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Philly-area teachers and students debate proposed school cellphone ban
More school districts nationwide are banning cell phones – even some states are passing rules restricting smartphone use in classes. This summer, Pennsylvania passed a bill to pilot cell phone bans in schools and New Jersey and Delaware are also experimenting with more restrictive rules. But do cell-free classrooms improve learning, attention and mental health? Are there downsides to confiscating student devices?
5-Year-Old Girl Missing In Chambersburg, Police Say
The girl pictured "walked away from the area of 76 W Liberty St at approximately 11:51 a.m.," the police stated in the release. She was last seen wearing a yellow shirt and black shorts, but her name and other descriptive factors were not released. Anyone who sees the child or...
Animals, flowers and more at Middletown Grange Fair
FOX 29 Weather Authority Meteorologist Drew Anderson visits the Middletown Grange Fair, in Bucks County and was able to check out the animals, from rabbits to horses, as well as talk about practices of bird migration and native versus invasive plants.
Dauphin County woman says her apartment is a health hazard, codes issues warnings
DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA. (WHP) — Shamika Mckay lives in the East Ridge Apartments in Swatara Township. She said she can't afford to move out of the apartment, which she believes is now a health concern for her and her kids. Mckay gets teary eyed thinking about the years she’s...
Mother of infant allegedly raped by former York officer now faces charges
ELIZABETHVILLE, Pa. — The girlfriend of a former York police officer who is charged with raping a toddler now faces charges in the case. The woman, from Elizabethville, Dauphin County, is charged with endangering the welfare of a child. We are not naming her because doing so would also...
Road closed in front of Hershey Theater next week
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM)– Part of East Caracas Avenue in front of the Hershey Theatre will be closed early next week, according to the Derry Township Police Department. The Derry Township Police Department says the road will be closed on Aug. 19 and 20 so workers can position a crane to help with work on the building.
Slowdowns after crash reported on Route 422 in Lebanon County
LEBANON, Pa. — A crash causing traffic disruptions was reported in Lebanon County Thursday afternoon. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the 1500 block of Cumberland Street/Route 422 near North 16th Street in Lebanon City around 12:15 p.m. The crash is causing slowdowns in...
Hershey’s Keegan Redmond finishes under par, wins Commonwealth match
At Penn National’s Founders Course, Hershey’s Keegan Redmond earned top billing Wednesday in a Mid-Penn Commonwealth golf match. Redmond, who made four birdies in a six-hole stretch, was the lone golfer to break par, firing 2-under 70 to win medalist honors by three strokes. If you purchase a...
2024 football preview: Palmyra ready for quick strike behind key returning starters
Lebanon County begins its 2024 football campaign in a few days, and there's plenty of new storylines to watch for on each squad. As the season gets closer, there's six teams inside the county to look at before the first kickoff. Each team's opening game is set for Aug. 23, so make sure to follow all coverage on LDNews.com through the year's first Friday night experience. ...
Here are 63 golfers, girls tennis players to keep your eye on this YAIAA season
Most fall sports don’t start playing official games until Aug. 23, but golf and girls tennis get a head start on the rest. Golf matches kick off on Aug. 15, and tennis follows on Aug. 19. Here is a look at what fans can expect to see in both sports this fall. ...
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