Delone Catholic Strengthens Future-Ready Curriculum with New Business Leadership Team
Delone Catholic High School is entering a bold new chapter with the appointment of two local leaders to head its newly established School of Business & Entrepreneurship. Bradly Gossert joins the faculty as the Director of Business & Entrepreneurship Education, while alumna Angela (Smith) Klunk ’93, P’16, P’20, P’28 returns to her roots as the program’s Business Education Advisor. The appointments are a direct fulfillment of the Academics & Technology objectives outlined in the school’s strategic
Two New Businesses Open in Downtown Hanover, Honoring Family Legacy and Community Tradition
Hanover, PA — On Friday, April 3, 2026, Main Street Hanover proudly celebrated the opening of two new businesses in downtown Hanover: Tommy Johns’ Tavern and Timeless Betty. Both establishments bring fresh energy to the district while honoring deep family roots and personal legacies.Located at 15 Center Square, Tommy Johns’ Tavern marks the transformation of the historic Hotel Hanover into a full-service restaurant and bar with seating for up to 150 guests. For third-generation owner Tommy Hufnagle III,
How Hanover-Area Businesses Can Scale Market Research Without the Big Budget
Almost 45% of new businesses fail within their first five years, with poor market fit and failure to adapt to market changes among the leading causes. For the businesses that make up the Hanover Area Chamber community — where more than 90% of members have 25 or fewer employees — that's not a statistic to file away. It's a reason to treat market research as an ongoing business function, not a launch-week activity. Scaling your research doesn't require hiring a consulting firm; it means building habits and
Delone Catholic High School Unveils Timeless Excellence Strategic Plan
MCSHERRYSTOWN, Pa. — Delone Catholic High School is officially turning the page to its next chapter. Today, the school announced its new strategic plan, Timeless Excellence: Our Next Chapter, a vision that honors the school’s decades-long history while modernizing the student experience for a rapidly changing world. The plan is the result of an intensive, community-wide effort involving teachers, parents, alumni, and local leaders. To ensure a professional and sustainable roadmap, Delone Catholic
Town Hall Meeting Announced to Discuss Potentially Removing Fluoride From the Borough Water Supply
Hanover, Pa. – Borough of Hanover Manager Margie Lewis and Council President Tim Kress have announced a town hall meeting to discuss the potential removal of fluoride from the drinking water supplied by the Borough of Hanover. The town hall will be held on April 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Council Chambers in the Borough of Hanover Public Administration Building located at 33 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA, 17331. The meeting will be a listen-and-learn session to gather public input on
The UPMC Kidney Transplant Program at UPMC Harrisburg Awarded ELITE Status from INTERLINK
HARRISBURG, PA., April 3, 2026 — The Kidney Transplant Program at UPMC Harrisburg recently achieved ELITE status from INTERLINK COE Networks & Programs as part of its Programs of Excellence transplant network. ELITE is the highest designation within the network and is awarded to only a small number of transplant programs nationwide after peer comparisons across key performance measures. INTERLINK COE Networks & Programs (Interlink Health) is a managed care organization that develops Centers of
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center Announces 6 Youth Summer Camps
Hanover, Pennsylvania - Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is proud to announce six youth summer camps centered on the performing arts. These weeklong programs are designed to inspire creativity, allowing young participants to explore new musical interests or further develop their existing passions. Four theater camps will be led by Jessica Staub and the team from Acts of Kindness Theatre Co., offering a creative and engaging experience for young participants. All theater camps are open to children ages 7
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UPMC and OIP Open New Orthopaedic Clinic in York County to Meet Community Need
YORK, Pa. – (April 2, 2026) In response to York County’s growing population and the fact that one in two Americans will need care for an orthopaedic condition in their lifetime, UPMC and Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania (OIP) have opened a new clinic in York to meet community needs. The new OIP clinic, located 520 Greenbriar Road, York, will welcome patients on April 6 and will be staffed by sixteen physicians and ten advanced practice providers between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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Barley Snyder Partner Paul Mattaini Named Honoree in Leaders in Law by CPBJ
Lancaster, PA – Barley Snyder is proud to announce that partner Paul G. Mattaini has been named a 2026 Leaders in Law honoree in the “Dealmakers” category by the Central Penn Business Journal. The Leaders in Law awards recognize individuals whose leadership — both in the legal profession and in the community — has had a positive impact in the region. Honorees demonstrate outstanding achievements, professional involvement and community support. The “Dealmakers” category honors corporate and transactional
Ken Wolfe, President and Managing Principal at Brown Plus, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is proud to share that Ken Wolfe, CPA, CGMA, President and Managing Principal, has been announced as a recipient of Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2026 Leaders in Business & Finance award in the Lifetime Achievement category. The Leaders in Business and Finance awards recognize business and financial professionals who have made outstanding contributions to their organizations and to the Central Pennsylvania community. The Lifetime Achievement
Required Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for April 13-16, 2026
Hanover, Pa. – The Borough of Hanover Department of Water Resources will perform required semi-annual hydrant flushing the week of April 13 - 16, 2026, beginning at 8:00 AM and concluding around 4:00 PM daily. Public hydrants and dead-end lines located west of Baltimore and Carlisle Streets including McSherrystown Borough and Conewago Township will be flushed on Monday and Tuesday, April 13 & 14. Hydrants located east of Baltimore and Carlisle Streets will be flushed on Wednesday and Thursday, April 15 &
