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Lewis Lumber bringing its one-stop shop to WPE Lancaster
MANHEIM, Pa. — Lewis Lumber Products will display samples from its menu of hardwood and softwood lumber in rough or machined options at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, Oct. 24-25, at Spooky Nook Sports. The company’s plans include showcasing FSC-certified products harvested from well-managed Pennsylvania forests by its sister company...
New Economic Development Funding Helps Sites Like Bethlehem Steel | WDIY Local News
Governor Josh Shapiro joined local leaders this week on the former site of Bethlehem Steel to promote his new economic development strategy. Senator Lisa Boscola highlighted Bethlehem as an example of the government coming together with businesses, which will be accomplished further thanks to the new budget. “For over a...
$5.9M in Tax Credits to Boost Affordable Housing in Philadelphia
HARRISBURG, PA — Senator Vincent Hughes has announced substantial funding for affordable housing in Philadelphia’s 7th district. Over $5.9 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) will support four new rental housing projects, bringing 163 affordable units to the area. Of these, 39 units will be accessible for individuals with disabilities. The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency will manage these tax credits.
STRONG & CLASSIC STEERING WHEEL CONVEYS QUALITY
Handled more than any other onboard component, a boat's steering wheel conveys a sense of both quality and confidence in its seafaring abilities. The 15-1/2" stainless steel Primus wheel from Schmitt Marine does that and more. With its massive strength and classic appearance, it enhances everything from a workboat to a mid-sized center console to the flybridge of a large sportfish yacht.
Do you have spare giant Christmas tree that might make history on Continental Square?
It may be close to 100 degrees most days and the only attention brought to large pine trees recently is when they tear down power lines during a severe summer storm, but it's time to think about Christmas in July. With Christmas less than six months away, the City of...
Bill Belichick Reportedly Eyeing 3 Teams for 2025 Return
Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick will shockingly not be on the sidelines this coming season after not landing any head coaching jobs in the offseason. The six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach was reportedly in the running for the Atlanta Falcons’ head coaching vacancy. But the Falcons decided to hire Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.
Pa. company laying off 70 people
The Radian Group, a mortgage insurance company, is laying off approximately 70 people in Chester County. Radian Group Inc. filed a WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act) notice with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry informing that state it is laying off the employees at 550 East Swedesford Road in Tredyffrin Township near Wayne.
Update: Thunderstorms with quarter-sized hail and damaging winds in central Pa. Wednesday
On Wednesday at 6:40 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning valid until 7 p.m. for Dauphin, Lancaster and Lebanon counties. Be ready for quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. “At 6:40 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Brickerville,...
Alert: Strong To Severe Storms Possible Wednesday Evening
Alert Day: Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible, roughly between 2pm-8pm. Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 8 pm for Adams, York, Dauphin, Lebanon, Lancaster counties. Ahead of a cold front, scattered thunderstorms are possible from early afternoon through sunset. Storms may produce damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and hail, just like yesterday, so please stay weather aware and download the WGAL app!
Hollywood Casino blackjack dealer, players allegedly stole $16K+ in gambling scheme
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A card dealer and two players at Hollywood Casino are accused of working together to steal nearly $17,000 in a gambling scheme, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The charging documents show that the blackjack dealer Yadav Bhandari, 22, and players Shankar Karki, 37, and Prakash Thapa, 24, allegedly worked together […]
September Is When Wawa and Sheetz Will Officially Collide
A Wawa store is expected to open in September in central Pennsylvania and the heart of Sheetz territory. Wawa is slated to open its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, on Sept. 18. Its part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030.
Harrisburg man sentenced after threatening to kill government employees
A Harrisburg man was sentenced after sending death threat emails to government employees, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Thomas West, 44, admitted that he sent a series of emails to the Office of Personal Management (OPM), threatening to kill and injure...
Police search for missing teen in Lower Paxton Township
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Police are searching for a missing teen in Dauphin County. Randy Ortiz-Albino, 17, has not been seen since July 11, according to Lower Paxton Township Police. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Lower Paxton Township Police at (717) 558-6900 or submit a...
Past repair: Aging I-83 bridge spanning Susquehanna to get $1 billion replacement
The aging Interstate 83 bridge to Harrisburg spanning the Susquehanna River will be replaced by the end of the decade with the help of $500 million from the federal government. The interstate connects central Pennsylvania to Baltimore and is considered part of a vital travel corridor. “I’m sure most people...
Foo Fighters, Journey, Def Leppard, Ludacris and more concerts coming to our area
Concert season is under way, and there’s quite a lineup of artists headed for Hershey and York in the next few weeks. A number of those artists will be performing at the York State Fair, which runs from July 19-28. And notably, the artists performing at the York State Fair include two groups from central Pennsylvania, Breaking Benjamin and Halestorm.
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