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Teens charged for Harrisburg July 4 incidents that cut fireworks short
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Multiple teenagers were charged from the incidents that led to the early ending of the huge fireworks show Thursday night in Harrisburg, officials say. According to the Dauphin County District Attorney’s office, an 18-year-old, a 16-year-old, and a 15-year-old were arrested by Harrisburg Police over safety concerns that involved guns and […]
A month after a Pittsburgh shelter fire, unhoused people ‘strive for another day’
Advocates say longer-term shelter and affordable housing options remain scarce amid closures — including that of the Smithfield United Church of Christ almost exactly a year ago — and rising housing costs in the Pittsburgh area. The post A month after a Pittsburgh shelter fire, unhoused people ‘strive for another day’ appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Houseguests Barricaded Themselves In Lancaster County Home, Police Say
Branden Hunter and Joanna Hagens were guests at a residence in Oak Bottom Village when they got into a "physical altercation" with the homeowners on June 24, according to borough police. Authorities were called to the Groffdale Drive home around 9:15 p.m., officials said. A Lancaster County Special Emergency Response...
Joe Lou Greco is JB’s Racer of the Week: 7/08/24!
Coming up Monday, July 8th, 2024, on DragList LIVE as JB’s Pick for Racer of the Week, I have selected Joe Lou Greco from Edinburg, Pennsylvania. Lou’s 1970 Pontiac GTO is an outstanding bracket racer, and I’m looking forward to featuring his story on the July 8th show!
Revs Slam Stormers to Celebrate the 4th as Forney Wins 1,000th
(July 4, 2024 – York, Pa.): The York Revolution provided afternoon fireworks on July 4th, using another big inning to complete the sweep of the Lancaster Stormers, 10-3 on Thursday in front of a season-high 6,352 fans at WellSpan Park. With the win, skipper Rick Forney earned the 1,000th win of his managerial career.
Penn State football 2025 target decommits from Alabama
Decisions continue to be made for the top talent in the 2025 recruiting class. A familiar face to the Penn State football team has re-opened his recruitment. Four-star athlete Zymear Smith has decommitted from Alabama and continues to search for his college home. Now, the Nittany Lions can reconnect with this dynamic playmaker.
Pittsburgh-area contractor repairs family's home for free as 7-year-old daughter battles cancer
PROSPECT, Pa. (KDKA) -- A family hired a local contractor to repair their home, but when he learned that their 7-year-old daughter is battling cancer, he decided their money would be no good.Guardian angels don't always have wings. Some carry tools and swoop in just when you need them. Mark Bowman, aka Man with Tools, was contacted by the Duffy family who needed a lot of repair work done at their home in Butler County. When Bowman found out the Duffy's 7-year-old daughter Lucy...
Millcreek Township hosts 57th annual Fourth of July parade
One of the biggest parades in Erie County hit the ground running early Thursday morning for their 57th year. Thousands of people lined 12th Street for this year’s Fourth of July parade in Millcreek Township, and it’s something that keeps getting bigger and bigger each year. The United...
Son of Pro Bowl linebacker announces his college commitment
The son of a former Pro Bowl linebacker announced his college commitment on Thursday. LaVar Arrington II, the son of LaVar Arrington, is following in his father’s footsteps. He announced in a video released Thursday that he has committed to Penn State, the same school where his father was a defensive star from 1997-1999. View... The post Son of Pro Bowl linebacker announces his college commitment appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Photo essay: Canonsburg’s outsized Fourth of July parade sees tens of thousands celebrate the nation’s history, spirit
The shoulder-to-shoulder scene at the Canonsburg 4th of July Parade offers a public forum to explore what it means to be an American, in all its complicated packaging. PublicSource photojournalist Stephanie Strasburg headed to the parade outside of Pittsburgh to document the feeling at one of Pennsylvania’s largest Independence Day celebrations. The post Photo essay: Canonsburg’s outsized Fourth of July parade sees tens of thousands celebrate the nation’s history, spirit appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Canonsburg Hosts Pennsylvania's Second-Largest Independence Day Parade with Over 60,000 Attendees
In the heart of Pennsylvania, the town of Canonsburg swelled with patriotic fervor as thousands convened to witness a spectacle of American celebration, the second-largest Independence Day parade in the state, an event deeply intertwined with the town's fabric for over six decades, the sense of tradition palpable in every corner as empty chairs lined West Pike Street days before the extravaganza—a testament to the town's communal spirit and dedication to an anticipated yearly ritual, according to CBS News Pittsburgh.
NY Liberty vs. Indiana Fever Preview: Liberty Aim for Sixth Consecutive Win as Caitlin Clark Shines
The New York Liberty are aiming for their sixth consecutive win as they face off against the Indiana Fever, who are seeking a playoff spot after nine years. The Indiana Fever are averaging 105.3 points per 100 possessions since their last loss to the Liberty on June 2. Caitlin Clark...
Indiana's top football prospect, Warren Central DE Damien Shanklin, commits to LSU
The state’s top high school football prospect is headed to bayou country for college. Warren Central defensive end Damien Shanklin, ranked as the No. 48 prospect in the country by 247sports and the No. 5 defensive end, announced his commitment to LSU on Friday on his Instagram page. The 6-5, 245-pound picked LSU...
Four Women Rescued from Shipping Container Outside Walmart Supercenter
Pocono Mountain Regional police and state troopers discovered four females held captive in a shipping container at the Walmart Supercenter in Mount Pocono. Two men, Isaiah Mi Rogers Keeney and Davaun Carlon Jackson, were arrested and arraigned without bail due to the violent nature of the incident. The community is...
Johnstown native, Vietnam veteran celebrates July 4th birthday with annual workout routine
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Each year on July 4th, we celebrate Independence Day. The anniversary of the commemoration of the Declaration of Independence. We celebrate our freedom, our patriotism, and the love of our country. And some of you may be celebrating birthdays, like our friend, Harold Park Jr.
Feds: FL couple charged in Johnstown real estate scheme; husband jailed, wife on the run
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — We have an update now on a 6 News investigation that began five years ago. In 2019, we reported that several Johnstown real estate investors said they believed they were victims of a plan to take their money. Now, the couple, who the investors say...
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