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Gettysburg Borough Trick-or-Treat Night
🎃 Gettysburg Borough Trick-or-Treat Night 👻Saturday, October 31 | 6:00–8:00 PMCostumes on and bags ready — Borough trick-or-treati...
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Oct 31, 2026
Happy Halloween from the Gettysburg Police Department! 🎃👻 Even in a town full of history and legends, tonight’s only scares should be the fun kind. A few quick reminders from your local officers as you head out: Wear something reflective or carry a flashlight so drivers can se...
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Oct 31, 2026
We spent Friday night with the folks at the Fall Fest Trunk or Treat event. All had a great time. Perfect night, big turn out. Thanks for inviting us to participate.
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Oct 29, 2026
🎃 Gettysburg Borough Trick-or-Treat Night 👻 Saturday, October 31 | 6:00–8:00 PM Costumes on and bags ready — Borough trick-or-treating is this Saturday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM! Neighbors: If you’re handing out treats, please turn on your porch lights so families know you’re welco...
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Oct 29, 2026
DISABLED TRACTOR TRAILER AT NORTH WASHINGTON AND WATER. WORKING ON REMOVAL. POLICE AND FIRE POLICE DIRECTING TRAFFIC. EXPECT THE ISSUE CONTINUE FOR SOME TIME. AVOID THE AREA IF POSSIBLE.
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Warrant
Created Oct 23, 2026 / Updated Oct 25, 2026
Gettysburg Police have obtained an Felony Arrest Warrant for Ulises Velazquez-Mares related to an aggravated assault and strangulation that occurred on 08/28/26 in the area of 136 W High St. Anyone with information concerning Ulises’ whereabouts is asked to contact the ...
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Oct 15, 2026
Next Tuesday, October 20 th is the annual Halloween Parade. Reminder on the square being closed from 4:30pm to 10:00 pm. Expect heavy traffic in the area and avoid the area if you can. If traveling through the area, please be alert for children. We are looking for...
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Event
Created Apr 5, 2023 / Updated Oct 6, 2026
The Drug Take event is taking place on Saturday October 24, 2026 from 10:00 am. until 2:00 pm at the Adams County Housing Authority, 40 E. High Street, Gettysburg, PA. We can accept any over the counter, controlled substance or prescription required drugs. Tablets, capsu...
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Velazquez-Mares, Ulises
STRANGULATION and 1 additional charge