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My name is Joan and I'm a lifelong Yorker. Throughout high school and college, I swore I was getting out of here as soon as possible. Now, a few years later, I can't think of anywhere I'd rather be. I love my town. And, as a local editor, I hear every day how much you love your towns, too. So please, connect with me and let's share what makes life in York County great. I'm here to help you enjoy this place as much as I do!
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Monthly Archives: December 2010
Wrapping up 2010 in York County fashion
Thanks to everyone who has made this blog so much fun in 2010! As I mentioned earlier, in site traffic, number of comments and personal enjoyability, this year has been my best yet on Only in York County! To celebrate, … Continue reading
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One last Christmas-themed post: A 1944 Christmas card
The Christmas greeting pictured above comes from loyal reader Jo. She writes, “This is the Christmas card my uncle Jim sent to his mother (my grandmother). It was mailed on Wednesday, November 29, 1944 from somewhere on the front — … Continue reading
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The Pennsylvania Dutch tradition: Pork and sauerkraut for New Year’s
Our Pennsylvania Dutch tradition says pork and sauerkraut is the meal with which to ring in a new year, in order to bring good luck. But did you know these New Year’s customs? – Eating noodles at midnight is customary … Continue reading
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More on York County’s radio history
This undated, submitted photo from the York Daily Record/Sunday News archives shows WORK Radio 1350 announcers conducting an interview. The radio station was one of the many entertainment organizations to start during the Depression. I continue to be thrilled by … Continue reading
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Even more memories of Joe, the Motorists’ Friend, and memories of Pep Boys
Our post earlier this month on Joe, the Motorists’ Friend, continued to draw out even more memories of this store. Here’s what I know: I’ve never been to a “Joe’s,” but I wish I had been able to. You guys … Continue reading
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Wishing you a wonderful end of the year and a great start to 2011
From our family to yours, have a great holiday and a wonderful start to 2011! (As pictured on our Christmas cards, from left, that’s me; Hubby, holding Huggles the three-legged cat; Sarah; and my mom, Joan.) Thank you all for … Continue reading
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Merry Christmas, Only in York County-style
This photo is from my friend Tracey, who went to Washington, D.C., last year to see the National Christmas Tree. She didn’t know – though I bet some of you did – that it’s from York County! The tree, on … Continue reading
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Reader photo: Downtown York, Christmas Eve
Another reader photo of an “Only in York County” sight, in a special “Friday, but it’s Christmas Eve edition”: What: Downtown York with a vintage feel Submitted by: Garrett Snyder of West Manchester Township Something unusual: This photo was taken … Continue reading
Getting into the holiday spirit with a reindeer
Here’s a bonus reader photo from loyal photographer Jo. She titles it, “Here’s lookin’ at you, kid!” She says “Rudy’s cousin” visited the Stauffer’s of Kissel Hill locations in Dover Township and on East Market Street on Nov. 27. She … Continue reading
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Holiday meals: A look back, a look ahead
Last month, I asked what you had for Thanksgiving dinner. In another few days, many of us will be sitting down to a big Christmas dinner; then, a week after that, there’s always the question of a traditional New Year’s … Continue reading
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