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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: February 2011
Some Monday miscellany, mostly regarding food
1. Today’s Baltimore Sun “Sunrise” section cover features a great story about Gino’s memories. 2. Which, of course, means don’t forget to let me know if you’re coming to our Gino’s meetup less than a week from today – 2 … Continue reading
Posted in Joan's randomness, Things to do, Things we eat
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Reader photo: Frozen Susquehanna River
Another reader photo of an “Only in York County” sight: What: The Susquehanna River, frozen over Submitted by: Darin Potts of Hellam Township Something interesting: The Susquehanna is a frequent sight in our photo gallery submissions like this one by … Continue reading
Working at Joe, the Motorists’ Friend was a ‘family thing’
Commenter Donna Marsh tied together a couple of themes from recent weeks – memories of work, and also memories of businesses that tie in to family memories! In a recent comment, she writes, “My father was manager of the Joe, … Continue reading
Posted in Local memories
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Famous dairy herds, art, and how fun it is to chat with people online
These are famous cows. You didn’t know that? I did. I knew that because they’re part of “Famous Dairy Herds,” a series of art by Fred Rodger of Lancaster County. I’m branching just slightly beyond York County’s borders today, because … Continue reading
Posted in Central/Eastern, Joan's randomness, Things to do
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An update to our list of Pennsylvania Dutch heritage and language resources
I’m admittedly becoming more and more of a fan of Pennsylvania Dutch language and culture. It’s been a couple of years since I last posted a “directory” of Pa. Dutch resources, but in the meantime, I’ve been keeping that up-to-date … Continue reading
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Diners and drive-ins: Gino’s news, plus Burger Chef, Western Sizzlin’, Ernie McCall’s and more
Photo by flickr user Robert S. Donovan. Psst! Breaking news about Gino’s came up last evening! Make sure you check it out. Could they end up in York again? Time will tell! Last month, we did a fun roundup of … Continue reading
Posted in Local memories, Things we eat
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Grocery-shopping memories
Side note from Joan: If I’ve been counting correctly, today marks the 1,000th post on Only in York County. That’s pretty awesome! * * * * * * A newer commenter, Lowell Kohler, recently shared his memories of an experience … Continue reading
Posted in It used to be..., Local memories, York City/Suburban
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What would you like to know about York County?
Something really cool is coming soon here on Only in York County. You can expect a slightly new look, as well as a couple of fun new features. I can’t wait to be able to tell you more, but for … Continue reading
Reader photo: Historic view of the John Emig Farm
Another reader photo of an “Only in York County” sight: What: Views of the John Emig Farm in Emigsville, Manchester Township, circa 1919 Submitted by: Dianne Bowders of York Township Something interesting: Dianne writes, “My grandfather, Norman Rishel, rented the … Continue reading
Even more store memories from the Weigelstown area
Lorie, a friend and longtime Dover-area resident, has been super-helpful in identifying a lot of stores and restaurants of the past from that area. In fact, last year, when we were talking about all sorts of changes in the Weigelstown … Continue reading
Posted in Dover/West York
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