Monday, July 10, 2023
Why you should never feed waterfowl bread
(WTNH) — As the weather gets warmer, wildlife officials are reminding people not to feed waterfowl bread. While pinching off pieces and tossing it out may seem like a good thing to do, it can cause ducks, geese and swans to develop severe or even fatal health problems.
MORE:https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/why-you-should-never-feed-waterfowl-bread/
MORE:https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/why-you-should-never-feed-waterfowl-bread/
Public Utility Commission plans July 12 public input hearing for Columbia Water Company's 15.5% rate hike
The PUC recently put the rate hike request on hold while it investigates. Columbia Water's request has been challenged by the state's Office of Consumer Advocate and Office of Small Business Advocate.
The two hearings are scheduled for July 12. The first hearing will begin at 1 p.m. and the second hearing will begin at 6:30 p.m. PUC Administrative Law judges Mary D. Long and Charece Z. Collins will preside over the hearings.
Columbia Water provides service to approximately 12,154 customers in Lancaster and York counties, including those in Columbia, Mountville, and Marietta boroughs, as well as West Hempfield, Rapho, East Donegal and Manor townships. Columbia Water also provides service to customers in Hellam Township, York County.
Columbia Water said the rate increase – its first in five years – is needed to meet higher energy and material costs, support long-term infrastructure replacement programs and to reflect capital additions the utility put into service since its last base rate increase. The proposed rate increase would bring in about $999,900 in new funding annually, according to the utility.
How to sign up to testify
To testify at one of the telephonic public input hearings, pre-register with Judge Long's office by 3 p.m. on July 11. Pre-registration can be completed by emailing Nick Miskanic at nmiskanic@pa.gov or by calling 412-565-3550 (leave a message) and providing:
Individuals will testify in the order in which they pre-register.
How to sign up to testify
To testify at one of the telephonic public input hearings, pre-register with Judge Long's office by 3 p.m. on July 11. Pre-registration can be completed by emailing Nick Miskanic at nmiskanic@pa.gov or by calling 412-565-3550 (leave a message) and providing:
- Your first and last name.
- The time (1 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.) of the hearing at which you wish to testify.
- The telephone number you will be using to call into the hearing.
- A phone number where you can be reached prior to the hearing.
- Email address if you have one.
Individuals will testify in the order in which they pre-register.
Those who do not wish to testify but want to listen can contact Judge Long's office through the means above to obtain call-in information.
https://lancasteronline.com/business/local_business/public-utility-commission-plans-july-12-public-input-hearing-for-columbia-water-companys-15-5/article_cfcaa57c-16b0-11ee-b9f6-4b50328500e4.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=user-share
Deeds Recorded - Columbia Borough - July 10, 2023
Nikolaus Family Foundation conveyed property on a public road to Holy Trinity Parish Columbia for $1.
The estate of Darlene M. Splain conveyed property on a public road to Joshua Michael Mihaljevic for $142,000.
David M. Geltz and Stacey A. Geltz conveyed property on a public road to Alex Jedraszczak for $261,000.
Adrian M. White and Heather A. White conveyed 437 Cherry St. to Carlos M. Goyco Jr. and Cassidi N. Adams for $215,000.
Randy L. Ernst, Donna M. Ernst, David L. Leschke, Deborah L. Leschke and Randy L. Ernst conveyed 334 S. Third St. to Valley View Capital LLC for $101,000.
Michael L. McKonly and Patricia B. McKonly conveyed 830 Chestnut St. to Michael L. McKonly and Patricia B. McKonly for $1.
Columbia Borough conveyed property on a public road to Cimarron Investments LLC for $60,000.
Sunday, July 9, 2023
About Town - July 9, 2023
This week's photos of Columbia
(Click/tap on photos to see larger, sharper images.)
This scooter rider was going with the flow on Walnut Street.
Some clouds after the storm
Tanker on the tracks.
Columbia is known for its antiques, like this one at Tollbooth.
Goin' fishin'
Time to paint
Watch out for that wake!
Was it a "rescue mission"?
Time for a pit stop
Ready to party or party over?
When there's no tree well . . .
Friday, July 7, 2023
6 ways to help Pennsylvania's at-risk firefly population
Turn off the lights
One of the easiest ways to help fireflies is also free. Turn off outdoor lights. Light sources from people make it difficult for fireflies to signal each other. Keep the lights off at least during firefly season: late June through mid-July. If you need lights in specific areas, point them down and at spots like steps. Adding motion detectors or timers also helps reduce light pollution.
Cut down on mowing
Mowing frequently can disturb fireflies, which stay close to the ground during the day. You don't need to turn your entire lawn into a meadow but keep at least a small area with tall grass to provide habitat. Or keep your entire lawn 3.5 or 4 inches tall, according to University of New Hampshire's Extension.
Leave leaves
Some firefly larvae spend up to two years in leaf litter. Leaving leaves gives them a chance to grow into flying, flashing adults.
Provide a water source
Most fireflies like being close to water. Even if you don't have a pond, create a wet habitat with a bird bath or water feature.
Stop using pesticides
Pesticides that kill things like grubs and slugs can also kill fireflies. If you worry about snails, slugs and caterpillars, remember that fireflies eat insects like these.
Research fireflies
You don't need a yard to join a community science project. The Butlers suggest Firefly Watch (lanc.news/fwatch). While organized by Mass Audubon, anyone in North America can track fireflies. To help, spend at least 10 minutes once a week during firefly season watching fireflies in one location. Count the fireflies. Watch for flash patterns and submit your results.
Columbia inmate dies at York County Prison
The York County Coroner's Office identified the inmate as Haywood Dixon Jr., 39, of Columbia Lancaster County.
"It is reported that Dixon had declined medical staff's assistance when they were attempting to provide routine medical care yesterday. Later in the evening, Dixon began complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath and then became unresponsive," a statement from the coroner's office said.
EMS was called and attempted to resuscitate Dixon. He was pronounced dead at 12:06 a.m. Friday.
An autopsy has been scheduled.
The coroner's office said, as per protocol with inmate deaths, Pennsylvania State Police is the investigating agency.
Dixon had been in prison since Wednesday after being arrested Tuesday for possession of a firearm without a license, four drug possession charges, resisting arrest, and three driving offenses. Dixon was unable to post the $75,000 bail.
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