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Murder-Suicide In Shippensburg: PSP Chambersburg
The "domestic altercation where shots were fired" happened in Lenwood Park, Southampton Township, Shippensburg, around 7:25 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, Trooper Megan Frazer detailed in the release. PSP Chambersburg Troopers formed a perimeter around the home but they failed to make contact with the people inside, so the Pennsylvania...
Slowdowns expected after crash reported on Allen Road in Carlisle Borough
CARLISLE, Pa. — A two-vehicle crash was reported in Carlisle Borough, Cumberland County. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews were called to Allen Road between Ritney Highway and Logistics Drive around 6:45 a.m. According to Cumberland County dispatch, only minor injuries were reported. Slowdowns were expected...
Multi-vehicle crash shut down part of I-83 in Cumberland County
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Drivers in Cumberland County using I-83 were alerted to a multi-vehicle crash that caused a closure Thursday afternoon. According to a PennDOT spokesperson, there was a crash before 4 p.m. involving a “few” tractor-trailers and passenger vehicles in the northbound lanes of I-83 near the Lemoyne Exit. The road was closed […]
State Police release updated Harrisburg's 'Five Most Wanted' list
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police have released an updated "Five Most Wanted" list of at-large suspects in the Harrisburg area. According to Troop H, the five offenders are wanted for crimes including fleeing from police, drug distribution, retail theft, failing to register as a sex offender, and firearms offenses.
PPL set to pay back customers after overbilling in 2023
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — PPL is being required to put one-million dollars in a "Customer Hardship Fund” after it overbilled customers throughout 2023. This comes after the PUC voted 3-2 to approve a joint motion from Chairmain Stephen M. DeFrank and Commissioner Kathryn L. Zerfuss. These changes will...
Local hoagie shop closing Cumberland Co. location; announces consolidation
LEMOYNE, Pa. (WHTM) — A locally owned hoagie shop announced that they will close their doors in Cumberland County to consolidate into one location. The popular Hoageez recently announced on Facebook that they would be closing their location on 1200 Market Street in Lemoyne after five years of operation.
Harrisburg's Group Violence Intervention strategy: What's going on with it?
Ronald Williams remembers the life he used to live. One filled with crime, drugs and, guns. Williams would sell drugs in the 90s a new way for him to make money after getting laid off from his job. He says he would rake in up to $3,000 a day. His drug dealing started with marijuana and later led to cocaine.
Trooper Among 3 Hospitalized Following Crash: PA State Police
The crash involved a marked PSP patrol SUV with lights and sirens on and a Ford Transit van with two 57-year-old men, a California driver with a Massachusetts passenger on Saturday, April 20 at 1:38 p.m., as detailed in the release. The van was heading south of Millerstown Road in...
"Inappropriate material" shown to students at Susquehanna Twp. elementary by employee
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Susquehanna Township School District released a statement to local families concerning reports of a Thomas Holtzman Elementary School employee showing “inappropriate material” to students. The administration’s statement assures families and caregivers that the incident was handled promptly in accordance with Susquehanna Township Police...
Man accused of molesting young girl in public in Cumberland County
UPPER ALLEN TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A Mechanicsburg man is facing several charges, including indecent assault, after an incident at a restaurant. Upper Allen Township Police said several witnesses reported seeing a man sexually molesting a young girl in public. Police identified the suspect as Roy Andrews, 76. Andrews is...
See all homes sold in Cumberland County, April 15 to April 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Cumberland County reported from April 15 to April 21. There were 47 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,176-square-foot home on Charles Road in Hampden Township that sold for $277,950.
Early morning Cumberland County hotel fire causes evacuations
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– An early morning fire forced an evacuation at a Cumberland County hotel on Wednesday. According to the Lower Allen Township Public Safety Director, crews responded to a fire call that came in at 2:47 a.m. for the Hampton Inn along Ritter Road. There was a fire on the third floor that […]
Battleground state Pennsylvania gets first electric school buses funded by Biden admin
Pennsylvania received its first electric school buses funded by the Biden administration Thursday, an effort in the critical battleground state that is expected to highlight the president’s climate agenda. First Student, which is the leading school transportation provider in North America, is set to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday in Harrisburg, Pa. The event will…
U.S. Marshals capture Harrisburg gunman who allegedly shot 3, including child
(WHTM)– The gunman in a Harrisburg shooting that injured three people, including a child, in September was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals in Philadelphia. Shawn Jason, 47, of Harrisburg, was captured by U.S. Marshals Eastern Pennsylvania Violent Crimes Fugitive Task Force at a hotel on Wednesday Jason was wanted on multiple attempted homicide […]
50 Year Celebration Kicks Off During Spring Carlisle 2024
Automotive enthusiasts have been flocking through the gates of the Carlisle, Pennsylvania fairgrounds for half a century, scouring miles of aisles for parts and projects to support their high-octane lifestyle. Carlisle Events started the official celebration of the 50th Anniversary of what began back in 1974 during its Spring Carlisle 2024 event.
West Shore pottery studio announces grand opening
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — A new pottery studio in Carlisle that offers a wide variety of classes and workshops has officially opened the doors to its new warehouse facility. Mud Luv Pottery Studio is owned and operated by Midstate native Stephanie Beigh, who founded her pottery business about six years ago.
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