Central Pa. pastor, wife on edge as Russia invades their homeland

SHAMOKIN, Pa. — Transfiguration Ukrainian Church Pastor Mykola Ivanov and his wife Anna are consumed with emotions as they monitor the Russian invasion of the Shamokin residents’ homeland. The news reports include images and sounds of missiles flying and exploding, tanks driving on familiar streets and Ukrainians crying. However, for the Ivanovs, no sound is … Read more

IMPACT: Steady Sleet To Freezing Rain Tonight

A winter weather advisory goes into effect for most of central Pennsylvania tonight into tomorrow. The advisory will be in effect from 7 p.m. Thursday to 10 a.m. Friday. We could see a mix of sleet and freezing rain. Continue reading on wgal.com

Child Charged With Arson In Pennsylvania Walmart Fire: Report

A child has been charged with arson for setting fire to a toy at a central Pennsylvania Walmart, PennLive reports citing Pennsylvania state police trooper Megan Ammerman. The fire broke out at the Walmart located on 60 Noble Road in Carlisle around 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 16, authorities said at the time. Continue reading on thedailyvoice.com

Pair of central Pa. restaurants known for outdoor dining, American pub menus sold

Central Pennsylvania diners have been familiar with the T.J. Rockwell’s American Grille name since 1997. Now a new owner is taking over operations. The Funck Restaurant Group recently purchased the restaurants at 800 Mount Gretna Road in Elizabethtown and at 896 W. Grantham Road in Monroe Township, according to NAI CIR, a commercial realty group in Lemoyne. Continue … Read more

Police warn of scam targeting elderly in Central Pa.

Pennsylvania state troopers are warning residents of a scam that is continuing to target the elderly. In this scam, victims receive a phone call from someone claiming that the victim’s loved one is in trouble, and money is required to help them. A scam similar in nature was reported in Cambria County earlier in February, where an … Read more

Some Pa. cannabis companies use misleading, inaccurate, or dangerous statements to promote marijuana for addiction treatment

Harrisburg, Pa. — Some Pennsylvania cannabis companies are using incomplete or misleading claims to promote marijuana as a treatment for opioid addiction, potentially putting patients’ lives at greater risk, a Spotlight PA investigation has found. In a first-of-its-kind review, Spotlight PA examined more than 60 websites offering services in Pennsylvania and consulted numerous health policy … Read more

Mmmmm, fastnachts. Here are 8 places in central Pa. to order and pick them up

Who is ready for some delicious fastnachts? Shrove Tuesday — also known as Fat Tuesday — falls on March 1 this year. It’s the day these doughy delights are consumed before the beginning of Lent.  The tradition arose out of a need to use up the all sugar, butter and lard in the house before fasting began. Continue reading … Read more

Rise of contagious bird virus HPAI poses threat to poultry farmers

Harrisburg, Pa. – The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal Health and Plant Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed findings of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in birds within the United States. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture reminds Pennsylvanians to stay vigilant and review biosecurity practices. HPAI is very contagious and can make wild and domesticated … Read more

Local organizations ‘share the love,’ collect essentials for people in need

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A local organization spent February collecting essentials to make vegan-friendly winter care packages for those in need. Animal Advocates of South Central Pennsylvania teamed up with homeless support group “Food Not Bombs” for their Valentine’s Day inspired “Share the Love” essentials drive. All month the groups have been collecting vegan friendly food … Read more

Central Pa. is warming up, but gusty winds and rain are on the way

Up to 50 mph winds and rain could put a huge damper on an otherwise unusually warm February week in central Pennsylvania, according to forecasters. The week has started out uneventful, weather-wise, and will likely remain that way Wednesday. The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies and about 50-degree highs. Continue reading on pennlive.com

Central Pennsylvania is in a ‘snow drought.’ Will it change in the next few weeks?

Snow lovers in south central Pennsylvania would have had to travel to the beaches to enjoy a winter wonderland this season. Most of the region remains in a snowfall deficit this winter — even with the storm that delivered several inches in spots over the weekend. Meanwhile at least one coastal area has broken a record.   Continue reading on echo-pilot.com

Woodlands Bank sponsors financial literacy programs for students

Soon, all students in grades 3-12 in Lycoming and Clinton counties will have full access to a “Personal Finance Lab” free of charge. The program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Council on Financial Literacy, Brighter Financial Futures, and Woodlands Bank. The “Personal Finance Lab” is a world-class, web-based stock simulation platform and curriculum includes the Personal Budgeting … Read more

I-Team: Investigating cooking oil thefts

A special I-Team report focuses on a crime that’s expanding across our region and the nation in recent months. And in some cases violence has been associated with it. The thefts of what some call “liquid gold.” Investigators and oil industry officials tell the I-Team these crimes are raking in around $75 million a year. … Read more