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More from the crash scene at 5th & Walnut

A Columbia Borough Police cruiser and a silver Honda Civic sedan collided head-on shortly before 4:30 this afternoon on North Fifth Street near the intersection at Walnut Street. Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the accident, the exact circumstances of which are not known at this point. At the scene, State Trooper Ryan Gehman sought witnesses to the accident.  
The collision left the police cruiser resting on the sidewalk of the northbound lane, with severe front-end damage, and its front bumper crumpled underneath the vehicle. The aftermath also left the Honda Civic facing west in the southbound lane with severe front-end damage.  The officer and the female driver of the Honda were taken to LGH. Their conditions are not known.
Columbia Borough Police Sergeant Sam Stein retrieved rifles from the disabled police vehicle which was then towed from the scene by Midway Collision. 
The Honda Civic Sedan came to rest in the opposite lane on North Fifth Street.

The cruiser jumped the curb along the northbound lane, near the intersection of North Fifth and Walnut.

State Trooper Ryan Gehman investigated the accident scene.

Sergeant Sam Stein retrieved rifles from the disabled cruiser.

Midway Collision towed away the vehicles.

State expected to study Columbia police department

Columbia Borough Council in late September approved a motion to seek state assistance with a comprehensive study of its police operations.
The borough’s mayor, Leo Lutz, said Oct. 9 that the proposed study, which would be conducted by the state Department of Community & Economic Development, would, among other things, examine the feasibility of a consolidation or merger with other area police departments.

Head-on with police cruiser at 5th & Walnut

A police cruiser and a Honda Civic collided head-on on North Fifth Street near the intersection at Walnut shortly before 4:30 this afternoon. The driver of the Honda was taken to the hospital by ambulance. The officer was checked by QRS at the scene and was taken to the hospital, also.

The exact circumstances of the accident are unclear at this point. State police are investigating.

Fire Safety Open House

The Columbia Borough Risk Watch Coalition presented a Fire Safety Open House Wednesday night at the Columbia Borough Fire Department. Activities included free rides in fire trucks, apparatus and equipment displays, and water safety demonstrations.
Vehicles from several departments lined up for the event.
Visitors checked out the inside of an ambulance.
 Ranae Tibbens of Chiques Rock Outfitters gave Brooke Barnhart tips on kayak safety.

 It goes all the way up.
All lined up. 
Fire Chief Scott Ryno making a point.

 Mayor Lutz reading a proclamation.

 Holding down the sign.

 Tools of the trade.

 Climbing the ladder.

 A look inside.

 Emerging from the smoke.

 Night lights

Lights in the sky

National Watch and Clock Museum to hold Witching Hour Halloween Ball October 31

Welcome all witches and creatures of fright, devils, demons, and ghouls of the night! Like a witch on her broomstick, time will fly on October 31 as the National Watch and Clock Museum holds its first Witching Hour Halloween Ball.

On this Daylight Saving Time weekend join the Museum from 7 to 10 p.m. as it marks the end of daylight saving time with mysterious music, devilish drinks, and hallowing hors doeuvres.  A haunting hearse will welcome each guest to the Museum, and a spooky signature drink will be available at the cash bar. Costumes always add to the fun and are strongly encouraged, but not required. Parisan and Sons Entertainment will provide the dance music, and media sponsor 96.1 SOX will announce winners of several categories for best costume.

Tickets for this 21 and over event are $15 per person and $25 per couple and may be purchased by calling 717-684-8261 ext. 211 or visiting museumoftime.org.

The National Watch and Clock Museum is operated by the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) association with over 14,000 members, representing 52 countries. April through November the Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.  December through March hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. From Memorial Day through Labor Day the Museum is also open on Mondays. Discounts are available to seniors, students, AAA members, and groups of 10 or more. Groups of 10 or more are encouraged to call ahead.  For more program information, directions, or general Museum information, call 717-684-8261 or visit our website at www.museumoftime.org.