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Funeral held for Harrisburg woman found dead in river: ‘All she wanted was to be loved’
Rebecca Shanice Beamer-Hicks’ laugh could echo through an entire house. She was a social butterfly, yet always humble, with a fierce fashion sense and a devotion to Nike “down to the socks!”. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
What is the 'Senior Assassin' game?
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — Though the community is still waiting for more answers about the death of 16-year-old Justin Johnson, the family’s attorney Wednesday brought attention to a TikTok trend he thinks may have contributed to the teen’s unexpected passing. Nick Johnson with the Osborne &...
Downtown Daily Bread closed on May 2 and May 3 due to "unexpected issue"
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Downtown Daily Bread has announced on Facebook that the building will be closed May 2 and May 3. The human services organization shares that the momentary closure is due to an unexpected issue. “The safety and well-being of our community are our top priorities,” writes...
Here’s how to become a Pennsylvania Lottery witness
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – The Pennsylvania Lottery helps older Pennsylvanians every day, and if you want to be part of that process, you can sign up to be a witness. The Pennsylvania Lottery openly recruits witnesses who will visit the studio and watch the drawings aired on television. According...
Classmates’ texts likely to be key evidence in investigation of teen’s death after chase
All eyes are on the legal system after the death of a Black 16-year-old after doorbell cameras recorded his classmates chasing him around his Lower Paxton Township home Friday night. “He just went to [expletive] Africa,” one of the teens yelled when Justin Johnson, who would have turned 17 on...
Victim IDs suspect in 2023 Harrisburg shooting from photos: police
A Harrisburg man was arrested this week for shooting another man multiple times in the city last fall, police said in court documents. Dayshawn L. Lee, 31, was charged on Nov. 16, 2023, with attempted homicide, aggravated assault and two firearms offenses after a shooting on the 1500 block of Vernon Street. He was arrested Tuesday.
Cumberland County man convicted of January 6 felonies identified by dating website
(WHTM) – A Cumberland County man was convicted of multiple felonies related to his actions on January 6 at the U.S. Capitol. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the District of Columbia, Joseph Pastucci of New Cumberland was convicted of three felony offenses, including obstruction of an official proceeding, civil disorder, and assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers.
Report: Vehicle crash on Paxton Street in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A vehicle crash was reported on the 2000 block of Paxton Street in Harrisburg around 7:45 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. There were no reports of injuries or road closures. Crews are responding to the scene. This story was curated by Hearst's...
2 Dauphin County real estate firms merge
Derry Township-based Capstone Commercial has merged with another real estate company. Lower Paxton Township-based Omni Realty Group merged into Capstone Commercial on March 25. The company was founded in 1998 by Mike Kushner. Omni Realty Group is a buyer/tenant representation agency. If you purchase a product or register for an...
New Dauphin County Playa Bowls announces grand opening date
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — A new Playa Bowls franchise in Dauphin County recently announced its upcoming grand opening date for later this month. A new Playa Bowls franchise will soon be opening its doors at the Park Village Plaza on 659 East Main Street, off Hershey Park Drive near U.S. 322 and U.S. 422.
AAA Central Penn collecting pet supplies for animal shelters
(WHTM)– Thursday’s hometown heroes are helping animal shelters. AAA Central Penn is collecting pet supplies at all its branches in the Midstate and to raise attention Speranza Animal Rescue brought along Stefan an American Staffordshire terrier who is up for adoption. The pet supply drive is looking for...
State Police honor fallen troopers at memorial service
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – In Pennsylvania State Police’s 119-year history, 104 State Troopers have lost their lives in service to the Commonwealth. Those troopers were recognized Thursday. “Our fallen troopers make the ultimate sacrifice for Pennsylvania – and while today we gather and honor their life in service,...
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