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2nd Annual Ron Zimmerman Tribute Race Offers Increased Purse
Port Royal, PA – Zimmerman Truck Repair has announced an increased total purse of $17,100 for the 2nd Annual Ron Zimmerman Tribute Race for limited late models on August 3rd, 2024. This year’s race will feature a $6,000 prize for the main event winner. Additional awards include $500 for...
Rental assistance program relaunches in Dauphin County
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) – An Emergency Renter’s Assistance Program has relaunched in Dauphin County. “We still have a lot of people in our community that really struggle,” said Darrel Reinford, the Executive Director of Christian Churches United. “Rents have really increased since the pandemic. I think we all know that. And again, if you’re […]
Dauphin County chocolatier wins ‘Academy Awards’ of candy making
A Dauphin County candy maker recently won a sweet award. In June, Chocolates by Tina Marie in Hummelstown took home the inaugural Grand Confection Award from the Retail Confectioners International’s annual convention and expo in Buffalo, N.Y. Owner Tina Olaf-Lerch competed against about 30 chocolatiers from across the United...
GLO Harrisburg to open new location in Strawberry Square, serve LGBTQ community
A new space for LGBTQ+ community members will soon open in Harrisburg. GLO Harrisburg plans to cut the ribbon on its LGBTQ+ resource center’s new location in Strawberry Square on Wednesday, July 24. GLO, a nonprofit previously located at 1701 N. 3rd St., functions under the umbrella of the...
Officer Hajdarevic and ship alum Officer Brady save a man’s life on Christmas Day
In honor of Christmas in July Shippensburg University proudly commemorates Officers Amel Hajdarevic and Jason Brady for their heroic action on December 25, 2023. What started as a routine patrol for Silver Spring Township officers quickly became a life-saving mission. Officers Hajdarevic and Brady responded to an urgent call regarding a man in cardiac arrest. They quickly arrived on the scene, and thanks to their prompt response and intensive training, they saved a life. Officer Jason Brady, married to Brandy Brady, the assistant director of admission at Ship, met his wife while they were both at the university. This act of bravery shows the dedication and expertise of Officers Hajdarevic and Brady, who exemplify the importance of rigorous training and preparedness within the police force.
Harrisburg crab business reopens after experiencing hardships
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Bam's Crab Place a local seafood shop in Harrisburg has reopened after some hardships that caused it to close for nearly two years. The owner, Mrs. Bam, developed a love for seafood at a young age, but one sale was the start of it all. A...
Bethel Twp. supervisors confirm bridge ownership, plan to replace superstructure
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>Parsons Holds Camp In Harrisburg
(Harrisburg, PA) -- Harrisburg native Micah Parsons was back in town to host his football camp yesterday. WPMT-TV reports hundreds of kids attended the Second Annual Micah Parsons Lions Den Football Camp and Carnival at Severance Field. The free event gave attendees the chance to learn valuable football knowledge and hands-on instruction from Parsons and other coaches. The former Nittany Lion and current Dallas Cowboy said the camps are his way to give back to the community and bring people together.
Close to 100° this afternoon, a stray t-storm is possible
THIS AFTERNOON/EVENING: Hot & Humid, Stray Storms. Hi 99. TONIGHT: Partly Cloudy, Warm & Humid. Lo 74. WEDNESDAY: Scattered PM T-Storms. Hi 96. Yesterday’s official high of 99° tied the old record set in 1997! With nearly identical conditions ahead today it will be yet another day where temperatures will climb to near 100°. Some backyards did get some brief rain in the form of stray showers and storms, but for the most part, many locations remained dry. Today will offer a similar chance for rain – in other words, a bleak one. A few storms could pop up this afternoon, but the majority of the area will stay rain-free. Expect warm and muggy conditions tonight with lows in the mid-70s.
Excessive heat warning with thunderstorms before relief arrives this week
The hottest weather moves in today. Highs will be in the middle to upper 90s with the heat index between 105 and 110 degrees. This is dangerous heat! The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning due to the very high heat index that's expected. Have a means to keep cool and make sure you're hydrated with water if you're going to be outside for an extended period of time. Both today and tomorrow will also offer up the chance for some isolated thunderstorms.
Restaurant group saves national pizza chain from brink of bankruptcy
Following rumors MOD Pizza might file for bankruptcy, a buyer has stepped forward to purchase the chain, according to news reports. The fast-casual pizza chain was acquired last week by the Los Angeles-based Elite Restaurant Group. The restaurant group had acquired 100% of MOD’s equity in the merger agreement between...
Employee in Lancaster County charged for using company card to buy personal items; police
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — An employee for a company in Lancaster County that helps those with disabilities is facing charges after police say they racked up thousands of dollars worth of personal purchases on the company credit card. According to Northern Lancaster County Regional Police, Kim Vandersluys, 30, of Red Lion, is accused of […]
Gov. Shapiro to tout $500M Pa. development program with visit to old Bethlehem Steel HQ
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Gov. Josh Shapiro will promote the new 2024-25 state budget with a visit to Southside Bethlehem on Tuesday morning, highlighting his new $500 million site development program. Shapiro is due to appear at the former Bethlehem Steel Headquarters, also known as the Steel General Office Building,...
Children’s festival to take place at Harrisburg library
(WHTM) — Monday’s hometown heroes invite kids to a day of fun with a bit of learning mixed in. Friends of Love Memorial Library in Harrisburg will host a children’s festival this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Formerly known as Kline Library, the location remains the same on South 29th Street.
Briyana Latayza Hickman-Watson Accused Of Second Stabbing
Briyana Latayza Hickman-Watson argued with her boyfriend and stabbed him in the back with a knife at their apartment in the 500 block of Kellinger Road in Lewisberry, Fairview Township police detailed in the release. Officers learned of the stabbing when they were called to Penn State Holy Spirit Medical...
1,000 gallons of milk spill onto roadway after crash, causing closure in Lancaster County
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A tanker truck carrying milk crashed in Lancaster County Monday, causing a closure on the roadway. Emergency crews were called to the scene of the crash located in the 1100 block of May Post Office Road in Eden Township, Quarryville Fire Company posted onto Facebook. There were 1,000 gallons of […]
Piedmont Airlines hiring flight attendants in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Piedmont Airlines is hosting a meet-and-greet for individuals interested in joining its flight attendant team. According to Piedmont, the meet-and-greet will take place at Harrisburg International Airport on Wednesday, July 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. “Piedmont flight attendants are the face of the airline,...
Harrisburg Fringe Fest returns this weekend, bringing all things wacky and weird
Harrisburg’s second annual Fringe Festival invites audiences to be adventurous and “do something weird” this weekend. The multidisciplinary arts festival will take place July 18 to 21 at venues across the city, promoting local and national artists alike and giving patrons a taste of diverse entertainment. The...
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