Main Street Hanover Announces Four-Leaf Clover Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Hanover
Hanover, PA — Main Street Hanover invites the community to celebrate 2nd Saturday in Downtown Hanover on Saturday, March 14, 2026, with a fun, festive, and family-friendly event: the Downtown Four-Leaf Clover Scavenger Hunt, taking place from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the heart of downtown.Participants will explore local businesses while searching for hidden four-leaf clovers at participating locations. Each clover found earns a stamp on the scavenger hunt card. Once all clover stamps are collected,
First Friday Art Walk Returns to Downtown Hanover on March 6
Hanover, PA — Downtown Hanover will once again come alive with creativity on Friday, March 6, from 5:00–8:00 PM, as First Friday Art Walks return with a new 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 artists and
Borough of Hanover Parks & Recreation Announces Full Slate of Spring Programming
Hanover, PA — The Borough of Hanover Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce a diverse lineup of spring programs designed to engage residents of all ages through creativity, wellness, nature exploration, and social outings. The spring season begins with Card Making for Beginners, taught by Dori Schneider, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Guthrie Memorial Library Meeting Room, located at 2 Library Place, Hanover. Participants will receive a complete card-making kit
Highlights of the Borough Council’s Meeting Held on February 25, 2026
The following are the highlights of the Borough Council’s meeting held on February 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: JOINT BIDS: Approval was granted to award the Joint Municipal Bids as follows:Pre-Mix Bituminous Concrete Paving Materials to Apparent Low Bidder York Materials Group, LLCChemical Products to Apparent Low Bidders
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The Manufacturers Association's 120th Annual Event Will Feature “Lone Survivor”, Marcus Luttrell
York, PA — February 18, 2026 — The Manufacturers Association is proud to announce its 120th Annual Event, a landmark celebration bringing together manufacturing leaders, workforce partners, and community members from across the region. This milestone program will feature a special live, onstage interview with Marcus Luttrell, retired Navy SEAL, bestselling author, and inspiration for the book and film Lone Survivor. For more than 120 years, the Annual Event has served as one of the region’s premier
Church of Satire Comedy Club in Downtown Hanover is an Official Stop for the Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival
Hanover, PA — Church of Satire Comedy Club in downtown Hanover is an official venue for the Good Karma Mid-Atlantic Regional Comedy Festival (2026)—a renowned multi-state comedy festival featuring more than 100 comedians across 10 days, 18 shows, and five states.As part of the festival’s opening weekend, Church of Satire will host three nights of live comedy featuring celebrated headliners Jim Bryan, John Fugelsang, and Frank Vignola, along with an impressive lineup of festival-selected performers.Church
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Borough of Hanover Council to Swear In Joseph J. Bunty, Jr. as Chief of Police
Following the unanimous approval of the Borough Council at its January meeting appointing Lieutenant Joseph J. Bunty, Jr. as Acting Chief of Police, the Borough of Hanover is pleased to announce that Lieutenant Bunty will be formally sworn in as Chief of Police at the Borough Council meeting on February 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Public Administration Building, 33 Frederick Street, Hanover. Lieutenant Bunty joined the Hanover Borough Police Department in May 1999 and was
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Pennsylvania Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Rainfall Low interest disaster loans now available
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Pennsylvania who sustained economic losses caused by the rainfall beginning May 2-July 17, 2025. The disaster declaration covers the counties of Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Perry and York. Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small
The Cake Bar Owner, Chef Amanda Wiles, Announces Plans to Sell the Business to Begin a New Chapter
Hanover, PA — Chef Amanda Wiles, owner of The Cake Bar, Hanover’s premiere cake shop, has announced she is officially looking to sell the business. This decision is not rooted in hardship, but in success — a purposeful next step for a business owner who has built a thriving downtown destination and is now ready for a more flexible schedule and increased time with her family.Since opening in 2018, The Cake Bar has become a beloved staple in downtown Hanover, known for its signature cakes by the slice,
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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.