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For 4-H kids, Saturday’s livestock auction at Harford fair provides lesson in profits and responsibility
For the last six years Emily Troyer, 15, has been raising animals to sell at the 4-H auction at the Harford County Farm Fair. The annual auction has provided her the opportunity to grow her knowledge of agriculture, pay for livestock equipment and expenses, and save for college, she said. Troyer is a rising sophomore at North Harford High School and a member of the student agriculture and ...
Central Pa. guitar shop relocates
A guitar shop in York has relocated. Noel’s Rock Shop relocated to 23 E. King St. from 27 E. King St. at the end of May. It sells records, guitars, and guitar gear, and is an authorized D’Addario dealer. The owners of the shop are Scott Youcheff and...
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.
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...
Movies and TV shows casting in Lancaster
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Lancaster, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill. Grusho Anna // Shutterstock.
Pennsylvania State Police corporal shot in Lancaster County
LANCASTER, Pa. (CBS) -- A Pennsylvania State Police corporal was shot while serving a warrant in the city of Lancaster early Wednesday morning.According to PSP, officers with the department's Lancaster Criminal Investigation Unit were delivering the warrant on the 600 block of East Fulton Street in connection with an "ongoing investigation" shortly after 6:15 a.m. when a person fired at the officers.A corporal assisting with the case through PSP's Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) was shot in the arm.The department said the injury was "non-life-threatening," and the corporal was taken to nearby Lancaster General Hospital where he's in stable condition and expected to recover.State police did not provide any additional details about the case or the suspected shooter, but said they were taken into custody "without injury."According to PSP, no officers involved at the scene fired their weapons during the incident.
Central Pa. councilman apologizes for remarks about Black people
An Elizabethtown Borough Council member on Tuesday apologized for remarks he made about Black residents at a public meeting last week, as local Democrats organized residents to call for his resignation. At a meeting Thursday, during which the council passed a symbolic “nonsanctuary” resolution reaffirming its support for federal immigration...
Hershey Farm Resort reopens Friday | Here's a sneak peek
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — It's been a year-and-a-half since a fire ripped through a popular Lancaster County restaurant. Hershey Farm Resort in Strasburg Township is just days away from reopening its doors to the public. “When do you have a chance, with all the years of experience that we...
1 injured in shooting outside York nightclub
YORK, Pa. — One woman was injured in a shooting in front of a York nightclub, according to the York City Police Department. The shooting occurred around 1:15 a.m. on July 23 in the 600 block of East Market Street, officials said. It is unclear if a suspect has been arrested yet.
With high school football a month away, the Mid-Penn Conference holds Media Day
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. — Players, coaches, and fans are ready. The high school football season begins just one month from Wednesday. Teams flocked to Cumberland Valley High School as the Mid-Penn Conference hosted Media Day for players and coaches. Teams from around Pennsylvania have been hard at work this offseason...
York County businesses offer helping hand to vendors affected by recent warehouse fires
In response to the recent devastating fire at Tollbooth Antiques in Columbia, which left more than 50 vendors with damaged and lost products and displaced inventory, several local businesses are offering a helping hand to the vendors. Storage Sense in Columbia is offering three months of free storage to vendors with damaged or displaced inventory. ...
Return of drier air sets stage for enjoyable weekend
TODAY: Stray PM Shower, Warm. Hi 85. Winds NW 5 mph. TONIGHT: Clear, Cooler. Lo 65. Winds N 5 mph. FRIDAY: Drier, Warm, Mostly Sunny. Hi 85. Lo 64. A cold front moving through early today is the big story. Lower dewpoints brought by this front will make for a much more comfortable weekend, although the rain will stay away. In the meantime, enjoy Thursday’s comfort as highs hit the mid 80s. We could see a shower or two in the afternoon, although most will stay dry today. Lows drop into the mid 60s overnight.
York State Fair 2024: Day 6
It is day 6 at the 2024 York State Fair and the activities are still going strong. Good Day PA was once again live at the fairgrounds!. This is Old Main. The name is appropriate because stepping in there means celebrating the old — but this isn’t mean to be a museum!
Harrisburg cancels Kipona Festival fireworks
HARRISBURG, Pa. — There will be no fireworks show this Labor Day weekend for the Kipona Festival. Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams announced on Wednesday that the fireworks and drone show scheduled for Kipona would not occur, after public safety incidents at two out of the last three Fourth of July events disrupted plans for fireworks shows along the Susquehanna River.
How to attend Donald Trump’s Pennsylvania rally
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — If you want to attend former President Donald Trump’s upcoming rally in Harrisburg, there’s only one way to get tickets. You must register online through his website, and only two tickets can be reserved. The rally is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 31, at the Farm Show Complex, located […]
UPMC Harrisburg installs health vending machine offering STD self-test kits, naloxone kits
UPMC announced Thursday that it has installed a "Health To Go" vending machine outside of the Harrisburg hospital, offering items such as naloxone kits, STD self-test kits and fentanyl testing strips. Penn State College of Medicine partnered with the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation and Dauphin County to launch the new, smart...
Woman dies of smoke and burns Wednesday night in Rapho Township house fire: coroner [update]
A 66-year-old woman died of smoke inhalation and burns Wednesday night after emergency crews pulled her from her burning home in Rapho Township, according to the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office. Beth Yanni, of 2652 Lebanon Road, was pronounced dead at Lancaster General Hospital after firefighters rescued her from her...
Switch failure causes train derailment in East Manchester, police say
Two cars derailed on a Norfolk Southern train passing through East Manchester Township Thursday. Both cars that derailed were empty at the time of the incident and no hazardous materials were involved, according to Heather Garcia, Norfolk Southern's senior communications manager. There were no injuries reported from the derailment, Garcia...
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