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Pennsylvania firework laws and safety tips to keep you and your family safe during the Fourth
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Official shows and individuals alike will light up the skies with fireworks across Pennsylvania tonight, and officials are urging everyone to follow state laws. While the holiday is a fantastic time to celebrate independence with family and friends, it’s important to remember Pennsylvania fireworks laws to keep people safe. According to the […]
Pennsylvania Route 234 reopens after multi-vehicle crash
ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A multi-vehicle crash occurred on PA-234 Thursday. At about 11:45 a.m., a multi-vehicle crash occurred on PA-234. As of 2:42 p.m., the road has reopened in both directions, according to a spokesperson for PennDOT. No word yet on specific injuries, but there are several people involved, PennDOT said. Route 15 […]
Pa. Democrats rail against Supreme Court homeless decision
The U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Grants Pass v. Johnson that cities can punish people for sleeping in public has some Democrats in Pennsylvania seething. The high court said laws regulating camping on public property does not constitute “cruel and unusual punishment,” which is prohibited by the Eighth Amendment.
LOCAL HERO DAWN STALEY’S ‘ONE PHILLY AWARD’ FROM MAYOR PARKER!
Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker presented the first One Philly Award to Dawn Staley, a Philly native and coach of the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team. “The idea is to give this award once a year on the Fourth of July to a Philadelphian who best demonstrates the qualities we seek in the Parker administration: civic-mindedness, trailblazing leadership, and a focus on serving the community,” Parker said, adding that Staley was worthy because of “her personification of Philly grit and resilience and Philly pride.”
Harrisburg fireworks cut short after guns found on juveniles, several arrested: police
DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA. (WHP) — Multiple people were arrested at the Riverfront Park fireworks event Thursday night after police recovered several firearms on the scene. Four people were detained amid the chaos, with three of them arrested. Two of those arrested were juveniles, according to City of Harrisburg Communications Director Matt Maisel.
Safety concerns involving firearms, firecrackers end fireworks show early
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The fireworks show in Harrisburg came to an early end due to safety concerns involving firearms and firecrackers in the crowd. The show, described as one of the largest displays in the Midstate, had begun at 9:15 p.m. “Due to safety concerns, we are ending...
Perry Co. roofing company cited again after owner allegedly let children work on roof
PERRY COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A Perry County business has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor after the owner allegedly let his sons work on the rooftop of a Mechanicsburg apartment in June. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched an investigation into S&L Roofing, Gutters...
Bryce Harper and Fernando Tatis Jr. Accomplish Extremely Rare History w/ All-Star Game Start
Philadelphia Phillies' star Bryce Harper and Fernando Tatis Jr. of the San Diego Padres were both named All-Star Game starters on Wednesday night, meaning they've done something very special in the confines of baseball history.
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites Unveils 37th Annual Blueberry Festival & Market To Go Entertainment Schedule
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (July 3, 2024)—Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites (HBMS) is preparing for the sweetest summer weekend. This year’s Blueberry Festival will occur on Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July 14, at Bethlehem’s Burnside Colonial Farm. New this year is the Blueberry Tavern, which features ticketed tastings and full-size pours from Lehigh Valley-based brewers and distillers.
Blue Bell Announces Winner of Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament
Blue Bell announced the winner of The Great Scoop Revival Flavor Tournament. In honor of National Ice Cream Month, Blue Bell kicked off a tournament on June 25 to bring back one of its discontinued flavors.
'Dough N JOE' Doughnut Shop Opens In Central PA To Rave Reviews
DOUGH n JOE's Grand Opening was at their new storefront on 33 East Simpson Street from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, according to the company's Facebook page. Locals who stopped by were impressed! Some took to Nextdoor to share how they felt, one wrote:. "OH!!! MY!!!...
Grand opening of The Noble, Northern Liberties' newest residential tower
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Philadelphia Police Seek Help to Find Missing 14-Year-Old Milan Bryant from Conshohocken Ave Area
The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking public assistance in finding a 14-year-old girl named Milan Bryant, who went missing from the area of the 39xx block of Conshohocken Ave on Tuesday at around 10 a.m. According to the Philadelphia Police Department, Milan is described as being about 5'3" in height and weighs approximately 150 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair.
One rushed to hospital after motorcycle crash, explosion on I-99
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A 25-year-old was rushed to UPMC Altoona after his Harley-Davidson crashed on Interstate 99 and the gas tank exploded, state police report. The crash happened on I-99 in Freedom Township Wednesday night around 9:40 p.m. when the rider of the Harley-Davidson was headed north and drifted into the median and […]
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