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New Perry County Dunkin’ holds grand opening
NEWPORT, Pa. (WHTM) — A new Dunkin’ restaurant will open its doors Thursday in Perry County. According to Dunkin’, the new 3,200-square-foot restaurant will be opening in Newport on 315 Bretz Court and create approximately 30 jobs. The new Dunkin’ restaurant features a drive-thru in addition to...
See all homes sold in Perry County, May 20 to May 26
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Perry County reported from May 20 to May 26. There were 5 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,232-square-foot home on South Fourth Street in Oliver Township that sold for $200,000.
Archeologists unearth history at Carlisle Barracks
An archeological survey completed last week has put to rest a persistent question surrounding a Revolutionary War-era building at Carlisle Barracks. A team from Juniata College found the underground remnants of support buttresses that confirm that the Hessian Powder Magazine was designed and built in 1777 to store gunpowder for the Continental Army.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Look To Close Seat Belt Loophole
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Look To Close Seat Belt Loophole. (Harrisburg, PA) -- Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking to close a seat belt loophole for little kids. The Pennsylvania House last week approved a change that would end the seat belt exemption for large trucks in the state. Currently Pennsylvania law doesn't require kids to wear seat belts in any truck larger than seven thousand-pounds. That means drivers of heavy duty trucks and Hummers don't have to buckle-in their kids. State Rep. Joe McAndrew says he wants to make sure that all kids are protected.
On this date: moving a Mechanicsburg landmark
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) It’s believed to be the oldest building in Mechanicsburg, and on May 31, 1984, it moved to a new location. According to the Mechanicsburg Museum Association, George Frankenberger was one of the community’s first residents. In 1801 he applied for a license to use his brand-new log home as a tavern. Over the years, the building was modified, most notably by adding a third floor.
Nonprofit builds tiny home community for veterans
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Dauphin County nonprofit is opening a new community of tiny homes. Theses home are located right off of Front Street in Harrisburg and were built by Veterans Outreach of Pennsylvania. It calls the community Veterans Grove, and its goal is to provide housing for veterans...
Future site options being considered for Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute
Penn State Health has announced that it’s exploring the possibility of new locations for Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute’s inpatient and outpatient services. The lease for Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute’s current location at 2501 N. Third St. in Harrisburg will expire on May 31, 2026. Penn State Health said that to date the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute has been unable to extend its lease. Because of that, Penn State Health said it must consider other site options for the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute in order to ensure continuity of services for its patients. Work on a new site will need to begin by late summer this year, Penn State Health officials said.
Harrisburg artist opens studio, community creative space
Julia Mallory has always been a creative person, but, until now, has never had a place of her own to bring her love of poetry, art and education together. Recently, that changed when she cut the ribbon on Ten Oh! Six, her new studio and community gathering space on N. 3rd Street in Harrisburg.
Dauphin County approves $110k to NRA, former commissioner
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Dauphin County approved the allocation of $110,000 to the National Rifle Association and one former county commissioner. Commissioners voted Wednesday 2-1 to approve the payment. Democrat Justin Douglas voted no, while Republican Mike Pries and Democrat George Hartwick supported the move. “I think any time...
Park Plan: A proposed Allison Hill park is generating neighborhood enthusiasm—along with some concern
Malissa Gaddy longs for a better view from her home in Harrisburg’s Allison Hill. At the moment, she sees a vacant block and occasional dumping ground. “If they don’t put something here, it’s going to continue to be a dumpster,” she said. “I don’t like looking out my back door, and I think it’s time for the Hill to actually have some greenery. If we don’t have educational things for these children to learn from, as in what plants actually do, they’re going to continue to walk by a flower and stomp on it.”
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