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Pennsylvania redesigned its mail-in ballot envelopes amid litigation, some voters still tripped up
A form Pennsylvania voters must complete on the outside of mail-in ballot return envelopes has been redesigned, but that did not prevent some voters from failing to complete it accurately for this week's primary, and some votes will not count as a result, election officials said. The primary was the...
Bears' Hunter Shepard wins AHL outstanding goaltender award
Hershey Bears goaltender Hunter Shepard has some more hardware to add to his collection. Shepard won the 2023-24 Aldege "Baz" Bastien Memorial Award for the AHL's outstanding goaltender Wednesday. The award is voted on by coaches, players, and media members in all of the AHL's 32 markets. Already this season,...
York Revolution baseball players meet with WellSpan patients for a day of outdoor games
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — York Revolution baseball players stopped by the WellSpan Surgery and Rehabilitation Hospital in York Township for some fun and games outside with patients. The outdoor activities mark an important step for residents undergoing their rehab journey. "I've been through injuries," said York Revolution catcher Ciaran...
Lancaster County man convicted of three dozen sex abuse charges beginning in 1995
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — A Lancaster County man was convicted of raping and sexually abusing two minors in Manor Township between 1995 and 2000 and a third minor from 2014 to 2021. George Pfeiffer, 64, was found guilty by a jury following a three-day trial, according to the Lancaster...
300-year-old archives being moved to new York History Center museum
YORK, Pa. — Three hundred years of history is on the move this week. On Wednesday, dozens of people began tagging, wrapping, and packing priceless archives to be moved out of the York History Center’s old museum along East Market Street. It's the last part of a moving plan that has been in the works for around a decade.
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.
World's first Star Wars-themed haunted house opening in Pennsylvania
PHILADELPHIA — Will the fourth be with you or will it corrupt you?. The world's first and only Star Wars-themed haunted house will debut in Philadelphia on Star Wars Day. Lincoln Mill Haunted House invites Star Wars fans nationwide to a special, exclusive one-day-only Star Wars-inspired event on Saturday, May 4.
Nestlé Purina PetCare makes $10,000 to Susquehanna Service Dogs
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. — Nestlé Purina PetCare this week announced it recently delivered a $10,000 donation to Susquehanna Service Dogs (SSD) to support the establishment of a new on-site veterinary center. The new on-site veterinary center will enable Susquehanna Service Dogs to improve services and reduce costs related to...
Cumberland Valley School Board reverses decision on previously canceled Maulik Pancholy visit
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — Update, 10:30 p.m.: The Cumberland Valley School Board reversed its decision to cancel an anti-bullying assembly featuring Maulik Pancholy. Parents cheered the 5-4 decision, which came after several hours of public comment from community members and more than a dozen students. Previously: Backlash continues against...
PennDOT announces crack sealing project on I-83, I-81
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — More road work is coming to two major interstates in Pennsylvania. The latest phase of a joint and crack sealing project will focus on Interstate 83 in Dauphin County and Interstate 81 in Franklin County, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today. The work...
UGI to begin gas main replacement project in Manheim Township, Lancaster County next week
LANCASTER, Pa. — UGI Utilities, Inc. announced that work on a gas main replacement project in Manheim Township, Lancaster County is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, May 1. The work is part of UGI’s commitment to provide safe and reliable service, the company said. It will impact the...
Wegmans locations in Mechancisburg, Lancaster will participate in Saturday's Prescription Medication Drop-off event
YORK, Pa. — Wegmans Food Markets announced its stores are partnering with local law enforcement agencies across seven states, including Pennsylvania, to host community prescription medication drop-off events on Saturday. The event gives community members the opportunity to remove potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs from their...
Suspect accused of attempted homicide arrested after traffic stop in Harrisburg, State Police say
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Harrisburg man wanted for multiple alleged offenses, including attempted homicide, was arrested Sunday after leading State Police on a foot pursuit following an attempted traffic stop in the city, according to a criminal complaint affidavit filed by authorities this week. Anthony Dashawn Henderson, 31, was...
Cumberland County woman to receive Humane Society of United States award for creating 'Spay/Neuter Saves Lives' license plates
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Cumberland County woman will receive the Humane Society of the United States Advocacy Partner of the Year Award at a ceremony Monday in the rotunda of the state capitol building, the HSUS said in a press release. Essie Petrovich, of Hampden Township, won the award...
Olivia's Spring-Style Fire-Grilled Kabobs are perfect for patio dining
YORK, Pa. — Olivia's is keeping it fresh, flavorful and healthy for spring with Spring-Style Fire-Grilled Kabobs!. Grilled chicken, tuna and vegetable skewers served over rice pilaf and Fresh Citrus Ginger Sauce makes for a light dish perfect for patio dining as the weather warms. Meal. Spring-Style Fire-Grilled Kabobs.
York County is participating in National Medication Take Back Initiative on Saturday
YORK, Pa. — Note: The video is from October 2023. York County law enforcement and addiction prevention organizations are participating in a National Medication Take Back Initiative this weekend at four locations across the county. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, the public will have the opportunity to...
American Dairy Association offers to pay for ice cream road trip
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Ice cream lovers looking for a summer job could be just one social media post away from their dream position. For the first time ever, the American Dairy Association is looking for an honorary CIO—chief ice cream officer. One lucky person will have the opportunity...
Furry Friends with Asher, the cat!
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — This week's Furry Friend is Asher, the cat!. Asher is an 8-month-old neutered male who was living in a cat colony that did not get along with him. He is now waiting at Pet Pantry of Lancaster County to find his "fur"-ever home. Rescuers say...
Ozone levels improve, but Pennsylvania still scores poorly on State of the Air report | Health Smart
YORK, Pa. — The American Lung Association's 25th annual State of the Air report is out, offering a fresh look at Pennsylvania's air quality and its impacts on our health. Despite decades of progress cleaning up air pollution, 39% of Americans still live in places with failing grades for unhealthy air. What's worse, experts say that number is nearly 12 million more people compared to last year, making even more people at risk for premature death and other serious health effects like cancer.
Nick DiFrancesco wins Republican primary for Pennsylvania Senate in District 15
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Constituents voted Nick DiFrancesco onto the Election Day ballot. After winning the primary election, the Republican will run to represent District 15 in Pennsylvania’s Senate come November. DiFrancesco has been serving as the treasurer of Dauphin County since Jan. 2024. A central Pennsylvania native, he...
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