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See all homes sold in Mechanicsburg, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Mechanicsburg reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 15 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,937-square-foot home on East Winding Hill Road in Upper Allen Township that sold for $360,000.
Hershey Bears get it right with Ryan Strome
The Hershey Bears announced the re-signing of Matthew Strome, the younger brother of Dylan Strome exactly one month after they captured their 13th Calder Cup. It is a two year AHL contract that runs through the 2025-26 season. The announcment was made by Bryan Helmer the vice president of hockey operations.
Storms Give Away to Comfort
A cold front will be crossing the state through the day on Thursday, bringing in some drier air. This will slightly inhibit some of the shower activity we've seen over the past few days, but enough moisture will be around that some isolated thundershowers could develop in the afternoon. Otherwise, humidities will drop overnight Thursday, and with plenty of sun, Friday and Saturday are shaping up to be hot, but brilliant summer days.
Kipona Festival fireworks show canceled due to safety concerns, Harrisburg mayor says
HARRISBURG, Pa (WHP) — The City of Harrisburg's 108th annual Kipona Festival will take place this year without the fireworks and drone show. The city announced the decision Wednesday morning, citing "serious incidents" at this year's 4th of July fireworks shows and the need to make the show safer.
Locally-owned macaron bakery debuts in Adams County
LITTLESTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — A new, locally owned bakery that offers a wide variety of macarons recently opened its first brick-and-mortar storefront in Littlestown, Adams County. Something Sweet is owned and operated by self-taught baker Brianna Beverly, who first began teaching herself how to bake about 12 years ago...
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.
York's Traditions Bank to be acquired by Gettysburg-based ACNB
York-based Traditions Bank, which was founded in 2002 as a community bank, will been acquired next year by ACNB, a Gettysburg-based bank that dates to before the Civil War, according to a news release. The all-stock deal is described as a "strategic acquisition" that "will result in a premier community bank that is...
New Kids on the Block at Hersheypark Stadium: Where to buy tickets under $20
Blockheads can buy tickets to the New Kids on the Block concert in Hershey for less than $20. The boy band will perform with special guests DJ Jazzy Jeff and Paula Abdul at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, at Hersheypark Stadium. The band released its first new album,...
Amtrak track improvement project between Lancaster, Harrisburg progresses to fourth stage
An Amtrak track renewal project in the Susquehanna Valley progressed to the fourth phase on Wednesday. While work crews are moving to a new location, existing Keystone Service schedules will remain in effect. Pennsylvanian train schedules are not impacted. The $122 million project is now 50% finished. The work between...
Workers provide maintenance for Shawnee Run
Workers from LandStudies, Inc. began maintenance on a stretch of Shawnee Run today. Two areas have experienced bank erosion due to deposited sediment from upstream areas exerting pressure on the newly stabilized banks. These areas of erosion needed to be addressed to maintain the pollution reduction credits associated with the project.
Amtrak’s $122 million Harrisburg Line Project enters phase four
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Amtrak’s $122 million project to improve tracks between Lancaster and Harrisburg is advancing to the project’s fourth phase after reaching 50% completion. Crews are continuing work in a new location today for the Harrisburg Line Track Renewal Project’s latest phase, but that will...
Shapiro Administration Secures $500 Million for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received in Pennsylvania
The Governor and PennDOT Secretary Carroll have advocated for this federal funding for the last year and a half – and this investment from the Biden Administration to replace the South Bridge is the largest grant in state history for a transportation project. The South Bridge carries more than...
Gettysburg Area School District Implements Device-Free Learning Initiative
In a recent announcement, the Gettysburg Area School District declared its adoption of a new policy establishing a “device-free learning environment” aimed at enhancing student focus and well-being. This new rule took effect as of Sunday. Under this policy, elementary school students are required to store their electronic...
National Night Out to explore police-community dynamic
Some believe that trust must be earned. But trust must also be cultivated, nurtured and fostered. That's the premise upon which the Manheim Township Police Department's (MTPD) approach to National Night Out is based. It's an opportunity to revisit and reinvent connections with the community. Some 45,000 residents call Manheim...
Harrisburg cancels fireworks show at Kipona festival, officials work on safety plan
Harrisburg’s end-of-summer festival will not include its traditional fireworks show this year. Mayor Wanda Williams announced on Wednesday that the city would cancel fireworks at the Kipona festival over Labor Day weekend, in light of incidents involving guns at previous city firework displays. Earlier this month, Harrisburg’s July 4th...
Car-free commuting in Lancaster (video)
(Editor’s Note: In cooperation with the City of Lancaster, One United Lancaster is co-publishing Bloomberg Fellow Bryant Heng’s ongoing series on local transportation, “Lancaster on the Move.” Entries will be cross posted here and on the city’s Vision Zero website.) As part of the Lancaster...
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