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State Rep. Merski to host Second Chance event to help those with nonviolent criminal histories
(WJET/WFXP) – A state representative announced an event with the opportunity for Erie residents with non-violent criminal histories to get back on their feet. State Rep. Bob Merski announced plans to host a Second Chance Event on Tuesday, July 30, for those with prior nonviolent misdemeanors who are looking to re-enter the job force.
Pennsylvania Lottery payouts back on track after computer system upgrades
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Lottery says it is back on track when it comes to payouts after a computer upgrade caused delays in May. Lottery Spokesperson Ewa Swope said timelines are back to normal. She said the Lottery hadn’t upgraded their computer system in 16 years. “We just wanted to thank players for […]
Aqua Pennsylvania Secures $77.5 Million for Infrastructure Overhaul
BRYN MAWR, PA — Aqua Pennsylvania has secured $77.5 million in low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to upgrade aging infrastructure. This funding aims to replace old water mains and install new fire hydrants across several counties over the next three years. The projects, funded by...
West Perry boys’ basketball dominates summer league
Everyone knows the saying, “practice makes perfect.”. For the Mustangs, this proved to be true at the conclusion of the Summer league they partake in. West Perry played in the Tri-Valley summer league and played local teams such as Greenwood, Halifax, Millersburg, Newport, East Juniata, Susquenita and Juniata. Last...
Taking it outside: Newport council debates sidewalk seating
Newport Borough Council continued to debate several proposed ordinance changes during its July 2 meeting. Councilman Christian Fickes presented a new proposal pertaining to sidewalk cafes. The need for the ordinance’s drafting followed a request from Juniata Valley Winery in the square to have outdoor seating. Fickes explained annual...
Greenwood’s Maya Gantt to run at Lees-McRae College
Maya Gantt of Greenwood High School will be moving to Banner Elk, North Carolina to pursue running cross country and indoor and outdoor track and field at Lees-McRae College. During high school, Gantt participated in the standard 5000m (3.1 miles) cross country run in the fall and in spring track events such as the 800m run, 1600m run, 3200m run, and the 4x800m relay.
Former White House Physician Reveals Details of Trump’s Injury Post-Assassination Attempt
Recently, Dr. Ronny Jackson, former White House physician and elected representative for Texas’s thirteenth congressional district, provided details on the wound Donald Trump sustained after the attempted assassination at a Pennsylvania rally. Following Saturday’s incident, Jackson quickly traveled to Bedminster, New Jersey, to meet with Trump. In a recent interview, he revealed that while the bleeding from Trump’s ear incision continues, it should stop soon.
4 top central Pa. producers collaborating on ‘Wines of Distinction’ event
Wine trails have always been based on the premise that you go to them. In a sense, the Wines of Distinction event scheduled to be held at Melhorn Manor in Mount Joy, Lancaster County, on July 28 will bring some of the area’s best wineries to you. Or at...
Mural dedicated during festival at Dauphin County library
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — There was hardly any quiet at a Dauphin County library Saturday and for good reason. “Today is the third annual Children’s Lit Festival here at formerly Kline library, now, the George and Hettie Love Memorial library,” said Ryan McCrory, the Executive Director of the Dauphin County Library System.
Wonderful weather for 12th Annual Brewfest
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Saturday brought great weather for the 12th annual Brewfest in Dauphin County. Hundreds packed Fort Hunter Park along the Susquehanna in Harrisburg. Attendees had the chance to sample 50 craft beers and enjoy food items from a wide variety of food truck vendors. “This is...
Thousands of Pa. prisoners endure summer heat without air conditioning
HARRISBURG — As extreme heat stifled Pennsylvania for a fourth week, thousands of people incarcerated in state prisons had little opportunity for relief because more than a third of the facilities lack universal air conditioning. Of the 24 Pennsylvania state prisons, four have limited or no air conditioning in...
Gov. Shapiro signs bill to end ‘frivolous lawsuits’ in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — On Thursday, Governor Shapiro signed a bill to end ‘frivolous lawsuits’ and preserve freedom of speech, according to state Rep. Ryan Bizzarro. Act 72 of 2024, will ensure Pennsylvania joins 30 states that have passed similar laws. Bizzarro’s bill, H.B. 1466, is an anti-SLAPP measure that will curtail Strategic Lawsuits Against […]
Hummelstown, Hampden Twp. start fast at American Legion Baseball Region 4 Tournament
American Legion Baseball Region 4 Tournament, an official qualifier to the state showcase, is off and running this week at Hershey’s Memorial Field. And while it wasn’t a sizzling start for defending champion Paxton, Dauphin County rep Hummelstown and unbeaten Hampden Twp. were among opening-round winners Friday. If...
Police: Annville woman killed in Derry Township crash on Route 322
A 36-year-old Annville woman was in a fatal crash that shutdown Route 322 Friday morning, according to the Derry Township Police Department. At 3:28am, police responded to the 800 block of East Governor Road for a single-vehicle crash. The driver has been identified as Amanda Thome. "Thome was operating a...
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