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County seeks federal prisoner daily rate increase

Adams County officials are seeking an increase in the daily rate for holding federal prisoners at the Adams County Adult Correctional Complex (ACACC).

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ARM to join glass recycling initiative

The Adams Rescue Mission (ARM) will soon collect empty glass bottles and jars throughout April in recognition of Earth Day.

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No injuries in ceiling collapse at church

No injuries resulted when a drop ceiling collapsed Wednesday afternoon at The Intersection Church, 1980 Baltimore Pike.

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Tree crashes into home amid high winds

A fallen tree caused “extensive” damage to a home in Carroll Valley Wednesday night as high winds swept across Adams County, downing wires and blocking roads.

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1 transported after truck crashes

U.S. Route 15 South was closed for about three hours Thursday after a tractor-trailer crashed about 4:19 p.m., according to a release issued by Cumblerland Township Police Sgt. Joshua Rosenberger.

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Emergency management discussed at COG

Many residents are under the misconception that Adams County officials could simply call state and federal resources for immediate assistance with any disaster.

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Vehicle burns after crash

A vehicle sheared off two utility poles and caught fire Saturday on Dicks Dam Road, according to United Hook and Ladder Assistant Chief Lucas Seighman.

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Passer-by frees dogs from burning house

A passer-by freed three dogs from a burning house Friday on the western edge of Adams County, Buchanan Valley Fire Chief Michael Spielman said.

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Local man dies in crash

A Gettysburg-area man died Tuesday after an SUV struck a mailbox and tree on Barlow-Two Taverns Road, Adams County Coroner Francis Dutrow said.

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Smoke in New Ox home

A clothes dryer released smoke into a New Oxford residence Friday evening, United Hook and Ladder Lt. Andrew Locke said.

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