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Former cabinet plant sold for $3.3M
A growing metal fabrication company in York County has purchased the former Wayneco Cabinetry plant, which has been idle since the cabinetry business shut down this spring. BMB Holdings LLC paid $3.3 million for the 81,000 square-foot facility, which is at 800 Hanover Road in Jackson Township, west of York city.
Sporting goods and outdoor recreation store coming to Dauphin County
Central Pennsylvania’s love of the outdoors and sports is attracting another brand to the region. Academy Sports & Outdoors plans to open a store at the Paxton Towne Centre in Lower Paxton Township. Township spokesman Jack Sherzer said Academy Sports submitted a building permit application and blueprints for the...
Tractor-trailer crash causes backlog on I-81
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — A crash involving multiple tractor-trailers is causing a traffic backlog on Interstate 81 southbound in Dauphin County. According to PennDOT, a crash involving multiple tractor-trailers occurred in the left lane of I-81 SB around 1:45 p.m. on July 24. It's unclear how many vehicles were...
Lebanon County sports complex announces major upgrades
SOUTH LONDONDERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — A well-known outdoor and indoor sports complex in Lebanon County recently announced plans for several major upgrades. In The Net, a 30-acre sporting complex located on 798 Airport Road in South Londonderry Township, recently shared that they will install 87,000 square feet of turf onto five of their already existing infields.
Chocolate Syrup Tanker Truck Rolls Over On PA Rt 117: Authorities
The crash happened in the 1800 block of South Forge Road/PA Route 117 near the Campbelltown roundabout in South Londonderry Township, at 2:55 a.m., according to township officials. The crash shuttered the roadway from Airport to Hinkle roads and Northside Drive's eastbound traffic at Brookwood Drive, officials detailed in a...
Former Lancaster police officer charged with attempted rape posts bail
A former Lancaster police officer who is charged with attempted rape and sexual assault has posted bail. Court records show that Andrew Selby's bail was lowered from $500,000 to $50,000. Last month, a judge ordered Selby to stand trial on charges that he sexually assaulted four girls in the 1990s.
Employees changing tasks without washing hands: Dauphin County restaurant inspections, July 24, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Bright Futures Learning Center, 1745 N. Cameron St. Harrisburg, July 11. Pass. No violations. GBT Kids Academy, 1419 N. 2nd St. Harrisburg, July 11. Pass. No violations. Studio Kids Early Learning Center,...
Central Pa. hot air balloon festival canceled
The Lancaster Balloon Festival scheduled for September has been canceled. Organizers said that canceling the balloon festival was a very difficult decision. The event was scheduled for Sept. 12 to 15 on Ronks Road in Leacock Township, Lancaster County,. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Vehicle crashes into pole reported in Lebanon City
LEBANON, Pa. — A vehicle struck a pole in Lebanon County Wednesday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. The crash was reported in the 1100 block of Walnut Street near 12th Street in Lebanon City. It's in the area of Gamelot Cleaners. Slowdowns are expected in...
Who knew? Robert H. Coleman, Florida Man (Footnote)
There comes a time each year when snowbirds fly south to Florida. This is the story of one man, Robert H. Coleman, who made the journey. Part 1 of this series on the curious life and legacy of Robert H. Coleman examined the circumstances that lured him to risk his vast fortune in Florida.
Dauphin County mother heartbroken after losing all three of her sons to gun violence
Harrisburg, PA — A Dauphin County mother, Cheryl Azar, lost all three of her sons to gun violence. Her youngest son, Azar Hughes, was shot and killed on North 3rd Street in Harrisburg on July 5. Cheryl said she and her son were supposed to move to Atlanta last Tuesday. Now, instead of planning the move, she is planning his funeral.
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...
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...
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