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Crash with injuries reported in West Lebanon Township
LEBANON, Pa. — A vehicle crash with injuries was reported on Union Canal Drive in West Lebanon Township around 6:15 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. No reports of road closures have been made at this time. The injuries are unknown. Crews are on the scene.
Reading Man Assaulted Young Girl Over Long Period While She Slept
Harrisburg, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that Luis Manuel Ayala-Velasquez, a 56-year-old Reading man, will serve 14 to 46 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting a girl,…
Shenandoah Man Wanted for Aluminum Theft from Former Employer in Ringtown
An arrest warrant has been issued for a Shenandoah resident for allegedly stealing from his former employer in Ringtown. According to court documents filed by Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Nicholas Reese, 48-year-old Dennis Bugden, of Shenandoah, has been charged with burglary, theft of secondary metal, and criminal trespass following an incident on May 4, 2024.
Allentown police officer suffers minor injury during arrest
ALLENTOWN, Pa. – An Allentown police officer suffered a minor injury during an arrest Wednesday. It happened around 5:50 p.m. when officers were on routine foot patrol in the area of North Boyer and Russell streets in the city. The officers observed two individuals — Jeniel Rivera Gotay, 23, of Bethlehem, and Pablo A. Garcia, 50, of Allentown — involved in suspected drug activity.
Reading and Somerset Suspended Thursday Night
“Ladies and gentlemen, we are sorry. We hoped to play, but with this much rain landing on the field, it’s just not possible to play baseball tonight. Tonight’s Reading Fightin Phils game has been officially postponed due to rain. HOWEVER – WE DO PLAN TO HAVE FIREWORKS! I REPEAT – we do plan to have fireworks. The fireworks crew is still loading the show, and once ready, we expect to have fireworks – likely at approx.. 10PM – which is when fireworks are usually shot after a game anyway. Again – fireworks will take place – thanks to Carpenter & PA Lottery – at approx.. 10PM. Before then, Reggie Brown and Bunch a Funk will entertain us – beginning in a few minutes...
PHOTOS AND VIDEO: Pottstown packs the streets for July 4 parade and party
POTTSTOWN — Patriots packed High Street Thursday for the annual Fourth of July parade and Pottstown GoFourth! street festival. As the mercury rose throughout the day, so too did the enthusiasm residents and visitors showed for the party Pottstown puts on every year. From ax-throwing to jugglers, face painting...
6 PA Cities Are Considered The Dirtiest In The Country
It's no secret that cities are not usually extremely clean. It's really hard to keep areas extremely clean when they're extremely overly populated plus the heart for hustle and bustle. Anytime you visit a major city, you probably aren't shocked to see gum smashed into the concrete, garbage blowing in...
Roadwork is coming to this Allentown street. Delays could last through 2026
Drivers taking South Fourth St. in Allentown can expect delays and restrictions through 2026, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation says. Restrictions are scheduled to start as soon as July 9 between Wyoming Street and south of Emmaus Avenue. The project is expected to wrap up by October 2026, said PennDot. Improvements...
Veteran's headstone stolen from Lancaster County cemetery, police asking public for help
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Ephrata Police Department has reported that a veteran's headstone was stolen from Swamp Church Cemetery on June 28 in Lancaster County. Police posted to Facebook requesting the public's help in identifying the individuals pictured. Police say the individuals drove a white GMC pickup onto the cemetery property.
Port Carbon Celebrates 4th of July
On Thursday, Port Carbon held their annual 4th of July Parade. Residents lined South Coal and Pike Streets as hundreds of participants took part in the parade including first responders, the Pottsville Third Brigade Band, and families that decorated strollers and bikes. Port Carbon's 4th of July Celebration continues Thursday...
Massive merger involving Great Adventure, NJ & Dorney Park, PA
After 50 years in New Jersey as Great Adventure, parent company Six Flags officially became one massive company with Cedar Fair, owner of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom in Allentown, PA. That created the biggest theme park ownership throughout the United States and North America. News of the combination between...
PPL asks regulator approval to raise maximum distribution improvement charge
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — PPL Electric Utilities customers could see their bills increase beginning Jan. 1 if regulators approve the Allentown-based company’s request to raise their maximum distribution system improvement charge. The company currently has a cap on the distribution system improvement charge (DSIC) of 5% of billed...
Independence Day: SWB Can't Rally Enough in 7-5 Loss
MOOSIC, PA (July 4) – The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders fell 7-5 to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs on Independence Day. The team hosted a sellout at PNC Field with a tremendous fireworks show presented by Pennsylvania Lottery. Lehigh Valley got off to a good start against southpaw Edgar Barclay. After back-to-back...
Various Fourth of July celebrations held across the Susquehanna Valley
Fourth of July celebrations are in full swing across the Susquehanna Valley, and News 8 is here to bring you all of the excitement from the events. Meet chemistry teacher turned pyrotechnician Steve Sexsmith. For nearly 15 years, he's been leading the spectacular fireworks for the Lititz Fourth of July...
Powerboat racing returns to Allentown
The roar and excitement of powerboat racing returned to Allentown’s Adams Island in the Lehigh River on June 1. Racers from at least six states, all members of the Cocktail Class Wooden Boat Racing Association, competed in their “Skuas” in the first of the association’s seasonal races in the Mid-Atlantic and for the fifth time at Adams Island, according to Tom Kerr, one of the participants.
Frackville Celebrates Independence Day with Spectacular Fireworks Display
On the eve of Independence Day, the skies of Frackville were lit up with fireworks. The annual event, hosted by the Frackville Area Fireworks Committee, drew hundreds of people the Little League/Softball complex and thousands more to homes around the borough to watch the display. The display was presented by...
Lititz celebrates Independence Day
LITITZ, Pa. — Lititz, Lancaster County, is hosting its 207th Independence Day celebration. The day started with a blanket run and baby parade followed by the parade. There are games, food and contests in Lititz Springs Park, with the Lighting of the Candles and fireworks capping off the celebration.
Scouting for Cars attracts aficionados to Ontelaunee Park
Amy Rice was busy instructing her helpers on how to make funnel cakes at Ontelaunee Park and it wasn’t even noon. Her son Caleb was quick to recite the steps as his mother looked on. “You take this batter and go in and out in a circle, then flip...
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