UPMC Empowering Wellness through Annual Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference
HARRISBURG, PA., March 31, 2026 — UPMC Magee-Womens and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. with the support of UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, hosted the annual Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference on March 28 at the Penn Harris Hotel Convention Center. Dedicated to empowering women living with cancer, the comprehensive one-day free event focused on wellness and was attended by over 100 participants. “Survivorship extends far beyond medical follow-up,” said Beth Rudge, CRNP, WHNP-BC, program
Most Hanover Businesses Already Have the Data — Visualization Is How You Read It
Data visualization converts raw business numbers — sales figures, customer counts, inventory levels — into charts, graphs, and dashboards that surface patterns at a glance. For the small businesses that make up more than 90% of the Hanover Area Chamber's membership, that translation from spreadsheet rows to visual formats can be the difference between catching a problem early and reacting after it compounds. The tools to make that shift are more accessible than most owners realize — and the cost of
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Brown Plus Named a Top Regional Firm in the Mid-Atlantic in 2026
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, was recently named a Top Regional Firm in the Mid-Atlantic on Accounting Today’s list of the Top 100 Firms and Regional Leaders in 2026. This year marks the fifth consecutive year that Brown Plus has been included on the list of the top regional accounting firms within the United States. Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms and Regional Leaders list is an annual ranking of the leading public accounting and professional service firms by region, based on a
Summary of Borough of Hanover Council Meeting Held on March 25, 2026
The following are the highlights of the Borough Council’s meeting held on March 25, 2026. Supporting documents on most items of Council business are available on the Borough website (www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov) under “Agendas and Minutes”. BOROUGH COUNCIL ACTIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS: The following special event permits were approved:Lager Fest on Saturday, May 9, 2026Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25, 2026Walk a Mile in Her Shoes on Friday, August 7, 202630th Annual Hanover
First Friday Art Walk Returns to Downtown Hanover on April 3
Hanover, PA — Downtown Hanover will once again come alive with creativity on Friday, April 3, from 5:00–8:00 PM, as the First Friday Art Walk returns with a vibrant lineup of regional artists and participating businesses.Organized and hosted by Little Fox Coffee & Books and proudly sponsored by Main Street Hanover, First Friday Art Walks are a monthly celebration of local art and community. On the first Friday of each month, downtown Hanover businesses transform into gallery spaces showcasing rotating
Two Downtown Hanover Businesses Honored at Annual Chamber Awards
Hanover, PA — The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the achievements of local businesses and community leaders at its annual Business Awards event, recognizing outstanding contributions across multiple categories. This year, two downtown Hanover businesses were among the honorees, highlighting the strength and impact of the Main Street district.Aldus Brewing Company received the Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Brown Plus. This award recognizes a Chamber member business
Borough of Hanover Reservoir Park Master Plan Public Presentation
Hanover, Pa. – The Borough of Hanover invites the community to an open house presentation on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. to be held in the Council Chambers of the Public Administration Building, 33 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania. This presentation will focus on proposed recreation enhancements at Long Arm and Sheppard-Myers Reservoirs as part of the development of a comprehensive master plan for the reservoir parks created in collaboration with YSM Landscape Architects. Previously,
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First Annual Mocktails on Main Street Stroll in Downtown Hanover for April’s 2nd Saturday
Hanover, PA — Main Street Hanover invites the community to sip, stroll, and explore during the Mocktails on Main Street Stroll on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM in Downtown Hanover as part of the monthly 2nd Saturday celebration.This unique, alcohol-free tasting experience allows visitors to sample creative mocktails crafted by a variety of downtown businesses while enjoying shopping, art, music, and the vibrant energy of Hanover’s historic downtown. From refreshing classics to bold new
God’s Meal Barrel Announces Participation in Give Local York
HANOVER, PA (February 24, 2026) – God’s Meal Barrel, a food pantry in Hanover, PA, has announced its participation in this year’s Give Local York event. God’s Meal Barrel has been feeding patrons and families in need since 1986. They proudly serve the Gettysburg, Bonneville, New Oxford, Abbottstown, East Berlin, Spring Grove, and Hanover areas. Their message began in 1986 when the late Doris and Glenn Wolff began the food pantry to “FEED MY PEOPLE.” God’s Meal Barrel depends solely on food and financial
Give Local York 2026: York County’s Biggest Day of Giving Returns on April 30 & May 1
York, PA - The countdown is on to Give Local York 2026, set for April 30 - May 1, 2026, when thousands of our neighbors will once again come together to show their love for the community that gives so much back. As York County’s biggest day of giving, Give Local York has raised more than $30 million since its inception, fueling hundreds of local nonprofits that make a daily difference across the region. Hosted by the White Rose Leadership Institute, Give Local York empowers people to invest directly in
Discover Hanover® 2026 is now available digitally and via print!
