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Lawsuit filed in case of teen who died after eating spicy chip as part of online challenge
BOSTON (AP) — A lawsuit was filed Thursday against Hershey, Walgreens and several others in the case of a Massachusetts teen who died after he participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge that was widely promoted on social media. Harris Wolobah, a 10th grader from the city of Worcester,...
Tractor-trailer driver says foggy glasses led to Wendy's crash: police
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — A tractor-trailer smashed into a Middletown Wendy's early Friday morning. Around 2:43 a.m., Lower Swatara Township Police officers happened upon the crash at the restaurant on 801 South Eisenhower Boulevard, according to a news release. The driver reportedly told police that he'd been driving...
Family sues Hershey and Walgreens after teen dies from viral chip challenge
A Massachusetts family has filed a lawsuit against Hershey, Walgreens, and others after their son, Harris Wolobah, died from participating in the viral "One Chip Challenge." Harris, a 10th grader from Worcester, died on Sept. 1, 2023, after eating the Paqui chip, which contains a high concentration of chile pepper extract. An autopsy revealed he had a congenital heart defect.
York City high school employee charged after having sexual relationship with a student
YORK CITY, PA. (WHP) — A William Penn High School employee is facing felony sex crime charges after having a sexual relationship with a student in 2023. York City Police arrested Melissa Juarez, 25, after a Childline allegation was received by police indicating a sexual assault. Police records show...
Police identify man killed in a fire at Conewago Township mobile home park
A fire at a Conewago Township mobile home park this morning has claimed the life of a man, according to the York County Coroner. The fire, at the Meadow Run Mobile Home Park in the 5100 block of Susquehanna Trail North, was reported at 5:10 a.m. by a neighbor or a passer-by who called 911, according to York County 911. ...
What caused the Campbelltown tornado?
LEBANON CO, Pa. (WHP) — The tornado that tore through Campbelltown area 20 years ago was on the ground for nearly 15 minutes and cut a path of destruction 7 and a half miles long. So what weather conditions that day led to the formation of such an unusually strong tornado for Central Pennsylvania?
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Spring Grove Carter Smith
Coach Says: “Carter started at RB for us last year and did a great job as a lead blocker. This year we hope to see him get more touches carrying the ball. He works extremely hard in the weight room and has a tremendous work ethic”. LET’S GET...
What $500,000 can buy you in Hershey
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Hershey, here’s what sold for or under $500,000 between July 1 and July 7. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top six properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
Back-to-back disasters strike in York: Fire tears through warehouse, tankers collide
SPRING GARDEN TWP., Pa. -- In South Central Pa., back-to-back disasters strike. First, a history-making 6-alarm fire tears through a warehouse in York, then two tanker trucks slammed into each other while responding to the fire. Damage could be seen on the front of a tanker, including cracked glass. Seven...
DRINKING WATER WARNING
Hiervan el agua antes de usarla. Este informe contiene información importante acerca de su agua potable. Haga que alguien lo traduzca para usted, o hable con alguien que lo entienda. We routinely monitor the conditions in the distribution system. On Saturday, July 13, we experienced a loss of positive...
Governor Shapiro Orders US, Commonwealth Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Butler County Resident Corey Comperatore
Harrisburg, PA – Today, in accordance with the United States flag code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fly at half-staff immediately today, Sunday, July 14, 2024, to recognize the tragedy that occurred at a rally for former President Trump in Butler County last evening and in honor of Corey Comperatore, a Butler County husband and father who was killed while attending the event. The Governor also extends the prayers of all Pennsylvanians to the two Pennsylvanians who remain in critical condition and their families.
Here’s when thunderstorms could hit, cooling central Pa. on Wednesday
Update: Tornado watch issued for part of Pennsylvania until Wednesday night. It’s another oppressively hot day in the Harrisburg area, and thunderstorms this evening will bring only temporary relief. The region — Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry and York counties — are under a heat advisory until...
Three Mile Island considers nuclear restart as Pa. lawmakers look to new tech to meet demand
The company that owns one reactor at Three Mile Island near Harrisburg is floating the idea of reopening the shuttered nuclear plant. TMI’s Unit 1 reactor closed in 2019 because owner Exelon said it wasn’t competitive against cheaper methane gas and renewable sources amid flat demand for power.
Susquehanna Regional Police ask Conoy Township supervisors to stay out of police business
Susquehanna Regional Police officers have asked Conoy Township supervisors to stay out of police business. In a letter introduced at the township’s June 13 meeting, Officer Bret McFarland, president of the Susquehanna Regional Police Officers Association, requested supervisors refrain from interjecting themselves into ongoing police investigations and show restraint when contacting the department or individual officers regarding the status of a case.
Warehouse, Office Building Proposed for Wooded Lot in Middletown Township
Pereira Properties LP is set to present a proposal for the development of a warehouse and office building on a wooded lot in Middletown. Pereira Properties LP is set to present a proposal for the development of a warehouse and office building on a wooded lot with wetlands in Middletown Township, writes Tom Sofield for Levittown Now.
NASS will survey apple and peach growers
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The National Agricultural Statistics Service will conduct a forecast survey for apple and peach production during August. The survey will collect information about acreage and projected production from more than 350 growers.
Restrictions resume Monday on Route 15
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced lane restrictions on two sections of northbound US Route 15 in Adams County will resume Monday, July 15. The restrictions are from Mile 5 to Mile 10 near Gettysburg for work associated with an ongoing pavement preservation project, according to a PennDOT release.
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