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Motorcyclist dead after crashing into pickup truck in Cumberland County
A 67-year-old man died Friday after his motorcycle crashed into a pickup truck at a Cumberland County intersection, police said. William E. Mack, of Carlisle, was trying to make a left turn from York Road onto Boiling Springs Road in Monroe Township when the crash happened around 1:24 p.m., according to Pennsylvania State Police.
Small businesses serve as vendors at York State Fair
YORK, Pa. — The York State Fair is currently in full swing and with all the excitement of rides and contests, fairgoers can take a moment to visit the numerous small businesses that are showcasing their products at the event. With over 100 vendors occupying every nook and cranny...
'Cut green beans, not benefits': Union workers at Hanover Foods authorize strike
Union workers at Hanover Foods authorized a strike if the company cannot agree on a new contract by the end of the month, according to a release by the union. United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1776, the union that represents nearly 300 workers at the Hanover Foods plants, issued a release Monday...
Cumberland County boyfriend stabs man he found in bed with his girlfriend: police
A Carlisle man tried to stab another man to death after finding him in bed with his girlfriend over the weekend, police said in court documents. Henry A. Gumby admitted to stabbing the man multiple times in the neck and face before officers arrived around 9:16 a.m. Saturday at Gumby’s apartment on the 400 block of North Hanover Street, according to an affidavit of probable cause.
York State Fair holds Senior Citizen Appreciation Day
YORK, Pa. (WHTM)– The York State Fair continues to draw attendees from around the commonwealth with its daily celebrations and shows, and today, Monday, senior citizens get in for free. According to the York State Fair, today is Senior Citizen Appreciation Day, which means all seniors who bring a...
College Announces Death of Professor Peter Carmichael
Civil War Institute director and history professor Peter Carmichael, 58, has died due to complications from a respiratory illness. President Bob Iuliano announced his death in an email to the campus community Sunday afternoon. Carmichael was a published author, renowned Civil War scholar and Robert C. Fluhrer Professor of Civil...
Ex-Philadelphia police officer sentenced to 8 to 20 years for shooting 12-year-old in the back
A former Philadelphia police officer who shot and killed a 12-year-old boy two years ago was sentenced Monday to eight to 20 years in prison for third-degree murder, authorities and court documents said. Prosecutors had asked a judge to sentence Edsaul Mendoza, who shot Thomas “TJ” Siderio in the back...
New UPMC Altoona, Bedford president named days after trauma center downgrade announcement
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — UPMC Altoona and UPMC Bedford are officially under new leadership. The healthcare system announced Friday that Michael Corso, who has been serving as interim president of the hospital since March was officially appointed president and CEO. This transition is occurring during a time of flux for the hospital, coming on the […]
Phillies reportedly eyeing trade for one rival All-Star
The Philadelphia Phillies may be looking to the other end of the division for reinforcements. Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports reported Monday that the Phillies are keeping a “close eye” on All-Star closer Tanner Scott of the Miami Marlins. Nightengale adds that the Phillies “badly” want another late-inning reliever. Pitching for the NL East... The post Phillies reportedly eyeing trade for one rival All-Star appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Montgomery County plans to launch 24/7 emergency behavioral crisis center in 2025
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Montgomery County officials intend to debut a 24/7 emergency behavioral crisis center by the end of 2025. “The launch of this crisis center marks a...
Ex-bookkeeper at Bridgeport business admits to embezzling more than $100,000, will face accusations of more
NORRISTOWN — The former bookkeeper and vice president of finance and human resources for a Bridgeport office furniture supply business admitted to stealing more than $102,000 from her employer to support what prosecutors alleged was a “lavish lifestyle” including trips and attending concerts and sporting events. Linda...
Altoona Sheetz to host hiring event
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Calling all Sheetz Freakz! The Altoona Sheetz is hosting a hiring event where they will be looking for their next best workers. The event will be held on July 24 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., with all on-the-spot interviews being held at the Sheetz located at 1915 Pleasant Valley Blvd. […]
Nation’s first Black-owned swim club, based in Delco, continues to help young swimmers get their feet wet
Nile Swim Club in Delaware County, the country’s first Black-owned swim club, is continuing to help the next generation of swimmers make waves thanks to a donation from water utility company Aqua.
76ers quietly make big move to fill crucial role for next season
Following their early free agency bonanza, the Philadelphia 76ers are still left with a handful of roster spots they are eyeing to fill out ahead of the 2024-25 season. While they are definitely already penciled in as winners no matter how they go about things to finish the offseason off, it never hurts to double down on depth and bring in reinforcements at every position.
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