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Vending machine outside of local hospital offers condoms, pregnancy tests & more; First of its kind in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) — Two major health care systems have teamed up to provide easy access to personal care and life-saving products. The Health To Go vending machine is outside of the emergency department of UPMC Harrisburg, and it’s one of the first in the state. Among the items in the machine, pregnancy tests, male and female […]
10-Year-Old Alex Kovtounenko Clocks Top-5 Times in 50/100 Fly at Middle Atlantic Junior Champs
LCM (50 meters) Results on MeetMobile: “2024 Middle Atlantic LCM Junior Champs”. Orca Swim Club 10-year-old Alex Kovtounenko broke two LSC records at the Middle Atlantic Junior Championships last weekend in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, registering times that rank inside the top 5 all-time for his age group. Kovtounenko won the...
Pa. Sen. Doug Mastriano target of threats, part of trend in violent rhetoric against elected officials
A Franklin County man faces up to 30 years in prison for making online threats against a state senator, his county commissioner and a member of the National Guard. Court documents say Richard J. Little II posted threatening messages on his Facebook page in which he described graphic acts of violence, repeatedly referencing an eviction notice he had received on June 10.
Let the Games Begin: Local French businesses highlight 2024 Olympics in Paris
The 2024 Paris Olympic Games will take place from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11, featuring over 10,000 athletes and 1.8 million international visitors. For a taste of Paris without the plane ticket, check out the following regional eateries with a passion for filling your plate with global flavors.
No injuries after garage fire in Codorus Township early Saturday morning
No injuries were reported after firefighters battled a working fire in a garage in southern York County early Saturday morning. Firefighters were called to the scene of a reported garage fire in the 2600 block of Wilkens lane in Codorus Township around 12:15 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, according to York County...
Central Pa. bank is closing 19 branches
Lancaster-based Fulton Bank is closing more than a dozen branches. Fulton Bank plans to close 13 of its branches and consolidate the operations of those offices into Fulton Bank branches nearby. On average, there is another financial center within about 1.5 miles of the locations that are closing, according to a bank spokesperson.
City of Lancaster's mayor will not seek reelection
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHP) — The City of Lancaster's Mayor Danene Sorace announced Thursday she will not seek a third term. Sorace, Lancaster's 43rd mayor, made the announcement in a video posted to Facebook. "At the end of this year, the campaign season will begin to elect the next mayor,...
Gorgeous Friday unfolding throughout the Valley
High pressure is building in and that is making for a beautiful day. It's refreshing with the help of the NW breeze ushering in a drier airmass. Highs look to round out in the middle 80s under an abundance of sunshine. This trend continues into the weekend but the temps will be on the rise. Here's the latest!
Small farms shine at the York State Fair
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — As the York State Fair enters its final days, small farms have emerged as a notable highlight, alongside the traditional attractions of animals, food, and concerts. Paradise View Farm, based out of Thomasville, Pennsylvania, is one of the many farms making a significant impact on...
Long-time York County bookstore getting new owners
HANOVER, Pa. (WHTM) — A locally owned bookstore that has been in business for nearly 29 years recently announced that it has been sold, and will be under new ownership. rs Cafe, located at 125 Broadway in Hanover, is owned and operated by Derf and MaryAnn who first opened the local bookstore almost 29 years ago.
K9 tries to track down motorcyclist after Franklin County high-speed chase, crash
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A motorcyclist led State Police on a high-speed chase in Franklin County on a stolen bike, which resulted in them crashing the bike and getting away, according to the charges filed. Online court records show Allen Keesey, 43, of Chester County, faces charges that include felony counts of receiving stolen […]
Tractor-Trailer Slams Into Bank In York County: Officials
The tractor-trailer struck the First National Bank on South Queen Street, PA Route 74 by the intersection of St. Charles Way just after the ramps for Interstate 83, according to the York County Department of Emergency Services. The call to 911 came in at 1:44 p.m. on Friday. Daily Voice...
Former York County garbage company Vice President allegedly embezzled $60K on concerts, alcohol, other items
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A former Vice President for a York County garbage collection company is being accused of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from the business for years, according to police. York County Regional Police said Jeremy Knaub’s duties at Tiger Trash included keeping track of bank and credit information and he […]
Escaped Felon Returns For Sentence After 'Paperwork Mistake': Dauphin DA
A felon entered a guilty plea for his latest offense and somehow ended up going free — a warrant for his arrest was issued shortly after and three days later he was back in custody, according to a release by the Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo.Tymir Murray, 21, of Harrisburg…
York County restaurant asks community for help after taking financial hit due to ongoing power outages
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — It’s been a tough year for the Glen Rock Mill Inn. “We’re probably approaching $80,000 I would say, give or take," said Brandon Hufnagle, the owner of the Glen Rock Mill Inn. That's the amount of money the business has lost since last...
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