With the heart of summer vacation season underway, here’s a look at the top six beaches and five unique summer attractions you can discover at state parks across the commonwealth. The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources manages 124 state parks and here’s a breakdown of what it considers to be the top places … Read more
As October begins, temperatures will feel more like the end of August! Look for sunny skies this morning, with temperatures in the 50s and 60s. Patchy dense fog is possible in Mifflin and Juniata Counties through 9 a.m. Continue reading on WGAL
This summer was the world’s hottest since global records started in the late 1800s, due in part to El Niño. But that wasn’t the case in Philadelphia. The city’s meteorological summer — from June 1 to August 31 — was relatively mild. Continue reading on WHYY
Temperatures could reach nearly 100 on Wednesday during a heat wave that’s expected to stay in central Pennsylvania most of the week. The midstate already experienced record-breaking heat over Labor Day weekend. A high of 97 on Monday at Harrisburg International Airport was the warmest Sept. 4 weather on record, according to the National Weather Service. … Read more
In the midst of summer 2023, central Pennsylvania is hitting the hottest temperatures of the year, which could lead to health problems and more. After a stormy Tuesday, Accuweather predicts temperatures close to 100 degrees on Thursday and Friday. That’ll be in the midst of a stretch of 90-degree days from Wednesday to Saturday. Continue reading on Penn … Read more
If you’re looking to beat the heat, several local communities are offering cooling centers. Libraries and senior centers also often open their doors as cooling centers. The Community Cares Shelter in Carlisle does as well and organizers say they’ve had a lot of visitors. Continue reading on ABC27
The days are getting hotter and a dip in the pool is a great way to refresh and beat the heat. Central Pennsylvania has many options for residents to make a splash, whether it’s for a fun day with the kids, to swim laps, or to relax. abc27 has compiled a list of the places … Read more
The Central Pennsylvania Rowing Association is offering a free learn-to-row program for new rowers ages 12 to 18 this summer beginning next week. The program will run Wednesday, June 7 through Wednesday, June 28. Sessions will be held from 8:15 to 10:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Central Pennsylvania Rowing Association (CPRA) boathouse … Read more
State College-area residents may be in for a particularly hot summer this year, according to an outlook from the National Weather Service and a prediction from the Farmers’ Almanac. Most of Pennsylvania has a 40% to 50% likelihood of above-normal temperatures from May to July, according to the NWS Climate Prediction Center, but an eastern … Read more
CARBON COUNTY, Pa. — Wilted leaves and dry, dusty fields are signs that drought conditions have hit crops at Yenser’s Tree Farm in Mahoning Township, near Lehighton, despite all the rain we’ve had. “We look back to the early 90s, and it’s been as dry as it’s ever been for 30-some years, and it’s just … Read more
Summer camp is a rite of passage for many children. Camping, swimming and outdoor play typically dominate the activities list but the five-week Summer Ballet Intensive Program at the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB) is much different. Students ranging from ages 7 through 18 gathered at CPYB, one of the most recognized classical ballet schools … Read more