Is Columbia’s 41‑Acre Airport Site a Goldmine? A Clear Look at What Developers Could Really Make By ColumbiaPA.online Business Desk Columbia Borough is officially seeking a buyer for the 41‑acre former McGinness Airport property, a once‑idle tract that leaders now hope to transform into a major economic engine. The site—now branded McGinness Innovation Park—is being…
Columbia Borough Council Advances Key Projects Amid Financial Concerns — February 10, 2026 COLUMBIA, PA — Columbia Borough Council convened Tuesday evening, February 10, 2026, addressing a wide range of municipal issues including the long‑awaited McGuinness property RFP, significant public works equipment repairs, upcoming community events, and escalating financial pressures that may require a short‑term…
Columbia, PA —What officers discovered inside a Columbia home has now led to a second wave of criminal charges—this time filed by animal cruelty investigators—and the details are deeply disturbing. According to newly filed Pennsylvania SPCA criminal complaints, the conditions inside the residence on High Ridge Road were so severe that officers described burning ammonia…
⚠️ UPDATED EMERGENCY NOTICE – COLUMBIA BOROUGH ⚠️ Post‑Storm Conditions | Public Safety Information Columbia Borough remains under an active weather‑related emergency following the recent winter storm. Hazardous conditions persist due to snow‑covered roads, icy surfaces, and ongoing blustery winds that may cause drifting snow and reduced visibility. 🚓 Police & Emergency Services 🏛️ Borough…
Audit Reveals Persistent Failures in Columbia Borough’s Non‑Uniformed Pension Plan A Conservative Review on Fiscal Accountability and the Need for Stronger Governance Published by ColumbiaPA.Online Introduction A newly released compliance audit of the Columbia Borough Non‑Uniformed Pension Plan, covering the period ending December 31, 2024, highlights ongoing issues in the borough’s financial oversight—problems that should…
Columbia Mourns the Passing of a Beloved Matriarch, Joanne L. Murphy Columbia, PA — The Columbia community is celebrating the remarkable life of Joanne L. Murphy, affectionately known as “The Nan,” who passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, at the age of 85. Joanne was more than a lifelong resident—she was a cornerstone of…
James Stover, beloved owner of Stover’s News Agency in Columbia, PA, passed away at age 81. His legacy is one of community, humor, and decades of dedication to the town he loved. Remembering James Stover: Columbia’s Cornerstone of News and Wit Columbia Borough lost one of its most recognizable and cherished figures today with the…
Columbia Borough HARB Reviews Signage Proposal for New Hampton Hotel at February 11 Meeting The Columbia Borough Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) convened its monthly meeting on February 11, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Chairperson Lutz called the session to order, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a roll call that confirmed a quorum. Approval…
Editorial: Columbia Schools’ $782K Surplus — Time to Put Taxpayers First By ColumbiaPA.online Columbia Borough School District has reported a $782,383 surplus at the close of the 2024–25 fiscal year. As we previously covered on ColumbiaPA.online, this is a rare moment of financial breathing room for a district that has long operated under tight margins….
Columbia, PA — April 14, 2026 Columbia Borough Council held its regular meeting Tuesday evening, April 14, covering a wide range of topics including public safety, infrastructure improvements, upcoming community events, and resident concerns. Mosquito Concerns Raised Near Quarry Area A West End resident addressed council regarding standing water near the former quarry area, expressing…