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Mom shares family’s experience at Harrisburg festival: ‘It wasn’t a safe thing’
The Lenington family of Lower Paxton Township, has been attending Harrisburg’s Fourth of July fireworks show for several years. However, after two distressing experiences at Riverfront Park in the last three years, the family does not plan to return for future events if the city cannot guarantee their safety.
Kiski Township erred in withholding details of police chief's severance, legal expert says
Jul. 5—The Kiski Township Board of Supervisors accepted Lee Bartolicius' resignation as police chief Wednesday night, but residents — and even some officials — still are in the dark about the circumstances of his departure, including severance pay. That made informed public comment at the meeting difficult, possibly spelling legal trouble for the township, according to Melissa Melewsky, media ...
No more invasive species planting along state highways
(The Center Square) – A new law now requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to plant native species along state highways. Although the department began following the directive on its own, state Rep. Brett Miller said the “small, but mighty” bill makes the policy official and will “reach to every corner of Pennsylvania.” “We are all becoming more aware of the problems associated with non-native species and their negative impact on our ecosystem here in Pennsylvania,” he said on the House floor Wednesday. Burns said approximately 2,100 native plant species exist in Pennsylvania, including ferns, sedges, rushes, wildflowers, and vines. The new law defines non-native plants according to designation from the National Invasive Species Information Center. The center warns that invasive species threaten the extinction of native plants and animals and destroy the state’s biodiversity.
Structure fire reported on Kennedy Lane in Steelton
STEELTON, Pa. — A structure fire was reported on Kennedy Lane in Steelton Saturday afternoon. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. Injuries are unknown at this time. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. For live traffic updates, click here. Do you have photos or video of...
We Salute You: James Comp
(WHTM) — abc27 salutes James Comp. He served in the United States Navy from 1958 to 1962. In that time, he served on two different destroyer escort ships as a third class electrician. Post-service, he remained an electrician for 42 years. He is now enjoying retirement with his wife,...
The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg
We hope you all had a great July 4th holiday! In case the day off left you behind on the news, find all of our coverage, below. The Broad Street Market’s temporary tent will receive a name selected by the community, our online story reported. People can visit the tent to vote on their favorite of five names submitted by community members.
2nd Annual Fringe Festival Returns
The Harrisburg Fringe Festival is making its return on July 18-21. The festival provides a space and opportunity for artists to emerge and showcase their talents and craft. It provides live entertainment, visual and displays, kid-friendly shows and more. The Fringe Fest is an arts festival that takes place across...
Boots to Health, working to improve veterans overall health
A nonprofit organization is working to improve the lives of veterans. The Boots to Health Foundation offers life coaching, fitness, training, and nutrition coaching to veterans at no cost. Logan Spiewak is the co-founder and Executive Director of Boots for Health Foundation. Spiewak, a proud Marine Corps Veteran, struggled significantly...
Harrisburg Mayor speaks after Fourth of July incidents: ‘Time for the parents in Harrisburg to take charge’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams spoke strongly at a press conference Friday addressing the safety concerns at the Fourth of July event that led to the premature end of the city’s massive fireworks show. Three guns, one being a BB gun and the other being a pistol that could become fully automatic […]
‘We do know he’s gone’; new docs could help Pennsylvania man learn what happened to cousin shot down over Vietnam
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Just finally knowing what’s not the case has provided some measure of closure to the cousin of an American pilot shot down in 1965 over Vietnam. Now Larry Christian of Fairview Township in York County hopes a 30-year trove of documents he sought, and has now received, could lead him to […]
Medical center has filled vital need in Perry County for 50 years
The Family Practice Center at Loysville, formerly known as Perry Health Center, is hitting a major milestone this month, celebrating its 50th anniversary. The medical facility at 1100 Montour Road has been a cornerstone of the community since construction began in May 1973. By December of that year, the first patients were received, and the center was officially dedicated in July 1974.
York County Lotto Player Pays $2, Becomes Millionaire
The lucky player earned the seven-figure prize by matching all five white balls pulled in the Wednesday, July 3 drawing, said lotto reps. The vendor, Royal Farms at 933 Broad Street in Delta, will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. It's the second winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket...
Lancaster woman dies following crash
State police are investigating a crash that killed a Lancaster woman. They say that a vehicle driven by 42-year-old Kristy Larson, was traveling east on Holtwood Road when it crossed into the westbound lane, left the roadway and hit a large tree. According to state police, the force of the...
Winning Streak Halted as Hawks Take Second Half Opener
(July 6, 2024 – York, Pa.): The York Revolution have made a habit of leaving the opposition in the dust with one sided victories but were given a taste of their own medicine in the second half opener on Saturday night at WellSpan Park, falling to the Staten Island FerryHawks by an 11-1 score.
Stellar Collectibles has selection ready for booming collecting industry
YORK, Pa. — Collectibles are a hot commodity these days with a market set to boom, and Brent Morea is looking to help meet the demand. "I like seeing their faces when they look around, and I try to make it an array of different things," said Morea of when people visit his shop.
South Jersey nonprofit 'Paws Healing Heroes' pairs service dogs with veterans in need
As a military veteran, Mark Eberle knew far too well the struggles of returning to civilian life.Once seeing how service dogs made the difference for fellow veterans, his mission became Paws Healing Heroes.This South Jersey nonprofit pairs dogs with those who served, so no veteran's needs are forgotten."Our goal is to rescue dogs from shelters and foster programs and train them for disabled veterans like myself," said Co-Founder and President of Paws Healing Heroes, Mark Eberly.Their training of the animals occurs at Alpha & Omega Working Dogs."It heals me along the process. You know, I had my own trauma, but the sense of joy and accomplishment, it's just a really amazing feeling when it's all said and done," said Eberly.For more information, check out the video above.Also, check out their website.
Crash with injuries reported on Deininger Road in Springettsbury Township
YORK, Pa. — A crash was reported on the 3300 block of Deininger Road in Springettsbury Township Saturday evening just after 6:45 p.m. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. The crash involved a vehicle that struck a tree. Injuries have been reported but no transports have been made...
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