It’s warmer and stickier this morning, compared to the weekend. Expect morning temperatures near 70 under a mix of clouds and sunshine. We’ll see partly sunny skies this afternoon, with a stray shower or thunderstorm. Highs will be slightly above average, near 84. Continue reading on WGAL
Pennsylvania theme parks received some love from USA TODAY readers, with both Hersheypark and Knoebels being voted in the 2024 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in multiple categories. Knoebels, in Elysburg and Hersheypark, in Hershey, were voted in as number two and number four best theme parks in the United States, respectively. Continue reading on … Read more
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced nearly $10 million is being invested into public-use airports, including two in Central Pa. Ten public-use airports are receiving funding for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation and development. Continue reading on WTAJ
More than $2 million was awarded to 57 food banks, pantries, shelters and soup kitchens across Pennsylvania, including several in our area. The funding is through the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Reach and Resiliency Grants. Funded projects include mobile food pantries, expanded cold storage and warehouse space, delivery vehicles, and other investments that expand TEFAP’s … Read more
Power outages are being reported in some parts of Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. Power outages are being reported due to tripped breakers or blown fuses. Thunderstorms in our area are also at risk of causing damage. Continue reading on WOLF
A court decision issued last week could leave older students with disabilities in Pennsylvania and their families scrambling at the end of this school year. A rule change, called the “new age-out plan,” went into effect Sept. 5, extending the age of eligibility for special education services and entitling students to Free Appropriate Public Education … Read more
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
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
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
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
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12 and there are a variety of events in the Midstate to celebrate mom. Below is a list of the 2024 Mother’s Day events being held in Central Pennsylvania. Mother’s Day Events Adams County Mother’s Day Weekend event When: Saturday, May 11 (9a.m. – 5 p.m.) & Sunday, May 12 … Read more
Records obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA offer the most comprehensive public accounting to date of how counties across the state have used tens of millions of dollars they received in opioid settlement money. The state’s billion-dollar opioid windfall has brought hope to a state where thousands of people each year die from drug overdoses. … Read more
Ten northeastern and central Pennsylvania counties will share in more than $31.25 million to extend access to broadband internet service, according to a state agency. In all, the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority awarded almost $204.2 million to 53 projects in 42 counties on Thursday. The projects will bring high-speed internet access to about 40,000 homes … Read more
The unofficial start of garden season is almost here. Many gardeners in Zone 7a consider Mother’s Day, which is Sunday, May 12, the beginning of the gardening season. The threat of frost will be gone, and cold-sensitive plants will be ready to get in the ground. Continue reading on ABC27