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CBS 21 Day of Caring | Back to School Drive with All You Can Inc.
CUMBERLAND CO, Pa. (WHP) — CBS 21's Elise Person joined All You Can Inc. and our sponsor, Renewal by Andersen, for our Day of Caring at a back to school drive. The Back 2 School Drive 4 Success started Wednesday and will go through August 9th. The supplies collected and donated will go to kids in need through All You Can Inc.
Betty L. Blauch (1935-2024)
Betty L. Blauch, 89, of Lebanon, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Spang Crest. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Kenneth E. Blauch, in 2019. Born in Lebanon, PA, on Feb. 6, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Warren and Myrtle (Shearer) Hartman.
Crews respond to house fire with injuries in Lancaster County
RAPHO TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Firefighters responded to a house fire in Lancaster County. Video above: WGAL News 8 Reporter & Anchor Michael Fuller coverage at the scene. The fire started around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 2600 block of Lebanon Road in Rapho Township. According to officials, one person...
Planning to go to the fair today, July 25? here's what you might see
The Lebanon Area Fair is being held from now until July 27, and throughout the week thousands of visitors will come to the fair for good food, fun games and live entertainment. From 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., admission to the fair is free. Children under 10 years old get in for free all day, every day. After 3 p.m., admission is $5 per person 10 and older. ...
August H. “Gus” Bomgardner (2018-2024)
August H. “Gus” Bomgardner, 5, of Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the M.S. Hershey Medical Center. Born in Lebanon, he was a son of Joel and Greta (Heagy) Bomgardner and a loving brother to siblings, Juliet, Georgia, and Cyrus. Gus loved people, hugs, and...
The Medical Minute: Why experts are watching the H5N1 bird flu so closely
HERSHEY, Pa. — Several people started to develop concerning symptoms after working with dairy cows, adding to headlines that had already become worrisome. For decades, medical scientists have warned of the potentially cataclysmic dangers of variants of so-called avian flu. From antiquity to as recently as 15 years ago, outbreaks of bird flu have wreaked havoc on a global scale. The pandemic of 1918, which killed more than 50 million people and sickened 500 million others worldwide, was caused by a virus that began with infected birds directly sickening humans.
Former Harrisburg concertmaster sexually abused girl over 11 years: police
UPDATE: This post was updated with some additional information at 5:49 p.m., and again at 6:03 p.m. with a statement from the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra executive director. It started when she was six. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
James D. Lasch (1946-2024)
James D. “Jim” Lasch, a devoted father, grandfather, and respected member of the Lebanon community, passed away on July 22, 2024. Born in Lebanon, PA, on Oct. 24, 1946, to the late James R. Lasch and Arlene A. Lasch nee Washburn, Mr. Lasch led a fulfilling life before his passing at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon at the age of 77. A dedicated mail carrier by profession and a proud Air Force veteran, Mr. Lasch’s unwavering commitment to his duties and love for his country were commendable traits that defined his character. Throughout his life, Jim took great joy in simple pleasures, such as supporting his beloved Philadelphia Phillies, spending time fishing, and indulging in scratch-off tickets. His love for animals and penchant for outdoor activities reflected his kind-hearted nature and love for the world around him.
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 71: Zack Coleman, Central Dauphin HS
Starting Experience: 2 years (counting 2024) A key part of an OL that paved the way for 238 rushing yards per game and 32 points per game. Coaches Comments: Zack is an extremely physical player who also moves well. Follow EasternPAFootball.com on Twitter @EPAFootball.
Beverly Ione French, Sandy Lake, PA
SANDY LAKE, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – Beverly Ione French, 78, of York, Pennsylvania, formerly a longtime resident of Sandy Lake, passed away the evening of Saturday, June 29, 2024, in Sharon Regional Medical Center. Mrs. French was born August 16, 1945, a daughter of the late Elmer Ludwig and Helen...
Webb Now Offers GE HVAC Products Across Northeast
BEDFORD, Mass. — After launching its partnership with GE Appliances in New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, F.W. Webb Co. is now the exclusive distributor of GE’s full line of residential HVAC products throughout the Northeast. GE’s residential HVAC equipment, including gas furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, packaged units, and air handlers, are now available across the Northeast exclusively from F.W. Webb.
Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins are Summerween and Halloween ready
If there's one complaint about the summer months, it's the lack of Reese's shapes and that's a valid complaint. Thankfully, the brand hears our cries and is remedying that with the Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins coming sooner than you think. For the first time ever, Hershey's is allowing us the...
Former Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra concertmaster charged with rape of a child
DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA. (WHP) — A former Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra concertmaster has been arrested on sex crime charges after a police investigation found that he allegedly raped a child for over a decade. Odin Rathnam, 61, was arrested at his residence on July 11 by Ohio Police on a...
Donegal: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
MARIETTA, Pa. — MARIETTA, Pa. — Donegal Group Inc. (DGICB) on Thursday reported profit of $4.2 million in its second quarter. The Marietta, Pennsylvania-based company said it had net income of 11 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for investment gains, came to 10 cents per share. The insurance...
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!. For something new: Check out jazz harpist (!) at Mt. Gretna Playhouse on Saturday. Details + tix here. Worth noting: HU Presents 2024 Summer Concert Series continues with Black Pumas (Thurs) and Orville Peck (Sun); SoMa Block party tonight! Pride events! Things on my agenda this weekend: see above.
Olivia's Peachy Mussel Ceviche is summer in a bowl
YORK, Pa. — Both seafood and peaches are in season, and Olivia's combines them together for a taste of summer in a bowl. Peachy Mussel Ceviche is spread over a Blackened Tuna steak and then served with Sweet Potato Rice. A Buzz Slide cocktail uses cold brew and chocolate...
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