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Central Pa. bridge will close for 3 years, cost $234M for repairs
The Veterans Memorial Bridge connecting Columbia and Wrightsville will close for three years during a renovation project that is now expected to cost $234 million, nearly three times its original budget. Officials from both boroughs worry about the impact the project will have on traffic and their economies. The 1.2-mile...
Labor Day celebrations happening across central Pa.
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — For many, Labor Day signifies the end of summer. To mark this upcoming change of season, counties across Central Pennsylvania are hosting a wide array of events this weekend that people can get excited about. Dauphin County. The 108th annual Kipona festival will be held along...
Lancaster County names Director of Public Safety
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — Lancaster County has a new director to lead its Department of Public Safety. Brian Pasquale was appointed as the county’s first public safety director. Thanks for signing up!. Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now. WHTM Daily Digest. The department will oversee county...
Surveys closing soon on city parks, health
Lancaster residents have just a couple more days to weigh in on a pair of city surveys: One on community health, the other on the design of three city playgrounds. Both are due to wrap up at the end of the week. The Healthy Lives, Healthy Lancaster survey has been...
Popular Indoor Trampoline, Entertainment Park Chain Scouts Chester County for New Location
Sky Zone, the chain of indoor trampoline and entertainment parks, is planning on opening a location in Chester County. Sky Zone, the popular chain of indoor trampoline and entertainment parks, is planning on opening two more locations in the Philadelphia region, including one in Chester County, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Pipe Replacement on Route 332: Expect Lane Closures and Delays
BUCKS COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a pipe replacement project on Route 332 (Newtown Richboro Road) in Northampton and Newtown townships. This initiative is part of a larger effort to enhance stormwater management facilities across more than 90 state highways in the Philadelphia region.
September Events In and Around Chester County, PA
Enjoy an outdoor BYO dinner under the lights with live music and beverage vendors. The event is modeled after traditional late summer or early fall Dinner in White events held in communities around the world. Guests enjoy takeout from one of Pottstown’s restaurants and eateries, or prepare their own picnic meal, dine together and say farewell to summer with a ceremonial white-napkin wave. Smith Family Plaza at Borough Hall, 150 E. High St., Pottstown. 6 to 9 p.m. $15. FeteEnBlancPottstown.com.
September Events Happening Around Chester County
With September just a few days away, it's time to get excited for autumn and the new events that are happening around Chester County. With September just a few days away, it’s time to get excited for autumn and the new events that are happening around Chester County. Be sure to take a moment to add these fun events to your calendar for this month, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today.
Ephrata Chamber Hosts Annual Wine Walk
The annual Chamber of Commerce Wine Walk in Ephrata will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19, with check-in for 21-and-over participants beginning at 4 p.m. at the Ephrata Recreation Center, 112 Basin St. SW. Photo ID will be required at check-in. From there, the three-hour Wine Walk will take you to several businesses in downtown Ephrata.
Grant awards funds for more native trees in Pennsylvania
LITITZ, Pa. — You may notice some new trees being planted in your neighborhood this fall. Over 3,000 native trees are expected to be planted across Pennsylvania thanks to funding from the GIANT Company and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Through their 2024 Healing the Planet grant program, 32 groups were...
Long’s Park, Heart of Lancaster: 2 Labor Day art shows to bring thousands to Lancaster
Between the Long's Park Art Festival and the Heart of Lancaster Arts and Craft Show, Lancaster County could see as many as 30,000 art enthusiasts this Labor Day weekend. The two shows combined, which are about six miles apart in distance, will feature works from more than 300 artists. Former...
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