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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.
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.
Cumberland County township institutes burn ban until further notice
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — Southampton Township supervisors announced this week they are instituting a ban on open burning across the township until further notice, citing conditions and the lack of rain in the forecast. The Cumberland County township's burn ban went into effect on Monday. It was instituted under...
Temporary handwashing stations due to boil water advisory: York County restaurant inspections, July 16, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Dunkin Donuts, 2210 Old Trail Rd. Goldsboro, Follow-up, July 3. Pass. No violations. Rutter’s Farm Store #53, 2215 Old Trail Rd. Etters, Emergency Response, July 2. Pass. Facility is utilizing a high...
Cumberland County Prison Inmate Escapes Work Release: Sheriff
A convicted felon is wanted after escaping prison while on work release, the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office announced on Tuesday, July 16. Karl Glen Zimmerman, 62 of Calrilse, "walked away from the Cumberland County Prison Work Release Center" around 11:30 a.m. on July 16, as detailed in t…
Crash reported on Buchanan Trail East in Washington Township
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Police were called to a crash reported in Franklin County Tuesday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the 11100 block of Buchanan Trail East near Old Forge Road in Washington Township around 9 a.m. Franklin County dispatchers say the...
Chambersburg Police Arrest Woman on Aggravated Assault Charges
Michelle Allen, a 35-year-old Black female, was arrested by the Chambersburg Police Department on charges of aggravated assault. The arrest took place on July 15, 2024, at Chambersburg Hospital located at 112 N Seventh St, Chambersburg, PA. Allen, described as approximately 5′ 3″ tall, weighing 115 lbs, with black hair...
Some Chambersburg water customers receive boil water advisory as emergency leak fixed near Wilson College overnight
17 July 2024- According to Borough officials, some people in Chambersburg might be waking up to a boil water advisory this morning after a water main break in the borough’s northside tonight. Overnight, according to Chambersburg Borough Manager Jeffrey Stonehill, the borough’s Water Department fixed a water main leak...
Ceremony, drive-thru planned for Martin’s Mill Bridge’s 175th anniversary
The 175th anniversary of an Antrim Township landmark that’s survived against the odds will be celebrated Friday and Saturday, July 26 and 27. Martin’s Mill Bridge still spans the east branch of the Conococheague Creek outside of Greencastle, in spite of condemnation, the destructive force of a hurricane and age-related deterioration.
PSPCA launches first Pittie Fest with $5 adoption fees for Pitbulls
Danville, Montour Co. — The PSPCA are gearing up for their first ever Pittie Fest with special adoption fees. Adoption fees for all classic Pitbulls of all sizes and ages will be set at five dollars starting July 16th and ending on August 11th at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters, Danville and Lancaster locations.
Weeks after Harrisburg man was shot to death during road rage incident, his father reacts
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Three weeks after a Harrisburg man was shot to death during a road rage incident, his father reacts to the district attorney's decision not to press charges against the man who killed him. It was June 23 when Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo says...
Graduate Story: Chris Steel '90
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning practice lead, AlphaSix. AI and data analytics consultant, board of directors, University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Chris Steel ’90 evaluates AI and machine-learning technologies and develops customized plans to use them effectively and safely in areas such as cybersecurity. He also leads a team of more than 30 tech consultants and he advises the University of North Carolina at Charlotte on the use of generative AI, machine learning and data analytics in education.
Oppressive heat at York Fair as it readies for fair opening
YORK, Pa. — York Fair workers and concession operators faced extreme heat as they rushed to finish work on the fair Tuesday. It opens Friday morning for its 159th year. Workers complained about Tuesday's near 100-degree temperatures. "It is brutal. It is too hot for people to be out...
WellSpan York Hospital hosted EMS Skills Day
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — York County Fire Training School hosted its annual EMS Skills Day last Wednesday. In this event, medical students and new doctors at WellSpan York Hospital participate in training exercises to be prepared to help patients get to the ER in the best shape possible. The purpose is to have useful conversations with emergency workers treating patients on their way to the hospital to learn what is and isn’t possible in the field.
Vacant Community Hospital in Chester to become site of new affordable housing complex
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh awarded two organizations matching $750,000 grants to construct affordable housing projects within the city of Chester. Everest PACE...
Graybill, McKean, Puggé, Reasoner named 2024 USTFCCCA Women’s All-Academic
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – Four members of the Shippensburg University women's track & field team: Leah Graybill, Sara McKean, Nicola Puggé; and Abby Reasoner, were recognized Monday as 2024 Women's All-Academic Athletes by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). All four women are repeat...
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