An otherwise routine day ended up being historic for Centre County’s Alpha Fire Company. In late September, firefighters Kara Stover, Claudia Rudisill, and Talia Cholach were heading to training when they received a call about a blaze in the Centre Hills Village neighborhood. They quickly went to the College Township station to gear up. … Read more
Off-years, or odd-numbered years, tend to be favorable for the party out of the White House, and 2023 looks to be no exception. Since my last voter registration update in October 2022, Pennsylvania Republicans saw impressive gains all across the Commonwealth. Back then, the statewide Democratic margin was 549,288, a lead that’s since been whittled down … Read more
Fall foliage season is in full swing in South Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, and this week is expected to be the peak for color. The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) says that the leaves are changing color at different elevations, so there’s something to see for everyone. “Pennsylvania has a longer … Read more
The price to celebrate Halloween is reaching spooky numbers, according to a recent government report – The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports candy has seen an inflation rate of 13 percent compared to last year. The price hikes are leaving families shelling out more money to partake in trick-or-treating. Continue reading on FOX43
The company behind a new type of plastics recycling plant in central Pennsylvania has withdrawn a key permit application, but says it is still moving forward with the project. Texas-based Encina plans to build a plant on the Susquehanna River in Point Township, Northumberland County, that will break down plastics into chemical building blocks to make new … Read more
A jury convicted a 22-year-old Lancaster man Wednesday in connection to a fatal shooting at a central Pennsylvania convenience store in 2022. The shooting – which killed 19-year-old Damian Santiago – took place inside the Sunoco/A-Plus on the 100 block of W. Orange Street on March 14, 2022, the DA’s office says. Continue region Penn … Read more
Harrisburg, Pa. — A lawsuit has accused Meta Platforms, Inc., of knowingly designing and deploying features that are harmful to children on its platforms while simultaneously assuring the public that the platforms are safe for kids. Led by Attorney General Michelle Henry, Pennsylvania has joined multiple other Attorneys General in the federal lawsuit. Continue reading on … Read more
If you need a little help getting in the Halloween spirit, there are a ton of awesome events planned across central Pennsylvania. The 73rd York Halloween Parade will be held this Sunday, Oct. 29. The fun kicks off at 2 p.m. at the York Fairgrounds. This year’s theme is “Written in Blood.” Marchers are encouraged … Read more
Central Pennsylvania is known for many famous foods. Hershey Chocolate, Snyder’s of Hanover, and Sturgis Pretzels just to name a few. But there is one food that bears the name of the county it came from. Lebanon Bologna has been around for over 100 years and can be found in many different flavors. The meat … Read more
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced today, after a meeting of the Commonwealth Drought Task Force, that six counties will return to normal, with 15 counties in drought watch or drought warning. Drought watch has been lifted for Berks, Chester, Clarion, Fayette, Lehigh, and Venango counties. Continue reading on Tri-State Alert
A 3-year-old boy visiting central Pennsylvania with his family died Friday evening from a gunshot wound to the head, Lancaster County authorities said. The boy, whose name has not been released, was shot around 7:10 p.m. at the Tucquan Park Family campground on the 900 block of River Road in Martic Township, according to the Lancaster … Read more
Malls may be dying out around the country, but there is one mall that is located in Pennsylvania that is one of the largest in the state, and more especially Central Pennsylvania. Park City Center, located in Lancaster is one of the largest malls in Pennsylvania when it comes to leasable square footage. The mall … Read more
A 15-year-old boy riding an e-bike was left in critical condition and later died after a hit-and-run on Thursday with a motorist. Police accuse 38-year-old Joshua Riviera of aggravated assault by motor vehicle, reckless driving alongside similar charges. Continue reading on WTAE
Parts of eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey may see their first frost of the season early this week. But highs in the 70s also await The National Weather Service is looking at overnight Monday and early Tuesday as the best chance for frost this week, at least in some spots. Continue reading on Lehigh Valley Live
Students at a York County high school were dismissed from class early Thursday after a threat was made toward the school, police say. The threat involved Dallastown Area High School and students were sent home early as a precaution, according to a York County Regional Police Department release that came out at 2:49 p.m. … Read more
School districts and bus companies in central and northern Pennsylvania say they’re facing a bus driver shortage, despite efforts to address some of the biggest challenges drivers face. The state has tried to alleviate the shortage by making it easier to get a Commercial Driver’s License. Several companies have given drivers raises and offered sign-on … Read more
According to a press release sent out by the company, this conservation order applies to about 42,000 customer connections in the Mechanicsburg water system. This additionally includes locations such as Silver Spring Township, Hampden Township, Lower Allen Township, Lemoyne Borough, Worleysburg Borough, East Pennsboro Township, New Cumberland Borough, Fairview Township, and others. Continue reading on … Read more
More than $800,000 in funds were awarded to volunteer fire companies in Pennsylvania by the Shapiro Administration. The funds, part of a grant with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), were awarded to dozens of volunteer departments across the state, with a notable amount given in our Central PA region. Continue reading on … Read more
After all, Philadelphia fans once booed Santa Claus. During a 1989 game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys in the City of Brotherly Love, spectators at Veterans Stadium pelted players, refs, and broadcasters with snowballs—and the Eagles won. Things got so bad at the Vet that a jail and courtroom were installed in the bowels of the … Read more
One man has been arrested and at least two other people are being sought in an airport parking garage shooting that killed a Philadelphia police officer and injured another last week, authorities said. Yobranny Martinez Fernandez, 18, of Camden County, New Jersey, was arrested before dawn Monday in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and was being … Read more