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Marks to block townhome rezoning, lighten Philadelphia Road growth
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced Tuesday that he will oppose a rezoning request that would have allowed townhomes on Gerst Avenue in Perry Hall (Issue 5-004). The zoning will remain one house per acre (DR 1). On the Philadelphia Road corridor, he will recommend downzoning the site of the Evans Funeral Chapel to CB (Issue 5-063) and downzoning 95 acres in Issues 5-096, 5-106 and 5-108 to a combination...
City of Lancaster asking for public input over park upgrades
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Three Lancaster parks will get upgraded over the next few years, and the city wants the public’s input on what should be upgraded. The Ewell Gantz playground, Joe Jackson Tot Lot, and South End Park will receive new upgrades, and the city sent out a survey asking residents what kind of improvements they wish to see.
Harford County Public Library Foundation launches its Game Changers Business Speaker Series Sept. 11 with Dr. Anirban Basu
Harford County Public Library Foundation launches its Game Changers Business Speaker Series on September 11 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Abingdon Library. Here are the details provided by the library system:. Harford County Public Library Foundation Launches Game Changers Business Speaker Series with Dr. Anirban Basu. September 11...
11th Annual Nicole Conway Recovery Volleyball Tournament supports those in recovery
COLUMBIA, Pa. — Community members, public figures, local businesses and behavioral health providers gathered in Columbia, Lancaster County for the 11th Annual Nicole Conway Recovery Volleyball Tournament on Aug. 24. The goal of the yearly event is to celebrate the power of recovery, resilience and the gift of second chances for those who have struggled with addiction and mental health.
Carroll County Invites Vendors to Showcase at Aging Your Way Expo in Westminster
Carroll County's Aging Your Way Expo, once known as the Seniors on the Go Expo, is currently welcoming vendors to sign up for its upcoming event. This expo, aimed at showcasing advancements in health and wellness for the aging population, invites both non-profit organizations and businesses to exhibit their products, services, and resources. With an expected turnout of approximately 2,000 visitors, the event organizers are offering booth spaces that range in price from $225 for non-profits to $450 for commercial entities, according to the county's press release.
A look at Harford’s top paid officials and the justification behind their six-figure salaries
Harford County’s fiscal 2025 budget went into effect July 1 with numerous changes to local officials’ salaries. The following is a rundown of how much the county’s top officials are paid and what is taken into consideration when salaries are set in the budget each year. Office of the county executive The salary of Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly is set in the Harford County charter and ...
Man arrested for arson after fire at Gingerbread Man Bar in Carlisle; police
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — After weeks of searching, Carlisle Police say they have the man they believe caused a fire at a popular downtown bar in Carlisle. |Police in Carlisle investigating string of 'suspicious' fires. 45-year-old John Petonyak II is accused of setting fire to a nearby plastic...
Revs’ Five Blasts Power Big Victory in Return Home
(August 27, 2024 – York, Pa.): The York Revolution controlled Tuesday’s game from the outset against the Long Island Ducks and were able to hold off a furious late game Ducks comeback attempt to take the first game of a seven-game homestand by a 12-11 score at WellSpan Park.
Goals by Kacey Waybright and Rachel Masenheimer lift Gettysburg field hockey past CD East
The Gettysburg field hockey team got goals from Kacey Waybright and Rachel Masenheimer to post a 2-1 Mid-Penn Conference Colonial Division decision over CD East Tuesday. Gaby Paul had the CD East goal with an assist from Madi Livingston. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Board tables mining appeal over road safety concerns raised by community voices
CECIL COUNTY — The Cecil County Board of Appeals voted late Monday night to table an appeal by York Building Products to mine sand and gravel on a plot of land outside of Perryville, citing concerns over how the mine would transport its product and its impact on road safety on a road with a single-lane underpass. York’s appeal, which was passed by the Planning Commission in a meeting held last week, asked for a special exception to be granted to conduct mining operations on...
Man accused of kissing intellectually disabled person at Manheim Township group home
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A 58-year-old man is facing serious charges after allegedly sexually assaulting a person he was a caregiver for. The incident happened on the 1st block of Hampton Ln. at a group home after the victim told Manheim Township Police that Jeffrey Stotler had given her a "side hug" in the group's home living room, which then escalated to them "making out."
8 Arrested In 'Operation Rat Pack' Cocaine Dealing Ring In Delaware County: DA
Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer announced the arrests in "Operation Rat Pack," on Tuesday, Aug. 27. A ninth suspect remains at large, he said. The drugs were being supplied from Philadelphia and elsewhere, he said. Charged were:. Baruti Mills, 46, Upland;. Leo Davis, 47, Chester;. Gregory Young, 52, Marcus...
Lawsuit against TikTok over Chester 10-year-old's 'blackout challenge' death revived
A U.S. appeals court revived a lawsuit on Tuesday filed by the mother of a 10-year-old girl from Delaware County who died attempting a viral challenge she allegedly saw on TikTok that dared people to choke themselves until they lost consciousness.While federal law generally protects online publishers from liability for content posted by others, the court said TikTok could potentially be found liable for promoting the content or using an algorithm to steer it to children."TikTok makes choices about the content recommended and promoted to specific users, and by doing so, is engaged in its own first-party speech," Judge Patty...
Law finally catches up with a notorious Philly landlord, but for voting fraud
Philip C. Pulley has been cutting corners, ignoring the rules, and dodging lawsuits for years, as evidenced by an ever-growing mountain of unpaid tax and utility bills, building code violations, and complaints from tenants, ex-employees, and contractors. The 62-year-old landlord, who splits time between mansions in Montgomery County and Florida,...
As Acme parent company defends $24.6 billion merger in court, Temple researcher challenges anti-trust concerns
The FTC wants to block the merger of Kroger and Albertsons, Acme’s parent company, saying it would kill competition, raise prices, reduce quality and hurt workers — but a Fox School of Business researcher says the suit blows things out of proportion.
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