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Route 30 construction in York will run until late 2025. The work starts Monday
Crews will start a project along Route 30 and a section of Roosevelt Avenue in the York area this month to repair a sinkhole and patch the pavement, according to the state Department of Transportation. The work, which is expected to start on Monday, July 8, will be done between...
Dauphin County restaurant inspections from June 16-31
The following Dauphin County restaurants were found to have violated Pennsylvania’s health and safety regulations between the dates of June 16-31, 2024. Inspections are overseen by the Department of Agriculture. The department notes that in many cases violations are corrected by the restaurant before inspectors leave. Fishers Delight. If...
Dauphin Co. family left in dark for nearly a week after devastating storm
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A family in Lykens has now been without power for days — not because of the weekend storms, but because of storms that hit the area last Wednesday night. CBS 21 spoke with the homeowner, who chose not to be identified, on Monday...
New program will offer free rides to local bar patrons, aims to deter drunk driving
A local organization is offering to be the designated driver for nights out downtown. The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (TCRPC) announced at a press conference on Tuesday the launch of its pilot program “Sober Ride Home,” which aims to lessen the number of impaired driving incidents by offering free rideshare vouchers for those consuming alcohol at local bars and restaurants.
Officials warn drivers of upcoming detour planned for Fairview Township
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — Fairview Township officials are warning motorists of a detour that will take effect later this month and impact traffic in the north end of the township. The Interstate 83 northbound exit ramp at Lewisberry Road (Exit 39A) will be closed for about a month. Traffic will be detoured to the Limekiln Road exit (Exit 40A) to get around this closure, the Fairview Township Police Department said.
River restoration group calls for removal of Harrisburg's Dock Street Dam
It's been called a "drowning machine" after several incidents, and now one group is calling for the removal of a low head dam in the Susquehanna river. American Rivers, a group that seeks to restore rivers across the country, is proposing the removal of the Dock Street Dam in Harrisburg. This comes after another close call rescue at the dam just a few weeks ago.
Historic Cumberland County church could soon be used for worship again, historical groups fighting to preserve property
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — A historic Cumberland County church currently owned by the state could soon change hands. Peace Church has sat at the corner of St. Johns Church and Trindle Roads in Hampden Township since 1798. “When you look around, it’s like stepping back 225 years," said Kevin...
Officials are urging people to stay safe on the water ahead of Independence Day
Many will be celebrating the Independence Day on the water. The Susquehanna River is just one of the many bodies of water people will come and enjoy their long weekend on. Harrisburg officials want you to be aware if you decide to hit the water. “One day he’s here the...
Governor Shapiro discusses budget delays
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Talks finalizing a state budget were ongoing Monday hours after the deadline passed. Still, Shapiro remained cheerful. It won't be long until there's something to announce, "Everybody has been working around the clock. We are deep in the Red Zone, and I expect that we will get this done very soon," he said.
New clerk sworn in to head troubled county courthouse recordkeeping office in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The county's chief judge named a temporary replacement Monday for the Dauphin clerk of courts, three days after the elected clerk fired a deputy clerk and she and another top aide abruptly quit before a hearing about mismanagement of the office. Dauphin County President Judge Scott...
Homeowners hit with pricey sidewalk repairs in Cumberland County borough’s paving project
About a month ago, Cortney Bench noticed Mechanicsburg borough workers spray painting pink marks on the sidewalk in front of her home on Broad Street. The workers told her husband the borough was preparing for a paving project, but first the sidewalks needed to be fixed. Two weeks later, the couple received a bill for $4,000. Bench’s mother, Brenda Miller, who lives near her, got a bill for an eye-popping $9,200.
'Tenty McTentface' among 5 finalists in Pennsylvania tent-naming contest
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Residents in a Pennsylvania city have a choice to make. After the Broad Street Market asked the Harrisburg community in May to come up with names for its newly opened tent, five finalists have been announced:. Tenty McTentface. Tent to Table. Little Broad Street Market.
York secures $75K grant for virtual reality goggles to help train prisoners for jobs
York Mayor Michael Helfrich attended the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Kansas City, Missouri last month, and the city received a $75,000 grant to help incarcerated individuals train for a career using virtual reality. The city also received an honorable mention for its Group Violence Intervention initiative. It has resulted...
Met-Ed will use aerial saw to trim trees in York County this week
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — Met-Ed will conduct aerial tree-trimming operations across York County this week, officials in Shrewsbury Township said Monday on Facebook. The trimming will be conducted by Aerial Solutions Inc., a North Carolina-based company that has contracted with Met-Ed for several years. The aerial saw is attached to an MD 500 helicopter to trim back trees for power lines, pipelines, railroads, and governmental agencies.
The Enormous Antique Marketplace Of LeMoyne In Pennsylvania Will Bump Your Thrifting Game To 11
Remember treasure hunting as a kid? We dug in the dirt, lifted rocks to look underneath, and created stories about our imaginary adventures in search of gold. Treasure hunting takes on a whole new meaning in adulthood as we map out the antique shops in Pennsylvania and decide at which we’re most likely to find gems, some that may even evoke memories of those childhood adventures. Whether you’re looking for something in particular or just enjoy browsing, you’re sure to score a few treasures at this massive antique marketplace in Lemoyne, Pennsylvania.
York County Community Foundation Welcomes New Vice President of Grants & Community Engagement
(York, PA, July 2, 2024) – The York County Community Foundation (YCCF) is pleased to welcome Michele Mummert as the Vice President of Grants and Community Engagement. In this role, Michele will lead the Grants Department and set the strategic direction of YCCF’s grantmaking. Michele’s experience with program development and collaboration will encourage and fuel community transformation in York County.
After recent Central Pennsylvania drownings, expert gives tips for water safety
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — After a week where two people drowned at different locations in Central Pennsylvania, one local expert is offering advice on how to enjoy the water safely during the summer, especially during the upcoming July 4 weekend. Mark Heller is the secretary of the Conestoga River Club,...
Dover Twp. 1.9M-square-foot warehouse: Developer asks for extension on development plans
Plans for a proposed controversial warehouse complex in Dover Township will not come before the board of supervisors for review in July, according to the municipality. "We were recently informed that the Hines/Bull Canal Dover Owner LLC Preliminary Land Development Plan for the York Industrial Development Warehouses will not be ready for review by the Board of Supervisors Meeting on July 8th, 2024," according to a notification on the township's website. "We are therefore cancelling that first meeting of July, as is our practice over the summer months."
From the WGAL Vault: Boat, 2 dummies and a camera demonstrate the danger of Harrisburg's Dock Street Dam
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Low head dams are a deadly hazard on rivers throughout Pennsylvania. According to the American Society of Civil Engineers, low-head dams have caused the deaths of more than 1,400 people. Tonight on WGAL News 8 at 6 p.m., 8 On Your Side Investigative Reporter Anne Shannon looks...
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