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Rescheduled “National Night Out!” Celebration Taking Place September 3rd, from 6-8PM!

Posted on August 30, 2024

Please join us for Hellam Township's 2024 “National Night Out” celebration! Date: September 3, 2024 Time: 6pm-8pm Location: Hellam Township Municipal Complex, 45 Walnut Springs Rd. York, PA 17406 *Parking is at a premium, so we suggest carpooling if at all possible* Bring your own lawn chair! Activities include: Face Painting, Food Trucks, Bounce House,...

York County Open Spaces and Trails Survey

Please take the York County Open Space and Trails Survey!

Posted on August 27, 2024

York County is updating the Open Space and Trails component of our Comprehensive Plan, and we need YOUR input! Whether you enjoy a peaceful walk in the park, value local farms and access to fresh foods, appreciate the beauty of protected green spaces or want to ensure the health and well-being of our community. We...

The York Water Company is Conducting a Water Service Line Inventory in Our Area

Posted on August 23, 2024

Water utilities across the United States are working to comply with the EPA's (Environmental Protection Agency) Lead and Copper Rule Revisions. They are completing a water service line inventory that identifies the lead service lines on the customer-owned side of the water service. If a lead service line is confirmed, York Water will replace those...

2025 Free Home Repair Application Now Available!

Posted on July 17, 2024

Workcamps are intensive one-week trips that help people grow in Christian faith through service. Individuals and youth from around the country will spend one week in our community performing hands-on home-repair projects for elderly, low-income, and disabled families. The work at each home will be done by five young people and at least one adult...

2024 National Night Out Celebration!

Posted on July 10, 2024

Republic Services: July 4th Holiday Collection Schedule Update

Posted on July 3, 2024

Residential trash and recycling collections scheduled for Thursday 7/4 are rescheduled for Friday 7/5, due to the holiday.

The three municipalities included in the Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan

Take the Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan Survey!

Posted on June 24, 2024

Hellam Township, Hallam Borough, and Wrightsville Borough are embarking on an exciting journey to shape the future of your community through the development of a multi-municipal comprehensive plan! A comprehensive plan is a strategic document that will outline the collective vision of all three municipalities for growth, development, and sustainability. It serves as a guide...

Private Firearm Target Practice Area Draft Ordinance being sent back to the Planning Commission for further discussion and review

Posted on June 7, 2024

The Board of Supervisors considered for enactment, Hellam Township Ordinance No. 2024-01 "An Ordinance with Regulations for Private Firearm Target Practice Areas" at a Public Hearing held on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM. After ample discussion between the Board Members and citizens, the Board decided to not enact the Ordinance as it stands,...

Ordinance 2024-01 Firearm Target Practice Areas

Public Hearing and Intention to adopt an Ordinance with Regulations for Private Firearm Target Practice Areas

Posted on May 28, 2024

The Board of Supervisors of Hellam Township will consider for enactment, and intends take action upon, Hellam Township Ordinance No. 2024-01 "An Ordinance with Regulations for Firearm Target Practice Areas" at a Public Hearing to be held during the Board’s regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 6:00 PM, at the Hellam Township...

Kreutz Creek Elementary Food Truck Event- May 3rd 4-7PM

Posted on April 19, 2024

Kreutz Creek Elementary School is hosting a food truck event taking place Friday, May 3rd, from 4-7PM. There will be 8 different food trucks there including Traveller Coffee Co., Bayou Snow, Farm Show Milkshakes, Dandelion Thyme, Himes Family Concession, Sam & Jo Gyros, Gourmet Glizzy, and the Taco Bus. This annual event is a fundraiser...

PennDOT Announces Project Website Updates, Interim Repairs for Route 462 Veterans Memorial (Columbia-Wrightsville) Bridge

Posted on April 1, 2024

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that, due to changes in the scope of the project to rehabilitate the Route 462 Veterans Memorial (Columbia-Wrightsville) Bridge spanning the Susquehanna River between Lancaster and York counties, updates have been made to the project website to provide details regarding project redesign and anticipated...

York County Housing and Community Development: Grant Programs

Posted on March 28, 2024

April 10, 2024 at 2:00PM York County Admin Center Basement Conference Room 28 East Market Street York, PA 17401 www.ycpc.com All citizens of York County are urged to attend a public hearing to discuss the County’s Proposed Program Year (PY) 2024 Action Plan, which serves as the application process for the U.S. Department of Housing...

PennDOT Announces Update for Automated School Bus Enforcement

Posted on March 11, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 8, 2024 Contact: Jennifer Kuntch, 717-705-1551 or jkuntch@pa.gov PennDOT Announces Update for Automated School Bus Enforcement Updated when Gov. Shapiro signed SB 851, law now allows vehicle owners to contest liability virtually or in-person with a PennDOT Hearing Officer Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has published updated...

Deer Removal

Posted on March 4, 2024

If you come across a dead deer on your property or on the road, contact Tom Marsh 484-571-2092. Tom is contracted through the PA Game Commission to assist with roadkill removal in the township. Call or text him at 484-571-2092 to schedule a pick up time and location.

Susquehanna Riverlands State Park Public Presentation

Posted on February 14, 2024

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary will be conducting an informational meeting on February 29, 2024 at the Eastern York High School to allow everyone to learn more about the Susquehanna Riverlands State Park. Please mark your calendars and attend. For more information, click on the attached flyer. Susquehanna Riverlands State Park Public...

Hellam Herald – Winter 2024

Posted on February 5, 2024

In case you missed it, we released our first volume of the new Hellam Township Newsletter - The Hellam Herald! Stay up to date with important township news, updates, and information about local community organizations with these quarterly newsletters. You can view an online version of the newsletter here. Be on the lookout for our...

In Case of an Emergency – Register with the EYCEMA

Posted on January 15, 2024

The Eastern York County Emergency Management Agency is in the process of updating their Access and Functional Needs registry. The registry is updated every two years. If you have registered previously, please register again so they can ensure your information is correct. To register online, use this link: https://forms.gle/oQUCjzt6cmoc8d48A If you want a paper form...

Volunteers Needed for Various Commissions

Posted on December 22, 2023

Are you interested in getting involved with your community and taking part in decision research? If so, sign up to volunteer. We are seeking the following: Planning Commission Members: Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. and are held in the Municipal Meeting Room. There is one position...