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Wawa to open multiple locations in Central Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The longest-standing debate in Pennsylvania may just be “Sheetz versus Wawa.” However, the expansion of one of the stores might end the back and forth. On Aug. 19, Wawa announced that the chain is planning to expand into Central Pennsylvania, starting with a location in Middletown. On Sept. 19, a Wawa will […]
Butler County voting case heads to state court
The case could standardize county rules when voters make errors in returning mail ballots. Voting rights groups are hoping the Commonwealth Court adds protections to mail-in voting ahead of the November election. The court is deciding whether to guarantee that voters can cast provisional ballots if they’ve made an error...
Steward to close two Ohio hospitals, Pennsylvania facility at risk
Steward is closing two Ohio hospitals with another in Pennsylvania at high risk of closure as the health system continues to limp through bankruptcy. The closures of Trumbull Regional Medical Center and Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, both in Warren, Ohio, come after Steward failed to find a buyer for the facilities. The hospitals will start closing on or around Sept. 20, according to the system.
Plans for $450 million Pennsylvania laboratory complex unveiled
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of General Services (DGS) recently unveiled plans to construct a new $450 million joint laboratory complex in Harrisburg. According to DGS, the site plans they unveiled for the $450 million laboratory complex will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities for four commonwealth agencies.
1 killed in Dauphin County crash, fire department says
Fire crews in Londonderry Township responded to a fatal crash on Friday night, according to the fire department’s Facebook post. First responders with the Londonderry Fire Company were sent to the area of state Route 441 and Red Hill Plaza Road around 11:30 p.m. for a crash with entrapment, the post said.
Road closures around Hersheypark Stadium announced ahead of upcoming concerts this weekend
HERSHEY, Pa. — With two big concerts at Hersheypark Stadium expected to draw large crowds this weekend, the Derry Township Police Department on Friday announced temporary road closures in the Hersheypark area to help with the anticipated traffic rush. On Friday, when Creed is performing, the following roads will...
News We Love: 'Miracle baby' wins Baby Race at Pennsylvania fair
It's arguably one of the cutest competitions in the Susquehanna Valley: The Kiwanis Baby Race at the Elizabethtown Fair in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Babies who are 6-12 months old raced to win $200 on Tuesday. Victoria Regal was the quickest crawler — no walking allowed. Her parents, Cole and...
LuAnn Oatman, President of Berks Encore, appointed Chairman of Meals on Wheels America Board
Berks Encore has announced that LuAnn Oatman, President and CEO, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Board for Meals on Wheels America, a national organization that has been at the forefront of combating senior hunger and social isolation for 50 years. Since 2020, LuAnn has been an active member of the Meals on Wheels America Board of Directors and recently served as Chairperson for Meals on Wheels Pennsylvania.
Berks County Farm honored for 200 years of family legacy
The Shapiro Administration has recognized the George R. and Barbara A. Hess Farm in Shoemakersville, Berks County, as a Pennsylvania Bicentennial Farm, marking over 200 years of family ownership and operation. This prestigious designation, awarded by Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, highlights the Hess family’s enduring commitment to agriculture and their community, preserving a vital part of Berks County’s rural heritage.
WATCH | Autistic 6-year-old found after over 100 person search throughout Lykens
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — Authorities in Dauphin County have announced that their search for a 6-year-old autistic boy has come to a happy end after locating him at a nearby home. The boy,Jonathan Brian Pringle, is autistic and semi-verbal, according to Pennsylvania State Police. He was first reported...
Scuffling Phillies falling behind Dodgers and making playoff path even harder
As the Phillies' lead over the Braves has shrunk to just five games after another string of losses, their chance to secure the top seed in the National League has also decreased drastically with the Dodgers finding their rhythm. Shohei Ohtani hit a walk-off grand slam on Friday night, shortly...
3 killed in 3-vehicle Hatboro crash: police
HATBORO, Pa. - Three people are dead after police say a horrific crash occurred in Hatboro Friday. At around 6:35 p.m, Hatboro police responded to the area of County Line Road and Park Avenue for a report of a vehicle crash with an entrapment. Upon arrival, officers found three vehicles...
Sportsbeat: Week 1 – High school football scores and highlights for Aug. 23
WTAJ highlights some of the area’s best high school football games with special coverage every Friday at 11 p.m., only on SportsBeat. Each week there will also be a featured GAME OF THE WEEK. It’s a District 6 matchup to kick off the 2024 season as the Richland Rams on the Penn Cambria Panthers. Games […]
Lehigh Valley attorney charged with threatening court officials over disciplinary petition
EASTON, Pa. — Detectives charged a Northampton County attorney with threatening court officials after they tried to serve him with judicial disciplinary paperwork at his home. Ronnie Louis Creazzo, 60, of Bushkill Township, was charged with several felonies and misdemeanors in connection with the June 21 incident, which started...
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