YORK CATHOLIC COMMUNITY

Apr 28 2026LIFESTYLE

Outdoor dining returns to York’s George Street in 2026

York’s George Street will buzz with life again next year as outdoor dining makes a comeback. Starting May 2 and running till Halloween on October 31, Restaurant Row will host sidewalk tables every Saturday. Hours stretch from 4:30 p. m. to 10 p. m. , giving visitors a long evening under the sky. Se

reading time less than a minute
Apr 26 2026FINANCE

Yorkville’s budget plan for 2027: What’s inside and why it matters

Yorkville is getting ready for its financial future with a 2027 budget that promises a steady five-year outlook. The city has set aside $27. 9 million for its general fund, enough to cover its yearly expenses without running short. This budget passed smoothly during an April meeting, kicking off a n

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Stress, Faith and the Risk of Thoughts About Ending Life

Community workers in a Chinese city faced high pressure during the pandemic. Researchers followed them for a year, asking about how much stress they felt, their religious beliefs, and whether they had thoughts of suicide. They used three standard questionnaires to gather the data from 446 workers in

reading time less than a minute
Jan 16 2026EDUCATION

York's Arts Scene Gets a Big Boost

York College, DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, and York Country Day School have joined forces to make arts education bigger and better. This team-up aims to spark creativity, bring the community together, and put York County on the map as a hotspot for culture and the arts. The plan is to cr

reading time less than a minute
Jan 11 2026BUSINESS

Yorkville's Newest Helpers in Tough Times

Yorkville is getting a new kind of helper. Aftermath Services is opening a big new place in town. They are experts in cleaning up after really hard situations. Think crime scenes or accidents. Their new spot is at 1215 Deer St. It's a huge 5, 000-square-foot space. This means they can help more peop

reading time less than a minute
May 29 2025HEALTH

How Zanzibar's Health Workers Got a Digital Payday

Community health workers (CHWs) are the backbone of achieving universal health coverage. They play a crucial role in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals. To keep them motivated and effective, paying them fairly is key. The World Health Organization and groups like the Community Health Impact

reading time less than a minute
Apr 24 2025EDUCATION

How Will Community Colleges Adapt To New Rules?

Community colleges across the United States are facing a big challenge. Federal changes are coming and these changes could have a big impact on how these colleges operate. These colleges are worried, but they are not just sitting around. They are looking for ways to adapt and thrive in the new en

reading time less than a minute
Jan 25 2025EDUCATION

Local Heroes: Empowering Parents in Early Childhood Support

Community champions play a vital role in shaping early years support. But how can we best share knowledge and boost parent confidence in local communities? Let's dive into this crucial topic. First, who are these community champions? They are local residents who are passionate about supporting youn

reading time less than a minute
Dec 25 2024HEALTH

Weather and Air Quality's Impact on Pneumonia in Germany

Community-acquired pneumonia, or CAP, is a big deal worldwide. It causes lots of sickness and death, plus it costs health systems a bundle. Germany alone sees over 15, 000 deaths from CAP each year. So, what's climate change got to do with it? Quite a bit, actually. Changing weather patterns might b

reading time less than a minute
Dec 18 2024POLITICS

A Religious Group's Tax Battle: What's at Stake for Workers?

Catholic Charities is taking its fight against Wisconsin's unemployment tax to the Supreme Court. They argue that the tax violates their religious freedom, since they don't hold religious services. But the state says the tax is fair, as it applies to all employers, religious or not. The court's deci

reading time less than a minute