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23-year-old who had been missing since July 19 has been found, police say
The Whitemarsh Township Police Department announced today that Paul Asman, the 23-year-old who had been missing since July 19, has been located and reunited with his family. Asman went missing from Fort Washington and was spotted taking a train to Jefferson Station and the Fashion District in Philadelphia the night he went missing.
US women's Olympic gymnastics team dazzles in leotards made by Berks County company
READING, Pa. — The U.S. women's Olympic gymnastics team is already dazzling the judges in Paris. Right now, it's in the lead going into Tuesday's competition. Some of that shine comes from the Susquehanna Valley. A Berks County company has been playing a special role in the athletes' quest...
76ers almost made a blockbuster trade after signing Paul George
The Philadelphia 76ers have been extremely busy building the perfect roster around All-Star center Joel Embiid to aid them in their quest to win another championship. They managed to land one of the biggest players this summer, signing Paul George, while also staying under the second apron of the luxury tax.
Harrisburg nonprofit names president and CEO
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities has named a new president and CEO. And it’s someone already familiar with the organization – Jennifer Doyle, who has been with the organization for more than 15 years. She has held various roles including vice president of philanthropy and community investment, program officer, asset development associate and director of development.
Meet the Delco couple using their art studio as a safe space for children of all abilities
MALVERN, Pa. (CBS) – A Delaware County couple is using their art studio in Chester County to create a safe space for children of all abilities.Jennifer Briddes and her wife, Bonnie Stritzinger, are the owners of A Flick of the Wrist in Malvern, where messiness is the key to creativity."The art is accessible for everyone here," Briddes said.The couple hosts a weekly summer camp where kids do splatter art. Separately, they also host sensory classes specifically geared toward children with autism and ADHD.Briddes said she was inspired by her 15-year-old son Xander, who has autism. While he was growing up,...
WATCH | Waynesboro hit-and-run caught on camera, victim files police report
FRANKLIN CO, Pa. (WHP) — The owner of a Jeep in Waynesboro has filed a police report after Ring camera footage shows an unknown driver hitting her car and driving away. Elizabeth Churchman, the victim, says it happened Sunday night around 10:40 p.m. on the intersection of South Church Street and Easy Second Street.
Franklin County School District Announces Key Dates for Transportation and Homeroom Information
The Franklin County School District has announced important dates for parents to note regarding transportation details and homeroom placements for the upcoming school year. On August 8th, the district will release transportation information for all students. Parents are advised to log into their Sapphire Community Portal accounts to access this information. This will allow parents to plan ahead for their children’s commuting needs for the school year.
Greencastle man threatened York County woman, weapon discharged after pursuit: police
A man allegedly led troopers on a pursuit in Franklin County over the weekend as they tried to serve him with an arrest warrant in connection with intimidating and stalking a Dover Township woman, according to state police and court records. State police used legal intervention to terminate the pursuit on Saturday evening,...
New robotic treatment for enlarged prostates arrives in Central Pennsylvania | Health Smart
YORK, Pa. — Penn State Health has a new robot: Aquablation's Aquabeam Robotic System that treats enlarged prostates. "Fifty percent of men over the age 51--between 51 and 60--are affected by the enlargement of the prostate, resulting in symptomatology," said Dr. Joe Littlejohn. That number grows with age. In...
Yellen says Harris would keep Biden's vow against middle-class US tax hikes
PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) -U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris would adhere to President Joe Biden's vow against raising taxes on middle-income Americans and helped formulate Biden-Harris administration proposals to raise taxes on the wealthy and on corporations, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Tuesday.
Toll increase coming for these Pa., N.J. bridges
Drivers who use the Delaware River Port Authority’s four bridges between New Jersey and Philadelphia will see a toll increase for the first time in 13 years, starting on Sept. 1. It’s been a good run of paying a $5 car toll to cross the Walt Whitman, Benjamin Franklin,...
S&T Bank Welcomes Peter G. Gurt to the Board of Directors
S&T Bank has welcomed Peter Gurt to its board of directors, bringing 35+ years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement. S&T Bank has welcomed Peter Gurt to its board of directors. With over 35 years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement, Gurt brings a wealth of strategic competency to S&T’s board.
Pennsylvania students testify in state capital about college antisemitism
Jewish students from Penn State University, the University of Pittsburgh and the University of Pennsylvania testified last week at the state capitol building in Harrisburg, Pa., as part of a Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee public hearing about the hate they had experienced on their campuses. “We didn’t feel safe on...
Pennsylvania-based ski and snowboard company continues to thrive
SELINSGROVE, Pa. — It's mid-summer, temperatures are in the 90s, and winter is on the mind at Gilson Snow, a Pennsylvania-based ski and snowboard company. Starting with Pennsylvania poplar trees, these skis and snowboards are designed, manufactured and assembled in a factory in Selinsgrove, Snyder County. It's a company...
NEW LIST: Which NJ & PA Big Lots Stores Are Closing Permanently?
I filled you in a few weeks ago that a beloved retailer was in financial trouble. Big Lots, a discount chain, with over 1,000 locations across America has fallen on tough times because of what the company is calling, "elevated inflation." Not as many Americans are shopping because paychecks aren't...
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