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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.
Palmyra graduate Gage Miller’s Major League dreams were right on target
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Cowboys star Micah Parsons pancaked by middle schooler at free youth camp
Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons was back at his old stomping grounds in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania this weekend for his 2nd Annual Micah Parsons Lions Den Football Camp and Carnival. The former Penn State star worked hands-on with youth players of all ages and gave out free food to all attendees. He also got a little something in return – a pancake from a middle school lineman.
Turkey Hill unveils 7 new ice cream flavors with a 'late-night snacking' theme
CONESTOGA, Pa. — New flavors are on the way at Turkey Hill -- just in time for National Ice Cream Day. The Lancaster County-based ice cream company unveiled seven new decadent flavors to mark the July 21 holiday. The new flavors are:. Ultimate Cookie Overload: Made with Turkey Hill...
Children’s festival to take place at Harrisburg library
(WHTM) — Monday’s hometown heroes invite kids to a day of fun with a bit of learning mixed in. Friends of Love Memorial Library in Harrisburg will host a children’s festival this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Formerly known as Kline Library, the location remains the same on South 29th Street.
Micah Parsons gets mic’d up at 2nd annual Harrisburg youth football camp | video
Most football fans will only ever line up against Micah Parsons on a football field if they are playing a video game. That is unless they were one of the lucky 350 campers at Parsons’ youth football camp held Monday at Harrisburg High School. If you purchase a product...
Pennsylvania mother accused of biting toddler
UNION TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) – A Pennsylvania woman is facing charges for allegedly biting her young son. Pennsylvania State Police in Reading say on July 7 they responded to an address in Birdsboro for a reported domestic dispute between a boyfriend and girlfriend. Troopers say it was determined that the woman had bitten her 4-year-old son, causing a forearm injury.
Lancaster City to host Indie Retail Week
LANCASTER CITY, Pa. (WHTM) — The City of Lancaster is set to host Indie Retail Week this week. From July 12 through July 20, Indie Retail Week celebrates Lancaster City’s independent retail community and encourages residents and visitors to support local merchants. This year’s Indie Retail Week has a specific message: “Rediscover the heart of indie.” The week’s emphasis is not only […]
Restaurant in south-central Pa. known for locally brewed beer closes
A restaurant in Lancaster County known for locally sourced food and Pennsylvania beer, wine and spirits has closed. Tied House at 27-31 E. Main St. in Lititz abruptly locked its doors on July 13, according to a Facebook post. “Today was to be our final service at Tied House in...
One deceased after Lebanon motorcycle crash
LEBANON CITY, Pa. (WHTM) — Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred in Lebanon on Sunday. According to Lebanon City Police, on July 14, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., police responded to reports of a motor vehicle accident between a motorcycle and an SUV at the Mifflin Street and Hanover Street intersection.
Portion of Pleasure Road in Lancaster area will be closed through the end of August; detour in place
LANCASTER, Pa. — The long-term closure of a Lancaster-area roadway began this week. A portion of Pleasure Road in Manheim Township was closed Monday to begin a culvert repair project, the township's police department said. The road is expected to be closed until the end of August, according to police.
Big Valley’s late comeback falls just short in shootout with Hershey
CENTRE HALL – They battled to their final out. The Big Valley 10U baseball team found itself down early in the contest, falling behind 11-3 early in the Sectional contest against Hershey. However, the Big Valley team battled like the District Champs they were and fought back to cut...
Alert: Dangerous High Heat Through Tuesday With Possible Storms
ALERT DAYS - MONDAY & TUESDAY. Highs will soar to the upper 90s again Tuesday, and high pressure near Bermuda will crank up humidity. Dew points will hover near 70, making it feel tropical. Today's record high is 99 degrees, and tomorrow's record is 104 degrees. Overnight lows stay warm, in the mid 70s.
Parsons returns to Harrisburg for annual camp and carnival
HARRISBURG, Pa. — While the temperatures had already reached the 90s on Monday afternoon at Severance Field in Harrisburg, that did not stop hundreds of kids from competing at the 2nd Annual Micah Parsons Lions Den Football Camp and Carnival. "Being able to give back to the community, at...
Heat, humidity could push feels-like temps to 100-110 in South-Central Pennsylvania; Storms possible
It's another hot and humid day in South-Central Pennsylvania. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect until 8 p.m. Highs will soar to the upper 90s Tuesday afternoon, but it will feel like 100-110 during peak heating hours. The hottest time of the day is noon until 8 p.m. Storms...
A Horse Made of Sticks Mixes Art and Equine
Artist Cynthia Mindy knew exactly what she wanted to create when the Dauphin County Department of Parks and Recreation announced the theme Nature Heals for its 2024 Art In The Wild exhibit in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s Wildwood Park. Mindy, an art educator and equestrian who also volunteers with therapeutic riding...
Micah Parsons, CD East coach Lance Deane connect at Harrisburg youth football camp
HARRISBURG — Micah Parsons’ second annual Lions Den Football Camp and Charity Carnival is all about kids and community. But it takes local leaders to help Parsons make the magic happen. Enter Lance Deane, head football coach of Central Dauphin East and Parsons’ personal trainer. Deane has been...
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