Comings & goings: pet clinic opens in York County among business news. York Daily Record Aug. 26, 2026, 5:01 a.m. ET Heart + Paw recently opened in Springettsbury Township to offer pet owners veterinary care and grooming under one roof. The clinic, located at 41 Cinema Drive, offers well visits, dental services, surgery, a pharmacy and end-of-life care. The practice will expand in September to add urgent care hours, said Devan Middleton, a certified veterinary technician and center director. Pets with life-threatening conditions will need to be taken to an emergency hospital. Heart + Paw has numerous locations on the East Coast, and while it is a corporation, Dr. Kristin Maynard, the veterinarian at the York clinic, has the autonomy to practice medicine as she sees fit, Middleton said. More doctors will be added as the business grows. "There's definitely a need for veterinary care in this area," she said. The facility has seven rooms for pets: five exam rooms, a cat-only room and a comfort suite. There is also a dental suite and a surgical suite. The York clinic offers general practice surgeries, such as spaying, neutering and mass removals, Middleton said. It has partnered with MOVES, and Dr. Kurt Michelotti can come in to perform orthopedic surgeries. Heart + Paw also offers grooming. The clinic is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. A grand opening is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. The event will include raffles, food, face painting and more. Red Land Senior Center opens in new home in Lewisberry. The Red Land Senior Center has moved into its new home at 501 Market Street in Lewisberry, according to a news release. The senior center offers a place for older adults to come together, enjoy a meal, participate in programs and activities, and receive services, the release states. The Red Land Senior Center has been in existence for more than 52 years. The Valley Grange #1360 served as the senior center's temporary home while its new permanent location was being renovated. "There really are no words to describe how excited we are to finally say, 'We're home!'" executive director Carman Banzaca is quoted in the news release. "This has been a long journey, and there have definitely been challenges along the way, but our staff, Board, volunteers, members, donors, businesses, and this community never stopped believing in what Red Land Senior Center means to older adults. We are so incredibly grateful. Now, the doors are open, and we can't wait to see our seniors back where they belong." A grand opening will be planned in the near future. VFW Post in southern York County moves into new building. The New Freedom VFW Post 7012 celebrated its grand opening on Friday, Aug. 21, in its new home at 345 N. Constitution Ave. in New Freedom. The new facility is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to Burkentine Builders. The building includes a Veterans Resource Center, which will provide assistance to veterans and their families, including mental health support and referrals, career counseling, education resources and more, a news release states. The facility also includes a canteen bar and dining room, as well as a community hall for dances, events and fundraisers. The nonprofit organization supports veterans and their families, according to the VFW's website. Primrose Gift Co. relocates to Stony Brook Shopette. Primrose Gift Co., which sells all-natural soaps, organic body care products and handmade goods, recently moved from the York Galleria to a retail space in the Stony Brook Shopette at 3755 E. Market St. The family-operated business is on a mission to spread love and kindness, co-owner Michelle Long said. Her granddaughter, Haydn Zile, who created artwork for the gift shop, died in January. The business is working with Building Bridges for Brianna, a local organization dedicated to suicide prevention. Matt Snow, who has been skateboarding across the country to raise awareness about mental health, has been carrying a picture of Haydn, Long said. He currently is taking a break to recover from injuries he sustained, according to an Instagram post. Runkle's Red Lion store moves to Cape Horn Plaza. Runkle's, which offers notary, insurance, tag and title services, has moved from its location at 22 East Avenue in Red Lion to the Cape Horn Plaza, 2997 Cape Horn Road in Windsor Township. The business opened in its new location on Monday, Aug. 24. It will offer better parking, said Autumn Williams, director of field operations. The business hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Britton Coffee Co. closes Hanover spot, set to open Spring Grove shop. Britton Coffee Co. closed its downtown Hanover location at the end of July. The business will be opening its new shop in Spring Grove at 6 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. It is located in the former Brother's Pizza in the 1000 block of Hanover Road in Jackson Township. It will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. New housing development coming to Dillsburg. Burkentine Builders recently broke ground for a new townhouse community in northern York County. Magnolia Pointe will be built along Route 194 in Dillsburg borough. It will offer modern townhomes that feature two- and three-level floor plans, open-concept layouts, and a sun-filled basement to extend the living space, according to a news release. Each home will have one- or two-car garages. Pricing starts in the $300,000 range, company spokesperson Alec Sivel said in an email. A total of 178 units are expected to be built over several years. Seventy-six homes will be constructed in the first phase, Sivel said. The address for the development is 1 Evelyn Drive. Burkentine Builders is based in West Manheim Township, York County. It has built about 4,700 single-family homes, townhomes, apartments and commercial properties throughout the East Coast, the release states. The Copper Crust Company closes its doors. The Copper Crust Company at 966 S. George St. in York closed its doors in early August. The business, which had been in operation for 14 years, donated pizzas to hospital workers during the coronavirus pandemic. It also recently won in the bakery division of the York and Hanover Community's Choice Awards. In a Facebook post, the business thanked its customers, neighbors, employees, friends and family members for their support over the years. "We love this community, and we believe the best chapters are often written after the hardest ones. We fully intend to be back when the time is right, and we'll be sure to let you know when that day comes," the post states. "Until then, thank you for your kindness, your support, and for believing in Copper Crust," it states. Hardee's along Route 30 is now vacant. The Hardee's restaurant on the corner of Route 30 and North George Street in Manchester Township recently closed. A spokeswoman for the company could not be reached for comment. It is the second Hardee's in York County to close this year. The restaurant at 820 E. Main St. in the Dallastown stopped operating in the spring. Teresa Boeckel is a reporter for the York Daily Record, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK. Contact her at [email protected].

