A freeze for Thanksgiving? See the weather, travel forecast for central Pennsylvania

More than 55 million Americans are expected to travel more than 50 miles this week as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, according to the American Automobile Association. If you’re hitting the road, you’d be wise to plan ahead by looking at the upcoming forecast. Central Pennsylvania residents should see rain early this week before clearer skies … Read more

Small Business Saturday: Where to shop small in Central Pa.

PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — For many, Thanksgiving is about gratitude and Black Friday is about shopping. Small Business Saturday — the Saturday after Thanksgiving — combines those two ideas. It’s a day when individuals are encouraged to visit the local businesses in their communities, supporting small businesses that create jobs, boost local economies, and shape communities. … Read more

Need Thanksgiving Day reservations? These central Pa. restaurants and hotels will be open

Save yourself the hassle and dine out on Thanksgiving Day After all, you won’t have to slave away for hours and deal with dirty dishes. (And, that’s a real blessing.) Several restaurants and hotels will open their doors on the Nov. 25 with brunches, buffets and dinners. Many more are offering takeout meal packages. Since … Read more

Doctor says ‘stay home’ this Thanksgiving as COVID cases surge in PA

Cambria County, Pa. (WJAC) — Thanksgiving is this week and healthcare professionals hope everyone will celebrate the holiday safely as coronavirus cases continue to climb in Pennsylvania and the United States. Dr. David Burwell with UPMC says COVID-19 cases in Central Pennsylvania are the most prevalent they’ve been since the pandemic started. This holiday season Dr. … Read more

Thinking takeout for Thanksgiving? Here are some options across Central Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Editor’s note: The above video is from November 10. Thanksgiving is going to look different in 2020 for most people. Now, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many are thinking about takeout options that may be available to them on November 26. CUMBERLAND COUNTY Allenberry Resort This year, Allenberry in Boiling Springs is doing the … Read more

Free Thanksgiving meals being hosted around Central Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Editor’s note: The above video is from November 9. Thanksgiving in 2020 is just another event that COVID-19 will impact. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade will be a virtual event. Travel plans are being changed. Social distancing requirements are in place, and many restaurants have felt the strain and been forced to close … Read more