Come 8 a.m. Monday, restaurants and bars can reopen for indoor dining at a quarter or half of their occupancy. Bowling alleys, hair salons, museums and casinos can open their doors up to 50% capacity. And other in-person businesses can operate up to 75% capacity. Hearing that Gov. Tom Wolf announced on Wednesday he is lifting … Read more
South Central Pennsylvania is home to some of the most unique New Year’s Eve celebrations on the planet. Unfortunately, because of COVID-19, none will look the same as we’re used to this year. Thanks again, 2020. Whether it’s a pickle in Dillsburg, a ‘Kiss’ in Hershey, or a massive bologna in Lebanon, local communities are … Read more
There is, perhaps, no year that people are more excited to say goodbye to than 2020. But festivities will be sparse, due to continuing safety efforts because of the coronavirus pandemic. In central Pennsylvania, New Year’s Eve is a time to let its culture’s quirkier side shine. Giant roses and pickles are dropped, humongous Hershey … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Editor’s Note: The video is from Dec. 28. Of the 33 Pennsylvania restaurants that were closed by inspectors with the state Department of Agriculture between Dec. 21-27 for offering dine-in service in defiance of state COVID-19 mitigation orders, 16 were located in Central Pennsylvania, according to numbers the department released Tuesday. The department’s … Read more
Central York’s Beau Pribula will use this honor as one more piece of motivation going forward. The junior already led his Panthers to the title game in the state’s highest classification — the first time any football team from the county went so far. He is set to become Penn State’s first in-state scholarship quarterback in … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank was virtually presented a $10,000 check by Pennsylvania’s anytime, anywhere digital credit union, PSECU to support its efforts to fight hunger this holiday season. The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank has seen demand for its services increase more than 40% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic … Read more
Harrisburg, Pa. – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is asking the community for donations of horses to support its mounted patrol unit. The department maintains a stable at its training academy in Hershey and relies on donations to fill a complement of 28 horses. The animals are deployed statewide for searches, crowd control, security, and … Read more
YORK, Pa. — Small restaurants in York County, still struggling under operating restrictions in Pennsylvania, started a social media page to support and promote each other. Many restaurants battered by this year’s capacity restrictions were hit again by the state’s indoor dining ban from Dec. 12 to Jan. 4. Some Central Pennsylvania restaurants decided to … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa (December 23) – With a combination of heavy rain, warmer temperatures, and accelerated snowmelt forecasted throughout central and eastern portions of Pennsylvania over the next several days, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) encourages boaters, anglers, and hunters using boats to use added caution on and around the water. “Water levels can … Read more
A veterans group with backing from the region’s top federal prosecutor can’t force Philadelphia to permit parades during a pandemic, a federal judge ruled Wednesday. In an 11-page decision, U.S. District Judge Nitza Quiñones-Alejandro denied a request for preliminary injunction filed in October by the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Society, noting “this pandemic has wreaked … Read more
Social media was full of photos and videos of what appeared to be a low-flying F/A-18 jet circling around the northern part of Lancaster County Wednesday afternoon. If you noticed the aircraft soaring across the sky, there’s no need to be alarmed, according to Harrisburg International Airport spokesperson Scott Miller. “They come in from time … Read more
Our CBS 21 Days of Caring initiative continues as we put the spotlight on Vision Resources of Central Pennsylvania. We were there as the group worked to help those with visual impairments in our region. They’re goal is to help them gain independence and raise awareness about issues the community deals with, and this year … Read more
As COVID-19 cases in Lancaster County surged unabated into December, a number of church leaders persisted with in-person gatherings — some publicizing mask-less services — despite public health warnings. While Pennsylvania health officials have put limits on gatherings, required masks and imposed 14-day quarantines on travelers to stem the rapid spread of COVID-19, church leaders … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank teamed up with Penn National to provide holiday meals to Midstate families. Instead of having a holiday party, Penn National donated more than $13,000 to the food bankhelping more than 800 families. “It’s rewarding to see everybody we’re able to help, but it also is really … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A food distribution Tuesday afternoon in Harrisburg will feed people for the holidays. The event is expected to help 800 families and individuals. The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank and the Harrisburg Police Department will distribute food boxes from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at three locations in the Harrisburg School District: John Harris … Read more
(Harrisburg) — The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank has increased its distribution by 40 percent this year as the pandemic left hundreds of thousands jobless in the midstate. In April, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate jumped to 15 percent after the state put in place widespread COVID-19 closures. The Department of Labor and Industry reported that number fell … Read more
Lock Haven, Pa. – Officers and volunteers of The Salvation Army Lock Haven Corps safely distributed toys to 255 families in need today, Dec. 18, and Dec. 15, at its headquarters. With the help of donations from the community, the corps purchased those toys to give to children in need for Christmas and are able … Read more
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — With the pandemic and holidays around, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank saw an increase in volunteers. Food distribution grew more than 40% over the same time last year, according to Amy Hill, Director of Community Engagement at Central PA Food Bank. People from several companies volunteered to pack food boxes for … Read more
Williamsport, Pa. – Celebrating the holidays is different in 2020 than other years, but some companies and generous individuals are spreading holiday cheer regardless. Many companies have canceled their normal holiday office parties to keep their employees safe, but in the spirit of the holidays they have chosen to donate their holiday party funds to … Read more
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — This afternoon a steady stream of children came to sled down the hills at Lower Allen Park, where about half a foot of snow covered the ground. Brett Cook, general manager of Roundtop Mountain Resort, says dry snow is typically better for sledding. He recommends making a track by continuously sledding … Read more