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Working 40 hours won't pay rent in 15 Pa. counties. Bucks County among least affordable
Despite making more than minimum wage, the average Pennsylvania renter in most counties needs weekly overtime or at least two jobs to keep even a one-bedroom apartment affordable, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition. Census, labor and other data compiled and analyzed by the nonprofit show that a...
Forest Corps is for young adults who want to make a positive impact on their environment
Forest Corps is a new AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps Partnership. It’s with the United States Forest Service. Forest Corps is geared towards young adults who want to make a positive impact when it comes to reducing wildfire risks and getting forests back into good condition!
32nd Annual Pride Festival of Central PA will be held in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pride Festival of Central PA will be held Harrisburg this weekend. It's the 32nd year for the event and will also include the return of the Pride Parade. The parade had been on a 12-year hiatus because of permitting issues but is now back with...
The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg
What’s your weekend vibe? Shopping local businesses? Visiting your favorite restaurants? Taking a riverfront walk? Reading your favorite local magazine? We hope it’s all of the above! Whatever your plans, make sure to first catch up on this week’s news, below. Animal advocate Essie Petrovich has spearheaded...
Wanted: Felon Tymir Murray Escapes Courthouse
Tymir Murray, 21, of Harrisburg, entered the guilty plea for Felony Possession Of Firearm Prohibited on Tuesday, July 23, as he should not have had a firearm as an already convicted felon for drugs and receiving stolen property, court records show. Dauphin County Judge William T. Tully sentenced him to...
Mecum Auctions continue at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Call it the "Car Show Complex," because hundreds of hot wheels have descended into Harrisburg for this year's Mecum Auctions. An estimated 1,200 vehicles are up for auction at the Farm Show Complex. These include muscle cars, classic cars, new cars, electric cars, motorcycles and trucks.
Two men arrested in connection to Harrisburg stabbing
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — Police located and arrested two men in connection to a stabbing on July 3, Harrisburg Bureau of Police announced Thursday. Omar Rodriguez-Santiago, 43, and Placido Rodriguez-Santiago, 42, are facing assault charges after a man was stabbed in the 1600 block of Revere Street. Police...
Mostly sunny and pleasant Friday kicks off the weekend with mid-80s
Today will be mostly sunny, less humid and pleasant with a high in the mid 80s, a perfect way to kick off the weekend!. It will be a hot but not humid this weekend. It will be sunny and dry both days with highs near 90. NEXT WEEK:. It will...
What $500,000 or less gets you in Harrisburg
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between July 15 and July 21. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Harrisburg, all of which featured homes under $500,000. Below, we provide an overview of the top 10...
PA's new app helps families of children with disabilities find parks that meet their child's needs
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A new app is helping families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their child's needs as July marks a major milestone in the U.S.This month celebrates 34 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law protecting people with disabilities from discrimination.The state's new app, Park Finder, details playgrounds and parks and lists all they offer the community, and is currently available online.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Americans with disabilities are the largest ranked minority group in the U.S., with about one in six children having a developmental disability.According to a release from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society's Good for You initiative, "Children with disabilities can have different needs for their play, such as more or less sensory input; however, playground play is critical for all children's cognitive and physical development, supporting socialization, creativity, and community building." With this in mind, multiple parks across Pennsylvania are tailoring their playground designs to children of all abilities and implementing special features like an interactive sensory green garden or an Augmented and Alternative Communication tool that uses pictures and symbols to help children with nonverbal communication.
Buzz continues to surround Gov. Josh Shapiro as Kamala Harris decides on running mate
Pennsylvania is at the center of the political world right now.Not only is it a key battleground state that could decide the election in November, there is also continued buzz about Governor Josh Shapiro joining the Democratic ticket as Kamala Harris' running mate.Shapiro was at a rally with the Philadelphia Building Trades on Friday to endorse Kamala Harris for president, but the potential for Shapiro to be on the ticket was the buzz.When Shapiro was asked if he has submitted vetting materials, he directed that question to the campaign.RELATED: What 8 potential Kamala Harris VP picks bring to the tableOn...
Gov. Shapiro’s Democracy Summer Camp raises questions for GOP lawmaker
Gov. Josh Shapiro took a break on Thursday from traveling around the state ducking questions about the veepstakes and promoting legislative accomplishments, to participate in a Democracy Summer Camp bearing his name. The low-profile, invitation-only camp designed for digital content creators and held at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, is...
Pennsylvania teacher's charges weren't reported to district, superintendent says
HAVERTOWN, Pa. (CBS) — How did a Delaware County teacher continue to teach for months after he was arrested — twice — for allegedly exposing himself in public? According to officials in the Haverford Township School District, the Pennsylvania Department of Education might be to blame.The district says it just learned this week of multiple criminal cases against 47-year-old Matthew Gagat, who has been suspended from his job as a fifth-grade teacher at Lynnewood Elementary.Gagat was charged in Horsham, Montgomery County, in March 2024 for allegedly exposing himself in public, and was charged again in June 2024 after allegedly exposing...
Shapiro’s position on Gaza tests close bonds with Arab, Muslim community
For years, Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania was able to execute a balancing act that eludes many Jewish politicians: vocally supporting Israel while maintaining close ties with Arab and Muslim voters. After Shapiro became attorney general in 2017, he helped lead opposition to the Trump administration’s travel ban targeting Muslims. A longtime state representative, he...
Black Pumas bring unique soul and R&B sound to Harrisburg Riverfront
The Black Pumas, an Austin Tx. based soul and R&B group brought their unique sound to the Harrisburg University Summer Concert Series Thursday night. Led by lead singer Eric Burton and guitarist Adrian Quesada, the Grammy Award-winning group played a soulful set that included their biggest hit, “Colors”.
Central Atlantic region gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.55 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.57 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Central Atlantic region has risen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $3.18 on Jan. 15,...
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