Tonight is something truly special and you won’t want to miss it! Our beautiful town of Columbia, PA is celebrating its 300th anniversary, and we’re marking the occasion in the most magical way possible: with the lighting of the bridge piers along the Susquehanna River. This is more than just an event—it’s a moment in…
If you’ve spent any time walking through downtown Columbia, chances are you’ve seen a familiar and welcoming face—Alyce—out and about, greeting neighbors and sharing a simple opportunity to make a big difference. Alyce is currently helping raise funds for Saint Paul Episcopal Church through their “Raise the Roof Fundraiser.” With determination and community spirit, Alyce…
COLUMBIA, Pa. (June 23, 2026) — What initially appeared to be a serious emergency in Columbia Borough Tuesday afternoon was ultimately determined to be a false alarm, according to local authorities. Emergency dispatch records indicate that a call reporting a stabbing on the 600 block of Fairview Avenue came in around 1:30 p.m., prompting a…
🧾 **Court Filings Roundup: The Signs Were Disobeyed, The Speed Was Optional, and The Court Was Busy**Magisterial District Judge Miles K. Bixler | April 14–15, 2026 ⚖️ All information below comes directly from public court dockets. Charges are allegations unless otherwise noted. Presumption of innocence still applies — even if traffic signs are feeling ignored….
Stand with local transparency. Stand with independent local news. Stand with your community. Tonight at 7:00 PM, the Columbia Borough Council will meet — and your presence matters now more than ever. Recent months have shown how important transparency, accountability, and respectful communication are to the people of Columbia. Our community relies heavily on independent…
Public Trust Is Earned in the Open: What Columbia Borough Owes Its Residents Editorial | ColumbiaPA.online Bottom line: When residents ask direct questions about government business, they deserve direct, accurate answers the first time. The last two weeks show why public trust in Columbia Borough’s leadership is wobbling. Two Stories, One Problem: Transparency In back‑to‑back…
Columbia Borough Council Meeting Recap — March 10, 2026 ColumbiaPA.online – Government & Community News The Columbia Borough Council met on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, for a wide‑ranging meeting that included public prayer, agenda adjustments, community comments, financial approvals, infrastructure updates, police matters, and several special‑event requests. The meeting opened at 7 p.m. with roll…
Lancaster County Man Charged in Residential Burglary, Theft, and Related Offenses COLUMBIA, Pa. — A Lancaster County man has been charged in connection with a February burglary in West Hempfield Township in which thousands of dollars in jewelry were stolen from the home of an elderly relative, according to a criminal complaint filed by township…
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…
BREAKING: Columbia Council Meeting Features Traffic Lights with Attitude, Mystery Emails, Jail Time, and a Hotel Actually Opening Soon ColumbiaPa.Online — The Only Local News Brave Enough to Sit Through a 3‑Hour Meeting So You Don’t Have To By ColumbiaPa.Online News Staff (who need a nap now) February 26, 2026 The Meeting That Had Everything:…