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Is this the year Pa. puts an end to Sunday hunting restrictions?
After five years of limited opportunities to hunt on a Sunday, this year may be the one Pennsylvania joins the vast majority of states in the country that do not have any major restrictions on hunting on that day. Since 2020, the Pennsylvania Game Commission has given hunters the opportunity...
Push to deregulate hair braiding in Pennsylvania
Hair braiders in Pennsylvania are hoping to be exempt from regulatory oversight. “The Philadelphia Inquirer” reports that the PA state senate passed a bill last month that would free braiders from formal instruction. Democratic Senator Anthony Williams said the legislation would remove excessive and unnecessary barriers and would encourage entrepreneurism. However, the bill never became […]
Pennsylvania man loses $90,000 over one year in gift card scam
LONGSWAMP TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM)– Pennsylvania State Police say a man fell victim to a gift card scam for a year, losing thousands of dollars. State Police in Reading say they were investigating a theft by deception when an Alburtis man in his 70s reported a possible scam on July 1. Troopers say the man reported losing approximately $90,000 in Apple gift cards over the course of a year.
What’s new to come at Pennsylvania State Parks
The Pennsylvania Department of Conversation and Natural Resources oversees 124 parks and 2.2 million acres of forest land. PA DCNR Secretary Cindy Dunn, and Planning Chief in the Resource Management and Planning Division of DCNR’s Bureau of State Parks Rachel Eckman made an appearance on the Spark with host Asia Tabb to chat about what new parks are in the works, and what’s new to come to the PA DCNR. Listen to the podcast above to hear more about plans for the rest of the season.
DNC steers $15M to battleground states, including Pa.
The Democratic National Committee is directing nearly $2 million to the Pennsylvania Democratic Party as part of a $15 million investment into battleground state parties. “As MAGA Republicans descend on Milwaukee to nominate a serial liar, cheater and convicted felon in Donald Trump, Democrats are leaving nothing to chance and investing heavily in Pennsylvania to ensure Joe Biden and Kamala Harris win this election,” said Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair Jaime Harrison in a statement.
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Praises 2024 Bi-Partisan State Budget
PA Gov. Josh Shapiro signs into law a bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2024-25. The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, a voice for the community advocating for a thriving business climate, praised the recent signing of the $47.6 billion state budget package containing key items highly supportive to Delaware County.
Damaging Winds, Hail Forecasted for Pennsylvania and Ohio Today
Pittsburgh, PA – Hot and humid weather will continue today in western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio, bringing with it the potential for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes are possible from 1 PM to...
WellSpan York Hospital hosted EMS Skills Day
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — York County Fire Training School hosted its annual EMS Skills Day last Wednesday. In this event, medical students and new doctors at WellSpan York Hospital participate in training exercises to be prepared to help patients get to the ER in the best shape possible. The purpose is to have useful conversations with emergency workers treating patients on their way to the hospital to learn what is and isn’t possible in the field.
York State Fair 2024: Hours, admission, promo days, schedule, concert lineup
The York State Fair returns from July 19-28. From food and rides to concerts and free attractions, we have everything you need to know on this page. Video above: Drone video from last year's fair. Admission hours. Monday-Thursday: Open at 1 p.m.; gates close at 10 p.m. Friday-Sunday: Open at...
Bob’s Art Blog: The Birds of Summer @ Hive Art Space
The current exhibit, “Aviary III,” at HIVE artspace in York is not a sequel to the 1963 Alfred Hitchcock classic film, “The Birds,” but an all-encompassing art compendium of creatures that rule the skies. Fly South to York to 126 E. King St. to Hive as there are 12 days left to view this treat, which closes on July 27.
How did 2 fire trucks collide fighting blaze? Visibility, sirens among suspected causes
The tanker truck from Windsor's Laurel Fire Company was heading west on Mount Rose Avenue Friday night, returning to the massive warehouse fire in York City after refilling at the York Water Co. facility off the avenue near Interstate 83, just as another tanker from the York New Salem's Community Fire Company was racing south on Hill Street toward the water company.
10 most expensive homes sold in York, July 8-14
A house that sold for $715,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in York in the past week. In total, 40 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $234,260, or $133 per square foot.
Dover Township man charged with beating family dog to death with a bat: police
Northern York County Regional Police allege a Dover Township man beat the family dog, Bali, to death with a baseball bat, according to court records and a news release. Aston Aguilera, 38, of the 2600 block of Oakland Road, has been charged with aggravated cruelty to animals — causing serious bodily injury or...
My car was towed over $1,260 in parking tickets but I did nothing wrong – my ‘dead plates’ were the real culprit
A WOMAN was left confused after being told she was responsible for several speeding tickets associated with her old license plates. She only learned of the extra tickets when she called the parking authorities. Brittany Walker, a Pennsylvania resident, bought a 1995 Mercedes-Benz sedan when someone she knew posted an ad online that they were […]
Middletown Area School District breaking ground on new primary school
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– The Middletown Area School District is breaking ground on a new primary school today. The ceremony is set to take place on July 16 at 1 p.m. behind Middletown Area Middle School on Oberlin Road, Middletown. According to the Middletown Area School District, the primary...
Spring Grove supt. at board: 'I apologize to the district for failing you' with DUI charge
Joseph A. Bradley, the new superintendent for the Spring Grove Area School District, provided a second statement on his DUI charges to the community during the district's July school board meeting. During the meeting in the middle school's auditorium on July 15, 2024, Bradley provided the statement to an in-person...
Officer Hajdarevic and ship alum Officer Brady save a man’s life on Christmas Day
In honor of Christmas in July Shippensburg University proudly commemorates Officers Amel Hajdarevic and Jason Brady for their heroic action on December 25, 2023. What started as a routine patrol for Silver Spring Township officers quickly became a life-saving mission. Officers Hajdarevic and Brady responded to an urgent call regarding a man in cardiac arrest. They quickly arrived on the scene, and thanks to their prompt response and intensive training, they saved a life. Officer Jason Brady, married to Brandy Brady, the assistant director of admission at Ship, met his wife while they were both at the university. This act of bravery shows the dedication and expertise of Officers Hajdarevic and Brady, who exemplify the importance of rigorous training and preparedness within the police force.
Pre-shooting poll shows Trump leads Biden in Pennsylvania, trails in Virginia
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican Donald Trump leads Democratic U.S. President Joe Biden in Pennsylvania, but trails in Virginia, according to a New York Times/Sienna College poll of registered voters conducted in those states on July 9 to 11 and published on Monday.
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