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MC 14s fall in Mid-Atlantic Opener
ALTOONA – The MIfflin County 14Us opened their Mid-Atlantic Sectional play Friday for the chance to pinch their ticket to a National Championship appearance. Their first day of play is a busy one, playing a double dip to start the tournament play in Altoona. Mifflin County’s first opponent Broomall...
Global outage hits Mount Nittany Health, appointments, surgeries canceled
UPDATE: Mount Nittany announced around 4:30 p.m. on Friday that their systems are back online. Additionally, they will be fully functional on Monday and are reaching out to patients to reschedule any canceled appointments. CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A global outage is causing issues for millions and Mount Nittany Health is one of the […]
Motorcyclist killed in Cumberland County crash
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — One man is dead after a crash in Cumberland County Friday afternoon. The Cumberland County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as William Mack, 67, of Carlisle. They said he was headed northbound on a motorcycle on Route 74 in Monroe Township and turned left onto Route 174, crossing paths with […]
Fireworks Explosion In Face Severely Injures Mechanicsburg Dad Of 4: GoFundMe
A dad of four young children, who is also a local business owner, needs a new hand — possibly two — following a fireworks accident on Independence Day, according to a GoFundMe campaign page launched to help his family on July 17. Brian Ginter, the owner of Ginter’s Full Service Auto,…
Hoagie Wars Season 1: A winner is declared (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
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Harrisburg searches for architect, engineer to head Broad Street Market rebuild
Harrisburg is on the hunt for contractors to lead the design of the Broad Street Market rebuild. The city announced on Friday that it is seeking expressions of interest for architectural and engineering services for the market’s brick building, which was devastated by fire a year ago. According to...
The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg
Friday night brings a special 3rd in the Burg event at the Broad Street Market, with kids activities, music and food. Some of TheBurg staff will be there to say “hello” and hand you a copy of our July magazine, if you haven’t gotten one yet. Before you head out, catch up on our news reporting from this week, below.
Small plane crashes into Lebanon County cornfield, one transported to hospital
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. — One person has been hospitalized after a plane crashed into a cornfield in Lebanon County. The small plane crashed just before 3:30 p.m. on the 1800 block of South Forge Road in South Londonderry Township. According to the South Londonderry Township Police Department, the experimental...
Cybersecurity expert answers questions about global tech outage
The global tech outage on Friday shows us just how fragile the digital world can be. Dr. Bruce Young, the director of the cybersecurity graduate program at Harrisburg University, answers questions about what happened and its impact. Watch the interview in the video player above.
PennDOT holding public hiring event for mechanics and CDL operators
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that it will host a hiring event for CDL operators and diesel mechanics. According to PennDOT, the hiring event for job seekers will held at the offices of PennDOT Engineering District 8, at 2140 Herr Street, Harrisburg from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on […]
Pa. school board leader apologizes for Trump shooting Facebook remark
Carlisle Area School Board president Paula Bussard publicly apologized Thursday night for a social media comment that offended several community members still reeling from the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump. Bussard had responded Sunday to a friend’s attempt to make a joke about Trump rallies...
Masked intruder breaks into Franklin County gymnastics, dance center
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A gymnastics and dance center in Chambersburg was broken into early Thursday morning. According to a Facebook post, an intruder wearing all white and what appears to be a gas mask covering their face, broke into the gym at Wilson School of Gymnastics and Dance, located at 91 Brim Boulevard. The […]
Central PA students can get a free backpack at these locations for one day only
(WTAJ) — It’s hard to believe it’s already back to school time, but the new year is quickly approaching and a chance to grab a free backpack is coming up at multiple locations in the area. Verizon-authorized retailer Round Room, LLC, is giving away $3 million worth of free backpacks this year at its 12th […]
Man gets seven life sentences for Franklin County triple murder-for-hire plot
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Baltimore man was sentenced Wednesday to spend multiple consecutive life sentences for his role in a 2016 triple murder in Franklin County. Christopher Van Johnson, 36, will serve seven consecutive life sentences along with 10, 20 and 30-year terms on charges of companion robbery, firearms and conspiracy by United […]
ABC 27 sports anchor announces departure: ‘I truly feel proud of the work I’ve done here’
One of the familiar faces on abc27 News has announced he will be leaving the station. Jared Phillips, a sports anchor and reporter with the Harrisburg-based ABC affiliate, announced this week on social media that he would be moving on. “My time at abc27 News is wrapping up, and I...
Aliquippa remains in 4A after Pennsylvania appellate court denies PIAA's emergency application
ALIQUIPPA — Pennsylvania appellate court Judge Patricia McCullough handed down her ruling Thursday in the case between the Aliquippa School District and the PIAA and denied the PIAA’s request for the Quips football program to be moved up to Class 5A. Interim head coach Vashawn Patrick is relieved...
Secret Service’s Lack Of Red Dot Pistol Optics Puzzles SWAT Officers
In the moments after a bullet nearly killed former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, he was surrounded by U.S. Secret Service (USSS) agents who then whisked him away to a nearby armored suburban. In the chaotic aftermath of the assassination attempt, images of the agents wielding Glock 19 GEN 5 MOS (Modular Optic System) 9mm pistols began to emerge. On closer inspection, these Glocks did not feature red dot-type optical ‘reflex’ sights, an upgrade that is now common even among small local police departments and across the civilian firearms marketplace.
The Worst City To Live In Pennsylvania Has Been Revealed
Recent reports have identified McKees Rocks as the worst city to live in Pennsylvania, primarily due to its alarming crime rates and socioeconomic challenges. This article explores the factors contributing to this designation and the implications for residents and potential newcomers. Overview of McKees Rocks. McKees Rocks, a borough in...
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