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New program will offer free rides to local bar patrons, aims to deter drunk driving
A local organization is offering to be the designated driver for nights out downtown. The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (TCRPC) announced at a press conference on Tuesday the launch of its pilot program “Sober Ride Home,” which aims to lessen the number of impaired driving incidents by offering free rideshare vouchers for those consuming alcohol at local bars and restaurants.
Dauphin Co. family left in dark for nearly a week after devastating storm
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A family in Lykens has now been without power for days — not because of the weekend storms, but because of storms that hit the area last Wednesday night. CBS 21 spoke with the homeowner, who chose not to be identified, on Monday...
Dauphin County restaurant inspections from June 16-31
The following Dauphin County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania’s health and safety regulations between the dates of June 16-31, 2024. Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave. Fishers Delight. If...
Lebanon County bakery announces closure; space available for lease
PALMYRA, Pa. (WHTM) — A locally owned bakery that recently opened the doors to its first brick-and-mortar shop has now announced that they are closing it down. abc27 news reported back in January 2024 when Shay’s Bakery, which is owned and operated by Jonestown native Epiphany Shay, debuted its first brick-and-mortar storefront at the former Taste of Sicily, located at 132 East Main Street in Palmyra.
Pa. Game Commission looks to add thousands of more acres to game lands
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is considering the purchase of more than 7,000 acres of land to be part of various public game lands across the state and it’s considering a mineral and gas rights in Tioga County with bonus payments to the agency totaling more than $10 million. The...
Paving project begins next week in Dauphin County; delays expected
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that a roadway paving project is scheduled to begin next week in Dauphin County. According to PennDOT, a maintenance crew in Dauphin County is scheduled to begin paving a section of Route 443 (Fishing Creek Valley Road) in Middle Paxton Township next week.
New clerk sworn in to head troubled county courthouse recordkeeping office in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The county's chief judge named a temporary replacement Monday for the Dauphin clerk of courts, three days after the elected clerk fired a deputy clerk and she and another top aide abruptly quit before a hearing about mismanagement of the office. Dauphin County President Judge Scott...
29th Street bridge over I-83 near Harrisburg to close for over a year
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is reminding drivers the 29th Street bridge, which goes over Interstate 83 near Harrisburg, is scheduled to close for replacement starting on Monday, July 8. Weather permitting, the bridge will close Monday night and will not reopen until Nov. 12, 2025, according to a press...
Officials are urging people to stay safe on the water ahead of Independence Day
HARRISBURG, Pa (WHP) — As many prepare to celebrate Independence Day on the water, Harrisburg officials are urging the community to do so with caution. There are more than 4,000 unintentional drowning deaths every year in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s a...
Harrisburg Family Dollar store fixes alarm system; neighbors look forward to good night’s sleep
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A day after the company promised to fix an alarm system that kept neighbors awake at night, in some cases for months, Family Dollar said — and an abc27 News crew on the scene confirmed — a contractor was working to fix the system. A company spokesperson said Wednesday two contractors […]
Senate Majority Leader says state budget could be smaller than Governor Shapiro's proposal
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — State lawmakers are going home for the 4th of July without a finished budget. The spending plan is now three days overdue, but Democrats and Republicans hope to get it finished soon. Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman spoke today about the progress being made so...
The Enormous Antique Marketplace Of LeMoyne In Pennsylvania Will Bump Your Thrifting Game To 11
Remember treasure hunting as a kid? We dug in the dirt, lifted rocks to look underneath, and created stories about our imaginary adventures in search of gold. Treasure hunting takes on a whole new meaning in adulthood as we map out the antique shops in Pennsylvania and decide at which we’re most likely to find gems, some that may even evoke memories of those childhood adventures. Whether you’re looking for something in particular or just enjoy browsing, you’re sure to score a few treasures at this massive antique marketplace in Lemoyne, Pennsylvania.
Harrisburg invests $200,000 in teen program for life skills education
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — In June, Harrisburg City Council passed a $200,000 fund that will go towards the Harrisburg Housing Authority’s (HHA) summer growth program, also known as the Environmental Teen Corps. The six-week program is open to 100 teens ages 13-16. The participants will clean up trash...
Governor Shapiro discusses budget delays
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Talks finalizing a state budget were ongoing Monday hours after the deadline passed. Still, Shapiro remained cheerful. It won't be long until there's something to announce, "Everybody has been working around the clock. We are deep in the Red Zone, and I expect that we will get this done very soon," he said.
'Tenty McTentface' among 5 finalists in Pennsylvania tent-naming contest
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Residents in a Pennsylvania city have a choice to make. After the Broad Street Market asked the Harrisburg community in May to come up with names for its newly opened tent, five finalists have been announced:. Tenty McTentface. Tent to Table. Little Broad Street Market.
More than 600,000 motorists are expected to travel on the Pennsylvania Turnpike the day before July 4th
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — The 4th of July is Thursday so many of you will be on the roads today to get to where you're going. FOX43 was at the Highspire Service Plaza on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Dauphin County Wednesday morning to see what motorists are up to ahead of their travels.
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