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Police respond to standoff in Lancaster

James Crummel — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:27:00 EDT

Police in Lancaster responded to a standoff along the 600 block of East King Street early Saturday morning.

Rotary International District 7390 exhibits community projects

Katie Mae Bassler — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:23:00 EDT

Rotary International District 7390 held its District Conference at the Radisson in Camp Hill.

1 hospitalized following single-vehicle crash in Palmyra

Katie Mae Bassler — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:04:00 EDT

Authorities responded to a single-vehicle crash in Palmyra that sent one person to the hospital on Friday night.

Powerball jackpot sets new record

Myles Snyder — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:09:00 EDT

The Powerball lottery is offering its highest jackpot ever.

Harrisburg School Board approves recovery plan

Dan Carrigan — Sat, 18 May 2013 10:41:00 EDT

The Harrisburg School Board unanimously approved the state-appointed recovery officer's plan, which includes a tax increase and a cut to employee costs and benefits.

Cameron St. reopened, downed wires cleared

Sari Heidenreich — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:56:00 EDT

Cameron Street has reopened after being shut down for almost three hours because of downed wires.

Vineyard at Hershey to branch out to brew

Mark Hall — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:29:00 EDT

The Vineyard at Hershey is taking on a new look, and the owners say they have their customers to thank for the idea.

Will students turn backs on Corbett?

Karissa Shatzer — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:03:00 EDT

Usually, it is an honor when a sitting governor gives a commencement speech. But at Millersville University, Gov. Tom Corbett's scheduled address is causing unrest with some soon-to-be graduates.

GOP titans squaring off for Dauphin County judge

Dennis Owens — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT

Dauphin County Republicans will have a Solomon-like decision to make come Tuesday's election.

Shop talk: Harrisburg mayor must focus on small business

Dave Marcheskie — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:43:00 EDT

If the head of a city is the mayor, then Harrisburg's backbone is small business. Local owners are paying close attention to the candidates and their plan for Harrisburg's economic growth.

Police arrest juveniles for string of Lancaster Co. arsons

Sari Heidenreich — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:13:00 EDT

Two juveniles have been charged with setting three vacant buildings on fire in Lancaster, according to Manheim Township Police.

Commissioner to undergo bone marrow transplant

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

Franklin County Commissioner Bob Thomas said Friday he will stick with his post while he undergoes a bone marrow transplant.

Annville man jailed for vehicle arson

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:47:00 EDT

Police said they arrested an Annville man after he allegedly set fire to a van in South Lebanon Township last week.

Ex-teacher charged with corruption of minors

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:39:00 EDT

A former teacher at Williams Valley High School has been charged with corruption of minors.

Woman scorned tipped cops to ex's pot crop

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:03:00 EDT

Police said they seized 48 potted marijuana plants from a York County man after his estranged wife tipped off officers to his backyard growing operation.

Opa! Greek Fest gets underway

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:30:00 EDT

A three-day festival that celebrates everything Greek began Friday at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral.

Another union at odds with West Shore School District

Dan Carrigan — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:26:00 EDT

For the second time in under week, a group of employees took aim at the West Shore School Board.

PennDOT to Repair Route 999 near Millersville

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:17:00 EDT

PennDOT announced Friday that drainage work will begin May 21 on a 3.5-mile section of Route 999 from the intersection with North George Street in Millersville to Central Manor Road in Manor Township, Lancaster County.

Conewago Township fire considered suspicious

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:31:00 EDT

Police in York County said a fire that damaged the front porch of a Conewago Township home is considered suspicious.

Lebanon man dies in motorcycle crash

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

A Lebanon man died Thursday night after he crashed a motorcycle into a trailer in South Londonderry Township.

Police seek man's ID in fraud case

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:41:00 EDT

Police are trying to identify a man who's suspected of using a stolen credit card.

8 indicted for dealing drugs in York

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:12:00 EDT

Federal prosecutors said eight men affiliated with the Latin Kings street gang have been indicted for drug trafficking in York.

2 rescued from Susquehanna River

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:57:00 EDT

Two men were rescued from the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg after their raft capsized at the Dock Street Dam.

French out as head coach of Hershey Bears

Myles Snyder — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:47:00 EDT

Mark French will not return as head coach of the Hershey Bears for the 2013-2014 season.

