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Senate Majority Leader says state budget could be smaller than Governor Shapiro's proposal
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — State lawmakers are going home for the 4th of July without a finished budget. The spending plan is now three days overdue, but Democrats and Republicans hope to get it finished soon. Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman spoke today about the progress being made so...
Harrisburg Family Dollar store fixes alarm system; neighbors look forward to good night’s sleep
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A day after the company promised to fix an alarm system that kept neighbors awake at night, in some cases for months, Family Dollar said — and an abc27 News crew on the scene confirmed — a contractor was working to fix the system. A company spokesperson said Wednesday two contractors […]
Cellmate charged with murder in man’s death at Camp Hill prison
A 30-year-old incarcerated man was charged with murder in connection to the death of a 57-year-old man at SCI Camp Hill on Tuesday, Pennsylvania State Police announced. Kevin Beattie, 57, of Philadelphia, was found unresponsive in his cell and pronounced dead at 8:16 a.m., according to the Department of Corrections. A press release from state police said Beattie’s cellmate at the time of his death was Shaquille T. Gibson, 30, of York, who was charged with murder following an investigation.
Lancaster County coroner IDs John Doe found dead in Susquehanna River in 1998
MANOR TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A John Doe whose body was found in the Susquehanna River 26 years ago has been identified. The Lancaster County coroner said James Gibson, 39, of Harrisburg, died of freshwater drowning. The manner of death remains undetermined. A fisherman discovered his body on April 18,...
Williams Grove hosts rich Mitch Smith Memorial as Pa. Speedweek roars down the home stretch
Williams Grove Speedway hosts one of the marquee events of Pa. Speedweek Friday when a large contingent of 410 sprint car drivers will contest the Mitch Smith Memorial over the Mechanicsburg oval. More than $50,000 in prize money is up for grabs with the winning driver taking home the $20,000...
Lower Paxton Township Police will join statewide wave of aggressive driving enforcement
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Lower Paxton Township Police announced they will begin aggressive driving enforcement activities next week, as part of a statewide wave aimed at slowing down speeders. The initiative will run from July 8 through August 18, the police department said. Officers will focus on targeted areas in...
Justin Timberlake to perform in Hershey despite arrest, controversy. Here’s the latest
Pop star Justin Timberlake has been making headlines lately, and not just because he’s currently on a world tour. The “SexyBack” singer was arrested in New York and charged with driving under the influence in June, but he has since returned to his tour. If you purchase...
Finding a Place to Call Home
The lack of affordable and safe housing in York is impacting thousands of residents in our County. The 2023 State of the Nation’s Housing Report by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies reinforces what local agencies already know: America is experiencing record disparities in income and significant housing shortages.
Bill to allow medical practice across state lines sent to Gov. Shapiro
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — In an effort to address healthcare worker shortages, Rep. Frank Burns created legislation that would allow interstate licensing compacts to become operational. That bill, H.B. 2200, was sent to the Governor Shapiro on Wednesday, July 3. The legislation would require applicants in healthcare professions to submit fingerprints as part of their […]
Police: Baltimore woman robbed two victims inside their New Cumberland motel room
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — A Baltimore woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing two people inside their motel room. According to the Fairview Township Police Department, Patricia Monet Gilmer, 33, entered a motel room off Limekiln Road in New Cumberland without permission on June 7 at 9:38 p.m. She allegedly threatened two people inside the room, claiming she had a firearm, stole their purses and fled the area.
Harrisburg Family Dollar responds to noisy overnight false alarms
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — He doesn’t shop there often, but for most of the nearly a decade the Family Dollar store at 18th and Derry has been across the street from where Mohamed Kharabiesh lives, he felt it sure beat the vacant lot it replaced. “But now I...
Anthony Macri wins Pa. Speedweek 410 sprint car feature race at Port Royal Speedway
Defending Pa. Speedweek champion Anthony Macri of Dillsburg won his second race of this year’s Pa. Speedweek series, taking the checkered flag in Wednesday night’s 410 sprint car feature at Port Royal Speedway. Macri, who did not finish in last Friday’s Williams Grove feature due to a wreck,...
See all homes sold in Mechanicsburg, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Mechanicsburg reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 28 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,434-square-foot home on Congress Drive in Silver Spring Township that sold for $404,500.
Local law enforcement can’t use radars, a police chief says that needs to change
PENNSYLVANIA. (WHTM) – Radar is used by local law enforcement in every other state except Pennsylvania. Hampden Township Police Chief Jason Yerg say it’s time for that to change. “Probably the number one complaint that we get as administrators of local law enforcement is speed enforcement through communities,” said Police Chief Jason Yerg. State Police […]
Physician assistant class of 2024 achieves perfect national board pass rate
HERSHEY, Pa. — The Physician Assistant (PA) Program at Penn State College of Medicine is celebrating the class of 2024 for an impressive accomplishment: Achieving a 100% pass rate for first-time test takers on the national board certification exam. The Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) assesses the clinical...
Lebanon Transit invites residents to ‘Name the Bus’
LEBANON, Pa. (WHTM) — People may give buses silly nicknames when driving behind them, but now is the chance to make them official. Lebanon Transit is calling all residents to channel their creativity in its first-ever ‘Name the Bus’ competition, starting July 15. Winning names will be displayed on each bus during Try Transit Month in September.
West Shore Regional Police announce road closures at Negley Park ahead of upcoming July 4th events
LEMOYNE, Pa. — West Shore Regional Police announced that road closures around Negley Park in Lemoyne will begin Wednesday night ahead of this weekend's July Fourth festivities. The closures will begin around 7 p.m. Wednesday and at 4 p.m. Saturday to prevent congestion and roadway issues for emergency vehicles...
Visiting the National Watch and Clock Museum in Lancaster County
If you’re looking for information about visiting the National Watch and Clock Museum in Lancaster County, you’re in the right place!. Since its opening in 1977, the National Watch and Clock Museum has grown to house the most extensive collection of horological (time-keeping) artifacts in North America. Located...
A lack of child care is keeping this 43-year-old mother of four out of the workforce
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. Has stayed out of the workforce because of high cost of child care. Family has pulled back on some expenses, including vacations. Planning to stay in current home because of...
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