Lance Tamashiro 
The state made more than $500 million in revenue from gaming last month. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) reported today that the combined total revenue generated from all forms of gaming, along with fantasy contests, during April was $504 million, an increase of 5.87% compared to revenue generated in April 2023. Continue reading on … Read more
The Pennsylvania median home sales price reached an all-time high last month. According to a report prepared for the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors, the median home sales price jumped to $280,000 in April, up nearly 25% from March and up 7.6% over April 2023. Continue reading on Central Penn Business Journal
Memorial Day is observed annually in the United States on the last Monday of May. It honors people who died while serving in the military, according to HISTORY. In 2024, Memorial Day falls on May 27. Here is a list of events to recognize the occasion in central Pennsylvania. Continue reading on fox43.com
Walmart has opened the fourth of five next-generation fulfillment centers in Greencastle, Pa., 10 miles north of Hagerstown, Md. The 1.5 million-square-foot facility, which will employ more than 1,000 associates, is designed to expand access to next-day or two-day shipping for Walmart customers as well as supporting Walmart Fulfillment Services, the retailer’s third-party service for fulfilling items sold on Walmart’s marketplace. “Walmart is paving the way for … Read more
A Perry County man died after his canoe swamped Sunday morning while fishing on Shermans Creek, authorities said. Matthew Ayres, 36, of Landisburg, went into the water around 8 a.m. in a section of the creek near Dugans Mill Road in Wheatfield Township, just downstream from the historic Delville Covered Bridge, according to Coroner Bob Ressler. … Read more
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that $16 million in Brownsfield grants are coming to the Commonwealth, including in Central Pennsylvania. The funding has been made available through investing from President Biden’s Investing in America agenda that will rehabilitate and revitalize communities in Pennsylvania. Continue reading on WTAJ
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) announced today that their employees have given $25,000 in donations to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank to aid their neighbors in need since the pandemic began. The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank is a nonprofit organization committed to fighting hunger, improving lives, and strengthening communities. They serve 27 counties … Read more
The Biden Administration is highlighting a glass manufacturer in Pennsylvania for taking steps to reduce planet-warming emissions. Officials with the General Services Administration and Environmental Protection Agency toured the Vitro Architectural Glass plant near Carlisle to mark the one-year anniversary of a pilot program that created more climate-friendly standards for building materials. Continue reading on NPR
A national watchdog group recently scored some Central Pennsylvania hospitals below average for safety metrics, including death from serious treatable complications, infection, and having enough specially trained doctors to care for patients in the intensive care unit. The Leapfrog Group is a nonprofit organization that provides ratings and safety data for hospitals, and it recently … Read more
A community is coming together and asking for prayers after a Jeff Tech student continues to battle a traumatic brain injury. On Thursday, May 16 people gathered outside of DuBois Penn Highlands for a worship ceremony and vigil to show their support for Nick Nicastro. Nick, who’s a senior, is currently in the ICU after … Read more
Drive-in movie theaters are a truly American invention. According to driveinmovie.com, a website dedicated to preserving drive-in movie culture, the first theater opened in Camden, New Jersey in 1933. They hit their peak in the 1950s, but since then have steadily declined in popularity. Today, the website says, there are only about 300 drive-in movie theaters … Read more
The eventual point is to collect parking money more efficiently, but for two weeks — while this borough rips out 630 old meters and installs 56 new kiosks — parkers are going to like the side effect of all that: Free parking in the borough’s central metered zone, recognizable by the silver-colored meters. Continue … Read more
Nine women from the Johnstown region have been selected to the Pennsylvania Business Central Women in Business Top 2024 Nonprofit Female Leaders. “Nonprofit organizations provide unique and critical services, which positively impact the economy and quality of life in central Pennsylvania,” Pennsylvania Business Central’s website said. Continue reading on The Tribune-Democrat
Spongy moths have taken central Pennsylvania by storm after this year’s generation hatched, causing some residents to notice a marked increase in the population in recent days. Ryan Reed, natural resource program specialist with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), said the booming spongy moth population this year is part of a … Read more
Drivers in Central Pennsylvania are continuing to pay more than the national average for gas despite prices coming slightly down in the last week. According to Gas Buddy, the average price of gasoline in Harrisburg is $3.76 a gallon, down 3.6 cents in the last week. Gas is up 5.2 cents per gallon over the last month … Read more
Comedian Kevin James will bring his “Owls Don’t Walk” tour to central Pa. this weekend. His 8 p.m. show on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at American Music Theatre in Lancaster is sold out and only a few tickets remain for the 4 p.m. show the same day. Continue reading on PennLive.com
Twenty years ago, families in the Dover School District, located in York County, filed a lawsuit and defeated an effort to teach creationism in their children’s schools. Now, in 2024, families in this same community are bracing for a similar fight after the school district approved a contract with the Independence Law Center, the legal arm of an … Read more
Dr. Mumin, who has served in various capacities as a teacher, dean of students, principal and administator is touring schools across the Commonwealth to assess the needs of students and educators and see the impact of state educational investments. “I get out to be able to tell the story around what the impact of the … Read more
Loud thunderstorms with heavy rain and lightning crossed central Pennsylvania early this morning, and power outages have been reported.PennLive.com The National Weather Service in State College said the storms are starting to wind down as of 5:30 a.m. Affected areas include Perry, Lancaster, York, Adams, Cumberland, Lebanon and Dauphin counties. Continue reading on PennLive.com
Mother’s Day is just a couple of days away! For those who still haven’t locked down where to take Mom to eat – no worries! Plenty of restaurants with locations across central Pennsylvania are offering deals for mom’s special day! Here are some of the best deals to take advantage of on May 12: … Read more