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Sisters among Team USA Olympic women's field hockey team packed with Pa. talent
Philadelphia has a new super team, the Team USA women's field hockey team competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They're the team to watch in Paris, packed with East Coast pride as the team features 12 women with ties to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, alone. This team's genuine area pride...
West Perry boys’ basketball dominates summer league
Everyone knows the saying, “practice makes perfect.”. For the Mustangs, this proved to be true at the conclusion of the Summer league they partake in. West Perry played in the Tri-Valley summer league and played local teams such as Greenwood, Halifax, Millersburg, Newport, East Juniata, Susquenita and Juniata. Last...
Taking it outside: Newport council debates sidewalk seating
Newport Borough Council continued to debate several proposed ordinance changes during its July 2 meeting. Councilman Christian Fickes presented a new proposal pertaining to sidewalk cafes. The need for the ordinance’s drafting followed a request from Juniata Valley Winery in the square to have outdoor seating. Fickes explained annual...
Perry County stranded on bases in 5-3 loss to Enola
Those of you of a certain age may remember the TV show where Gilligan and his mates were left stranded on an island. Well, no fewer than 11 Perry County sandlot players may have felt just like Gilligan as they were left stranded on the bases in a close 5-3 loss to Enola in New Bloomfield July 11 in East Shore Twilight League play.
Greenwood’s Maya Gantt to run at Lees-McRae College
Maya Gantt of Greenwood High School will be moving to Banner Elk, North Carolina to pursue running cross country and indoor and outdoor track and field at Lees-McRae College. During high school, Gantt participated in the standard 5000m (3.1 miles) cross country run in the fall and in spring track events such as the 800m run, 1600m run, 3200m run, and the 4x800m relay.
CVIM Introduces Campaign to Support Behavioral Health Program
Centre Volunteers in Medicine has launched a fundraising campaign to support and expand its Behavioral Health Program at a time when the need for mental health services is more pronounced than ever. CVIM is Centre County's only permanent free clinic providing medical care, dental care, case management and medication assistance to those in need. Recognizing the growing demand for mental health services, the organization has developed a comprehensive Behavioral Health Program incorporated into primary care that offers counseling, psychiatric services and support groups for individuals facing mental health challenges. “Our community’s mental health needs are significant and continue to grow. With this...
A true fish story: Marysville angler wins national title
Joshua Kauffman, a recent graduate of Susquenita High School, has brought national recognition to Perry County by winning the prestigious 2024 Abu Garcia High School Fishing National Championship, which was held June 19-21 at Lake Hartwell in Anderson, S.C. The Marysville native, along with his fishing partner Trent Carey of York Springs, emerged victorious in a fiercely competitive tournament, besting 249 other teams to secure the significant victory.
Central Dauphin LHP Nate Payne inks deal with Miami Marlins
In the span of five weeks, Central Dauphin’s Nate Payne went from Mid-Penn Commonwealth Division MVP to All-State to professional baseball player. Payne, drafted in the 18th round by the Miami Marlins Tuesday, signed his pro contract with the big league club on Saturday. If you purchase a product...
Mural dedicated during festival at Dauphin County library
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — There was hardly any quiet at a Dauphin County library Saturday and for good reason. “Today is the third annual Children’s Lit Festival here at formerly Kline library, now, the George and Hettie Love Memorial library,” said Ryan McCrory, the Executive Director of the Dauphin County Library System.
Carlisle Police arrest man in weekend stabbing
A 62-year-old man was arrested and charged with attempted homicide and aggravated assault after police in Carlisle said he stabbed a person on Saturday morning, according to a police report. Officers were sent to the 400 block of North Hanover Street around 9:16 a.m. where they found a stabbing victim...
Ratha Yatra Festival brings out hundreds to City Island
As a part of the weekend long Hare Krishna Festival of India, the 14th annual Ratha Yatra event took place on Saturday inviting several people into the city of Harrisburg to celebrate and participate in activities. The first day of the event began Friday evening which is known as Adhivas...
Teen from PSP most wanted list arrested in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — A 19-year-old from PSP's most wanted list was arrested in Harrisburg Friday. Chrishawn Quailes-Baskerville, 19 has been charged for carrying a firearm without a license, fleeing to avoid apprehension, and a bench warrant, United States Marshal William Pugh announced Friday. He was wanted for firearms...
Community fundraises for Wiconisco man who lost medical equipment, home in fire
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — The Upper Dauphin area community came together for a fundraiser on Saturday, benefitting a paraplegic father who lost everything in a house fire, including his dog and thousands of dollars worth of medical equipment. Residents in the nearby town of Tower City held a pig...
13 Year Career of Livestock Showing Comes to an End at the 2024 York State Fair
Dwarfed by the animal towering over her as she clutched a halter in her small hand, 5-year-old Jenna Myers fearlessly set foot in the show ring at the York State Fair. Even though that was more than a dozen years ago, she still remembers that beginning. It was the cattle...
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