Alternative treatment offers allergy relief

James Crummel — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:16:00 EDT

If you live with allergies, you know how tough it is to deal with the headaches, sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes. Good news: there's a treatment that could help. Low dose allergen therapy may sound extreme, but people who have done it swear by it.

Boy, 9, takes first steps since beating rare disease

Al Gnoza — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:59:00 EDT

Like most young boys, nine-year-old Deven Jackson of Shermans Dale, Perry County was getting pretty dirty while playing in his backyard the night we visited him.

Oil spill closed Lancaster Co. road, 2 crashes

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:23:00 EDT

An oil spill from a school bus caused two minor accident and shut down a Manor Township road for five hours this morning, according to Manor Township Police. Police say a high pressure oil line ruptured

Adams Co. bridge replaced, removed from structurally deficit list

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:16:00 EDT

A structurally deficit bridge in Adams County has been replaced and reopend after being reduced to one lane of traffic since last summer, said PennDOT spokesman Greg Penny.

Steelton man featured in "Man of Steel" movie trailer

Karissa Shatzer — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:03:00 EDT

If you go to the movies, look for a local soldier in a preview. A PA National Guard member, who works at Fort Indiantown Gap, is featured in a trailer for the new Superman movie, "Man of Steel." Specialist

Midstaters keep close eye on Harrisburg mayoral race

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:58:00 EDT

With just days until the May Primary Election, even those without a Harrisburg vote are watching the city's mayoral race closely.

Middletown business owners support revitalization discussions

Mark Hall — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:39:00 EDT

Middletown Borough officials received a letter from signed by several downtown Middletown business owners pledging their support for the borough to pursue a revitalization plan. Right now the project

Accused sex offender arrested in Hanover

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:36:00 EDT

The U.S. Marshals Service said it has arrested a man wanted for sexual offenses against a minor.

3 arrested for thefts in Susquehanna Township

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:11:00 EDT

Police in suburban Harrisburg said they arrested three young men for breaking into several vehicles early Thursday.

DEP recovers lost nuclear gauge

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:39:00 EDT

The state Department of Environmental Protection has recovered a nuclear gauge containing radioactive material that was lost earlier this month.

State police to offer child safety seat checks

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:02:00 EDT

Pennsylvania State Police will offer free child safety seat inspections across the state from May 20 to June 2.

Funeral held for former Gov. George Leader

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:18:00 EDT

A funeral service was held in Hershey this morning for former Pennsylvania Governor George Leader.

Police: Boy, 6, kicked in throat by pony

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:08:00 EDT

A 6-year-old boy was flown to a hospital Thursday morning after he was kicked in the throat by a pony, according to police.

2 displaced by early morning fire in Lebanon Co.

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:30:00 EDT

Two people were displaced in an early morning house fire in Lebanon County this morning, according to the Red Cross.

Harrisburg men convicted of cocaine trafficking

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:24:00 EDT

A federal jury has convicted two Harrisburg men for conspiracy and distribution of cocaine and crack cocaine, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Thursday.

2 stole $500 in cosmetics in Hershey, police say

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:54:00 EDT

Police are working to identify two people suspected of stealing more than $500 worth of cosmetics from the Giant food store in Hershey.

Police: Man stole car while owner inflated tire

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:06:00 EDT

Police in Lancaster County are asking the public to help them identify a man who allegedly stole a car while the owner was putting air in a tire.

Harrisburg mayoral candidates talk bankruptcy vs. receivership

Dave Marcheskie — Thu, 16 May 2013 09:57:00 EDT

Bankruptcy or receivership? That is a choice Harrisburg voters will have to make when they punch their ballot next Tuesday.

PennDOT: I-81 ramp demolition to begin within days

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 09:13:00 EDT

Demolition work is expected to begin within the next several days on the Interstate 81 ramp damaged by a fiery tanker crash last week, PennDOT announced Wednesday.

Trucker injured in crash on Route 581 exit

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:05:00 EDT

A truck driver sustained minor injuries Thursday morning when he crashed his tractor-trailer while exiting Route 581 at the Carlisle Pike in Hampden Township, Cumberland County.

Discrepancy over raw sewage in Camp Hill

James Crummel — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:57:00 EDT

The Department of Environment Protection says the borough of Camp Hill isn't telling the entire story about an agreement to pay a big fine for releasing sewage into the Conodoguinet Creek.

