Questions Remain as Columbia Police Department Transition Continues
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Columbia Borough Council Meets Tonight; Residents Encouraged to Attend
By Jesse Sweigart Columbia Borough Council will hold its regular meeting tonight at 7:00 p.m. in the Paul W. Myers Council Chambers, where members are expected to consider a variety of community, infrastructure, financial, and administrative matters. The meeting is open to the public and provides residents an opportunity to hear directly from borough officials…
Letter From The Publishers
For months, we’ve watched something incredible happen. What started as a simple idea to provide honest, community-focused local news has grown into something much bigger than we ever imagined. Today, we are proud to officially welcome you to The Columbia Chronicle, the next chapter in our journey to serve Columbia and the surrounding communities. Our…
Mountville Borough Council Tackles Code Enforcement, Park Upgrades, and Public Safety Concerns
MOUNTVILLE, Pa. — Mountville Borough Council covered a wide range of community issues during its June 8 meeting, addressing everything from code enforcement and traffic complaints to park improvements and future ordinance updates. Council President Phil Kresge called the meeting to order before council members reviewed routine business, including approval of May meeting minutes and…
Columbia Weekly Roundup
Your weekly look at the biggest stories impacting Columbia Borough and the surrounding river community. Columbia Mourns Following Homicide Investigation The biggest story this week was the tragic homicide of 26-year-old Anthony Stoy-Velazquez of Marietta. Police discovered Stoy-Velazquez suffering from a fatal stab wound near Third and Linden Streets during the early morning hours of…
Columbia Borough Investigates Fatal Stabbing Death as Homicide
Columbia Borough Investigates Fatal Stabbing Death as Homicide COLUMBIA, Pa. — Columbia Borough Police are investigating a homicide after a 26-year-old Marietta man was found suffering from a fatal stab wound during the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 8, 2026. According to authorities, officers were dispatched to the area of Third Street and Linden…
In Loving Memory of Anthony Stoy‑Velazquez
In Loving Memory of Anthony Stoy‑Velazquez Today, our community mourns the heartbreaking loss of Anthony Stoy‑Velazquez, whose life was taken far too soon. His passing has left family, friends, neighbors, and loved ones grieving a loss that words cannot adequately describe. In times like these, we are reminded how precious life is and how important…
BREAKING: Suspected Homicide Investigation Rocks Columbia as Community Reels From Ongoing Violence
COLUMBIA, PA — Columbia Borough Police, along with the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office, are investigating what authorities are describing as a suspected homicide near the intersection of North Third and Linden Streets early Wednesday morning. Police were dispatched to the area at approximately 1:05 a.m., and multiple streets surrounding the scene were immediately closed as…
Columbia Borough Council Meeting Canceled Due to Expected Large Attendance
COLUMBIA, PA — The Borough of Columbia has announced the cancellation of the Columbia Borough Council meeting that was scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. According to Borough Manager Jack R. Brommer, the meeting has been canceled because an unusually large number of attendees were expected, exceeding the capacity of the Borough…
Storms rain down on America’s Birthday!
When the Sky Interrupted the Fourth What began as a sweltering Independence Day across Lancaster and York counties ended with a sky that seemed determined to steal the show. All day, the heat hung over the Susquehanna Valley like a heavy blanket. Families gathered for cookouts, community celebrations, baseball games, and fireworks displays. But by…
Happy 300th Birthday, Columbia! 🇺🇸🎆
As Columbia celebrates its 300th Anniversary (1726–2026) alongside America’s 250th Anniversary, our historic river town is preparing for a weekend filled with pride, community spirit, and celebration. Families, friends, and visitors are encouraged to gather throughout the borough to enjoy the festivities, honor our rich history, and celebrate the generations that helped shape Columbia into…
Columbia Borough Officials Urge Safe Fireworks Use Ahead of Independence Day
As families prepare to celebrate Independence Day, Columbia Borough Police are reminding residents that fireworks laws will be strictly enforced throughout the community. The notice comes as borough officials work to prevent injuries, property damage, and fires during one of the busiest holiday weekends of the year. According to Columbia Borough Police, fireworks are not…
Community Meeting on Proposed Data Center this evening
COLUMBIA, Pa. (July 1, 2026) — A highly anticipated community meeting is set for tonight in Columbia as residents, officials, and stakeholders gather to discuss the ongoing and controversial issue of potential data center development in the borough. The event, billed as a “community conversation on AI data centers,” is scheduled from 6–8 p.m. at…
🎉 Columbia Turns 300—Let’s Light Up the Night! 🎉
Tonight is something truly special and you won’t want to miss it! Our beautiful town of Columbia, PA is celebrating its 300th anniversary, and we’re marking the occasion in the most magical way possible: with the lighting of the bridge piers along the Susquehanna River. This is more than just an event—it’s a moment in…
❤️ A Friendly Face Supporting a Great Cause in Columbia
If you’ve spent any time walking through downtown Columbia, chances are you’ve seen a familiar and welcoming face—Alyce—out and about, greeting neighbors and sharing a simple opportunity to make a big difference. Alyce is currently helping raise funds for Saint Paul Episcopal Church through their “Raise the Roof Fundraiser.” With determination and community spirit, Alyce…
Pride Month Proclamation Discussion Highlights Differing Views at Columbia Council Meeting
A brief exchange during the June 23, 2026 Columbia Borough Council meeting drew attention to a broader conversation about representation, recognition, and the role of local government in community messaging. During the public comment portion of the meeting, a resident addressed council regarding a recently issued Pride Month proclamation, leading to a response from Mayor…