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Harrisburg police-involved shooting ‘justified,’ suspect wanted to be shot by officers, DA says
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– A wanted man shot by Harrisburg Police during a traffic stop in June wanted to be shot by officers, the Dauphin County District Attorney announced Tuesday. Bryan Horton, 39, of Harrisburg, said that he did not want to go back to jail so he pretended to have a gun to get police […]
New program will offer free rides to local bar patrons, aims to deter drunk driving
A local organization is offering to be the designated driver for nights out downtown. The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (TCRPC) announced at a press conference on Tuesday the launch of its pilot program “Sober Ride Home,” which aims to lessen the number of impaired driving incidents by offering free rideshare vouchers for those consuming alcohol at local bars and restaurants.
Pennsylvania State Police release Top 5 Most Wanted in Lykens
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police in Lykens, Dauphin County have released their top five most wanted people. Kevin Timothy Stephenson, 48, is wanted for endangering the welfare of children in 2023 and simple assault. Stephenson is described as 5'10", weighs 130 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. His last known location was in Williamstown.
When can voters elect a new Dauphin County Clerk of Courts?
Now that a temporary acting Clerk of Courts has been appointed for Dauphin County, a variety of different steps could be taken while the office stabilizes. Patti Sites, a 17-year veteran of the office and former first deputy Clerk of Courts who also filled in for a time as acting Clerk of Courts, will lead the office once more to help stabilize its functions.
Dauphin County restaurant inspections from June 16-31
The following Dauphin County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania’s health and safety regulations between the dates of June 16-31, 2024. Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave. Fishers Delight. If...
Dauphin Co. family left in dark for nearly a week after devastating storm
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A family in Lykens has now been without power for days — not because of the weekend storms, but because of storms that hit the area last Wednesday night. CBS 21 spoke with the homeowner, who chose not to be identified, on Monday...
$400,000 PA Lottery ticket sold in Dauphin County
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Lottery announced that a $400,000 ticket was sold on Saturday in Dauphin County. According to the Pennsylvania Lottery, a jackpot-winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold for the Saturday, June 29 drawing matched all five balls drawn, which were 3-4-10-21-40. The ticket was worth $400,000. The ticket was […]
Judge gives unorthodox order to Dauphin County worker who quit: Pay court costs
Dauphin County Judge William Tully handed down one of the more unusual orders of his career at a Monday afternoon hearing. Cole Goodman, who resigned Friday from his job as Dauphin County’s first deputy clerk of courts, will have to pay the tab for incorrectly entering the verdict for an environmental activist whom a jury found guilty of obstructing the entrance to a downtown Harrisburg restaurant.
Sky View 21 | NWS says Millersburg press box was destroyed by straight-line winds
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Saturday's storm that destroyed the press box at MIllersburg High School has been determined to be straight-line wind damage by the National Weather Service. Sky View 21 flew above the wreckage, which also damaged the newly-built playground on the lot. NWS State College meteorologists...
What's that 'boom' in Middletown today? The sound of new housing
Hearing booms or some explosive sounds in and around Middletown today? No need to worry, township police say. Construction on at the former Stone Meadows Farm on Route 413 will include large blasts Tuesday, according to Middletown Township Police, who took a preemptive strike at all the expected social media inquiries of "what was that loud boom?" with its own Facebook post, alerting residents and others in the area.
Officials are urging people to stay safe on the water ahead of Independence Day
Many will be celebrating the Independence Day on the water. The Susquehanna River is just one of the many bodies of water people will come and enjoy their long weekend on. Harrisburg officials want you to be aware if you decide to hit the water. “One day he’s here the...
Harrisburg boxer Antonio Perez is rising, quickly becoming a big-time name in pro boxing ranks
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg's Antonio Perez continues to make a name for himself in the WBC boxing ranks. His latest fight came on the undercard for Adrien Broner; he not only defended his title but also added another one to his collection. Through it all his hometown of Harrisburg has been a huge reason he fights.
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...
Body pulled from Susquehanna River in 1990s cold case identified
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A body from a 1998 cold case, found in the Susquehanna River in central Pennsylvania, has been identified with the help of advancements in DNA, officials announced. In a news release, the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office announced the identity of the body that was pulled from the Susquehanna River in […]
Middletown residents facing major fee hike for trash collection
Middletown Township residents would pay as much as 75% more if they want to continue getting their trash picked up manually twice a week. A move to once-a-week pickup with automated trucks would render a hike of 19% to 28%. That’s the message from municipal officials as the board of...
The Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg opens new fitness center to the community
A new gym in Harrisburg offers something for everyone. The Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg recently opened its new Symons Family Fitness Center at its Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life. The Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg moved into the Alexander Grass Campus at 2986 N. 2nd St. in August...
Man Arrested for Stabbing in Cumberland County
Harrisburg resident Amgad Hanna, 30, is currently being held in Cumberland County Prison following his arrest for allegedly stabbing a woman late Friday night. The incident occurred in the first block of Gettysburg Pike, Upper Allen Township, shortly after 11 p.m. Upper Allen Township Police were called to the scene...
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities announces new president and CEO
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has announced a new top official, following nearly three decades under the same leadership. Jennifer Doyle, who has worked for the organization in several roles, will take over as the new president and chief executive officer for TFEC. Doyle fills the position left open...
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