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Newtown Artesian asking for rate increase in Middletown, Newtown. How much could it cost?
Water rates in Middletown, Newtown Borough and Newtown Township could increase by almost 14% in September if a request is approved by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. The potential rate increase requested by the Newtown Artesian Water Company could take effect on Sept. 18, increasing the typical residential ratepayer’s quarterly bill from about...
Pleasant start to weekend, rain chances return next week
EVENING: Scattered clouds and comfortable. Temperatures in the 80s. TONIGHT: Clearing skies, comfortable. Low 66. FRIDAY: Mostly sunny, low humidity. High 85. Dry air is beginning to filter into the Midstate this evening, allowing comfortable conditions for an evening and overnight plans. Friday will be one of our nicest days...
Flames wreck Columbia antique warehouse
COLUMBIA, Pa. (WHTM) — An antique shop in Lancaster County is in ruins after a massive fire there Thursday evening. Flames broke out at Tollbooth Antiques in the 200 block of Chestnut Street around 8:00 p.m. The large warehouse structure was engulfed in flames, sending a plume of smoke...
Shady Maple Smorgasbord continues to thrive, serving thousands each day
LANCASTER, Pa. — In a day and age where all-you-can-eat buffets are declining in popularity, one spot in Lancaster County is thriving. Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl Township is having its best summer yet, feeding over 8,000 hungry customers each day. “The food is excellent here at Shady...
Lebanon Schools Hosts Parent Meeting For All Sports On Aug. 8
Lebanon Community School Corporation announced that parents of student athletes for fall, winter and spring sports at Lebanon High School are encouraged to attend a parent meeting on Thursday, Aug. 8 to learn more about the upcoming seasons during the 2024-2025 school year. The meeting will be held on Thursday,...
'Well yeah I took it': Employee stole $35K from dentist's office in Adams County: police
An administrative assistant for an Adams County dentist's office told police "well yeah, I took it" after allegedly stealing more than $35,000 from the office and its patients and forging insurance claims, according to court documents. Rebecca Chapman, 57, of Gettysburg, is facing 12 felony charges, including forgery, unlawful taking,...
NFL Analyst Sends Warning To Eagles Over Star Pass Rusher
Heading into training camp for the Philadelphia Eagles, there is a lot of focus on edge rusher Josh Sweat. An integral part of the team’s defense for the last few years, how much longer will he be playing in the City of Brotherly Love? This offseason, the Eagles signed five players to contract extensions earlier […] The post NFL Analyst Sends Warning To Eagles Over Star Pass Rusher appeared first on NFL Analysis Network.
New Store Coming to Dauphin County Puts Wawa in Sheetz Territory
Wawa is opening a store in Central Pennsylvania and the heart of Sheetz territory. Wawa is working on opening its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030. Harrisburg up to State College, and I’ll say...
Harrisburg Fringe Festival welcomes artists for the second year
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg's Fringe Festival returns Thursday night for its second year. The event gives artists from all different mediums and backgrounds the space to share their work. The shows include live entertainment, unique theatre experiences, kid-friendly shows and activities, visual art displays and more. All the shows...
Hundreds take part in the 43rd Harrisburg Mile | video
Hundreds of people are gathering along Front Street in Harrisburg on Wednesday evening to participate in the First National Bank YMCA Harrisburg Mile. The event officially begins at 5 p.m., with an open time/fun run/walk/half pint on the schedule from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. The open time is for anyone...
Over $26 million coming to Central PA for water infrastructure improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced Thursday $207.6 million to improve water infrastructure across the state. The funds, approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), will help communities access clean, safe drinking water, remove or replace hazardous contained pipes and collect and treat wastewater. Of that $207.6 million, $26,013,070 is being […]
Wanted: Leiber Manrique Accused Killer Of Omar Gaitan
Leiber Manrique, 53, is wanted for the July 15 killing of Omar Gaitan of the 700 block of Knorr Street, authorities said in a release. Gaitan was sitting in his Honda CRV when he was shot in the face on the 500 block of West Ruscomb Street, according to investigators. The 67-year-old was found just after midnight and taken to Albert Einstein Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries around 1 a.m., police said.
Eagles Already Linked to Big-Name Nick Sirianni Replacement
Nick Sirianni is entering his fourth season as the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite three consecutive trips to the postseason and a Super Bowl appearance, the 43-year-old head coach could be on the hot seat if the 2024 season doesn't go according to plan. Sirianni has two more years under contract, but a repeat of the 2023 collapse could signal the end of his time in Philly.
Elected Democrats, candidate call for Dauphin County party leadership to resign
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