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Portion of Pleasure Road in Lancaster area will be closed through the end of August; detour in place
LANCASTER, Pa. — The long-term closure of a Lancaster-area roadway began this week. A portion of Pleasure Road in Manheim Township was closed Monday to begin a culvert repair project, the township's police department said. The road is expected to be closed until the end of August, according to police.
Locally sourced restaurant Tied House closes in Lancaster County
LITITZ, Pa. (WHTM) — A restaurant that was most known for its locally sourced cuisine and local brews recently announced its closure. The Tied House, located at 27-31 East Main Street in Lititz, Lancaster County announced over the weekend that they are now closed. The announced closure of the...
Multiple counties in Central PA announce extended senior center hours to help keep older residents cool
LANCASTER, Pa. — As the temperatures continue to soar on Monday, several area senior centers are offering extended hours to help keep Central Pennsylvania seniors cool. The Lancaster County Office of Aging announced that eight senior centers across the county will offer extended hours, while the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging said it will open three of its locations longer on Monday and Tuesday to help its seniors escape the heat.
SPCA: Parvovirus found in multiple dogs in York County
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Multiple dogs infected with the highly contagious parvovirus have been identified in York County this week. According to the York branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), two unvaccinated dogs recently admitted to their facility became symptomatic and tested positive for a highly contagious disease […]
Hunter, dog-tracking handler seminar to be held in Lancaster County
The American Blood Trackers Association (ABTA) will be hosting a combined hunter and dog-tracking handler seminar from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. It will take place at the Hand-In-Hand Fire Company, 313 Enterprise Drive, Bird-in-Hand. The cost is $75, which includes food and drinks, and you...
Officials in York County announce passing of K9 Dargo
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — York County officials are mourning the loss of "an amazing K9." The Search 93- South Central Pa. Search and Rescue Facebook page posted that K9 Dargo passed on Monday, July 15. "K9 Dargo you were loved by many and our hearts are breaking at the...
Demolition crews begin to tackle smoldering ruins in York
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — Flames ripped through a warehouse in York late Friday night and on Saturday, the demolition crews rolled in. The ruins of the warehouse at Albemarle and Elm Streets are still smoldering Saturday afternoon. Roads in the area remain closed as demolition crews work to bring...
Lititz Borough issues Boil Water Advisory
LITITZ BOROUGH, Pa. (WHTM) — Lititz Borough has issued a Boil Water Advisory today. According to the Borough, a large amount of positive water pressure has been lost due to a “catastrophic break in the East Main Street water line.” The borough says the lack of pressure could allow contamination to enter the distribution system, and there is an increased chance the water could contain disease-causing organisms.
Lancaster City to host Indie Retail Week
LANCASTER CITY, Pa. (WHTM) — The City of Lancaster is set to host Indie Retail Week this week. From July 12 through July 20, Indie Retail Week celebrates Lancaster City’s independent retail community and encourages residents and visitors to support local merchants. This year’s Indie Retail Week has a specific message: “Rediscover the heart of indie.” The week’s emphasis is not only […]
Another Midstate township issues burn ban amid dry weather
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A York County township is issuing a burn ban. Conewago Township placed the ban in effect immediately and until further notice. The ban prohibits open burning in the township. Burn bans help protect life, property, and natural resources from wildfires. According to the Department...
In Quarters: Harford County Department of Emergency Services North Harford Station, Pylesville, MD
This facility received a Career 2 Notable award in the 2023 Firehouse Station Design Awards. Find the full list of winners here. To answer the challenges of an increased demand for timely emergency services in the rural northern regions of the county, the North Harford Station is the first station to be built by the county and staffed by career personnel. The scale of the project marries the building to the rural community while preserving the building’s identity as an emergency facility. The design features batten siding and stone that’s akin to surrounding barns and farms that are within the community. The station is a gateway into what’s known as Hawk Country, with the agriculturally themed educational campus just a few hundred yards away.
Parvovirus outbreak at York County SPCA forces public browsing closure
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — The York County SPCA announced that they will not be moving forward with Sunday’s adoption event after three rescue dogs tested positive for parvovirus. Parvovirus, or parvo for short, is an infectious disease that can severely threaten a dog’s intestinal health. The most...
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