🌱 What’s really coming to Frederick and Centennial’s busy downtown corner?
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In today's newsletter:
- What’s really coming to Frederick and Centennial’s busy downtown corner?
- How close did Hanover firefighters come to danger at this house fire?
- How a Hanover-raised singer climbed all the way to ‘The Voice’ finale
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- Wednesday: Mainly cloudy and not as cold, with a high of 46 and low of 26 degrees.
- Thursday: A little afternoon rain, temps: high: 49, low: 41.
- Friday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 51 and low of 24 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. What's being built at the corner of Frederick & Centennial in Hanover? (eveningsun.com) — A major corner in downtown Hanover at Frederick Street and Centennial Avenue is being transformed into the four-story Frederick Street Flats, with ground-floor commercial space and 18 modern apartments above. Demolition has begun, but the Hanover Planning Commission has twice tabled final land-development approval over parking details, with a decision expected by late January 2026. Residents can expect at least nine to ten months of construction once plans advance. 
2. See photos of scene as firefighters battle house fire in Manheim Twp. (ydr.com) — Hanover Area Fire & Rescue joined multiple departments battling a fully engulfed house fire Monday on the 7700 block of Blooming Grove Road in Manheim Township. Photos show intense flames, heavy smoke, icy conditions, and one firefighter briefly evaluated after being struck by a hose stream but not needing treatment, highlighting the risks Hanover-area crews face.
3. Local singer Aubrey Nicole places 4th in 'The Voice' finals (yorkdispatch.com) — Aubrey Nicole, who grew up in Hanover and Littlestown, just finished fourth in the national finals of NBC’s “The Voice,” bringing some big-time spotlight back home. The 20-year-old York County native impressed coach Reba McEntire and other judges with her country performances and says she’s grateful for the support from her hometown as she plans her next steps in music.
4. Central York's Brooklyn Nace named PennLive YAIAA football Offensive Player of the Year (pennlive.com) — A YAIAA passing record held by Hanover’s Chase Roberts nearly fell this season as Central York quarterback Brooklyn Nace put up huge numbers and earned PennLive’s Offensive Player of the Year honor. The feature looks back at Nace’s leadership, playoff run, and near-record career while underscoring how high the bar is set by standout Hanover talent.
5. Pennsylvania Locks In Its Farmland as Millions Block the Bulldozers (mychesco.com) — Pennsylvania has committed over $50 million this year to permanently preserve farmland, including two Conewago Township farms owned by the family behind Hanover Shoe Farms, now protecting more than 3,100 acres. With strong investments in Adams and York counties, state officials say the program helps shield local agriculture from development pressure while supporting long-term food security and the rural economy.
📸 Around Hanover
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Upcoming Events in
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Staff Appreciation Dinner - Building Closes at 5:30 PM
York Jewish Community Center , 2000 Hollywood Dr , York -
Hanover Area Fire & Rescue Commission Meeting
Hanover Borough, PA Calendar Hanover, PA 17331
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Santa Cabin Hours
Hanover Borough, PA Calendar Hanover, PA 17331
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SEL for Kindergarten
Clearview El Sch Hanover, PA 17331
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Free Holiday Parking
Hanover Borough, PA Calendar Hanover, PA 17331
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Santa Cabin Hours
Hanover Borough, PA Calendar Hanover, PA 17331
6:00 pm -
Free Holiday Parking
Hanover Borough, PA Calendar Hanover, PA 17331
8:30 am -
Santa Cabin Hours
Hanover Borough, PA Calendar Hanover, PA 17331
10:00 am
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
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🗓 Events Nearby
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SEL for First Grade
Clearview El Sch Hanover, PA 17331
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Family Motions Court (Divorce)
York County, PA Calendar
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WOTM Business Meeting
McSherrystown Loyal Order of Moose , 534 South St , McSherrystown
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HHS - Elementary Winter Concert (Inclement Weather Make-up Date)
Hanover MS Hanover, PA 17331
7:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Our corgi, Winston’s leash slipped out of my hands this morning when I took him out to pee.
He ran away and we can’t find him. We’ve been searching for an hour with no luck. We are off of Honda Road. If you find him please call me at 443-235… (Nextdoor Edgegrove) - Christmas Eve Candle Light Service
Family Oriented Service Chancel Choir Cherub Choirs Kids Praise Band (Nextdoor South Hanover)
- Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Merchandise and Stocking Associate in Hanover. Apply here.
- Rural King posted a job opening for Cashier in Hanover. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hanover here.
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