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Wawa, Sheetz Collision Coming When Central PA Store Opens
Wawa is opening a store in Central Pennsylvania and the heart of Sheetz territory. Wawa is working on opening its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030. Harrisburg up to State College, and I’ll say...
Pink and black moldlike substance on ice machine: Dauphin County restaurant inspections, July 17, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Auntie Anne’s @ Harrisburg International Airport, 1 Terminal Dr. Middletown, July 6. Fail. The Person in Charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection. Food employees observed in prep area, not wearing proper hair restraints, such as nets, hats, or beard covers. Hat was then corrected on sight, but no beard covers available. Observed food ingredient storage containers (bins), in the front and back areas, are not labeled with the common name of the food. Food dispensing utensils in the set of three rolling bins of spices observed stored in the food and not with handle above the top of the food and the container. Commercially processed refrigerated, ready to eat, time/temperature control for safety food, located in the small True walk-in cooler in the front prep area, and held more than 24 hours, is not being marked with the date it was opened. Food facility does not have available sanitizer test strips or test kit to determine appropriate sanitizer concentration. Observed three lids on the set of rolling floor bins located in prep area, are not in good repair or condition and are in need of replacement. Observed pink and black mold-like substance on the interior crash bar of the large ice machine in the back area and is not clean to sight or touch. Observed two hot mitts that were extremely dirty and coming in contact with food. Corrected on sight. Observed salt shaker that is extremely dirty and coming in contact with salt dispensed. Observed a large floor fan in the front prep area with accumulation of static dust and flour and in need of cleaning. Observed the exterior of the Amana microwave, in the front prep area, with accumulation of dried food debris and in need of cleaning. Observed a set of three large rolling bins in the front prep area and one large white rolling bin in the back area with accumulation of food debris on the exteriors and in need of cleaning. Observed single-service, single-use articles (a case of 22 ounce cups) stored in back dry storage area directly on the floor, and not 6 inches above the floor. Mops are not being hung to air dry.
Local actor shares memories of Bob Newhart, friend and colleague: ‘I loved the man’
Harrisburg resident William Sanderson was eager to share his memories of working with actor and comedian Bob Newhart, who died on July 18 at the age of 94. “Anything I can do for Bob,” Sanderson said. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Luke Bryan to perform at Dauphin County farm
Country star Luke Bryan will trade the arena stage for a Dauphin County farm in September. He chose Bow Creek Farm & Cattle Co. in Grantville to round out his 2024 "Farm Tour" schedule. This year will be Bryan's 15th of setting up stages in the fields of local farms to give back to the community.
Harrisburg International Airport issues statement on ground stop
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) issued a statement regarding today’s CrowdStrike outage that grounded planes worldwide. HIA said, “Attention travelers: Due to the CrowdStrike outage, numerous flights are experiencing delays or cancellations. Please stay updated by checking your airline’s app for the latest information. Safe travels!”
Silantra Asian Street Kitchen opening with BOGO deal
Silantra Asian Street Kitchen is marking its arrival in the Harrisburg region with a promotion. To celebrate the opening today, July 19, the restaurant at 3499 Carlisle Pike in Hampden Township is offering buy-one-get-one free bowls and bings. The deal is available July 19-21. Owners Sam and Cindy Guo, who...
Serenity House To Be Performed at Harrisburg Fringe Festival
BALTIMORE (July 15, 2024) – “Serenity House: From Addiction to Deliverance,” penned by Baltimore native Ursula V. Battle, will be performed at this year’s Harrisburg Fringe Festival. The performances will take place Saturday, July 20, 2024 (7:10 p.m.) and Sunday, July 21, 2024 (4:50 p.m.) at Narçisse Theatre Company, located 312 Chestnut Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The performance is a production of Battle Stage Plays.
'Tenty McTentFace,' The Broad Street Market temporary tent gets new name
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The Broad Street Market has announced the new name of the temporary tent will be "Tenty McTentFace." Officials with the Broad Street Market Alliance made the announcement on Friday. The name was picked in a fundraising contest that ran through the months of June and July.
Make It With Wool Contest announced
The 2024 Pennsylvania Make It With Wool Contest will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28, in the PA Preferred Banquet Hall at the Farm Show Complex, 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg. Youths and adults who sew, knit, or crochet garments with wool or other animal fibers may participate. The categories...
Duck Donuts Sprinkles Happiness with BOGO Offer on National Sprinkle Day, July 23
July 19, 2024 // Franchising.com // MECHANICSBURG, PA – Duck Donuts is celebrating National Sprinkle Day in the sweetest way - a BOGO offer. On Tuesday, July 23, any guest who purchases one Vanilla Confetti Donut, will get one Vanilla Confetti Donut free, in-shop only and limited to one free donut per person. Duck Donuts is calling on guests to bring a friend or treat themselves to a double dose of happiness and make this day extra special.
Rock band, Dawes, will perform in Harrisburg this fall: Where to buy tickets
Rock band, Dawes, will bring its “Oh Brother” tour to Harrisburg this fall via Harrisburg University Presents. Brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith will perform on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at XL Live. Special guest is Winnetka Bowling League. Ticket presales started today. General ticket sales start at 10...
Upcycling Innovations Challenge: Bringing da Vinci to Life
Leonardo da Vinci was a visionary artist and inventor who left a lasting, positive impact on the fields of art, science and engineering. WITF is celebrating that impact with an Upcycling Innovations Challenge for students in grades 6 – 12. The Upcycling Innovations Challenge encourages students to use critical...
Review: HARRISBURG FRINGE FESTIVAL 2024 at Various Harrisburg Venues
The Harrisburg Fringe Festival is off to a fantastic start with a variety of performances and visual art to spark the imagination and engage audiences on a new level. Here are some observations from the show this reviewer was able to see on Thursday!. Same Each once again delivers a...
Bob’s Art Blog: Birds of a Feather
One of the greatest joys of spring is studying from afar the annual arrival of baby birds. It is a rare phenomenon indeed when the occasion is marked by “fledglings” that are fully formed ready to fly right out of the nest. For this avian species, my observation...
Harrisburg residents can now order Starbucks via Grubhub
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg residents can now get their favorite Starbucks order delivered right to their door via Grubhub. The coffee chain announced that it will be available on the Grubhub Marketplace for Harrisburg residents starting July 18. Officials say Starbucks was the most searched merchant not yet available...
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