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Obituary: On the morning of July 21
On the morning of July 21, 2024, Katrinka Sylvia Sipling, 68, of Abbottstown, PA, entered glory land while in her home surrounded by her loved ones.Katrinka lived most of her life in Hanover, PA and surrounding towns. As a young girl she enjoyed playing baseball with her brothers. Later in life she enjoyed going to carnivals, playing Bingo, lottery tickets, going on walks, and junking with her son and grandson. She also liked watching football but what she loved most, was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.She is survived by her children, Christina Sipling, Joseph Sipling and wife Geney, Brian Sipling and wife Gwen, and Melissa Sipling; grandchildren, Miah Blizzard and wife Anne, Zachary Sipling, Devin Sipling, Wyatt Sipling, Shayla Sipling, Dakota Esteep and husband Justin, Katie Sipling, Alexis Sipling, and Maddie Sipling; great-grandchildren, Austin and Ashton Blizzard, Jaxson and Adelyn Wenger, and Nollin Esteep; siblings, Jan Lehigh and wife Lisa, Timmy Lehigh, Terry Lehigh, Bev Lehigh, Sandy Lehigh, and Connie Montanari; along with many nieces and nephews of the Lehigh family whom she deeply loved.She was preceded in death by her mom, Irene Sylvia Lehigh and siblings, Earl, Jeff, Barry, Gordon, Brenda, and Ann Lehigh.Katrinka had a true love not only for people but animals as well. She leaves behind her pets Coco, Trixie, Daisey, Scooby, Tigger, Angel, and Patches.Funeral services are private. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are with Brandenburg & Stein Funeral Parlor, 3045 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA. To leave online condolences and sign the guestbook go to www.gettysburgfunerals.co.
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: WC Rustin 2025 FO Gaffney commits to Elizabethtown
West Chester Rustin 2025 faceoff midfielder Drew Gaffney has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Elizabethtown College. High school: West Chester Rustin, West Chester, PA. Position: Faceoff. Grad year: 2025. College committed to: Elizabethtown College. Club team: Brotherly Love Phoenix. Academic honors: National Honors Society, Honor Roll. Expected major:...
Police deploy new mobile surveillance towers across York
YORK, Pa. — A new security system will be keeping watch at night across York. On Thursday, the York City Police Department deployed three new mobile surveillance towers at locations across the city. The towers are located at Ridge Avenue and E. Market Street; West Street and W. Market Street; and Foundry Park.
Crash with injuries reported in York City
YORK, Pa. — Crews respond to reports of a crash with injuries in York County around 8:45 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. The report was made for between the intersection of North Queen and East Philadelphia Streets in York City. It is unclear what the...
Pennsylvania State Police SERT member shot in Lancaster County
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) – A Pennsylvania State Police Corporal was shot in Lancaster while assisting with a search warrant on Wednesday morning. Pennsylvania State Police say members of the Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) were conducting a search warrant on the 600 block of East Fulton Street in Lancaster City at 6:19 a.m. in relation to an armed robbery investigation.
Top 25 Countdown Presented by Pizza Hut: No. 4 Cathedral Prep Rallies in Closing Minutes, Wins PIAA Boys Soccer Crown on Golden Goal
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. – When Springfield Township scored a goal with 5:52 to play to take a 2-1 lead over Cathedral Prep in the PIAA Class 3A boys’ soccer title game, no one would have blamed Rambler fans for thinking their hopes for a title were dashed. After all,...
The York Merchant on Market reopening this weekend following expansion
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — The York Merchant on Market is holding a grand reopening celebration this weekend. The York Merchant on Market, located at 441 East Market Street in York, made its official debut back in 2020. The market is best known for offering a vast variety of handmade items, artwork, and one-of-a-kind products across 10,000 square feet of space.
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.
Hershey Farm Restaurant and Inn reopening with new name after massive 2023 fire
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The Hershey Farm Restaurant and Inn is reopening on Friday and will have a new name, the "Hershey Farm Resort." The restaurant and inn were destroyed by a massive fire in January 2023. Officials at the time said the fire started in the roof...
York has new memorial police officers who died in the line of duty
YORK, Pa. — A new memorial has been placed outside York police headquarters to honor officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. It was installed on Friday. The Fraternal Order of Police spearheaded the effort. The stone lists the name of Officer Henry Schaad, who was...
See all homes sold in Dauphin County, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Dauphin County reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 45 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,848-square-foot home on Penn Street in Harrisburg that sold for $240,000. Berrysburg.
Kipona Fireworks, Drone Show Canceled In Harrisburg: Officials
The cancelation is due to "serious incidents during the fireworks displays at two of the last three July 4th shows," Mayor Williams said. Three people were arrested following gunfire at the 2024 show, as Daily Voice reported at the time. The Mayor said the following about the cancelation:. "We hope...
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.
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,...
Truck rollover closes Route 117 Wednesday morning in South Londonderry Township
First responders were called out to the to the area of 1849 S. Forge Road, at the roundabout between Hinkle and Airport Roads, in South Londonderry Township at approximately 2:58 a.m. on Wednesday for a tractor-trailer rollover. Campbelltown Volunteer Fire Company Lt. Jason Valentin said the truck was carrying a soy-based product...
One person hospitalized after two-vehicle crash in Camp Hill, dispatchers say
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — One person was hospitalized following a two-vehicle crash on the Camp Hill Bypass Tuesday evening, dispatchers confirmed. The crash occurred around 7:16 p.m. at the intersection of the Camp Hill Bypass and 32nd Street.. Dispatchers said at least one person was injured and hospitalized...
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.
DCNR unveiling final plans for Susquehanna Riverlands State Park
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced that a public meeting will be held to unveil the final conceptual plans for the Susquehanna Riverlands State Park. According to the DNCR, an upcoming public informational meeting will be held to showcase the final conceptual ecological restoration and site improvement considerations for […]
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