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‘We do know he’s gone’; new docs could help Pennsylvania man learn what happened to cousin shot down over Vietnam
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Just finally knowing what’s not the case has provided some measure of closure to the cousin of an American pilot shot down in 1965 over Vietnam. Now Larry Christian of Fairview Township in York County hopes a 30-year trove of documents he sought, and has now received, could lead him to […]
Columbia Volunteer Fire Company holds annual fireman’s parade
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Across America families, friends, and communities celebrated the Fourth of July, including the Columbia Volunteer Fire Company. For the last 102 years, the Columbia Fire Company has hosted its annual fireman’s parade on the Fourth of July. The town fills with past and present residents as this is one of […]
Hersheypark hosts annual Fourth of July firework display
HERSHEY, Pa. — In Dauphin County, Hersheypark is celebrating Fourth of July weekend with fireworks. Families started filing into the parking lot hours early, trying to get the best seats to the show. For one family from Connecticut who makes the journey every year for the fireworks, this is...
McCormick meets with veterans in Lancaster County
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — Republican U.S. Senate candidate Dave McCormick met with veterans in Lancaster on Friday morning to discuss issues facing the military community. McCormick, who served in the First Gulf War and earned a Bronze Star, said he feels “very connected to that group” of constituents. “I think our armed forces are struggling, […]
I-81 reopens after car carrier crash in Dauphin County
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A stretch of I-81 through Dauphin County has reopened after an extended closure caused by a multi-vehicle crash. The closure happened just before 6:30 p.m. and it is for northbound traffic from Exit 77: PA 39 – Manada Hill/Hershey and Exit 80: PA 743 – Grantville/Hershey, according to 511PA. A […]
‘The dogs have to drink a lot’: ‘Incredible’ 4 of 5 odds not a good thing for Dauphin County neighborhood without water
LOWER PAXTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — Deborah Shue-Davies has lived in her Oxford Road house since 1988 and always took for granted turning on the tap would result in water flowing out. But this week?. “This has to be extraordinary,” Shue-Davies said. “I mean, the odds of losing the...
Business Forum at Columbia Market House
A Columbia Business Forum was held recently at the Columbia Market House on Monday July 1, 2024. The event was organized by the Market House Manager Chris Vera and approximately 50 people were in attendance representing borough government officials, the Merchants Association of Columbia, and Columbia Market House Stand Holders.
Crash closes northbound lanes of I-81 in Dauphin County
A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Dauphin County is closing all northbound lanes, according to PennDOT and 911 dispatchers. PennDOT first listed the crash at 6:28 p.m. just over a mile north of exit 77 for PA 39 – Manada Hill/Hershey and said a shoulder was closed. However,...
Water Line Work on Centerville Road to Cause Nighttime Delays
EAST HEMPFIELD TWP, PA — The Lancaster City Water Authority announced that water line work will take place next week on Centerville Road in East Hempfield Township, causing significant traffic disruptions. This project is part of the Centerville Road Interchange Improvement Project. From Monday, July 8, through Thursday, July...
Fourth of July BLAST in Jacobus brings community together
JACOBUS, Pa. — There are lots of Fourth of July festivities across central Pennsylvania today. However, the Fourth of July BLAST in York County not only brought the fun but is hoping to bring the community together. “We serve, that’s our motto. So, we want to let [the community]...
Firefighter honored for decades of dedication
In May, the Lancaster County Fireman's Association (LCFA) chose Paul Thomas of the Conestoga Volunteer Fire Company as a recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for 2024. During the annual LCFA meeting on June 1, Thomas was presented with the award to recognize more than 50 years of service as an active member of the Conestoga Volunteer Fire Company and his dedication to making the community a safer place.
3rd annual Independence Day weekend celebration held at Heroes Grove
LOWER PAXTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — As the Fourth of July weekend rolls on, a special event was held on Saturday in Lower Paxton Township to honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Dozens of people braved the heat to honor veterans and first responders on this Fourth...
Union: Lancaster, PA, Firefighter Cuts Could Have Consequences
Jul. 4—Lancaster's firefighter union is criticizing the city's decision to cut back on the number of on-duty firefighters as a response to budget constraints. Beginning Monday, Lancaster City Bureau of Fire lowered the number of firefighters it keeps on duty from 13 to 11 to save on overtime pay. The union chided the decision in a Facebook post later that day, accusing the city's administration of lying to firefighters last year when it said staff numbers wouldn't be affected by the closure of Station 6 on Fremont Street in the city's southwest quadrant. In the post, Lancaster Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 319 also expressed concern for public safety as a result of the change.
Various Fourth of July celebrations held across the Susquehanna Valley
Fourth of July celebrations are in full swing across the Susquehanna Valley, and News 8 is here to bring you all of the excitement from the events. Meet chemistry teacher turned pyrotechnician Steve Sexsmith. For nearly 15 years, he's been leading the spectacular fireworks for the Lititz Fourth of July...
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