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Local Dems fired up for Harris after DNC: "exciting and thrilling"
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic nomination at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night has energized members of her party from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.Delegates from around the Philadelphia area tell CBS News Philadelphia they're motivated and that Harris gives them a real shot at victory in the 2024 presidential election against Republican former President Donald Trump."I find it exciting and thrilling because it's a woman," said Janet Diaz Temin, a Democratic city councilmember in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. "Obviously, she is like me, a woman of color."The historical significance also wasn't lost on 95-year-old Angie...
Jury sides with Pennsylvania teacher in suit against district over Jan. 6 rally
A Pennsylvania school district violated a teacher’s constitutional rights by falsely suggesting he took part in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, a federal jury has concluded. After an 11-day trial, jurors found the Allentown School District retaliated against Jason Moorehead when it suspended him after the deadly insurrection in the nation’s capital and asserted he “was […]
Drew Branstetter throws 6 touchdowns, Alex Long catches 3 TDs, but Camp Hill drops 2OT heartbreaker to Lancaster Catholic
Drew Branstetter threw for 382 yards and tossed six touchdown passes, but it somehow wasn’t enough for Camp Hill in a heartbreaking, 42-41, double overtime loss to Lancaster Catholic on Friday night, August 23. Branstetter was 22-for-40 through the air with his six TDs and two interceptions. He also...
Steward to close two Ohio hospitals, Pennsylvania facility at risk
Steward is closing two Ohio hospitals with another in Pennsylvania at high risk of closure as the health system continues to limp through bankruptcy. The closures of Trumbull Regional Medical Center and Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, both in Warren, Ohio, come after Steward failed to find a buyer for the facilities. The hospitals will start closing on or around Sept. 20, according to the system.
Plans for $450 million Pennsylvania laboratory complex unveiled
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of General Services (DGS) recently unveiled plans to construct a new $450 million joint laboratory complex in Harrisburg. According to DGS, the site plans they unveiled for the $450 million laboratory complex will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities for four commonwealth agencies.
Building on success: Susquenita Blackhawks girls’ soccer squad prepares for a breakout year
Not content with their recent successes, the Susquenita Blackhawk girls’ soccer team is going headlong into the upcoming season with new jerseys, new goals and a new attitude. “This is the year for this team to be the next team to take us to a higher level” remarked 7th...
Mid Penn Bank Completes Acquisition of Central PA Employee Benefits Firm
Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. is announcing that MPB Risk Services has completed the acquisition of the employee benefits firm. Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. is announcing that MPB Risk Services has completed the acquisition of the employee benefits firm Commonwealth Financial Group, Inc. The purchase enables Mid Penn to expand the...
Carlisle rally stops West Alexandria Twin Valley South
Carlisle rallied from behind to knock off West Alexandria Twin Valley South for a 52-7 verdict for an Ohio high school football victory at Carlisle High on Aug. 23. The start wasn’t the problem for West Alexandria Twin Valley South, as it began with a 7-6 edge over Carlisle through the end of the first quarter.
1 killed in Dauphin County crash, fire department says
Fire crews in Londonderry Township responded to a fatal crash on Friday night, according to the fire department’s Facebook post. First responders with the Londonderry Fire Company were sent to the area of state Route 441 and Red Hill Plaza Road around 11:30 p.m. for a crash with entrapment, the post said.
Brad Hockenberry scores 4 TDs in West Perry’s runaway football win over Susquenita
Brad Hockenberry had four total touchdowns, while teammates Evan Jutba and Adam Yoder each scored twice as West Perry blew past Susquenita, 58-0, in season-opening football action on Friday night, August 23. Hockenberry had touchdown runs of 26 yards, 37 yards, and 65 yards, to go along with a 37-yard...
In overtime, Neshaminy wins thriller over Emmaus in football season opener
MIDDLETOWN — An instant classic Friday night at Neshaminy. Neshaminy and visiting Emmaus went to overtime, and the game ended in thrilling fashion, with Nick Sassano taking a pitch from quarterback Michael Eckart and tossing a 7-yard touchdown pass to Chris Long to give Neshaminy a 20-17 victory. ...
Retired York Principal publishes memoir about 2001 machete attack
Aired; August 23rd, 2023. February 2, 2001, is a day many won’t forget in York County. Norinia Bentzel was the Principal of the North Hopewell-Winterstown Elementary School when she was attacked twice by a man with a machete. Bentzel noticed someone unfamiliar trying to get in the school around...
Dennis Weaver, 35, Convicted Of Indecent Assault Of Child
Dennis Weaver, 35, was found guilty of Indecent Assault of a Child and Corruption of Minors following a two-day trial before Judge Albert H. Masland. The victim, now 14-years-old, gave a detailed testimony during the trial of the sexual abuse by Weaver from the time she was six-years-old until she was 8-years-old, the DA explained.
Perry County commissioners go on the road for meeting
Perry County Commissioners held their weekly general session on Aug. 12 at the Perry County Fairgrounds to welcome in the 2024 Perry County Community Fair. Ayla Miller, an agricultural teacher at West Perry, represented county schools’ agricultural programs. She stated that the ag programs are robust, with approximately 500 FFA members enrolled for the upcoming school year, reflecting a strong interest and participation in agricultural education among county students. Notable achievements she mentioned included Nathan Lesh from Greenwood serving as a state FFA officer and Newport FFA receiving an American Degree. West Perry and Greenwood were recognized nationally as two-star chapters, a designation awarded to the top 10 percent of applicants.
York County tattoo shop raises money for Tollbooth Antiques after fire
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — More than a month after a warehouse fire leveled Tollbooth Antiques in Columbia, some community members are still rallying behind the store. Black Kraft Tattoo Company will host a charity flash tattoo day on Sunday, Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to support Tollbooth Antiques' vendors and their hunt for a new home.
York Rose Bowl helps area economy
YORK, Pa. — The York County economy is getting a boost from the York Rose Bowl now underway in York County. Hotels and restaurants are among the big winners during the two-day athletic event which kicked off the 2024 Pennsylvania high school football season. It began Friday at York Suburban High School. A football team from Canada played a team from Philadelphia.
Police responded to a multi-vehicle crash on I-83 in York County
SHREWSBURY, Pa. — Crews responded to reports of a multi-vehicle crash on I-83 in York County. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. The crash occurred on I-83 southbound 0.5 miles south of Exit 4: PA 851 Shrewsbury. According to 511PA, a lane restriction is put in place...
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