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James Longstreet's Account of the Battle of Gettysburg

At the Battle of Gettysburg (1-3 July 1863) Confederate Lieutenant General James Longstreet urged his commanding officer, General Robert E. Lee, to reposition their forces on the evening of Day 1. Lee refused, as the Union Army was before him and he had never retreated from a battle once engaged.

Gettysburg, PA · 3d

Chambersburg Public Opinion

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Veterans Day parades and special events in Franklin County

Did you know Franklin County has a higher percentage of veterans in its adult population than the U.S. does? According to the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, there are 10,250 veterans in the county — about 9% of the adult population. They are among the 17.2 million veterans around the country, or 6.5% of the adult population. In honor of Veterans Day, the visitors bureau has compiled a list of local events honoring the heroes who served their country. The organization also invites residents and visitors to explore the county with the Franklin County Military Trail of History, a self-guided tour through the monuments, memorials, cemeteries, forts, houses, and parks that honor those who served in America’s military and armed forces. Check out ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or the `11/30 Visitors Center in Chambersburg for more information. Veterans Day events in Franklin County Chambersburg Rotary Flags for Heroes Display: Nov. 7-16, dawn to dusk, at Sellers Funeral Home. Open for walkthroughs to honor local heroes. Shippensburg Veterans Day Parade: 2 p.m. Nov. 8. Parade begins at King and Prince streets and continues south to Spring Street. The Wayne Band Veterans Tribute Concert: 7 p.m. Nov. 9, Quincy Village's Hess Room, 1000 Wesley Drive, Waynesboro.

Franklin County, PA · 1d

abc27 News

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Pennsylvania rock band to perform in Hershey

HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM)– Pennsylvania’s very own hard rock titans, Breaking Benjamin, announced they will be coming to Central Pennsylvania as part of their 2027 tour. The band, which was formed in Wilkes-Barre in 1999 by lead singer and guitarist Benjamin Burnley and drummer Jeremy Hummel, is set to perform at the GIANT Center in Hershey […]

Hershey, PA · 2d

StateCollege.com

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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Pulpit: Local Pastor Emerges as Stand-Up Comedian

He’s a rarity, that’s for sure. A guy who’s equally at ease while preaching from the Bible in a church or delivering a punch line at a comedy club. That’s right, State College’s Jonathan Weibel is both an ordained pastor and a professional stand-up comedian. Appropriately enough, he jokes about his curious combination of professions. “I fly a lot,” says the clergy comic, “and one of the first things someone says to you on a plane is, ‘What do you do for a living?’ If I want to talk to them, I tell them I’m a stand-up comedian. And if I’m tired and don’t want to talk to them, I’ll tell them I’m a Baptist evangelist.” Weibel has served in Christian ministry for nearly 40 years. The last 30 years have been spent in the Centre Region, where he’s planted three new churches and served as lead pastor, worship pastor or youth pastor at State College Alliance Church, Penns Valley Community Church and Centre Church. He first got my attention in work that was unrelated to stand-up: serving as the director of Front Yard Mission , a movement designed to bring genuine Christian love to neighborhoods. But then I heard

State College, PA · 2d

abc27 News

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Midstate man breaks record for most movies seen in theaters in a year

YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A central Pennsylvania man looking to make history did just that in the comfort of a York County movie theater, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. The Guinness Book of World Records announced late last month that Glenwood Hoskin Jr. has smashed the record for the most films […]

York County, PA · 18h

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Ebensburg ‘Christmas 1776’ parade seeking greater float, vehicle, participant entries

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Ebensburg annual Christmas parade is seeking participants for this year’s event, which is themed “Christmas 1776,” on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 11 a.m. Parade entrants can include vehicles, floats, first responder vehicles, dance and/or walking groups and more. Monetary prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place […]

Ebensburg, PA · 3d

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These 8 Cozy Secondhand Bookstores In Pennsylvania Are Absolutely Worth The Trip

Want to find the coziest secondhand bookstores in Pennsylvania?. These 8 bookstores offer charming shelves, unique finds, and a browsing experience you’ll want to repeat again and again!. 1. Cupboard Maker Books (Enola) Cupboard Maker Books in Enola is the kind of place that stops you in your tracks...

Pennsylvania · 3d

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Pennsylvania Couple Spent Nine Years Reviving a Roadside Landmark That Had Been Closed Since 2010

For more than a decade, a roadside landmark stood empty while generations of former customers remembered its homemade treats and distinctive neon sign. Now a Pennsylvania couple has finally brought the historic property back to life after years of planning and renovation. The building first welcomed customers in 1954, becoming...

