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Aug 21, 2026

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Lower Paxton

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Commission Approves America 250th Ball Participation

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

May 7, 2026

Historical Commission Advances Cemetery Projects

A new flagpole was installed at the Newside cemetery, and the DAR monument was repaired and cleaned. The commission also submitted a $7,500 grant application to the McCormick Foundation for business-related donations and project support.

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Briefing

Apr 9, 2026

Newside Cemetery Rededication Set for September 5

The Historical Commission announced that Newside Cemetery will be re-dedicated on September 5, 2026. The cemetery contains 48 burials from 1742 to 1854, including 23 early American veterans and 17 people who fought in the American Revolution.

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Briefing

Mar 5, 2026

Newside Cemetery Project Moves Forward

The Newside Cemetery project advanced: funding for a flag was secured, steps are being built for expected completion in May, and the homeowners association agreed to give related land to Lower Paxton Township pending further township approval.

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Briefing

Feb 5, 2026

Commission Approves America 250th Ball Participation

The commission unanimously approved participating in the America 250th Ball on July 5, with ticket sales split among historic organizations. Members also reported that an 1862 home on Wenrich Street had been demolished.

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Briefing

Jan 8, 2026

Historical Commission Keeps 2026 Officers

The Historical Commission unanimously approved its current slate of officers for 2026, including Dave Doyle as chair, Don Goss as vice chair, and Kristy Kessler as secretary. Members also presented the history of a 68-acre property on Linglestown Road and sought volunteers for projects, specifically Newside.

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