COLUMBIA, PA — Three individuals are facing a combined list of felony charges following a violent home invasion reported on March 15, 2026, at an apartment on the 100 block of North Fourth Street in Columbia Borough, according to police criminal complaints and sworn affidavits filed by the Columbia Borough Police Department. Incident Summary Police…
By ColumbiaPa.online The Columbia Borough Council met for a packed and wide‑ranging meeting on March 24, 2026, with a full house and two hours of resident comments, project updates, public safety discussions, and key votes on issues shaping the borough’s next year. Below is your full community roundup. Opening of Meeting Council opened with roll…
The Government’s Back, Baby—and Columbia’s Got Questions, Coffee, and School Cash After 43 days of bureaucratic limbo, the federal government has finally reopened, and Columbia Borough is breathing a cautious sigh of relief—while still clutching its coffee and muttering, “Well, that was a ride.” President Trump signed the funding bill late Wednesday night, ending the…
Columbia, PA (May 26, 2026) — In one of the most intense and widely attended meetings in recent memory, Columbia Borough Council rejected a $6.35 million bid for the old airport property Tuesday night, following hours of passionate public comment from residents. The proposal, submitted by New York-based Sadia Holdings LLC, had raised concerns that…
FACT CHECK: What Columbia’s ICE Resolution Does — and Does Not — Do COLUMBIA, PA — Recent coverage of Columbia Borough Council’s discussion regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) cooperation has raised questions about the borough’s policies, public safety, and the scope of local law enforcement authority. A review of borough records, council statements, and…
Why Leo Lutz Deserves to Continue as Mayor of Columbia, PA Columbia, Pennsylvania, once teetering on the edge of economic and social decline, has experienced a remarkable resurgence over the past two decades. At the heart of this transformation stands Mayor Leo Lutz, a lifelong resident and dedicated public servant whose vision and leadership have helped…
⭐ Kelly Murphy – Columbia Borough Council Member (President Pro Tem) A ColumbiaPA.online Public Official Profile Kelly Murphy is a long‑serving public official in Columbia Borough, Pennsylvania, currently holding the position of Council President Pro Tem, with his elected term lasting through December 31, 2027. This status is confirmed by the Borough’s official roster of…
Pennsylvania Rings in 2026 with New Laws You’ll Probably Break Before February ColumbiaPA.Online — January 1, 2026Happy New Year, Pennsylvania! While you were busy making resolutions you’ll abandon by next week, Harrisburg was busy making rules you’ll probably ignore by tomorrow. Here’s what’s new for 2026—and why you might want to read this before your…
Questions Raised, But Council Moves Forward At a recent Columbia Borough council meeting, a major decision was made regarding the employment contract for the town’s new Police Chief, Holly. While the final vote approved the agreement, it didn’t come without discussion—and an important moment of scrutiny from council member Heather Zink. 🔍 Why the contract…
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