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Harrisburg-area Verizon Wireless stores giving away free backpacks
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Verizon Wireless stores nationwide are giving away $3 million worth of backpacks for free at its 12th annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” on Sunday, July 28. According to Round Room, an authorized Verizon retailer hosting the event, school supplies cost families an average of...
Century plant blooms at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa.
Something very special is blooming at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa. right now.The rare century plant only flowers once every few decades."In its native habitat, it could take up to 100 years to grow to flower. But here at Longwood Gardens, ours is a rockstar, you could say, living life pretty large," said East Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens.The 36-foot-tall plant in the Silver Garden is bursting through the greenhouse."We actually took a pane of glass out and we have hundreds of flowers up top - bees, butterflies, birds pollinating that thing," says Gercens.This one is 22 years old. It...
'Well yeah I took it': Employee stole $35K from dentist's office in Adams County: police
An administrative assistant for an Adams County dentist's office told police "well yeah, I took it" after allegedly stealing more than $35,000 from the office and its patients and forging insurance claims, according to court documents. Rebecca Chapman, 57, of Gettysburg, is facing 12 felony charges, including forgery, unlawful taking,...
A healthy re-start program in York focuses on mind and body for ex-offenders
The people who ex-offenders cross paths with the days and weeks after they leave prison is crucial to their success. Bro2Go, an empowerment organization for those who have served time and at-risk youth, has partnered with Family First Health to help launch a healthy start for these men and women. “It’s vitally important...
Do you have spare giant Christmas tree that might make history on Continental Square?
It may be close to 100 degrees most days and the only attention brought to large pine trees recently is when they tear down power lines during a severe summer storm, but it's time to think about Christmas in July. With Christmas less than six months away, the City of...
Shady Maple Smorgasbord continues to thrive, serving thousands each day
LANCASTER, Pa. — In a day and age where all-you-can-eat buffets are declining in popularity, one spot in Lancaster County is thriving. Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl Township is having its best summer yet, feeding over 8,000 hungry customers each day. “The food is excellent here at Shady...
Norwegian Cruise Line picks Philadelphia for new homeport
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WHTM) – For the first time, Philadelphia will serve as a major cruise port. The Port of Philadelphia will be Norwegian Cruise Line’s new homeport starting in the 2026 spring/summer season. On April 16, 2026, Norwegian Jewel will commence seven-to-nine-day cruises to Bermuda out of Philadelphia from the SouthPort Marine Terminal Complex. Philadelphia will also […]
Trinity’s Will Detar, Northern Lebanon’s Aaron Seidel win national wresting titles at 2024 Fargo finals
Trinity’s Will Detar and Northern Lebanon’s Aaron Seidel led a contingent of nine Pennsylvania wrestlers who garnered national titles Wednesday nifht at the Junior and 16 and under wrwstling nationals in Fargo, N.D. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Over $26 million coming to Central PA for water infrastructure improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced Thursday $207.6 million to improve water infrastructure across the state. The funds, approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), will help communities access clean, safe drinking water, remove or replace hazardous contained pipes and collect and treat wastewater. Of that $207.6 million, $26,013,070 is being […]
York County marriage licenses: See who is planning to wed
Marriage License Filings, York County Register of Wills & Clerk of Orphans' Court, July 3-16, 2024: Applicant 1: Scott John Miller Reading Ma 01867 Applicant 2: Kaitlyn Ruth Shank Medford Ma 02155 Applicant 1: Hailey Alexandra Parks York Pa 17402 Applicant 2: Patrick Mark Hutchinson York Pa 17402 ...
Elected Democrats, candidate call for Dauphin County party leadership to resign
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Theatre In The X Will Host Free Performances of ONE MONKEY DON'T STOP NO SHOW
Theatre in the X, which was created in 2013 to provide the people of West Philadelphia and the African American community at large the opportunity to see professional quality theater in their own neighborhood for no cost, will present One Monkey Don't Stop No Show, a hilarious and heartfelt play by renowned playwright Don Evans, for their 11th season. Evans earned his M.A. and M.F.A. in Theatre Arts from Temple University and was a part of the Black Arts Movement. The company's production of One Monkey Don't Stop No Show will be offered to audiences for free at Philadelphia's Malcolm X Park for a limited engagement, August 22 - 25, 2024.
Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival Set To Debut at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center Sept. 28-29
The Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival is set to make its grand debut at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks Sept. 28-29. The Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival is set to make its grand debut at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks Sept. 28-29. The Pennsylvania Chocolate and...
Thanks to Dedicated Volunteers, Historic Carousel at Pottstown Back in Action
A Pottstown historic carousel is once again up and running after a decades-long hiatus thanks to the dedication of a group of committed volunteers, reports Todd Haas for 6abc. “It’s a work of art, really,” said State Rep. Joe Ciresi. “If you just come in, if you don’t want to ride it, just look at it. It’s unbelievable how beautiful it is. And to know the people volunteered to restore it.”
Penn State Board of Trustees sued by one of its members
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State’s Board of Trustees is facing a lawsuit from one of its own members after allegedly refusing to give access to important information. Trustee Barry Fenchak filed the suit Tuesday, June 16, after repeatedly asking about Penn State’s use of the endowment money since “June of 2022.” In the […]
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