Hanover, PA-- The 18th edition of the Discover Hanover® magazine is officially available to read digitally and via print. Discover Hanover serves as a guide for locals and tourists alike, encouraging them to explore the area. The publication is produced with the support of Explore York, promoting a united York County by including Hanover in local promotional efforts. Click here to access a digital copy of Discover Hanover® 2026! “As a young professional, I am absolutely delighted to spearhead my first
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WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital earns 2026 Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
YORK, Pa. (March 10, 2026) – Reflecting WellSpan’s commitment to safe, patient-centered care, Healthgrades, a national resource for consumers to find and help review a doctor or hospital, announced today that WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital earned its 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award. This distinction recognizes the hospital for being in the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for patient safety. “This achievement further underscores the commitment of our physicians, nurses and care teams to deliver
Borough of Hanover Under Drought Watch: Voluntary Water Conservation in Effect
Hanover, PA — Along with several surrounding counties, York County is currently assessed at “Drought Watch” level according to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), while Adams County is assessed at “Drought Warning” level. Therefore, the Borough of Hanover is asking all water customers to voluntarily reduce water usage. The Borough recommends the following measures to conserve water as published by the PA DEP:Check and repair any household leaks;Run the dishwasher and
Sheppard Farm Celebrates 50 years of Scottish Highland Cattle—Join the Celebration!
Hanover, PA—Join Sheppard Farms during our yearlong celebration of 50 years of raising Scottish Highland Cattle! We will be open monthly to invite visitors to enjoy the animals and the preserved agricultural space from February to December. You can follow us on our website, Facebook and Instagram to keep up to date on Farm activites and events! Started in 1976 by Peter H Sheppard as a hobby with 5 cows, a calf and a bull, our operation has blossomed into one of the oldest standing herds in the Nation
The Structural Errors That Quietly Derail New Businesses
Most small business owners don’t fail because of bad ideas. They struggle because early structural decisions compound quietly. The first year isn’t about brilliance — it’s about discipline, clarity, and control. When structure is weak, stress grows. When structure is solid, momentum becomes sustainable.Quick Takeaways Profit matters more than revenue volume. Clear positioning attracts better customers. Organized systems reduce costly mistakes. Cash reserves protect decision-making
Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union and Employees Contributed $4,785 to Local York Nonprofits in 2025
Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union and Employees Contributed $4,785 to Local York Nonprofits in 2025 York, PA – January 2026 – Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that its employees, through their quarterly “Casual for a Cause” program, donated a total of $4,785 in 2025 to four local nonprofit organizations. The contributions, which include employee donations matched by the Credit Union, underscore Heritage Valley’s commitment to supporting the community. The nonprofits selected
Attracting Skilled Talent: Recruitment Marketing Essentials for Hanover Area Employers
Recruitment marketing is now a core business capability for every organization in the Hanover region seeking to win great talent in a competitive labor market. As jobseekers prioritize transparency, community connection, and clear value, employers must present themselves with intention and consistency across every digital and in-person touchpoint. Learn below: How to communicate your organization’s value clearly Ways to strengthen community visibility and trust Practical tools to nurture candidate
How Small Businesses Can Keep Cash Flow Strong: A Practical Guide for Hanover Area Entrepreneurs
Running a small business in the Hanover area means wearing a lot of hats — but one of the most critical (and sometimes overlooked) is the “cash flow manager.” Keeping cash flow healthy isn’t just about survival; it’s about setting the stage for steady, sustainable growth. TL;DR Cash flow is the heartbeat of your business.To keep it strong: Invoice clearly and consistently. Track expenses daily, not monthly. Forecast, even roughly. Separate savings for taxes and
Resilient by Design: A Local Founder’s Roadmap to Managing Business Risk
Every founder faces it—the tightrope between innovation and uncertainty. Smart risk management isn’t about avoiding danger; it’s about designing systems that let your business take confident, calculated leaps. This guide is built for small-to-mid-sized founders across South Central Pennsylvania. Whether you’re scaling operations or managing local partnerships, the goal is to help you balance ambition with resilience. If you’re just starting to map your risks, the SBA Emergency Preparedness page offers a
