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Three Penn State Health hospitals named among nation’s best by U.S. News
HERSHEY, Pa. — U.S. News & World Report has named three Penn State Health hospitals among the best in the nation. The magazine recognized Penn State Health’s Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Holy Spirit Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in its 2024-25 "Best Hospitals" rankings and ratings.
Harrisburg man sentenced for threatening to kill government employees
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Harrisburg man has been sentenced to time served plus probation for sending a series of threatening emails to government employees. According to the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Thomas West, 44, was sentenced for sending an interstate communication containing a threat. West had already been in custody for over five months and was sentenced to time served and a one-year term of supervised release.
Philadelphia Nonprofit Leader Sentenced to Seven Years for Fraud
The former CEO of Philadelphia-based nonprofits Universal Community Homes and Universal Education Companies has been sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment, plus three years of supervised release, following convictions on federal fraud, corruption, and tax charges. Judge Gerald A. McHugh delivered Abdur Rahim Islam’s sentence in the US District Court...
Chambersburg Police Arrest Woman on Aggravated Assault Charges
Michelle Allen, a 35-year-old Black female, was arrested by the Chambersburg Police Department on charges of aggravated assault. The arrest took place on July 15, 2024, at Chambersburg Hospital located at 112 N Seventh St, Chambersburg, PA. Allen, described as approximately 5′ 3″ tall, weighing 115 lbs, with black hair...
Pools of mosquitoes with West Nile virus exterminated in Delaware County
Several pools of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus were discovered and treated across Delaware County this month. Officials say residents should take action in mitigation, but there is no need for alarm.
Part of new Chester Valley Trail in King of Prussia shut down after sinkhole opens
Part of a brand new trail that recently opened in King of Prussia has been shut down after authorities in Montgomery County say a sinkhole opened up.The sinkhole was reported Wednesday morning on the Chester Valley Trail.It is now closed between Dekalb Pike and Prince Fredrick Boulevard.It's not yet clear if this is connected to Tuesday night's storms.Back in April, PennDOT shut down one lane of nearby Route 202 for a similar depression under the road.
After sudden closure, Philly’s UArts shares few details in first court appearance, and laid-off employees have yet to be paid
Philadelphia’s University of the Arts recently announced its sudden closure. The abrupt closure has sparked widespread criticism from students, faculty and staff, who have pushed for answers from the university. UArts president Kerry Walk resigned shortly before the university’s last day. The future remains unclear for UArts students,...
Update: Thunderstorms with quarter-sized hail and damaging winds in central Pa. Wednesday
On Wednesday at 6:40 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning valid until 7 p.m. for Dauphin, Lancaster and Lebanon counties. Be ready for quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. “At 6:40 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Brickerville,...
Want to be a PA corrections officer? The DOC is hiring
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – If you want to be a corrections officer in Pennsylvania, the Department of Corrections is hiring for positions in Clearfield, Somerset, and Huntingdon counties. For interested applicants, the DOC is hosting a job fair on July 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quehanna Boot Camp, located at 4395 […]
Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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Power outages impacting Delaware Valley, photos show storm damage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Delaware Valley is still feeling the effects of powerful, fast-moving storms that hit the region Tuesday afternoon and evening. Thousands of customers across Pennsylvania, South Jersey and Delaware are dealing with power outages, and strong winds brought down large trees.The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey said on social media Tuesday night that it had received multiple reports of wind damage in eastern Pennsylvania and north and central New Jersey. "Radar data supports that several severe downbursts/macrobursts (straight-line wind) have occurred," the agency said around 9 p.m.In Philadelphia's Bustleton neighborhood, a large tree...
Franklin County’s Strategies to Combat Asian Tiger Mosquitoes
Franklin County’s Board of Commissioners issued a reminder to residents on how to protect against Asian tiger mosquitoes, which increase in population from mid-July, peak in mid-September, and decline in October. These mosquitoes, identifiable by their black color with white stripes, target mammals, including humans, for blood and are active during daytime, unlike other species.
Gettysburg dentistry employee stole $35k to support gambling addiction; police
Editor’s Note: The story has been updated to reflect the details of the criminal complaint GETTYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A Gettysburg dentistry employee is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the business to support her gambling addiction, police said in court documents. Rebecca Chapman, 57, of Gettysburg, has been charged with felony […]
Springfield police welcome new officer, Huntingdon Valley Fire Company honors 90th birthday of 68-year member
The Springfield Township Police Department announced that Officer Younes Boujida swore in and took the ceremonial oath of office at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, July 10. The department said that Officer Boujida is a graduate of Ridley High School, Delaware County Technical School, and the Universal Technical...
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