Square project plugging along

It looks like the square upgrade project still has a chance to break ground this spring.

Lower Paxton Township manager George Wolfe said work is continuing to acquire access to little chunks of land needed for the project from about 100 property owners, and construction bids will be sought after the land deals are in the bag.

Wolfe has told members of the township's Village of Linglestown Committee that the project's budget is tight. The start of construction could be delayed if bids come in over the available funding of nearly $4 million and the state asks the township to revise the project.

The plan calls for two traffic roundabouts, decorative streetlights, benches, stamped concrete sidewalks and trees.

Developing …

Speaking of the square …


Linglestown was featured in today’s Go! entertainment guide of The Patriot-News. The square was described as “the commercial and cultural center” of the village. Hmm, I’m not sure about the cultural tag, but it sure sounds good.




Burgers and fries to die for …

MK of West Hanover Township reports that Five Guys Famous Burgers & Fries is coming to Colonial Commons along Route 22. The store is being constructed in the location formerly occupied by Boston Market.

“I have been to several Five Guys – one in Mechanicsburg and 2 in York – and let me tell you, great food," said MK. “You will never taste burgers and fries the same again. The one that opened in Mechanicsburg even had John Mayer eat there. Cool stuff.”

Christmas fun …

I’m looking for someone in the area who has outdoor Christmas lights like this home near Pittsburgh.

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