LEWISBURG – A central Pennsylvania hospital that laid off or reduced hours for approximately 400 employees or 60 percent of its workforce is evaluating staff needs as it prepares to resume some services halted during the peak of the coronavirus pandemic. “We also have to evaluate what our ‘new normal’ looks like,” Kendra Aucker, president and CEO … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — More than a month into the statewide school closure, state Education Secretary Pedro Rivera says with current data, he doesn’t see schools reopening in the fall. “We’re preparing for the best, but we’re planning for the worst,” Rivera said. He said schools across the commonwealth have stepped up by providing continuity … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The USDA is teaming up with food banks across the nation, taking $3 billion to help farmers get meals to families in need. The Farmers to Families Food Box program will pay farmers for their surplus food. Locally, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank says the partnership will be a huge help. “From the … Read more
Several Friendly’s locations have temporarily closed in central Pennsylvania due to COVID-19. Friendly’s filed four WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) notices with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. In four different letters addressed to local officials that were also sent to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, the company informed officials of … Read more
(The Center Square) – Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said Monday he will reopen golf courses, private campgrounds, marinas and guided fishing trips May 1. The announcement follows last week’s guidance that construction sites also will resume operations Friday as the state looks toward loosening pandemic restrictions in less affected counties in the coming weeks. “As the … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The “Farmers to Families Food Box Program” will give fresh produce, dairy products, and meats from domestic farms and box them to distribute to families in need through regional food banks and other food assistance organizations. The USDA program will procure an estimated $100 million per month in fresh fruits and … Read more
(Harrisburg) — State health officials say more than 1,500 deaths in Pennsylvania are now associated with the coronavirus pandemic. The state health department on Sunday also reported an additional 1,116 positive cases to bring the statewide total above 41,000 in all 67 counties. The number of infections is thought to be far higher because many … Read more
The operator of a central Pennsylvania restaurant chain has reached a tentative deal to pay nearly $150,000 to settle federal accusations that it shorted its employees on minimum wage and overtime pay. The preliminary consent agreement between Montezuma of Pennsylvania LLC and the U.S. Department of Labor won’t be final unless it is approved by U.S. Middle … Read more
Harrisburg, PA — The governor says the reopening process will not be a county-by-county process. “What we are saying is that we want the exposure of these citizens of this region, of this county, to be minimal,” Governor Wolf said in a phone interview. Meaning the counties in the regions laid out on this map will … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Makery is known for bringing Central Pennsylvania families together to create arts, crafts and even cakes. In this week’s Proudly PA, Jessie McDonough shows us how the Makery enlisted the help of the community in a time of crisis. The Makery Art and Craft studio started nine years ago in Central Pa. … Read more
LANCASTER, Pa. — Wednesday marks the beginning of the inaugural “Giving Week” for the Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley Chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The week, which ends April 29th, marks the 40th anniversary of the Make-A-Wish Foundation chapter. “This week is instrumentally important for us to be successful,” Dennis Heron, President & CEO of … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Residents of north-central and northwestern Pennsylvania are projected to be the first in the state to be released from Gov. Tom Wolf’s stay-at-home order, and many retail stores in those areas should be able to reopen by May 8. That’s according to a statewide reopening plan released Wednesday. Wolf wants to … Read more
Williamsport – River Valley Health & Dental, in partnership with the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, is holding a special distribution of food boxes and produce for 50 of their patients (or as long as supplies last) on Thursday, April 23 from 3-5 p.m. at 431 Hepburn Plaza. The food distribution will help patients who may … Read more
In the wake of shortages, a central Pennsylvania organization has gone the extra mile to ensure local Pennsylvania State Police troopers have the protective gear they need to serve the public during the coronavirus outbreak. The agency shared on Twitter that the Central Pennsylvania Chinese Association recently donated 250 face masks to the Pennsylvania State Police’s barracks in Harrisburg. … Read more
Williamsport – As college classes are moved online and labs are emptied, professors are finding ways to put their experience and extra supplies to good use. “We’re just honored to be able to help our community, because let’s face it these are our neighbors, these our our alumni, they’re our family members,” said Sandra L. … Read more
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union donated $25,000 to Feeding Pennsylvania to support the state’s food banks that are facing increased demand as a result of COVID-19. Food banks across the state are spending more than $1 million a week to assist those in need, said George Rudolph, PSECU president and CEO. “As a … Read more
Frontline medical workers in nine of Geisinger’s medical screening tents throughout Northeast and Central Pennsylvania will get a little treat to help them get through these rough days thanks to local Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee groups. Starting on April 16, local Dunkin’ shops have started to provide boxed coffee, individually wrapped donuts, and bagels with cream … Read more
HARRISBURG – The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank announced it received a $100,000 grant from the PNC Foundation to aid in response to the COVID-19 crisis. This gift will be used to help meet the needs of food insecure residents of central Pennsylvania during the COVID-19 crisis. To feed children and their families, as well as … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Second State Gaming is announcing the approval of video gaming terminals at four truck stop locations in Central Pennsylvania. On April 1, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved video game terminal establishment licenses for four locations where Second State Gaming will operate, maintain and service VGTs. Patrons will soon be able … Read more
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Happy Valley Adventure Bureau President and CEO Fritz Smith led a Zoom news conference Friday at which organizers of Central PA 4th Fest, Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, People’s Choice Festival, and Philipsburg Heritage Days, announced the mutual decision to cancel their respective events as a result of lingering COVID-19 … Read more