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Smash burger is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside: Best Eats
Potato Coop is where they believe in “happy food.”. Owner Allen Peck has operated the Potato Coop food truck and trailer, catering to corporate events, gatherings and parties around central Pennsylvania for about 10 years. The restaurant opened in 2023 and specializes in all things potatoes, including french fries, plus burgers, wings and chicken tenders.
One, two, three: Susquenita T&F breaks school records
It was another busy week for the Blackhawks. On Saturday, April 27, Susquenita sent athletes to two different competitions, the Penn Relay Carnival and the 63rd Annual Cedar Cliff Relays. While the boys 4x400m headed to Philadelphia to compete against teams from across the globe at the oldest and largest...
Gillian Kratzer: Pa. surplus should help all residents
I guess it’s not important to keep $14 billion sitting in a bank account in Harrisburg after all. In February, Gov. Josh Shapiro introduced a budget with strong investments in education, community development and public transit. It included proposals to address housing, gun violence, teacher recruitment, higher education costs, medical debt and dozens more important investments. It also helped hundreds of thousands of workers by raising the minimum wage.
Teen Shot In Central PA, Police Say
The teen was found by officers responding to a call of shots fired in the Hall Manor apartment complex around 8 p.m. on May 8, the Bureau of Police detailed in the release. The boy was taken "to a local hospital for emergency care" for a "non-life-threatening gunshot wound," the police said.
Stained towel, bracelets taken from convicted killer’s property in homicide investigation
A stained towel was among the items Dauphin County police seized from a convicted murderer’s property while searching for a missing woman presumed dead, according to court documents obtained by PennLive. A green towel “with unknown substances/stains” was found the morning of March 20 in one of the four...
Will shuttered firehouse in Dauphin County deter voters in upcoming election?
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify Commissioner Mike Pries, not Commissioner George Hartwick, motioned to hold a special meeting. Furthermore, context has been added on temporary measures Dauphin County takes to make polling places that are not ADA-compliant accessible on Election Day. The abrupt closing of...
Allergy season back in force?
(WHTM) – Allergy season is back, and some might say with a vengeance. We asked an allergist if he’s seen an uptick in patients. He said no, but if you’re feeling worse than usual, it may be the weather. “We had a warm spell in early March,...
What $500,000 can buy you in Lancaster County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Lancaster County, here's what sold for or under $500,000 between April 29 and May 5. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top three properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
York, Pennsylvania Man Charged With Felony and Misdemeanors for Alleged Role in January 6 Capitol Riot
A Pennsylvania man was slapped with felony and misdemeanor charges for his alleged actions during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, which disrupted a congressional session meant to certify the 2020 election results. Gerald Powell, 51, from York, faced arrest after the FBI collared him on May 9, with charges including felony civil disorder and various misdemeanors, as per a criminal complaint filed in a the District of Columbia.
Tree laying on power lines reported in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A tree was reported down in Dauphin County Friday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. It was reported on the 400 block of North Second Street between State Street and South Street in Harrisburg around 5:30 a.m. According to Dauphin County dispatchers, the...
Dauphin County fire company inquiry started when Black applicant was turned away
The Pennsylvania attorney general’s office has reopened its investigation into the Friendship Fire Company in Bressler, a fire company recently shut down due to allegations of racial discrimination. The allegations included a March 16, 2024, incident where a Black man entered the Swatara Township department’s social club and asked...
Missing teen last seen near York County Chick-fil-A, police say
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager on Friday in York County. Southern Regional Police posted on Facebook, Jerusalem Mesos, 18, was last seen walking away from the Chick-fil-A in Shrewsbury at about 8 p.m. She was reportedly wearing black pants and a gray jacket. Police […]
‘Love, life and family’: Heartfelt, unique gifts touch these central Pa. moms
As Mother’s Day approaches, PennLive talked to some community leaders, who are also moms, about what the holiday means to them and their best gifts. Here’s what they shared:. Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Former Lancaster County youth sports organization treasurer charged with stealing $184K
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– A former treasurer for a non-profit youth sports organization in Lancaster County has been charged with stealing funds. Kimberly Clark, 47, of Columbia, is accused of stealing over $184,000 from the Columbia Boys Athletic Association (CBAA) when she was co-treasurer, according to the charges filed by Columbia Borough Police. In a […]
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