Habitat for Humanity turning old Troeg's facility into re-store

Al Gnoza — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:54:00 EDT

Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Harrisburg Area will be taking over the old Troeg's Brewery facility in Harrisburg. They've secured a lease on the building at 800 Paxton Street to use it as a re-store.

York superintendent, board members quit

James Crummel — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:46:00 EDT

A big shake-up in the York City School District: The district has no superintendent. She suddenly quit Wednesday night, and she wasn't alone.

Upper Allen police investigate possible luring attempt

Myles Snyder — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:29:00 EDT

Police are investigating a report that man tried to lure an elementary school-aged girl from the driveway of her Mechanicsburg area home Wednesday afternoon.

Police ID motorcyclist killed in Washington Boro

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:34:00 EDT

Police have identified a motorcyclist who was fatally injured Sunday afternoon when he collided with a pickup truck in Lancaster County.

Body found in Susquehanna ID'd as missing Harrisburg man

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:27:00 EDT

A body pulled from the Susquehanna River at the Safe Harbor Dam in Lancaster County earlier this month has been identified as that of a suburban Harrisburg man who went missing in February.

Ambulance companies feeling pinch from medication shortage

Mark Hall — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

Ambulance companies across the nation and in our region are feeling the pinch of a shortage of life saving medications.

Injured Lancaster firefighter returns home after months in hospital

Karissa Shatzer — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:09:00 EDT

One of the goals for the Lancaster City Fire Department is to get everyone home safely every day. For Lt. Andre Kelley, it took three months to get home.

Franklin County company to create 50 new jobs

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:17:00 EDT

A Chambersburg company will expand operations and add 50 new jobs to Franklin County.

Pa. House OKs 50/50 games for minor league sports

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 EDT

Pennsylvania's minor league sports and NFL teams would be allowed to run 50/50 drawings at home games under legislation passed Wednesday by the state House of Representatives.

Middletown man wanted for 2012 assault found, arrested in Harrisburg

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:39:00 EDT

A Middletown man wanted in connection with a 2012 assault was found and arrested in Harrisburg on Tuesday.

Bill to prevent child ID theft headed to Senate

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:46:00 EDT

Legislation that would increase the penalty for identity theft committed against children is headed to the Pennsylvania Senate.

House passes online impersonation bill

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:34:00 EDT

The state House of Representatives has passed legislation to create a new offense of online impersonation.

FedEx plans new facility near Harrisburg

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:04:00 EDT

FedEx plans to build a new distribution center that will bring more than 100 jobs to the Harrisburg area once the facility is completed in August 2014.

Wildwood Park set to reopen Monday

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:50:00 EDT

Wildwood Park will remain closed through the weekend because of a fuel spill caused by last week's tanker crash along Interstate 81 in Harrisburg.

Lancaster man, 23, arrested following attempted robbery

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:31:00 EDT

Gordon Erisman, 23, of Lancaster was taken into custody on Monday following an investigation into an attempted robbery from June of 2012.

Corbett taps CV chief to head Education Department

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:23:00 EDT

Governor Tom Corbett has announced a change of leadership in the state Department of Education.

Suspect in custody after search near Park City Mall

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:01:00 EDT

Police in Lancaster searched by air and on the ground this morning before capturing a suspect wanted for weapons violations.

Teen waives hearing in Harrisburg homicide

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:53:00 EDT

One of two teenagers charged in the shooting death of a Harrisburg man is headed to trial.

Township to honor Newville soldier who died in Iraq war

Myles Snyder — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:38:00 EDT

A Newville area soldier who was killed in Iraq will have a memorial plaque unveiled in his honor at the West Pennsboro Township Park.

Campaign finance: who's the front-runner for Harrisburg mayor?

Megan Healey — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:06:00 EDT

Three of the four Democratic candidates for Harrisburg mayor filed campaign reports with the Dauphin County Board of Elections this week.

Poll: Crime 'most important problem' facing Harrisburg

Dave Marcheskie — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:50:00 EDT

Crime is the most important problem facing Harrisburg, according to a recent poll. Mayoral candidates discussed how they plan to tackle crime in the city.

Midstate Mysteries: The man murdered near the bus stop

Ali Lanyon — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:17:00 EDT

For four years, Maria Vindas has lived without answers.

York homicide suspect found, arrested in Memphis, Tenn.

Katie Mae Bassler — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:13:00 EDT

United States Marshals arrested 23-year-old Derrick Eugene Johnson in Memphis, Tenn. on Monday, May 13 after being named a suspect in a York homicide.

