Cumberland County was listed as one of the places with the highest incomes in the state of Pennsylvania. Conducted by SmartAsset, the study ranks Cumberland in fifth place as one of the regions with the most purchasing power and sixth place in terms of highest income earned. The study lists Cumberland’s average cost of living as … Read more
Central Pennsylvanians may see rain showers Sunday or Monday as Hurricane Delta moves north, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologist Matt Steinbugl said the remnants of Hurricane Delta should be approaching the midstate from the southwest by the weekend. This week is expected to be sunny and rain-free, other than an outside chance of sprinkles Wednesday. … Read more
A new pain procedure clinic has opened at the Lebanon VA Medical Center in South Lebanon Township. At the new clinic, a pain specialist will recommend, coordinate, and execute a pain plan of care for veterans suffering from chronic pain. Injections will be performed in the clinic under fluoroscopic and ultrasonographic guidance. The 1,500-square-foot space consists of … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health has confirmed 672 new cases of COVID-19 since yesterday, bringing state totals to 164,207. Currently, 1,940,952 people have tested negative. According to the DOH, 11 additional COVID-19 related deaths have been reported, bringing the total to 8,227. Eighty-two percent of Pennsylvania cases have been considered recovered … Read more
Williamsport, Pa. – “When I was a kid, Halloween was a big deal,” recalled Williamsport resident, Jesse Kreger. “We would decorate and dress up and it was a lot of fun.” This year, however, Halloween is a little different than Kreger remembers. Health concerns and the economic impacts of COVID-19 have left many people feeling … Read more
Williamsport, Pa. — Mask-wearing, handwashing, distancing from others, and avoiding large gatherings have all become the “new normal” for Americans. Some have adapted these habits with enthusiasm, others grudgingly, but the fact is, we’ve all changed our habits. The good news is that adherence to the COVID-19 rules might paint a more positive picture going … Read more
Harrisburg, Pa. — The state House of Representatives canceled its voting session Thursday after a Republican lawmaker tested positive for the coronavirus, delaying a crucial vote to extend a rent relief program that has just expired. Speaker Bryan Cutler (R., Lancaster) announced the House will be adjourned until Oct. 19, minutes after Rep. Paul Schemel … Read more
Eight central Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations are among nearly a thousand nationwide that have been accepted for consideration of a grant from A Community Thrives. But to be more than considered, they have some work to do. And they need your help. To continue to qualify for some of the more than $2 million in grants that will … Read more