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LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Voters overwhelmingly rejected a proposal that would've established a dedicated library tax in Lancaster County. Roughly 63% of voters voted "no" on the countywide referendum on Election Day, according to unofficial results reported by the county. The proposed tax would've been 0.55 mills on...
Lebanon City 1111 Guilford St. — Robert L. Rice LLC to Cesar Franklin Liriano Torres, $550,000. 29 Guilford St. — Linda L. Seeger to Jessica Bell, $100,000. 428 Cumberland St. — Lancaster Area Habitat of Humanity Inc to Yousuf Abubeker and Neema Berih, $225,000. 698 N. 2nd Ave. — Shirley Ann Webster Estate to J&J Cuz LLC, $215,000. 407 E. Elm St. — IE Homes LLC to Oscar Felix Quinones Nieves and Lesliam Delgado Nieves, $335,000. 734 S. 7th St. — Meghan E. Schlegel and Edward L. Fruecht III, $325,000. Cleona Borough 3 Walnut Mill Ln. — Jo Ann Goddard Estate to Allen Blauch, $196,000. Cornwall Borough 146 Rexmont Rd. — James C. and Abby L. Cox to Jane E. and Michael H. Ansel, $651,000. Heidelberg Township 134 Marissa Ct. — Landmark Homes at 897 Inc to Kimberly S. May, $337,600. 182 Marissa Ct. — Landmark Homes at 897 Inc and Copper Ridge to Gale Weaver, $303,000. 176 Marissa Ct. — Landmark Homes at 897 Inc and Copper Ridge to Gale Weaver, $305,650. 180 Marissa Ct. — Landmark Homes at 897 Inc and Copper Ridge to Gale Weaver, $288,200. 178 Marissa Ct. — Landmark Homes at 897 Inc and Copper
A preliminary count of provisional ballots Friday in the race for Pennsylvania’s 41st House District put Democrat Brad Chambers ahead of incumbent Republican Brett Miller. When polls closed on Election Night, Miller held a 41-vote advantage over Chambers, 14,225 to 14,184. After adding 139 provisional votes to the tally...
Western Chester County shoppers have a new place to fill their carts this week, as Giant opens its newest supermarket in Sadsbury Township. The 60,000-square-foot store at 880 Nova Way in the Shoppes at Sadsbury will open its doors on Friday, Nov. 6, at 8 AM, writes Donna Rovins for The Daily Local News.
Every year, Jon Nicklow pages back through Glen Rock’s long story to find an anniversary to celebrate. And every year, that anniversary is remembered in bronze. A memorial to the borough’s Community Recreation Building rose to the top of the Glen Rock Historic Preservation Society’s list this year. The Baltimore Street building opened in 1926, though it did not live to celebrate its century birthday. The building, bad roof and all, was demolished in 2010. But memories remain — a host of them. It served as the Glen Rock High School gym, Borough Hall, police headquarters, the Glen Rock Carolers hall, site of countless community dinners and much more. “If you grew up in town,” Nicklow of the Historic Preservation Society said, “you definitely knew where it was.” At one point, the building was expanded to cover the family home of prominent residents Jim and Mark Kroh. Part of the Kroh residence later served as a kitchen for the community building. “Jim would say,” Nicklow recalled, “that he was born under the kitchen sink.” A Glen Rock building does not have to stand to gain a plaque. So the old building will receive its marker — a $3,000 investment in
OSJL marks 14th Pennsylvania location and first in Chester County
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Democrat Brad Chambers declared victory against Republican Rep. Brett Miller in a state House race that was too close to call on Election Day. Chambers leads Miller by about 40 votes as of Friday afternoon, according to Lancaster County's election results. Not all ballots have been counted and certified, and the Associated Press has not called the race.
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — A 24-acre property in Lancaster County, including just over a quarter mile of Conestoga River shoreline is now preserved. Lancaster Conservancy worked with a landowner to add a new conservation easement along the river south of Lancaster City. It also includes woodlands and tributaries to the river. “The owners of this […]
The Giant Company opened its new Parkesburg, Pennsylvania, store Nov. 6 at The Shoppes of Sadsbury, 880 Nova Way, marking the grocer’s 14th Giant store in Chester County. The 60,000-square-foot store operates 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. “There’s nothing better than opening the doors to a new Giant and welcoming...
