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Cumberland County Department of Public Safety to hold 6th 911 Summer Fair
The Cumberland County Department of Public Safety is holding its sixth 911 Summer Fair in conjunction with the Carlisle Summer Fair. It will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and will take place at the Department of Public Safety, 1 Public Safety Drive, Carlisle. Participating will be Cumberland...
Another West Nile virus-carrying mosquito collected in Pennsylvania
CARLISLE, Pa. — A second mosquito carrying West Nile virus (WNV) was collected in Cumberland County. Cumberland County's Vector Control Office was notified by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) of the second positive mosquito sample for WNV. The positive sample was reportedly collected in Carlisle Borough. Earlier...
An L.L. Bean store is coming to Cumberland County, and it’s already hiring
Outdoor retailer L.L. Bean has recently announced a new store in the Mechanicsburg area. And with a new store comes a need for new staff. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Fallen tree on electrical wires reported in Carlisle Borough
CARLISLE, Pa. — A fallen tree on wires was reported in Cumberland County Thursday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to Factory Street and Elbow Avenue in Carlisle Borough shortly after 9 a.m. This is an electrical hazard. Please avoid the area until the...
Axe throwing arena opens, Raising Canes coming soon, and new local restaurant debuts
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — This past week in the Midstate, we had a new fantasy axe throwing arena open its doors, plans for a new Raising Cane’s were approved, and a new local restaurant opened. Fantasy Axe Throwing. This medieval themed axe throwing arena made its debut in...
Historic Cumberland County church could host services again, but not everyone wants it to
The Peace Church building in Hampden Township has witnessed Confederate cannons, interdenominational church services, weddings and concerts in its 225-year history. The aspen tree that sits on its property has witnessed even more in its estimated 350 to 400 years. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Fatal crash on Route 422 closes roadway in both directions
State Route 422 is currently closed in both directions following a fatal collision that occurred between an SUV and a tractor-trailer in Lower Providence Township. Pennsylvania State Police say the truck veered off from the westbound lanes of 422, crossed the median, and struck the SUV in the Eastbound lanes. The SUV fell off the […]
Eleven people now banned from gambling in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Eleven people are now banned from gambling online (iGaming) in Pennsylvania. During its monthly meeting, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board voted to ban eleven people who were investigated for fraudulent iGaming transactions. The Board’s Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement found these individuals to be fraudulent in two ways: The Board further […]
SEPTA approves next year’s budget, but its financial future is contingent on state spending plan
The SEPTA Board signed off on a new $1.74 billion budget for the fiscal year that starts on Monday, but it’s contingent on the state budget that is still being debated in Harrisburg.
Pa. Dept. of Labor and Industry joins national discussion on rising child labor law violations
Harrisburg, Pa. — According to the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance, last year Pennsylvania saw a 43% increase in child labor law violation investigations. The Bureau investigated 402 cases in 2022 and 574 in 2023, and the trend appears to be rising still. Overall, the Bureau investigated more than 5,200 complaints of alleged labor law violations — a 27% increase in investigations compared to about 4,100 conducted in 2022. This...
Severe weather poses a threat of damaging winds to the Northeast
On Wednesday, severe weather is expected to hit some of the country’s largest Northeast and mid-Atlantic cities. The Storm Prediction Center has issued severe thunderstorm watches for Connecticut and Kentucky until after sunset. The weather alerts also cover New York City. The primary dangers include scattered destructive wind gusts...
Warning for Pennsylvania Parents: Don’t Buy Your Child A Blue Swimsuit
Summer has arrived and that means swimming season for many. If you are a parent, or provide child care while swimming, you need to keep reading. A mother of two children, who is also a swim instructor specializing in kids 6 months to six years old, is warning parents and caretakers against buying a specific colored swimsuit for children, according to ABC 7.
Pennsylvania State House passes bill to help first-time home buyers
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — On Friday morning, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed legislation that will provide help to first-time home buyers. On Friday, June 28, the State House of Representatives passed State Rep. Ryan Bizzarro’s (D-Erie) legislation, H.B. 126, which would help first-time home buyers. Specifically, the legislation would allow first-time home buyers to […]
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