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Severe thunderstorms spread across Pennsylvania Wednesday
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A potentially strong to severe thunderstorms can be expected to spread across our region Wednesday afternoon and evening. Any storm may produce downpours, small hail, and damaging winds. The greatest area for severe weather will be in eastern PA. Conditions will improve by the end of the week. It will be […]
Centre County org. raising funds to better treat mental health
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) – Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM) is looking to raise funding and support for its behavioral program. The behavioral program has been around since 2019, but the center says that mental health struggles are constantly growing. Behavioral Health Supervisor Jessica Effrig said that mental health needs are vital to treating the […]
Gas Leak: Evacuation Ends In Silver Spring Township (UPDATE)
A gas leak shuttered roads and prompted an evacuation in Central Pennsylvania on Wednesday morning, officials say. The natural gas leak was in Silver Spring Township on Konhaus Road, Cumberland County officials explained in a release.The road closure was between Trindle and Danbury roads,…
York County SPCA seeks public's help to foster dogs amid power outage
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — The York County SPCA is reaching out to the public for assistance after a recent storm caused damage to power lines near the shelter, resulting in the loss of air conditioning and fans. The organization said it is urgently seeking individuals who can foster dogs...
Local Cidery Grand Illusion Hard Cider Announces Closure
Grand Illusion Hard Cider, located at 26 West High Street, Carlisle, has announced it will close on July 21 after operating for six and a half years. Owned by Chad and Andrea Kimmel, the cidery opened on February 23, 2018, and gained popularity for its themed escape rooms, trivia nights, magic shows, and other events. Known for its distinctive hard cider recipes crafted at Wyndridge Cider in York, the business cited decreased sales and increased costs as reasons for the closure, describing the situation as an unsustainable business climate.
Greater Philadelphia Film Office Pushes for Increased Film Tax Credits
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Greater Philadelphia Film Office (GPFO) is doubling down on its efforts to advocate for increased funding in the Pennsylvania Film Tax Credit program. The recently passed 2024-25 Pennsylvania state budget did not include any additional funds, raising concerns about the state’s competitiveness in attracting film and production work.
‘Business as usual’ at Woodward Township meeting
WOODWARD TOWNSHIP – The Woodward Township Supervisors meeting started about 15 minutes late to make way for a pre-meeting Executive Session pertaining to legal matters with zoning and ordinance items. It was mostly business as usual at Tuesday night’s meeting. Supervisors received correspondence from Roads to Peace to...
Foxpro falls to Spike Island season comes to an end
LEWISTOWN – Despite a strong start early on in the game, one big inning made all the difference as the Spike Island Pirates swept the Foxpro Predators in six innings by the final score of 14-4 in game three of five CCBL baseball playoff semi-finals Tuesday evenng. The Pirates...
A Small Pennsylvania Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Pennsylvania is known for its diverse array of communities, from bustling cities to quaint small towns. However, a recent report has shed light on the alarming decline of one particular town, which has now been ranked as the second-worst place to live in the entire state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the factors that have led to this startling transformation and explore the implications for the town’s residents and the broader region.
Video shows Sen. John Fetterman in aftermath of I-70 crash in Maryland
Video from U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's crash in Maryland last month has been obtained by Pittsburgh's Action News 4. At our request, Maryland State Police provided the bodycam video that shows the Pennsylvania senator and his wife, Gisele, in the aftermath of the crash on Interstate 70 in Hancock. Watch...
Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Doors optional on Jeeps, Broncos thanks to new Pennsylvania laws
YORK, Pa. — They can take tight turns and tackle tough terrain. "It's an iconic brand, it's been around forever," said Eric Walther, the general manager of Stetler Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep and RAM in York. Jeeps and Broncos thrive in the outdoors. Many are designed to get the driver...
Day Six Of Huntingdon County Homicide Trial
50-Year-old Morico Johnson is being accused of killing 31-year-old Christine McWhorter and 22-year-old Beatrice Daniels, In Mount Union in January of 2009. State Police saying new DNA technology led them to arresting Johnson in 2022. The expert witness in bloodstain patterns that the Huntingdon County District Attorney’s office called to...
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