🖥️ WHYY.org: Follow the latest election developments and track race results. 📱 WHYY App: Read midterm election updates and stream WHYY-FM. A blue tsunami uprooted the remaining red strongholds in Philadelphia’s suburbs. Democrats on Tuesday ousted all Republicans from the Pennsylvania legislature in Chester, Delaware and...
Kate Klunk has won reelection in the 169th District state House race, according to the unofficial election results from York County. With 22 of 22 precincts fully reporting, Republican incumbent Kate Klunk received 63% of the vote, with 16,389 votes, compared with Democratic challenger Austin Graham, who received 37% with 9,442 votes. The 169th District includes Hanover, Glen Rock, Railroad, Jefferson, New Freedom and Shrewsbury boroughs and Penn, Codorus, West Manheim, Manheim, Heidelberg and Shrewsbury townships. In her seventh race for the district, the 2026 margin of victory by 6,947 votes marked the closest race yet for Klunk. In her unopposed 2024 general election, Klunk received 30,234 votes, with just 1,542 write-in votes. 2022 marked the most recent contested general election race for Klunk, with Klunk defeating 2022 Democratic challenger Isaac Riston by a margin of 11,962 votes. Want Hanover and Adams County news delivered to your inbox? Sign up for the Hanover Daily Briefing newsletter by Harrison Jones here . Prior to the 2022 race, Klunk had defeated her first Democratic challenger, Sarah Hammond, in 2018 with a margin of 10,310 votes. Affordability emerged as a central issue for both candidates, although they approached it differently. More: Live coverage
An independent pet store that has operated in Susquehanna Township for four decades has relocated. This week, Abrams & Weakley — General Store for Pets moved into a new home at 3712 N. Sixth St., just two blocks from its original address. Owner Kristen Zellner said the new shop...
Phorid flies, small insects that often breed in moist areas, swarm homes and neighborhoods near Chester County mushroom farms each fall. This year, state officials are strengthening measures to control their spread. Eric Toedter is the founder and president of MYCOguard, a company that helps mushroom farms control pests. He said the flies feed on mushroom mycelium and can spread into nearby residential areas. They pose a challenge for farmers during the fall holiday season because fly populations peak when demand for mushrooms rises.
A Berks County company has been awarded more than $825,000 in state funding to replace diesel-powered equipment with an electric alternative as part of a statewide initiative aimed at reducing fuel costs and improving air quality. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced that AMG Resources will receive $825,840...
If you're looking for something to bring out the true spirit of the holidays, you'll want to visit the holiday light display at 1102 Nobb Hill Drive in West Chester. The lights, inflatables, and festive decorations are sure to bring smiles to the whole family, but it's the spirit of giving behind this beloved local tradition that makes it especially meaningful.
Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly has vetoed a bill, which would have allowed a charter amendment to go before voters that would have allowed council members more power in budget decisions.
(WHTM) — Toll booths are functionally a thing of the past and, soon, they physically will be too. The Pennsylvania Turnpike’s rollout of Open Road Tolling is expected to go live in early January from Reading west. New toll gantries — overhead equipment designed to read either your E-Z Pass or license plate while you […]
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Votes are still being counted in a Midstate race that is still too close to call. The 2026 General Election was held on November 3, which resulted in the Democratic Party winning big not only nationally, but also in Pennsylvania. Democrats secured a trifecta victory in the election, but one local race has yet to be called.
Drivers heading through Chester County have a little more driving room. After more than three years of construction, the Pennsylvania Turnpike has opened a widened, rebuilt stretch near the Downingtown Interchange, giving motorists three lanes in each direction along four miles of highway. The $214 million project, covering mileposts 312...
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Lebanon County road is closed as crews work to contain a gas leak that has also led to an evacuation Friday afternoon. A private contractor struck a gas line just before noon in the area of 20 N. Sheridan Road in Millcreek Township, Newmanstown Volunteer Fire Company said in […]
