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LVEP Golf Tournament Raises Money for College Scholarships
The Lebanon Valley Education Partnership (LVEP), a collaboration between Lebanon Valley College and the Lebanon Student District, celebrated its 35th annual golf tournament at Fairview Golf Course on June 28, netting nearly $40,000 after expenses. Every dollar raised goes directly to funding scholarships that create access to a Lebanon Valley College education for talented students from the Lebanon School District who are part of this unique, community-led mentoring program.
Harrisburg-area Verizon Wireless stores giving away free backpacks
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Verizon Wireless stores nationwide are giving away $3 million worth of backpacks for free at its 12th annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” on Sunday, July 28. According to Round Room, an authorized Verizon retailer hosting the event, school supplies cost families an average of...
Pride parade returns to Harrisburg LGBT festival after 12-year absence
After over a decade of absence, the Pride Festival of Central Pa. is bringing back the Pride parade as a part of its annual celebration. The parade debuted in 2006 and quickly became an important staple in the festival’s lineup. In 2011, however, it was canceled due to permit issues with the city of Harrisburg, according to the festival’s website.
Newtown Artesian asking for rate increase in Middletown, Newtown. How much could it cost?
Water rates in Middletown, Newtown Borough and Newtown Township could increase by almost 14% in September if a request is approved by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. The potential rate increase requested by the Newtown Artesian Water Company could take effect on Sept. 18, increasing the typical residential ratepayer’s quarterly bill from about...
Mount Gretna to host benefit run and car show on Sept. 14
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Issues still plague victim 10 years after rock-throwing incident on I-80 in Pa.
The lives of an Ohio family were changed forever on a late July evening 10 years ago. Randy Budd, his wife Sharon and daughter Kaylee were traveling east on Interstate 80 in Union County headed to Somerset, New Jersey, and looking forward to seeing “Mama Mia” on Broadway.
Over $26 million coming to Central PA for water infrastructure improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced Thursday $207.6 million to improve water infrastructure across the state. The funds, approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), will help communities access clean, safe drinking water, remove or replace hazardous contained pipes and collect and treat wastewater. Of that $207.6 million, $26,013,070 is being […]
State Rep. Burns offers free lunches to veterans
EBENSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State representative Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is hosting a free spaghetti lunch for veterans. The Veterans Appreciation Lunch is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jackson Twp. Fire Hall. “Honoring our veterans in this way is a long standing tradition for me that I […]
New Store Coming to Dauphin County Puts Wawa in Sheetz Territory
Wawa is opening a store in Central Pennsylvania and the heart of Sheetz territory. Wawa is working on opening its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030. Harrisburg up to State College, and I’ll say...
Harrisburg Fringe Festival welcomes artists for the second year
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg's Fringe Festival returns Thursday night for its second year. The event gives artists from all different mediums and backgrounds the space to share their work. The shows include live entertainment, unique theatre experiences, kid-friendly shows and activities, visual art displays and more. All the shows...
Here’s how District 3 football alums rate in EA College Football 25
With the return of the beloved video game series, EA College Football 25 is the first game in the franchise to actually have players’ names included, thanks to the new NIL rules in collegiate sports. That means that we can now take a look at former high school stars...
Top 25 Countdown Presented by Pizza Hut: No. 9 McDowell Claims Fifth PIAA Competitive Spirit Title since 2017
HERSHEY, Pa. – Webster Dictionary defines a dynasty as “a powerful group or family that maintains its position for a considerable time” while Wikipedia defines a sports dynasty as “a team or individual that dominates their sport or league for an extended length of time.”. In...
Pleasant start to weekend, rain chances return next week
EVENING: Scattered clouds and comfortable. Temperatures in the 80s. TONIGHT: Clearing skies, comfortable. Low 66. FRIDAY: Mostly sunny, low humidity. High 85. Dry air is beginning to filter into the Midstate this evening, allowing comfortable conditions for an evening and overnight plans. Friday will be one of our nicest days...
Estate settles with Pa. borough for $32.5K over woman’s suicide in prison
WILLIAMSPORT — The estate of a woman who committed suicide in Schuylkill County Prison in 2020 has reached a $32,500 settlement of its claims against the Coaldale Borough and three police officers. The settlement, which needs the approval of U.S. Middle District Magistrate Judge William I. Arbuckle, resolves only...
Penn State Board of Trustees sued by one of its members
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State’s Board of Trustees is facing a lawsuit from one of its own members after allegedly refusing to give access to important information. Trustee Barry Fenchak filed the suit Tuesday, June 16, after repeatedly asking about Penn State’s use of the endowment money since “June of 2022.” In the […]
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