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Missing Person Update: 23-year-old was seen taking train to Philly and is suffering from mental health crisis
Paul James Asman, 23, went missing on Friday, July 19 in Fort Washington. According to an update shared today, there was a confirmed sighting of Asman taking a train to Jefferson Station and the Fashion District in Philadelphia the night he went missing. According to an updated flyer, Asman is...
Pa. winery closing down, with part of the property for sale for $2M
Maple Springs Vineyard, one of the top producers of quality wine in the state, will for all intents and purposes close at the end of July. Owner Marianne Lieberman confirmed on Wednesday that parts of her property at 91 Nuss Road in Bechtelsville, Berks County, were recently put on the market for $1.995 million.
Eagles Sign Explosive Receiver & Cut Rookie in Late-Minute NFL Moves
The offseason may officially be over, but the Philadelphia Eagles are still making roster moves even as training camp begins. Philadelphia announced the signing of wide receiver Griffin Hebert while releasing rookie tackle Gottlieb Ayedze. The offensive lineman was on the Non-Football Injury List prior to being released. This is...
Body discovered in Delaware River identified as missing man: police
PHILADELPHIA - New details have emerged after police say the body of a man in his 40s was found in the Delaware River Thursday. At around 3:30 p.m., Philadelphia police responded to reports of a body in the river at Linden and Delaware Avenues. Upon arrival, the Philadelphia Police Marine...
Hampden Township passes noise ordinance after residents claim 'nightclub' kept them awake
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A series of noise concerns has been causing a stir in one Hampden Township neighborhood. However, local law enforcement said there's nothing they can do about it without a noise ordinance. Neighbors, who said they had been kept up until 4 a.m. almost every...
Norfolk Southern Train Derails In York County: Officials (Photos; Video)
The derailment of H19 happened at Talen Energy Brunners Island in the 1400 block of Wago Road, East Manchester Township, York Haven, multiple authorities from different agencies detailed. The call to the derailment came into 911 at 5:23 p.m. on Thursday, according to the York County Office of Emergency Management.
Crash causes slowdowns at intersection reported in North Hopewell Township
NORTH HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, Pa. — An intersection was blocked by a crash reported in York County. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the intersection of Seaks Run and Swamp roads in North Hopewell Township around 11:15 a.m. The crash caused slowdowns at the intersection.
Man shot state trooper while on FaceTime with his girlfriend: police
The 40-year-old York County man who shot a corporal with the Pennsylvania State Police Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) earlier this week was on a FaceTime video call with his girlfriend when he started to fire seven shots in the direction of the officers, according to an affidavit. Alfredo Maldonado-Gonzalez,...
York County driver, 53, died after crashing into tractor trailer: coroner
The coroner’s office identified a 53-year-old man who died after his pickup truck veered into oncoming Route 30 traffic in York County Monday night. Michael Kenemore, of York County, died of multiple blunt force injuries, according to the county coroner’s office. His death was ruled accidental. Kenemore was...
A $400k-winning lottery ticket was sold in Central Pa.
A Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold in Franklin County has made someone $400,000 richer. Earl’s Market Inc., located at 15755 Pennsylvania Ave., State Line, will get a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. The ticket was for the July 25 drawing and matched all...
Banking Shake-Up: 235-Branch Chain to Close Multiple Locations Unexpectedly
MJP – A network of 235 bank branches has recently surprised customers by announcing sudden closures, justifying their decision as a ‘vital’ step. In the upcoming months, Fulton Bank, a prominent regional financial institution, will be closing down more than twelve branches, forcing clients to travel further to reach their closest office.
What do voters in suburban Pittsburgh make of the new presidential campaign?
A MORNING EDITION team has been around Pittsburgh this week, where we are listening to voters make up their minds. We've been knocking on doors... INSKEEP: ...To hear how people in a swing state have responded to so much news in the presidential campaign, including President Biden's withdrawal. Hey, good...
Inside Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Support for Private School Vouchers
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is being eyed as a potential Democratic vice presidential nominee, but with that attention has come intense scrutiny of his support for a traditionally conservative idea: taxpayer-funded private school vouchers. Since taking office last year, Shapiro has become the most prominent Democratic voice in the state for such a program. Last summer, he backed a controversial Republican voucher proposal to the chagrin of longtime party allies and influential unions...
Dairy financial and risk management conference set in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Center for Dairy Excellence will host its 15th annual Dairy Financial and Risk Management Conference “Future-Proofing Our Farms” on Sept. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel, 4650 Lindle Road, Harrisburg. The conference will feature presentations on dairy supply, annual dairy performance indicators, succession planning and business continuity and more.
Zayn Malik credits life in Pennsylvania, with home in Bucks County, for album inspiration
Zayn Malik, former One Direction star and ex-boyfriend of supermodel Gigi Hadid, recently opened up about his life in Bucks County. In an interview with British Vogue released three days ago, Malik shared his affection for rural Pennsylvania, describing it as "just chill. It is quiet, there are no human beings, it is a great place to reflect."Malik, who lives in the scenic town, credited New Hope with significantly influencing his latest album, Room Under The...
PA Senate hearing on combating antisemitism on college campuses
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Today in Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee held a public hearing on antisemitism on Pennsylvania college campuses. The committee is reviewing its own policies regarding harassment and hate-speech, after large protests broke out at universities across the state. Most notably, investigations into campus conduct have been sparked at Penn State University, University of Pittsburgh, and University of Pennsylvania.
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