(4/2025) The 2025 Farmers' Almanac predicts Spring temperatures will be slightly warmer than usual and that precipitation will range from above average to average. As the weather improves, many residents start raking leaves and gathering fallen tree branches. The question is, what should we do with the debris? One suggestion is to transport the debris to the Washington Township Refuse Transfer Station at 12721 Buchanan Trail East (off Rt 16) in Waynesboro. Before going, check out their website at washtwp-franklin.org/transfer-station or call 717-762-4413 for further information on what they accept and the cost.
If you plan to burn, read the Carroll Valley Borough Ordinance 6-2008. The ordinance contains information about what you are and are not allowed to burn and your safety and supervisory responsibilities. To see a copy of the ordinance, go to carrollvalley.org, and on the home page, type open burning in the search box and then click on the ordinance. If you have any questions, call the borough office at 717-642-8269.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN) will have their spring clothing giveaway on Saturday, April 12th. You can drop off your spring/summer clothing only from 8-11 and then come shop for FREE from 11-2 at Liberty Worship Center. We usually have clothing from infants to adults, including maternity clothes. There will also be gently used shoes. We will also treat the nursing homes and Meals on Wheels to a little surprise for Easter. Thanks for the continued support! If you have any questions, please call Robin at 717-642-6578.
The Carroll Valley Blood Drive was held in the meeting room on Monday, February 24th. Twenty-nine donors gave blood, and twenty-five units of blood were collected. The difference between the number of blood donors and the number of units of blood counted arises because a single donor can contribute multiple units of blood components (like red cells, platelets, or plasma) during a single donation. As reported by the Red Cross, seventy-five local lives will be saved. Thank you for your personal gift. The next Carroll Valley Blood Drive will be held on Monday, May 12th, at a new time: 10 to 6.
The Easter Bunny is visiting our area on Saturday, April 19th to host the Carroll Valley Easter Egg Hunt. The start time is 11. Be sure to show up earlier. Digital portraits with the Easter Bunny will be taken by Jarrell Studios free of charge. Over 5,000 eggs have been filled and hidden for our young participants. My advice is to show up earlier than 11 so you can have a picture taken and time to figure out where your child's group area is. The age groups are: 2 years and under, 3 to 4 years old, 5 to 7 years old, and 8 to 10 years old. A Special Thanks goes to our event sponsor, Jen Warden, State Farm Insurance Agency, in Emmitsburg. Also, I would appreciate it if you would please tell your youngsters not to run over the old guy with the camera when the starting horn is blown.
April 26th, Saturday, from 10 to 2, in the Carroll Valley Borough parking lot, the Borough Police, Liberty Township, and the Cumberland Police Departments will partner with Collaborating For Youth to cooperate with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency to carry out the Adams County "Medicine Take-Back" collection. This medicine collection allows Adams County residents to dispose of unused or expired prescriptions and over-the-counter medications safely and free of charge. Pills, liquids, creams, and pill bubble packs will be accepted, and no needles or sharps will be accepted. Seventy percent of people abusing prescription pain relievers get them (take) from family and friends. In addition, safely disposing of prescription drugs and unused OTC medications helps reduce the damage to groundwater and the environment. For more information regarding the Adams County TAKE BACK, don't hesitate to contact Collaborating For Youth at 717-338-0300.
Covered Device Recycling is scheduled to occur on Saturday, April 26th, from 8 to 11 at 31 Carrolls Tract Road. This event is only for customers of Parks Garbage Service who live in Carroll Valley and Fairfield Boroughs, as well as Freedom, Hamiltonban, Highland, and Liberty Townships. View the Carroll Valley Borough website for acceptable recycling items.
Plans are underway to hold a Carroll Valley Fishing Derby on Sunday, April 27th, from 9 until noon. All children 15 and under are invited to the park with their fishing poles, tackle boxes, and bait and participate in the Carroll Valley fishing derby. Registration and check-in are scheduled to occur between 8 and 9. Fishing begins at 9 and ends at noon. Each participant is permitted to keep five fish. Hope to see you at the derby. Keep well. Watch your speed in the borough. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me by email using MayorRonHarris @comcast.net or phone 301-606-2021.
