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New Pennsylvania law will return some unclaimed money without a claim
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Starting next year, Pennsylvania will return some unclaimed money directly to the people it belongs to instead of requiring them to first file a claim with the state Treasury. A bill to allow the change passed the...
Educational Resources Heading into the School Year
It is almost that time of year again when the kids are back in the classrooms and preparing for a full year of education. "They have fresh minds, they are excited and it is an exciting time to be a teacher this time of year," said State Representative Bob Merski.
Pa. Supreme Court sets Oct. 8 argument on claim that life without parole for felony murder is cruel
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Oct. 8 in an appeal that could bring hope for freedom to more than 1,000 people serving life in prison without the possibility of parole for murders they didn’t commit. The court in February agreed to consider the case of Derek Lee, who is serving life in […]
Drake Bell rocks, Idina Menzel sings, ‘The Little Mermaid’ swims, and more: Things to do in central Pa. this weekend.
If you’re not ready to let go of summer just yet, don’t worry; there are still plenty of ways to celebrate the season in central Pa. Concert season is still going strong, with some big names coming to Harrisburg and Hershey this weekend, alongside a fun bookstore event and plenty more to check out.
Oxford Valley Mall apartments welcome first residents to Middletown. What it costs
Atlee Square, the new apartment complex at the Oxford Valley Mall in Middletown, opened to residents last week, despite ongoing construction. The four-story luxury apartment complex sits adjacent to the mall off Route 1 and Woodbourne Road, offering apartments for prices starting at $1,980 per month. Laylaa Ahmad, the property...
One person hospitalized after crashing vehicle into pole in Dauphin County
SWATARA TOWNSHIP, Pa. — One person was hospitalized after crashing their vehicle into a pole in Dauphin County, according to police. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Police responded to the 5600 block of Derry Street near Lawn Ford Way in Swatara Township at 3:09 a.m. for...
APR Supply Co. Honors Top Vendors at 22nd Annual Buying Show
APR Supply Co., a leading distributor of HVAC, plumbing, hydronics, Irrigation and PVF products, proudly hosted its 22nd annual Buying Show on Wednesday in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This highly anticipated event brought together industry professionals to explore the latest products, innovations, and trends. Prior to the Buying Show, APR Supply Co....
Police responded to a car that smashed into a building in Lancaster County
LANCASTER, Pa. — Emergency services responded to a car that smashed into a FedEx building in Lancaster County around 3:45 p.m. Video above: News coverage of crews working to fix the hole. The crash occurred at the intersection of Fruitville Pike and West Roseville Road in Manheim Township. The...
Harrisburg-area father of murdered woman, raising his grandkids, fighting IRS for $12k refund from 2021
SWATARA TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — This isn’t the most traumatic thing that has happened to Gary Macon. The most traumatic thing was losing his daughter, Kyra Haley, 24 — shot and killed, police said, by her husband Dallas Haley, who is serving up to 40 years in prison for the homicide — which left Macon and his wife Tracy Macon raising Haley’s children, who are Gary Macon’s grandchildren.
President of Manheim Township School Board to replace State Rep. Sturla on Democratic ticket
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — In the wake of Representative Michael Sturla's decision not to seek reelection, the Lancaster County Democratic Committee has made a recommendation for his replacement on the ballot. Chairman Tom O’Brien says the Committee's vote was unanimous. It recommended to the Pennsylvania Democratic Party that Nikki...
I-83 to be closed temporarily in Harrisburg for bridge removal
A portion of Interstate 83 in Harrisburg will be closed later this month for the removal of the 29th Street Bridge. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said the highway will be closed between the 19th Street and Paxton Street exits on Aug. 24 for bridge demolition. The bridge, which crosses...
Repairing the World: A Community Screening & Conversation
WITF will host a free community screening of Repairing the World: Stories from the Tree of Life followed by an expert-led conversation around issues raised in the film. at Penn State Harrisburg in the Student Enrichment Center. Get Free Tickets. Repairing the World: Stories from the Tree of Life documents...
Harrisburg police department receives bicycle donation to add to fleet
The Harrisburg Bureau of Police received a charitable donation Thursday of three new bicycles to add to their patrol fleet. Guardian Knights Motorcycle Club, a local nonprofit, presented the police department with the bikes at Riverfront Park in front of the Walnut Street bridge. The bicycles will help to replace...
IT company opens Harrisburg office
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Harrisburg theater’s ‘Penguin Project’ puts children with special needs on stage
Twenty years ago, a developmental pediatrician noticed how children came out of their shells, gaining confidence and social skills, when they were involved in theater programs. Maybe the same would be true for children with disabilities, he thought. Now a growing national program is proving the pediatrician’s theory to be...
WGAL meteorologist announces departure: ‘This all felt like it was meant to be’
A member of the WGAL news team is leaving the station. In a post on his Facebook page, meteorologist T.J. Springer shared that he would be leaving the Lancaster-based NBC affiliate station for a new position. “LIFE ANNOUNCEMENT: This is something that I wouldn’t think I’d be writing...but my last...
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