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10 most expensive homes sold in Dauphin County, July 15-21
A house in West Hanover Township that sold for $2.1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Dauphin County in the past week. In total, 41 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $318,771. The average price per square foot was $174.
Benefit scheduled to aid vendors at burned-out Lancaster County antiques warehouse: report
Boltz Auction Company, of Lancaster, is planning a benefit auction to aid those who lost their livelihood in the fire that destroyed the Toll House Auction Mall on July 18. The mall is located in Columbia, Lancaster County. Thursday’s fire swept through the building, melting the roof of the warehouse...
Flood advisory for Lancaster County until early Monday
The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory at 10:38 p.m. on Sunday in effect until Monday at 12:45 a.m. for Lancaster County. The weather service comments, “Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.”. “Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas,” comments the weather service. “Turn around, don’t...
Homeland Security secretary names independent panel to review Trump assassination attempt
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has appointed a bipartisan, independent panel to review this month’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, officials said Sunday. The panel members will have “extensive law enforcement and security experience to conduct a 45-day independent review of the...
Kamala Harris fights to secure the Democratic presidential nod
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris is being thrust into the most scrutinizing of spotlights, suddenly the leading candidate to succeed President Joe Biden as the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee and her party’s main hope of defeating Republican Donald Trump. She spoke multiple times with Biden on...
Biden’s decision to drop out crystalized Sunday. His staff knew one minute before the public did
WASHINGTON — At 1:45 p.m. Sunday, President Joe Biden’s senior staff was notified that he was stepping away from the 2024 race. At 1:46 p.m., that message was made public. It was never Biden’s intention to leave the race: Up until he decided to step aside Sunday, he was all in.
Democrats promise ‘orderly process’ to replace Biden, where Harris is favored but questions remain
WASHINGTON (AP) — Shortly after President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he would drop his reelection campaign, Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison had a message: There would be no automatic coronation for his replacement. “In the coming days, the party will undertake a transparent and orderly process to...
Biden’s exit expected to have big impact on Pa. — whether or not Shapiro lands on ticket
President Joe Biden’s announcement Sunday that he won’t be seeking a second term has upended politics nationwide, and will almost certainly have a particularly acute impact on Pennsylvania. Many Democrats are expecting a new candidate to be accompanied by a renewed vigor to prevent another Donald Trump presidency...
Flash flood warning affecting Philadelphia County until early Monday
A flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 7:59 p.m. in effect until Monday at midnight for Philadelphia County. "At 7:59 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly," explains the weather service. "Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other drainage and low-lying areas."
Democrats rally around Harris as she vows to ‘earn and win’ party nomination for president
WASHINGTON — Democrats quickly rallied around Vice President Kamala Harris as their likely presidential nominee Sunday after President Joe Biden‘s ground-shaking decision to bow out of the 2024 race. But the fast-moving political situation remained volatile just months before the November election. Shortly after Biden stepped aside he...
Gov. Shapiro says VP Kamala Harris is ‘ready to be president,’ urges Democrats to unite
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to replace President Joe Biden as the party’s nominee, saying she is “ready to be president.”. Shapiro’s campaign released his statement touting Harris and calling for party unity after he spoke with Biden and Harris. The governor...
Kyle Larson uses late charge through the field for 1st Brickyard 400 victory
INDIANAPOLIS — Kyle Larson made a late charge through the field, managed to get his car refired after a red flag and won the final two restart battles Sunday before coasting to his first Brickyard 400 victory under caution. Larson took the lead when Brad Keselowski ran out of...
Shapiro is betting favorite to be Harris’ VP pick if she’s the Democratic presidential nominee
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is the initial odds-on favorite to be Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate if she becomes the Democratic presidential candidate. Citing BetOnline.ag, the New York Post reported that Harris is a “massive” 1-9 betting favorite to replace President Joe Biden at the top of the ticket, while Shapiro is a 7-4 favorite to be her pick for vice president.
Xander Schauffele wins the British Open, his 2nd triumph at a major this year
TROON, Scotland — Xander Schauffele went from the most nerve-wracking putt of his career to the coolest walk toward an 18th green he ever imagined. He won a nail-biter at the PGA Championship in May. He delivered a masterpiece Sunday in the British Open. Two different finishes, two different feelings.
James Franklin sees value in bringing Penn State letterman back to his staff
Penn State has started a trend on its coaching staff under James Franklin, bringing 16 former players back to Happy Valley to this point. Some like corners coach Terry Smith have been there for a while, while others have been major storylines in recent years, like graduate assistant-turned-full-time defensive line coach Deion Barnes.
Tyler Phillips tosses six scoreless innings as Phils avoid sweep with win over Pirates
PITTSBURGH — Rookie Tyler Phillips gave up four hits in six innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies avoided a three-game sweep with a 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Phillips (2-0) struck out three and walked one. It was the right-hander’s third game and second start since being...
Piastri wins first F1 race as Norris obeys team orders on final laps of Hungarian GP
BUDAPEST (AP) — Australian driver Oscar Piastri won his first Formula One race after teammate Lando Norris handed him back the lead to complete a McLaren one-two at the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday. That outstanding result came after a long and at times awkward back-and-forth between the British...
Pa. Democratic U.S. House members praise Biden for his service, career accomplishments
Democratic U.S. House members from Pennsylvania had nothing but kind words for President Joe Biden after he dropped out of the presidential race on Sunday amid intra-party squabbling over his ability to run and serve another term. “President Joe Biden is a patriot. He selflessly put personal ambition aside to...
Five biggest sleepers to watch at Pittsburgh Steelers training camp
The Pittsburgh Steelers will head to Latrobe for training camp on Wednesday, with the first day of practice starting on Thursday. While names such as Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, and others headline the period, the sleepers are just not as much of a focus. For one, those sleepers sometimes become key contributors, such as Jaylen Warren. This year, the team has the potential for some sleepers to rise in the process and push for roster spots.
What’s Biden’s withdrawal mean for Pa. and Gov. Shapiro?
UPDATE: Gov. Josh Shapiro has now endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to replace President Joe Biden as the Democratic Party’s 2024 presidential nominee. This post has been updated to reflect that. The other shoe has dropped and President Joe Biden has left the presidential race. It’s a decision that...
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