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Shapiro on VP shortlist; Philly Olympians; Pissed at Parker office mandate | Morning roundup
Why is Josh Shapiro a frontrunner to be the next VP?. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president under Kamala Harris. What would he bring to the ticket?. Meanwhile, Mayor Parker joined a long list of national and local politicians who are endorsing Kamala Harris in her bid for the presidency.
Pennsylvania Churches Unite to Address Zimbabwe Hunger Crisis
People in Zimbabwe are facing a hunger crisis amid the worst drought in several decades, and churches in the U.S. are stepping up to help. The Nyadire Connection, a faith-based nonprofit founded by individuals from a network of United Methodist churches in Pittsburgh, has been in partnership with the United Methodist Nyadire Mission community for 18 years. Hearing of the calamities befalling their friends, The Nyadire Connection began working to raise money to provide food support.
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
President of Cedar Crest College steps into new role on AICUP Board
Three college presidents are starting new statewide roles on the nonprofit AICUP board, including one from our area. Elizabeth M. Meade, Ph.D., President of Cedar Crest College, will be starting a new statewide leadership role as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Board of Directors. Dr. Meade became the fourteenth President of...
Benefit auction for Lancaster county antique warehouse happening in August
COLUMBIA, Pa. (WHP) — After the Tollbooth Antique Warehouse in Columbia was destroyed in a fire, the community is coming together for a benefit auction. Boltz Auction Company told CBS 21 that the auction will take place Saturday, Aug. 31, with the company looking for donations to auction. Fifty-two...
Sheetz shooter gets 11-month minimum sentence and immediate parole
A Carlisle man was paroled Tuesday after appearing for sentencing on charges related to a jarring, open-air shooting adjacent to a Cumberland County Sheetz store last summer. Angelo C. Rice, 22, had previously pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and reckless endangerment charges for shooting another man who pursued him from Carlisle to the Sheetz property at 1098 Harrisburg Pike, in Middlesex Township, last July 26.
New Cumberland County Dunkin’ opening this week
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Dunkin’ recently announced that they will be opening a new restaurant later this week in Mechanicsburg. According to Dunkin’, they will celebrate the grand opening of its new “Next Generation” restaurant at 1110 East Simpson Street on Friday, July 26 starting at 9 a.m.
2024 Lancaster Balloon Festival and Country Fair has been cancelled, organizers say
BIRD IN HAND, Pa. — Note: The video is from September 2023. Organizers of the Lancaster Balloon Festival and Country Fair announced that this year's event, scheduled for September 12-15 in Bird-in-Hand, has been cancelled. "This is a very difficult decision," organizers said on the event's Facebook page. "Due...
UPS driver caught throwing packages into dumpster in Cumberland County: police
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A UPS driver from Harrisburg is facing charges after he was seen throwing multiple packages into a dumpster. Richard Moore, 60, allegedly threw six packages into the dumpster of a Cumberland County business while working as a delivery driver, according to charging documents. On...
'STEM Adventure With the Science Guys' coming to nearby library branches
During the first week of August, the Science Guys of Baltimore will be visiting the Rosedale and Perry Hall branches of the Baltimore County Public Library to offer intriguing science-related demonstrations and activities. The Science Guys are scheduled to be at the Rosedale Branch on Friday, Aug. 2, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Likewise, they will be at the Perry Hall on Monday, Aug. 5, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. These hour-long events are designed for participants of all ages. ...
Two men sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison for June 2020 killing: DA
Roddrick Battle, 22, of West York, and Luis Rosado, 19, of York, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder charges last week for the June 2020 shooting death of Michael Quinones III. They were each sentenced to 20 to 40 years in prison, according to the York County District Attorney's Office. The shooting took place...
Students are Diving into the Water Industry with a Trade School Summer Internship Experience at the Chester Water Authority
CHESTER, PA — Five students and one recent graduate from Thaddeus Stevens College and Williamson College of the Trades are starting their careers with a splash. For the first time in its history, Chester Water Authority (CWA) is providing a comprehensive internship program designed to provide a perfect blend of training, hands-on experience, project work, specialized training, and evaluation in the water industry. This program is not just about gaining work experience; it’s about immersing students in the industry, understanding its intricacies, and making meaningful contributions.
These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
An idea tossed around as a light-hearted joke turned into a business. Ernest Drummond, Howard Riley, and Michael Earley developed an idea to venture into the spirits business during COVID-19, the Philly Voice reported. With Pennsylvania’s state-owned liquor stores closing during the pandemic, they wanted to create their own. “Somebody brought up as a joke,… Continue reading These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
MLB Trade Deadline: ESPN’s Jeff Passan believes Luis Robert Jr is the perfect fit for the Phillies, another look at Randy Arozarena and Mike Trout
Luis Robert Jr is the ‘perfect fit’ in Philly according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The MLB Trade Deadline is just a week away and the Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly figuring out which path to take as they attempt to add a few key pieces to solidify their roster down the stretch and deep into the postseason.
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