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Civic service sets stage for student’s success
Sophia Cappawana’s path in local government began at age 13, a time when most of her peers were navigating the typical trials of adolescence. Now, as a full-fledged member of Duncannon Borough Council, Cappawana continues to balance her duties while pursuing a college education. Cappawana’s early interest in local...
28-year-old pleads guilty to providing fentanyl to man who died in Cumberland County motel
A 28-year-old Enola man pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and drug delivery in Cumberland County court Wednesday for his admitted role in a 2020 fatal fentanyl overdose in Upper Allen Township. Chandler A. Hernandez, 28, entered his plea before Judge Albert Masland. While the judge will set Hernandez’s sentence on...
Shippensburg's state playoff run halted in quarterfinals
Shippensburg's season came to an end Friday vs. Selinsgrove in a PIAA Class 5A quarterfinal. The Greyhounds (18-7) lost, 10-2, to the District 4 champion Seals, who will face Governor Mifflin in Monday's semifinals. Ship's run in the playoffs was its deepest since 1995. Shippensburg plated an early run in...
Police investigating catalytic converter thefts in western Lebanon County
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. — Three cars had their catalytic converters stolen around the Annville Township area between Monday night and Wednesday noon, Western Lebanon County Regional Police Department report. According to police, the specific locations of the cars were parked along the 100 block of South White Oak Street,...
Auburn girls soccer wins VHSL Class 1 championship game in comeback fashion over Northumberland
SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – The Auburn girls soccer team staged a stunning comeback to clinch the championship title with a resounding 6-2 victory over Northumberland. What made this victory even more remarkable was the fact that Auburn found themselves trailing 2-1 at halftime, facing a unsettling challenge against their opponent.
Popular ‘90s rock band continuing on after frontman’s death
In early April news broke of the passing of C.J. Snare, the leader singer of popular 90′s rock band, Firehouse. According to reports, Snare’s daughter said he passed away on April 5 after a “lengthy battle with cancer.” He was 64. The band was set to...
Storms delay PIAA quarterfinals involving area baseball, softball teams
High school baseball and softball fans will have to wait an extra day for the PIAA quarterfinals. The storms that hit central Pa. Wednesday night have forced games involving area teams to be postponed until Friday. In baseball, District 3 champ Delone Catholic will play Tri-Valley at 3 p.m. and...
Local restaurant owner pleads guilty to theft charges
Lewisburg, Pa. — The owner of Abrana Marie's restaurant in Lewisburg pleaded guilty to 36 theft charges in Union County Court of Common pleas. Union County District Attorney Brian Kerstetter said Doreen M. Hedricks entered the plea in court on May 28 in front of Judge Michael Piecuch. Hedricks, 65, of Northumberland, is accused of withholding $84,000 in sales and employer taxes to keep her business afloat. Two charges of...
Lebanon County property transfers: See area home sale prices
Jesse and Kim Hill to Delglerno Investments, 760 Cumberland St., $355,000. Michelle and Kyle Firestone to Samuel Melendez-Cruz and Kimberly Malave, 243 Weidman St., $159,000. Jose Roman Sr. to Howard Wood, 412 N. Jones St., $60,500. Peaceful Homes LLC to Onyx Investments VIII, property along Brandywine Street, $140,000. Elroy and...
Man accused of ramming into state police car after high-speed chase in Centre County
GREGG TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WTAJ) — A man wanted on charges in Centre and Union Counties was taken into custody in Northumberland County after leading police on three separate high-speed chases. Officers with Pennsylvania State Police were on patrol as a roving DUI enforcement detail in Centre County the evening of April 6 when they began […]
See all homes sold in Duncannon, June 3 to June 9
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Duncannon reported from June 3 to June 9. There were 5 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,433-square-foot home on Dellville Road in Wheatfield Township that sold for $162,250. Duncannon.
In Penn Township, what comes first, the building or permit?
A resident raised concerns at the May 29 supervisors’ meeting about Penn Twp.’s issuance of a building permit for a structure that was built in a different location than initially permitted. The resident questioned the fairness of the decision and the precedent it sets for others to build without proper permits.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet announces leadership changes
Lower Paxton Township-based discount chain, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has announced leadership changes. John Swygert, the company’s president and CEO since 2019 will transition to executive chairman in early 2025. “John is having an amazing run with Ollie’s. In his twenty-plus years with the Company, he has helped Ollie’s...
Storms delay PIAA quarterfinals involving area baseball, softball teams
High school baseball and softball fans will have to wait an extra day for the PIAA quarterfinals. The storms that hit central Pa. Wednesday night have forced games involving area teams to be postponed until Friday. In baseball, District 3 champ Delone Catholic will play Tri-Valley at 3 p.m. and...
Lebanon County's MOD Pizza location closes
Several signs have been posted on the doors of the MOD Pizza location at 1501 Quentin Road announcing its permanent closure. Rick Van Warner, a spokesperson for MOD Pizza, said in an email that the decision to close the North Cornwall Township location was strictly a business one, adding that all employees were paid severance.
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