COLUMBIA, Pa. — New court filings have revealed additional details in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Wilfredo Garcia at the Wagon Works Apartments, leading to charges against two more individuals as investigators continue to piece together what happened inside the Plane Street apartment on July 18. Garcia was killed after being struck by a gunshot…
Saige Zink, 20, of Columbia Borough, Lancaster County, died following a two-vehicle crash that sent both vehicles into the Susquehanna River in Washington Boro/Manor Township during the early morning hours of July 30, 2026. The Lancaster County Coroner’s Office identified Zink as the victim on July 31. According to Manor Township Police, the crash occurred…
By The Columbia Chronicle The Columbia Borough Council meeting on July 28 was filled with positive news, forward-looking discussions, and heartfelt appreciation for the people working every day to make Columbia a safer and stronger community. While council members reviewed financial updates, community projects, and upcoming events, the evening’s most memorable moments centered around the…
Columbia Teen Faces Homicide Charges in Fatal July Shooting A summer evening in Columbia was shattered by tragedy on July 18 when a 17-year-old boy lost his life after a firearm was discharged inside a borough residence, according to authorities. Now, weeks after the incident, Columbia Borough Police and Lancaster County Detectives have arrested and…
COLUMBIA, Pa. — A 17-year-old Columbia resident has been charged in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred earlier this month in the borough, according to the Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office. Joshua D. Flores was taken into custody Sunday evening and is facing charges of criminal homicide, aggravated assault, and tampering with evidence in…
Planning Commission Recommends Changes to Data Center Zoning as Community Debate Continues COLUMBIA, Pa. — The Columbia Borough Planning Commission voted Tuesday evening to recommend approval of a zoning amendment that would significantly limit where future data centers can be located within the borough, while public discussion highlighted growing concerns over the impacts of large-scale…
Copilot said: A Lighthearted Look at a Very Real Columbia Borough Police Incident COLUMBIA, Pa. – Most people who need an ambulance call 911. One Columbia man apparently decided to skip a few steps and try the “take the whole ambulance” approach instead. According to Columbia Borough Police, 23 year-old Elijah Jordan Leed was arrested…
July 19, 2026 | The Columbia Chronicle Another week is in the books here in Columbia, and as always, there was plenty to talk about. From exciting community events and local achievements to ongoing concerns about crime, development, and the future direction of our borough, here’s our weekly look at The Good, The Bad &…
COLUMBIA, Pa. — Concerns about public safety and police response times dominated public comment at the Columbia Borough Council meeting on July 14, as borough officials addressed staffing shortages within the police department while also approving several community-related initiatives and infrastructure payments. The meeting opened with the addition of a new business item concerning a…
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, 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…
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…
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…