Starting a Small Business? Avoid These 10 Costly Beginner Errors
Starting a small business is exciting — but it’s also filled with hidden traps that can derail growth before it begins. From underestimating cash flow needs to skipping critical legal processes, even well-intentioned founders often make avoidable mistakes. Below, we’ll break down the ten most common missteps, practical ways to prevent them, and essential resources to help you navigate your first years confidently. 1. Ignoring Legal and Documentation Basics Many new business owners rush to launch
Looking Into Small Business Services in the Age of Intelligent Tools
Launching, running, or scaling a small business has never been more complex — and more promising. Owners are facing both shifting customer expectations and an explosion of accessible digital tools. Intelligent technologies are transforming routine services, from bookkeeping to customer engagement, and the businesses that adapt early are gaining a competitive edge. Smarter Tools for Everyday Operations Local businesses increasingly rely on digital platforms to manage daily tasks. From virtual
The Power in the Telling: How Smart Businesses Use Story to Connect
Every business wants to be heard, but few consider how they're telling their story. Messaging isn't just about mission statements or slogans anymore—it’s about how people feel when they hear your name in a room. Whether it's a pitch to potential investors, a company-wide meeting, or a product launch aimed at customers, the art of business storytelling is shaping how brands earn trust and loyalty. The companies that get it right don’t just deliver facts; they frame those facts in narratives that resonate
BBBS of South-Central PA Wins Agency of the Year Award
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Honored with 2024 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Agency of The Year AwardThe agency is recognized for their exemplary leadership in delivering high-impact, one-on-one mentoring programs that support the growth and success of local youth.Harrisburg, PA (June 18, 2025) - Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA has been recognized as a Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Agency of the Year Award Winner for program and team excellence in 2024. Out
Reinventing the Wheel: How Modern Tools Can Scale Your Market Research
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Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
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Secure Your Venture: Crafting a Resilient Financial Blueprint for Your Small Business
In the intricate dance of business management, establishing a robust financial safety net is akin to perfecting your steps to a harmonious rhythm. Every facet, from using PDFs to manage business documents to collaborating with financial experts, plays a pivotal role in maintaining your business's fiscal health and propelling it toward sustained growth. Here is a step-by-step approach to weaving a strong financial fabric that not only cushions your business against uncertainties but also positions it for
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Visitors often inquire about the Hanover Historic District, which is known for its over 2600 mid-19th to mid-20th-century buildings.
In Hanover, Pennsylvania, history enthusiasts can enjoy a journey through time with visits to the Hanover Area Historical Society Museum, which showcases the town’s rich past; the Warehime-Myers Mansion, a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century architecture; and the Neas House, one of the oldest surviving structures in Hanover, offering a glimpse into the life of the 18th-century Pennsylvania German settlers. These historical landmarks provide a captivating window into Hanover’s heritage and are a must-visit for those looking to experience the town’s historical charm.
In addition to Codorus State Park and Hickory Falls, Hanover is also known for the Snack Town Street Fair, a vibrant festival celebrating the town’s snack food heritage with craft vendors, food, and entertainment, created in partnership between the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce and Utz Brands
Hanover provides a rich historical experience with tours like the Civil War Ghosts of Gettysburg Tour and the Spirits of Jennie Wade Ghost Night Tour in nearby Gettysburg.
Hanover, Pennsylvania, is renowned as the Snack Food Capital of the World, home to iconic brands like Utz Quality Foods and Snyder’s of Hanover, which are part of the Campbell Snacks portfolio.
Dolphin & Anchor Pub: Located in the heart of Hanover, they offer traditional beer styles with a twist.
Fat Bat Brewing Company: A local brewery started by a beer-loving brother and sister team, known for their craft beer selections.
Sign of the Horse Brewery: A contemporary brewery catering to craft brew enthusiasts with a range of house taps.
Lydian Stone Brewing Company: A nano brewery offering a variety of craft beers, from the light or malty to the hoppy or stouts; and, plenty of conversation.
The Borough office at 33 Frederick St, Hanover has everything you will need to find your way around Hanover.