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Pedestrian killed after being struck by vehicle in Hershey
HERSHEY, Pa. — A pedestrian was struck by a car and killed in Dauphin County early this morning. Officers were called to the area of Hersheypark Drive and Hotel Road around 12:45 a.m. on July 26 for reports of a crash involving a pedestrian. The Derry Township Police Department...
Cigarette ash can ignites porch fire in Lancaster County
EPHRATA, Pa. — A cigarette ash can started a porch fire in Lancaster County, according to police. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Fire crews responded to the fire at a duplex in the first block of North Church Street near Poplar Street in Ephrata Borough at 7:37 p.m.
Lancaster County landmark destroyed by 2023 fire is about to reopen
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — A Lancaster County landmark is about to reopen a year and a half after a massive fire destroyed it. The Hershey Farm Resort, near Strasburg, burned to the ground in January 2023. "The day of the fire was surreal," owner Deryl Stoltzfus said. He still...
Gettysburg Foundry site to have hazardous material removed, new sewer installed as part of $2.4 million state rehab project
The site will be redeveloped and prepared for a future employer to set up a business and hire workers. “The Commonwealth is taking steps to make properties like the Gettysburg Foundry site viable and attractive to potential employers,” Mastriano said. “The goal is to get the Gettysburg Foundry site ready so an employer can acquire it, start a new business and staff it with local workers from the community.”
Lebanon County Correctional Officer injured after inmate attack
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Correctional Officer in Lebanon County was sent to the hospital last month after they were assaulted by an inmate, Troopers said in court documents. According to the charges filed by State Police at Jonestown, Jamie Logan, 47, of Lebanon, allegedly attacked the officer after being seen by a nurse […]
The Frank Walker Law/PSN Daily Notebook – July 26
UPDATE, 9 AM: Pitt women’s soccer player Deborah Abiodun started for Nigeria in the Olympics yesterday, playing for Pitt head coach Randy Waldrum’s squad. Check out the recap below!. UPDATE, 8 AM: Former WPIAL sharpshooter Peja Strobl is heading to Germany on a two-year contract to play professionally....
Millersville students chase storms to better understand tornado development
MILLERSVILLE, Pa. — The new movie "Twisters" has captivated audiences during its first week at the box office. From "Twisters" to "The Perfect Storm," movies highlighting all kinds of severe weather are a popular theme on the big screen, but chasing these storms is a whole different story in reality.
Mostly sunny and pleasant Friday kicks off the weekend with mid-80s
Today will be mostly sunny, less humid and pleasant with a high in the mid 80s, a perfect way to kick off the weekend!. It will be a hot but not humid this weekend. It will be sunny and dry both days with highs near 90. NEXT WEEK:. It will...
Comfy and Warm into the Weekend
Less Humid air associated with high pressure will bring sunny skies through at least Saturday. Temperatures will be on the rise throughout the weekend, starting at or below average on Friday, and turning hot for Saturday and Sunday. Overnight- Mostly clear and comfortable. Low 64. Friday- Sunny and pleasant. High...
Harrisburg native and USA canoeing member Casey Eichfeld to compete on Saturday
PARIS, IDF — When Team USA canoeing hits the water on Saturday morning to kick off men's heats in the slalom, you can see Harrisburg native Casey Eichfeld. Eichfeld was born in Harrisburg but resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. He is a three-time Olympic canoer, competing in the Beijing...
Police find three pounds of suspected methamphetamine during Bethel Twp. traffic stop
BETHEL TWP., Pa. - Bethel Township Police say a traffic stop led to the discovery of a stash of suspected methamphetamine worth tens of thousands of dollars. On July 19, a Bethel Township Police officer conducted a traffic stop in the 8600 block of Lancaster Avenue after checking the vehicle's registration and finding the owner had a suspended driver’s license.
New community thrift store in Brewerytown gives people fresh start
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A new community thrift store in Philadelphia's Brewerytown section is giving the formerly incarcerated and people battling with addiction a chance at a fresh start. "Every day I wake up and try to figure out how can I continue to live up to this last name," Michael Worthy, general manager of Philly Unknown Project, said. Worthy has been in recovery for 16 years. "What this program means to me is connecting with other people like myself and giving them an opportunity to grow, to become the person that they were initially intended to be," Worthy said.The nonprofit provides opportunities...
Woman, 72, shot on South Philadelphia street: police
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - A crime scene unfolds in South Philadelphia after a 72-year-old woman was shot. The gunfire broke out on the 1200 block of Porter Street Thursday, a little before 5 p.m., according to authorities. The woman suffered a graze wound to her stomach. Medics rushed her to Jefferson...
Former Dolphins DC Vic Fangio is already throwing Eagles players under the bus
Did he seriously not learn anything from his rough season with the Miami Dolphins? When Vic Fangio was with Miami, the players inside of the locker room didn't like him. Just ask Jevon Holland about Fangio and his eyes will probably light up, but not in a good way. Dolphins...
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