Gettysburg, PA · 3d

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Taking a look at the new exhibit for the upcoming Hershey movie

HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — The public is getting a chance to take a look behind the scenes of the making of the Hershey movie. While the movie doesn’t come out until Nov. 25, you can still get your fill at a special exhibit at the Hershey Story Museum that opens Friday. “We were involved with […]

Hershey, PA · 1d

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Lions and line dancing | Happy Valley Live’s Country Night welcomes all

State College got its own taste of southern charm at Happy Valley Live Thursday at 6 p.m. Happy Valley Live, a Penn State-themed restaurant and music venue, hosts its very own Country Night, where customers can enjoy country music, line dancing and a mechanical bull. Inside the venue, the bottom...

State College, PA · 18h

StateCollege.com

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This Weekend in State College: No Home Penn State Football Game but Plenty to Do

The Centre Film Festival wraps up its week downtown, Steve Earle plays the State Theatre on Saturday night and Penn State's Model Railroad Club opens its doors all weekend. In between, you'll find a ski swap, a Veterans Day Concert and much more. All listings come from the StateCollege.com community calendar ; times and prices can change, so check each event's page before you head out. First Friday – November When: Friday, November 6 at 5 p.m. Where: Downtown State College What it is: Experience the cool vibe of downtown State College during their monthly First Friday event. Expect a casual atmosphere featuring local art, people-watching, shopping, and dining at diverse downtown restaurants while mingling with the community. Centre Film Festival When: Running through Sunday, November 8 Where: Theaters in State College and Philipsburg What it is: A week-long celebration of film and conversation that connects local voices with global ones. The festival brings multigenerational stories to the screen through media arts, workshops, masterclasses, and screenings 'Kill Me, Baby, One More Time' When: Running through Saturday, November 7 (Starts at 7 p.m.) Where: Titan Hollow (2042 Axemann Rd, Bellefonte) What it is: A nostalgic murder mystery theater tribute to 1990s

State College, PA · 16h

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Gettysburg to Shine With 3,512 Candles Honoring America’s Fallen Civil War Heroes

More than 160 years after the Battle of Gettysburg, the sacrifices of the soldiers who fought to preserve our nation will once again be remembered in a moving tribute. The Gettysburg Foundation is preparing for its 24th Annual Remembrance Day Illumination Saturday, November 21st, at Gettysburg National Cemetery. From 5:30 to 9:30 that evening, 3,512 luminary candles will shine on the graves of Civil War soldiers, while volunteers read aloud the names of those who gave their lives.

Gettysburg, PA · 2d

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Downtown Carlisle's Holiday Season: Cookies, Parades & More

Downtown Carlisle has a rather ambitious holiday schedule this year, beginning with cookies in November and continuing through a Christmas parade, local shopping events, a town full of nutcrackers, and a December celebration involving Santa and actual reindeer. It's a respectable amount of Christmas activity for a few blocks of...

Carlisle, PA · 2d

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Golf fundraiser planned to benefit veterans, first responders

MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Thursday’s hometown heroes are inviting golfers to support veterans and first responders. Golf Galaxy near Mechanicsburg is hosting a competitive fundraiser on Nov. 13 sponsored by the PGA. It’s a “Closest to the Pin” and putting contest open to anyone for a $10 donation....

Mechanicsburg, PA · 1d

Franklin County Free Press

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Cumberland County Announces Veterans Day Events

Cumberland County has announced Veterans Day events scheduled for Nov. 7–11, 2026, including ceremonies, a parade, a candlelight vigil and meals. On Nov. 7, American Legion Post 101 in Carlisle will host a Veterans Day brunch at 11 a.m. Ceremonies will follow at American Legion Post 674 in Mount Holly Springs at 1 p.m. and Hampden Township Veterans Park in Enola at 2 p.m.

Cumberland County, PA · 20h

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Christmas Trees, Santa, and Holiday Crafts at Hershey Gardens

A Christmas tree decorated by adults is one thing. A Christmas tree decorated by elementary school students is an entirely different artistic undertaking, and frankly, sometimes the more interesting one. Both will be on display at Hershey Gardens this holiday season, along with a rather unusual sleigh, a towering poinsettia...

Hershey, PA · 2d

Festivaltopia

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It Started in Maryland – And It Helped Shape How America Fights, Governs, and Tells Its Grittiest Stories

Some states quietly watch history pass by. Maryland doesn’t do that. Despite its small footprint, this mid-Atlantic state has given America some of its most powerful symbols, its most enduring traditions, and a few hard truths it didn’t always want to hear. From national anthems to military culture, from federal power to unflinching television, Maryland ... Read more The post It Started in Maryland – And It Helped Shape How America Fights, Governs, and Tells Its Grittiest Stories appeared first on Festivaltopia .

Maryland · 1d

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Maryland Has An Old-School Drive-In Where Movies Glow On The Biggest Screen In America

Kids in pajamas, a double feature of brand-new movies, and a screen so big it has built a national reputation. That’s a normal summer night at one Maryland drive-in. The gates first opened in 1956. The place recently celebrated 70 years with fireworks lighting up the sky over the lot.

Middle River, MD · 1d