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Pa. Game Commission asks public to report wild turkey sightings
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking for the Pa. community to report any wild turkeys spotted through the end of August. If you spot any wild turkeys through Aug. 31, make it count by reporting it to the Commission’s Wild Turkey Sighting Survey, which can be found by clicking here. You will […]
‘Welfare to work’ aims to lower costs for Pennsylvania taxpayers
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has introduced a bill that looks to help families transition out of welfare programs. The “Welfare to Work” pilot program, introduced by Frank Burns (D-Cambria), would encourage companies to hire individuals enrolled on the welfare rolls, which aims to help families to transition to self-sufficiency. The […]
Harris’s love of Doritos at orchestrated Sheetz stop draws skepticism
Vice President Kamala Harris made a stop at a Sheetz gas station convenience store while campaigning in Pennsylvania on Sunday, and some critics are questioning the authenticity of her new obsession with the popular Doritos brand after two different videos began circulating on social media. “Every road trip needs a snack break. Doritos acquired. I […]
Fetterman skipping DNC after list of rifts with Democratic colleagues
Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) will not attend the Democratic National Convention this week, though he denied his decision was over his disagreements with his party’s peers over his stance on Israel. The Pennsylvania senator insisted the announcement has nothing to do with his pro-Israel stance, which has alienated him from some of his Democratic colleagues. […]
Older living expo highlights government services for seniors to take advantage of
Local senior citizens were welcomed to a fair and older living expo Monday morning at the Zem Zem Shrine Club. The fair provided seniors with the latest information on state and local services including veteran benefits and healthcare options. Pennsylvania State Representative Ryan Bizzarro championed the event and said this...
Physician-only limit on abortion questioned again
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania’s abortion laws turn providers into travel agents, advocates say, because of restrictions that prevent medical professionals other than doctors from performing the procedure. Providers add that for those who are qualified, the influx of women from states with more restrictive bans leads to a delay in services that puts patients at risk. “In order to provide this care, I actually drive an hour each way...
Third Man Charged in Centre County Child Predator Sting Pleads Guilty
Another person charged in a 2023 child predator sting in Centre County has pleaded guilty in federal court. Robert D. Mansberger, 59, of Huntingdon County, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to one count of attempted enticement of a child. He is the third of four men charged in the case to enter a guilty plea. He faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison, according to a plea agreement filed in the U.S. Middle District Court of Pennsylvania. A sentencing date has not yet been scheduled. Responding to an online advertisement for a female willing to engage in sexual activities, Mansberger arranged through text...
Man injures horse-and-buggy driver in Dauphin County hit-and-run crash: police
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — A Williamstown man was arrested after he allegedly crashed into a horse and buggy and drove away. John Reed, 51, was taken into custody Thursday in relation to the hit-and-run crash, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The crash happened on Aug. 13 when a...
Future of Adams County food hall & event venue uncertain
GETTYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A large food hall and event venue in Gettysburg, Adams County, may be closing its doors in the near future. abc27 news reported back in November 2023, when the newly opened SavorHood food hall on 985 Baltimore Pike closed its doors and was taken over by landlord Brian Zoller, who renamed the newly renovated food hall the Lincoln Social Food Market.
Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority seeks new Executive Director
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA), an independent government organization that operates recreation programs and maintains services in the Gettysburg rec park, seeks a new Executive Director to guide its operations into a new era of growth and sustainability. GARA has long provided residents and visitors with expansive recreational opportunities...
MC girls tennis notch victory over CD East
LEWISTOWN – The MIfflin County girls tennis team picked up its first home win of the season, taking the home opener over CD East 3-2 Tuesday. Picking up the win at number one position was Maddy Clinard who defeated Christa Hershman 6-0,6-1. Teammate Ava Kelly defeated Claire Turner 6-2,6-1.
Officials: No injuries after butcher shop burns in Mount Pleasant Township, Adams County
No one was injured after a fire at a butcher shop in Adams County Tuesday afternoon, officials said. Firefighters were called to the scene of a commercial fire at Weaver's Custom Butcher Shop on the 1400 block of Centennial Road in Mount Pleasant Township, Adams County, around 4:06 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, according to Adams County 911 records. ...
Woman dies after collapsing at central Pa. fair: police
A 55-year-old woman at the Elizabethtown Fair died Tuesday afternoon after experiencing a medical emergency, according to area police. Officers with the Elizabethtown Police Department at the fair, located at 900 East High Street, said the woman’s medical emergency started around 12:55 p.m. Police listed the incident as a cardiac arrest event, but Lancaster County Coroner’s Office will determine a cause and manner of death at a later time, according to a press release.
Man allegedly shoots, kills neighbor's chicken, claims he was going to eat it
YORK COUNTY, PA. (WHP) — A Red Lion man is facing a third-degree felony charge after allegedly killing his neighbor’s chicken. Jeffrey Boring, 58, is being charged with aggravated cruelty to animals after allegedly shooting his neighbor’s chicken in the neck with a pellet gun. On Jan....
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