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Pennsylvania Drug Dealer Convicted for Selling Deadly Dose of Fentanyl Laced Cocaine
HARRISBURG, PA — Nathan R. Wolfe, a 41-year-old man from Kittanning, Armstrong County, has been convicted on multiple charges including third-degree murder and drug delivery resulting in death. The conviction…
Federal dollars speed up work on safe streets, but money isn’t the only roadblock
LANCASTER, Pa. — The streets of this Colonial-era city are old and narrow, with blocks of 19th century brick rowhouses sitting just feet from the sidewalk. That hasn’t stopped Mayor Danene Sorace from making some 21st century changes — adding protected bike lanes and converting one-way streets to two lanes — in the name of safety.
Total Experience Learning Joins Alvernia University
Adelle Schade, Ph.D. founder of Total Experience Learning (“TExpL”), announced today that her award-winning institute will join the Alvernia community, extending the university’s commitment to practical learning and meeting learners where they are. “Alvernia University is a natural partner as we look toward the future,” shared Adelle...
York County Coroner IDs young man killed in motorcycle crash in Penn Township
The York County Coroner's office confirmed a man died in a motorcycle crash in Penn Township Saturday, July 13, according to a news release. Riley Emig, 19, of the 300 block of Protectory Road in Paradise Township died of multiple blunt force trauma. The manner is accidental, the release states. ...
‘Leaner, meaner’ Micah Parsons promises ‘rude awakening’ for rest of NFL
Contract issues and questions about his role in a revamped Dallas Cowboys defense under a new coordinator are swirling around him. But star linebacker Micah Parsons quickly quelled those concerns as the former Cougar returned to Harrisburg Monday for his 2nd annual football camp for kids. “I’m getting prepared to...
Drake Bell will perform in Harrisburg next month: Where to buy tickets
Actor and musician Drake Bell will perform in Harrisburg next month. His show will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, at XL Live, 801 S. 10th St. Bell starred in “Drake & Josh” on Nickelodeon from 2004 to 2007. In “Quiet on the Set: The Dark Side...
2 Hospitalized After Separate Back Stabbings On Central PA Streets: Police
Marvin Henson has been charged with aggravated assault and Emelidihbette Murphy has been charged with harassment following the second stabbing police explained, although court documents were unavailable as of Monday at 1 p.m. The two men were fighting each other in the 100 block of N. Queen St. around 11:55...
Lancaster Township Police Department returning for first time in decades
LANCASTER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — For the first time in decades, Lancaster Township will have its own police force again. The township named its new police chief ahead of the department's return in 2025. Monday night's announcement was the first of many steps in the process. "The new police department...
Colonial Park Mall auction no longer listed online
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Following a delay last month, the Colonial Park Mall was slated to go up for auction later today, however, the property appears to no longer be listed online by Ten-X. The Colonial Park Mall’s opening bid was going to start at $2.1 million and the auction was expected to run from July 15 through July 17. Originally, the mall’s auction was set to begin on June 25, but was delayed until today.
Update: Heat index values up to 108 degrees predicted until Tuesday evening
On Tuesday at 2:08 p.m. an updated excessive heat warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 8 p.m. for Franklin, Perry, Dauphin, Lebanon, Cumberland, Adams, York and Lancaster counties. The weather service adds, "Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 degrees." "Heat related...
Motorcyclist killed in wrong-way crash with SUV in Lebanon County
A 39-year-old motorcyclist died Sunday after driving the wrong way down a Lebanon street and crashing into an SUV, police said. Alfredo Pizarro-Franco was driving against traffic on Hanover Street and had just gone through the Mifflin Street intersection without stopping when the crash happened around 8:30 p.m., according to police.
Area Lawmaker’s Legislation Aims To Protect Seniors From Financial Exploitation
New legislation by a local lawmaker that is designed to protect seniors from being conned by scammers have moved forward in Harrisburg. State Representative Joe Hogan, a Republican from Middletown, recently announced that his bill aimed at safeguarding seniors from financial exploitation has passed the Pennsylvania House with bipartisan support.
Summer Program Explores Career Paths & Helps Others | Building Kids’ Lives in Our Community
Learn about the PA Inclusive summer program involving students from Reading, PA that explores career paths and helps others, with Joe Sabol, Employment Specialist with PA Inclusive, and host Jill Troutman, VP Advancement, Marketing & Communications with the Children’s Home of Reading. Originally aired on BCTV: 7/16/24. For a...
One-punch murder
HARRISBURG, Penn. — An appeals court in Pennsylvania reversed the lower court’s decision to dismiss a third-degree murder charge pinned on a bar security job who fatally punched an intoxicated bar patron. His counsel said the single punch couldn’t possibly convey malice, an element needed to meet the charge, but the facts indicate otherwise: He punched the victim unprovoked and had lied to the bar manager, saying the patron merely fell to the ground on his own.
2 taken to hospital after separate stabbings in Lancaster
LANCASTER, Pa. — Two people were taken to the hospital after separate weekend stabbings in Lancaster. The Lancaster City Bureau of Police went to the hospital just before 9:10 p.m. on July 14 to meet with a victim who reported being stabbed in the area of East Orange and North Broad Streets.
Historical Architectural Review Board Meeting 7/16/24 | City of Reading, PA
The Historical Architectural Review Board for the City of Reading, PA held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Follow along with the agenda here: https://www.readingpa.gov/images/harb/Harb_Agenda_July_16_2024_.pdf?66917f9c. From the program: Historical Architectural Review Board | City of Reading, PA.
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