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In Pa., spotted lanternflies’ knack for hitchhiking is proving crucial to their staying power
The invasive insect appeared in Pennsylvania 10 years ago and continues to spread west, as far away as Illinois. Spotted lanternflies are back in the Philly region, and in the 10 years since they first appeared in Pennsylvania, scientists have learned important details about the damage they cause — and what makes them so effective.
Pa. Grandmother helps kids learn the motto of 'Never Accepting Negativity'
When DebiAnn Henderson-Scott was diagnosed with lupus, she decided to never accept negativity. Nearly 30 years later, she is translating that message to children in her family and neighborhood through creative activities.She created the organization, 'Never Accepting Negativity,' which is a resource center for children and their parents and caregivers. They host various programs and pop-up events designed to instill creativity, financial literacy, and other skills in the youth.Some events take place at The Yard House at the Willow Grove Park Mall, which supports the organization.They also encourage kids to create their own businesses, such as selling jewelry or water ice.To learn more about 'Never Accepting Negativity,' visit their website.RELATED: 'Harlem Lacrosse' helps students achieve goals on and off the fieldSiena Childs grew up playing lacrosse and now inspires the next generation through the 'Harlem Lacrosse' program.
Teen, 15, attacked, robbed in York County; police searching for suspect
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Police are searching for a suspect after a 15-year-old was robbed in Hanover Borough early Tuesday morning. The incident happened around 12:53 a.m. in the 100 block of Moul Avenue, according to the Hanover Borough of Police. The 15-year-old from Hanover said he was...
Pennsylvania State Police trooper shot while serving warrant in Lancaster returns home
A Pennsylvania State Police trooper who was shot while serving a warrant in Lancaster last week returned home to the Pittsburgh area on Friday. A state police helicopter flew Corp. Joseph "Jake" Pokorny and his wife back to the Pittsburgh barracks. His two young sons gave flowers to their mother...
34 years after ADA passage, physical accessibility has improved. What about digital?
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — Wheelchair ramps have become so ubiquitous that those of us who don’t even need them might not know what to do without them — rolling luggage, for example, became popular partly because of the ramps. But 34 years after then-president George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into […]
Higher Storm Chances Tuesday, Hot End To July
Tonight lows will fall to the low 70s under partly to mostly cloudy skies. Ahead of a warm front scattered thunderstorms are possible Tuesday afternoon and evening. More clouds will keep temperatures in the 80s, and it will be humid. Wednesday will be hot and steamy as dew points climb...
Missouri nonprofit takes over 4 Pa. nursing homes
Lutheran Senior Services, a Missouri nonprofit has agreed to take over the senior living operations of Middletown-based Diakon, a Lutheran organization that offers a range of services for children, families, and adults. The two organizations announced that the agreement was finalized to combine Diakon’s senior living operations with Lutheran Senior...
Two-vehicle crash with leaking fluids reported in Lebanon City
LEBANON, Pa. — A two-vehicle crash with leaking fluids was reported in Lebanon County Tuesday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. It happened at North Ninth and C&L streets in Lebanon City. Fire crews responded to the scene to clean up the spilled fluids around 8...
Central Pa. emergency department nearly triples in size after expansion
A multi-year expansion project at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health has been completed. The last phase of Lancaster General Hospital’s trauma and emergency department expansion project opened last month. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation....
Bicyclist who died in crash with SUV was central Pa. teacher, triathlete
The male bicyclist who died after hitting an SUV that had pulled out in front of him in York County was a teacher at Dallastown High School and a world-class athlete. Joseph Klinedinst, 48, of the 2000 block of Glen Rock Road in Springfield Township, graduated from Dallastown in 1994 and was teaching Tech Education at the school.
Deeds Recorded – Columbia Borough – July 29, 2024
Ester Fares conveyed 1328 Manor St. to Ronan Paniago Rocha and Monike S. Rocha for $256,000. Ozories Botros Ibrahim and Ozories B. Ibrahim conveyed 302 Perry St. to Laila Tanuos and Ereen Rizk for $1. Randy L. Leonard conveyed 1241 Central Ave. to Dawn L. Smith for $305,000.
Incoming Lebanon County Chick-fil-A looking to hire 80-120 employees
The new Chick-fil-A at Lebanon Plaza, slated to open sometime in late summer/early fall, is currently accepting applications for full-time and part-time positions. The new location at 1147 Quentin Road is looking to hire between 80 and 120 employees. ...
Owner of new Dauphin County steak and seafood restaurant hopes patrons ‘run to the roar’
Another restaurant is joining the growing dining scene at Union Station in Lower Paxton Township. By the end of August, Benaiah’s Wood Fired Kitchen will open at 8001 Union Station Blvd. in the building where The Beerded Goat Brewing Co. operates at the village-style development. The 60-seat restaurant will...
Security forces plan ahead for Trump's rally in Harrisburg Wednesday
Less than three weeks since the attempt on former President Donald Trump's life at a rally in Butler, Trump will be back in the Keystone State Wednesday at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, Dauphin County. The biggest difference is that this venue is indoors. Like in Butler, the Secret...
Pa. winery near the Lehigh Valley closing down, with part of the property for sale for $2M
Maple Springs Vineyard, one of the top producers of quality wine in the state, will for all intents and purposes close at the end of July. Owner Marianne Lieberman confirmed on Wednesday that parts of her property at 91 Nuss Road in Bechtelsville, Berks County, were recently put on the market for $1.995 million.
First Dauphin County library named after African Americans
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – A historic day at a Dauphin County library as it’s renamed after a couple who found for civil rights. The Harrisburg’s Kline Library is now the ‘George & Hettie Love Memorial Library.’ “It is being named in honor of two local community members whose lives were dedicated to literacy and education,” […]
'I'm voting for neither': We're going 'Off the Air' with Black men at local barbershop
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Now for something completely different. Have you ever wondered how people REALLY feel about a topic on TV? Not just their 15 second soundbite, but a full response? That’s what Joel D. Smith says happens when he’s covering events live and is able to dig deep with residents “Off the Air”.
Controlling ex killed woman’s new boyfriend, his former friend: DA
Possessive and controlling killer? Or self-defense?. That’s what a Dauphin County jury will consider this week in the homicide trial of Jomar Perez-Escobales in the killing of his former friend Joseph Ayala-Maya. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
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