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Planning Commission meets again for Gettysburg Borough rezoning project
The Gettysburg Planning Commission continued the task of reviewing a new draft zoning ordinance for the borough of Gettysburg at their meeting yesterday. The commission heard two presentations from residents who wished to make specific recommendations for revisions. Before the comments, Commission Chair Charles Strauss said the commission would be...
2024 Outdoor Fall Gun & Cash Bash
Location: Fayetteville Volunteer Fire Department, 101 West Main Street, Fayetteville, PA 17222 (carnival grounds) Special Offer: Get one free ticket for every 10 tickets purchased at once. Inclusions: Admission, all food (including one main meal), all beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and a chance to win over $15,000 in prizes. Additional...
See all homes sold in Cumberland County, July 8 to July 14
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Cumberland County reported from July 8 to July 14. There were 101 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,428-square-foot home on H Street in Carlisle that sold for $265,000. Camp...
Thousands without power after severe storm strikes York County: Met-Ed
Thousands around the Hanover area and York County were reportedly without power after a severe storm uprooted trees, brought down power lines, and even threw a trampoline into wires. As of 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Met-Ed reported a total of roughly 15,000 people around York County were without power, according to...
With storms in the forecast, first responders warn of the danger of downed wires
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — After storms slammed parts of central Pennsylvania- and with more in the forecast- first responders are reminding the public how dangerous downed wires can be. According to Union Fire Company No. 1 in Manchester, York County, when strong winds or trees push over utility poles,...
Firefighters were called to reports of structure fire in Hallam
HALLAM, Pa. — Firefighters were called to a structure fire reported in York County around 9:45 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crew headed to Frysville Road in Hallam. No injuries or road closures have been reported at this time. For live traffic updates, click here.
Firefighters respond to downed wires in Heidelberg Township
PORTERS SIDELING, Pa. — Crews were en route to reports of downed wires in York County around 8:15 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. The report came in for Marburg Road in Spring Grove. No injuries or road closures have been reported. For live traffic updates,...
Yankee Candle to move some operations to Cumberland County
After filing a notice with the state to lay off 100 Massachusetts-based employees, Yankee Candle Company, Inc. confirmed it is relocating some operations from a Massachusetts distribution center to one in Newville, Cumberland County, a spokesman from the company told MassLive on Tuesday. The clarification comes after the company —...
Two homes suffer heavy damage during third alarm fire in Cumberland County
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Emergency crews were busy battling a third alarm fire in Cumberland County on Tuesday afternoon, amid the triple digit heat and high wind. Firefighters from multiple surrounding counties made their way to a home on Logan’s Run in East Pennsboro Township. Two homes suffered heavy damage by the fire that […]
Pa. State Police ID three killed in weekend I-81 crash
Pennsylvania State Police in Cumberland County released the names and ages of the three people who were killed in a crash on Interstate 81 south Sunday afternoon. The crash – which involved four vehicles and 11 people – took place at 1:53 p.m. in Silver Spring Township and closed the highway until almost midnight.
York County community dealing with impact of bridge closure could see a solution sooner than expected
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — On the north branch of the Muddy Creek in East Hopewell Township, York County, you’ll find Tim Diehl. Right next to his house, you’ll also find the Muddy Creek Forks Road Bridge, which has been off-limits for nearly a year. “[PennDOT] put up...
Landscapers battle high temperatures to keep gardens cool
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — As temperatures soared, landscapers at Geller Brothers Landscaping braved the scorching heat to keep gardens in top shape. With the temperatures hitting triple digits, owner Nick Geller and his team faced the challenge head-on, working tirelessly to get the job done while staying cool. "We...
Teen dies after being hit by a car while crossing busy Route 30 intersection: coroner
A teen died last week after being struck by a vehicle while crossing a road in Springettsbury Township, according to the York County Coroner's Office. Quinterrion Smith, 17, of Coffeeville, Mississippi died Friday morning at WellSpan York Hospital, a release states. The cause and manner of death is pending an autopsy, which is...
Franklin County roundup: Greencastle man charged with assaulting firefighter responding to his car crash
15 July 2024- Pennsylvania State Police say that a Greencastle man is facing charges after he allegedly assaults a firefighter responding to a vehicle crash he was in earlier this month. PSP have charged Christopher Lee Stone with felony aggravated assault against designated individuals, misdemeanor resisting arrest, and summary harassment. He remains behind bars on $10,000 bail.
Emergency Preparedness Workshop for Older Adults: Are You Ready PA?
Photo and information obtained from Franklin County Area Agency on Aging. Are you prepared if an emergency happens? The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), in collaboration with WITF and the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging, will host a vital workshop designed to help older adults plan for various emergencies. The workshop, titled “Preparing Together – Are You Ready PA?”, aims to provide essential knowledge and tools to ensure safety during disasters.
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