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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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York County’s connection to the deadly Lassa Fever virus
Joan Concilio is seeking details on York County’s connection to an outbreak of the deadly Lassa Fever virus in 1969-1970, in which a man visiting the area died at York Hospital.
Posted in Joan's randomness, Local memories
Tagged health, memories, only in york county
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From York, Pennsylvania to York, United Kingdom
Reader Jo Ott shares a surprising coincidence regarding York, Pennsyvlania, and York, United Kingdom – and a decal on her car.
30 things I love about living in York County
In honor of her 30th birthday, Only in York County author Joan Concilio shares 30 things she loves about being a Yorker.
Posted in Joan's randomness, Only in York County
Tagged family, Joan, only in york county, yorkisms
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A look back in video at the 2012 York Fair
Matt Schardt, a local photographer and videographer, shares his retrospective in video from the 2012 York Fair.
Posted in Around town, County customs, Only in York County
Tagged only in york county, videos, york fair
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Only in York County is 5 years old today!
Five years ago today – June 9, 2007 – Joan Concilio made the first post on Only in York County. Just for fun, here’s a look at some “then-and-now” facts!
Posted in Joan's randomness, Only in York County, York County online
Tagged blog, Joan, only in york county
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The best piece of Only in York County mail I’ve ever received
The photo above arrived at the YDR offices a few weeks ago with a letter from Norma Jean Scott-Mitzel. I am not exaggerating in the slightest when I say this is truly the best Only in York County mail I’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Dover/West York, Only in York County, Reader photos
Tagged dover township, family, Joan, only in york county, photos
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Natalie Wood, Rebel Without a Cause and one Yorker’s connection
Today’s letter is just plain fun. It comes from David F. Spangler of York Township and it’s pretty awesome. David writes, “To all Natalie Wood fans in the York area, remember the scene from the movie “Rebel Without A Cause.” … Continue reading
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Tagged celebrities, letter, natalie wood, only in york county
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Today, I’m thankful for my life in York County
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I thought today might make a fun time to look at some of the top things I’m thankful for about my life in York County, Pa. Please, share your “York thanks” in the comments too. I’d love … Continue reading
More on butcher bologna: A York County specialty
Back in June, John Loeper mentioned a truly Only in York County food, butcher bologna. At the time, I mentioned a blogger now living in New Jersey who wondered the same thing – Nancy, of “Rediscovering Grandma,” who had written … Continue reading
Posted in Only in York County, Things we eat
Tagged butcher bologna, food, only in york county
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Ask Joan: 2011 back-to-school edition
Today was my daughter’s first day of sixth grade – the start of middle school in our district! In addition to that typical craziness, we also went and bought her a (used) flute tonight so she can join the band. … Continue reading
