state needs to hurry up with that bridge renovation project.

Well, at least there's still some grass growing there.

In the 300 block of Avenue G - still the same arrangement

Yard ornament

Whoever left this cart has produced the only recent movement at this old building.

Life Lion with a watcher at the back window

Yes, we got hit with snow again this week.

Free meals from CHI

A contractor clearing out down on Union

Gutters down!

We're deep in the heart of it.

Let that snow fly - drivers in back be damned.

Mailbox down!

Sheriff in town

There he is.

Former feral feline

A sparrow holding on

And one hanging out

 

Evidence of a recent feeding frenzy

And here's fuel for another one:

Lady Gaga Oreos!

What'll they think of next?

Agenda - Columbia Borough Council Meeting - February 23, 2021

 

Download the meeting packet HERE.

Lancaster County Democrats Adopt Resolution Against Sedition

LCDC Calls for Resignation of Rep. Smucker, Investigation into PA State Senator Mastriano

Lancaster, PA: At its annual meeting this past weekend, the Lancaster County Democratic Committee (LCDC) announced the adoption of a Resolution Against Sedition by its members. The resolution calls for the resignation of U.S. Representative Lloyd Smucker for his objection to Pennsylvania's Electoral College results after the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol took place, as well as an investigation by the PA Attorney General into PA Senator Douglas Mastriano's misuse of public funds for partisan purposes.

"It is unthinkable that our representatives, including our own Rep. Smucker, would advocate for throwing out the votes of millions of their fellow Pennsylvanians" said Diane Topakian, Chair of the Lancaster County Democratic Committee. "After dozens of failed court cases which presented zero evidence of voter fraud, irresponsible politicians like Smucker continue to spread unfounded claims that the 2020 election was stolen. These lies have cost people their lives."

Additionally, the resolution names the members of the PA State Senate and the PA House of Representatives who signed amicus briefs in support of the baseless Texas v Pennsylvania, et al submitted to, and later rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court. These briefs were signed by a number of representatives from Lancaster County.

Click here to view the full resolution.

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About the Lancaster County Democrats: The Lancaster County Democratic Committee and represents the more than 100,000 registered Democrats across Lancaster County and the values that thousands more Lancastrians share, regardless of party. Those values — justice, equity, inclusion, and integrity — have been the foundation of communities here for centuries. Our purpose is to secure the rights of every Lancaster County family. Every Democrat in Lancaster County has someone they are fighting for; as the Lancaster County Democratic Committee, it’s our job to have their back.

Source: Press release

Lancaster County Democratic Committee endorses candidates for Columbia Borough Council and School Board

Candidates endorsed for Columbia Borough Council and School Board

At its first-ever fully virtual annual meeting and endorsement convention on February 13, 2021, the Lancaster County Democratic Committee voted to endorse in a number of races at the municipal, county, and state level.

“We try to do a public service by making our endorsements, especially in crowded primary elections” said Diane Topakian, Chair of the Lancaster County Democratic Committee. “By vetting candidates, seeing who brings the best qualifications and experience to the job, and who holds similar values to ours, our committee members endorse accordingly. Voters really appreciate their political party doing the research and homework on candidates. Now, our committee members are ready to get to work in support of these candidates.”

In addition to the PA Democratic Party’s endorsements at the state level, the Committee endorsed Timika R. Lane for Judge of the Pennsylvania Superior Court and Amanda Green-Hawkins for Judge of the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court. At the county level, the Committee endorsed Christopher Hess for County Controller. The Committee’s districts also announced their endorsements for a range of municipal offices. The full list of endorsements may be viewed here.

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About the Lancaster County Democrats: The Lancaster County Democratic Committee and represents the more than 100,000 registered Democrats across Lancaster County and the values that thousands more Lancastrians share, regardless of party. Those values — justice, equity, inclusion, and integrity — have been the foundation of communities here for centuries. Our purpose is to secure the rights of every Lancaster County family. Every Democrat in Lancaster County has someone they are fighting for; as the Lancaster County Democratic Committee, it’s our job to have their back.

Source: Press release