Heart + paw(r) opens newest location in York, PA with local owner and partner doctor, Kristin Maynard! Appointments are open now - book yours today! YORK, PA - August 04, 2026 - Heart + Paw, the practice behind Petcare Reimagined(R), has opened its doors in York, PA, in partnership with co-owner Kristin Maynard, DVM. Dr. Maynard and her team have transformed the space at 41 Cinema Drive into a spacious, world-class primary and urgent care veterinary practice and grooming salon, featuring leading-edge equipment, advanced dental and surgery suites, and state-of-the-art grooming facilities. It's backed by the same standards that guide the brand's 31 locations, all committed to high-quality, low-stress care for their patients and clients across 11 states. Community ties run deep at the new location. Dr. Maynard partners with local law enforcement to provide veterinary care to the Hellam Township Police Department K-9 unit. And the Heart + Paw York team has forged a partnership with Heavenly Paws, a local cat rescue organization. On August 10th, the team will provide spay and neuter services free of charge to cats in Heavenly Paws care. "I've proudly called York home for many years, and I've had the privilege of caring for pets and their families throughout this community," said Dr. Maynard. "Opening a Heart + Paw here is about putting down even deeper roots, giving back to the place that has given so much to me, and continuing to provide exceptional veterinary care to the people and pets of York. What drew me to Heart + Paw was how much they care - not just about pets, but about the people who love and care for them. This partnership gives me the opportunity to build something truly special for York. I'm excited to return to serving this community, reconnect with familiar faces, and welcome new families while providing compassionate, high-quality care for their beloved pets." Heart + Paw York marks the company's third joint venture practice to open in just over a year. "The future of veterinary medicine belongs to great veterinarians who want to own, lead, and shape the practices they build," said Dave Lasus, CEO of Heart + Paw. "Dr. Maynard is exactly the kind of partner we're looking for - an exceptional clinician with deep roots in her community and a passion for delivering outstanding care. We're thrilled to partner with her to bring Heart + Paw to York and continue expanding a model that puts veterinarians in the driver's seat while surrounding them with the resources they need to thrive." In addition to world-class care, York pet parents will also have access to Heart + Paw's industry-leading Care Plans, which are personalized, annual preventive plans tailored to each pet's unique health and lifestyle. With interest-free payments spread over the year and no annual or enrollment fees, Care Plans are designed to make excellent preventive care simple and accessible for every family. And for pets due for a little pampering, the York center also offers Style grooming services - low-stress, high-quality grooming in the same welcoming space. A proper grand-opening celebration is being scheduled for September, with center tours, food and treats, giveaways, raffles, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Stay tuned for more details! Founded in 2018, Heart + Paw is reimagining petcare with a full range of services designed to meet the evolving needs of today's pet parents. From wellness, urgent, and dental care, to advanced diagnostics, surgery, grooming, and home delivery services, Heart + Paw provides a minimal-stress, compassionate approach for every pet. With 31 locations across 11 states, the company integrates cutting-edge technology, high-quality amenities, and carefully selected equipment based on years of research and practice. Guided by CEO Dave Lasus, and Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Mary Peacock, Heart + Paw has built a culture focused on elevating care for all - creating happier, healthier communities for pets and their people. Recognized as a top employer for five consecutive years, Heart + Paw is Certified by Great Places to Work(R) in 2026. To learn more, visit heartandpaw.com or follow Heart + Paw on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Dr. Maynard earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University and completed her clinical training at the University of Minnesota, after attending Winona State for her undergraduate studies. A Minnesota native, she moved to Pennsylvania after finishing veterinary school and has worked in general practice, urgent care, and emergency medicine, bringing broad clinical experience and a calm, compassionate approach to patient care. Dr. Maynard and her husband are proud pet parents to 4 dogs, Millie, Maggie, Barkley, and Vincenzo and two cats, Peaches and Pickles. You can find them in photographs throughout the center - making it feel even more like home.