Pa. gets $2M in emergency funding for tanker fire repairs

Myles Snyder — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:34:00 EDT

The U.S. Department of Transportation will send $2 million in emergency funding to Pennsylvania for repairs to two bridges damaged by a fiery tanker crash on Interstate 81 near Harrisburg.

Guns stolen from Perry County homes

Myles Snyder — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:41:00 EDT

State police in Newport are investigating the theft of guns during burglaries at two Perry County homes.

Lower Paxton police investigate burglary at Colonial Lounge

Myles Snyder — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:22:00 EDT

Police in Lower Paxton Township, Dauphin County said they are investigating a burglary of the Colonial Lounge.

Pa. House gets bill to limit motorcycle learner permits

Myles Snyder — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:16:00 EDT

The House Transportation Committee has unanimously approved legislation that would limit the number of times people can apply for a motorcycle learner's permit.

Lancaster man arrested in home burglary

Myles Snyder — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:15:00 EDT

A Lancaster man arrested for a home burglary last week in the 400 block of East Grant Street is a suspect in at least two similar crimes, city police said Monday.

Police continue attempt to ID body found in Susquehanna River

Myles Snyder — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:58:00 EDT

Police investigating the discovery of a body in the Susquehanna River earlier this month have released a photograph of a jacket found on the body.

Funeral for Bishop McFadden to be held Wednesday

Sari Heidenreich — Fri, 3 May 2013 16:00:00 EDT

The funeral services for the late Bishop Joseph P. McFadden will be held on Wednesday morning, according to the Diocese of Harrisburg.

Police announce 22 new arrests in retail theft ring

Myles Snyder — Fri, 3 May 2013 11:00:00 EDT

West York police announced Friday that they have arrested an additional 22 people for their involvement in an organized retail crime ring.

Harrisburg schools recovery officer fields questions

Dan Carrigan — Fri, 3 May 2013 10:24:00 EDT

Gene Veno, the chief recovery officer for the Harrisburg School District, questions from the public Thursday night at the Midtown Scholar Bookstore.

York's charter school model nixed by recovery board

Alexandria Hoff — Fri, 3 May 2013 10:08:00 EDT

A proposal to turn the York City School District into a charter school only program was overwhelmingly rejected by a recovery board Thursday night, 19 to 1.

Bridge work in Harrisburg to begin May 13

Myles Snyder — Fri, 3 May 2013 10:03:00 EDT

A new bridge repair project is about to begin on the two Interstate 81 ramps that cross over northbound Front Street in Harrisburg just east of the George Wade Memorial Bridge over the Susquehanna River, according to PennDOT.

Police announce charges against man struck on I-83

Myles Snyder — Fri, 3 May 2013 08:56:00 EDT

Police have announced criminal charges against a Steelton man who was struck by a vehicle on Interstate 83 this week while running from officers at the Harrisburg Mall.

Daughter voices anger at mom found after 11 years

Fri, 3 May 2013 05:47:00 EDT

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - The teenage daughter of a woman who secretly left her family 11 years ago says she's angry and doesn't want to have a relationship with her.

Parishes plan to honor Bishop McFadden

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 2 May 2013 23:38:00 EDT

Several midstate parishes have planned ot honor Harrisburg Bishop Joseph P. McFadden following his sudden death on Thursday.

Pa. sends warning over raw milk from York County dairy

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 23:18:00 EDT

The Pennsylvania departments of Health and Agriculture are warning people who bought raw milk and raw milk cheese from Stump Acres Dairy in New Salem to throw it out immediately because of the risk of listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Man's body found in Susquehanna River

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 2 May 2013 22:17:00 EDT

An autopsy is planned Friday on a body pulled from the Susquehanna River in Lancaster County.

Lancaster schools take action after infant found in trash

Karissa Shatzer — Thu, 2 May 2013 21:08:00 EDT

Officials in the School District of Lancaster are taking action after the arrest of a student accused of leaving her infant in a restroom trash can at McCaskey East High School.

Police: Woman stole over $175K from employer

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 2 May 2013 20:56:00 EDT

A 46-year-old Lancaster County woman has been charged with stealing more than $175,000 from her employer, according to Strasburg police.

Funeral to be held Friday for fallen fire chief

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 2 May 2013 20:40:00 EDT

A fallen York County fire chief will be remembered with a funeral and procession Friday.

Coroners, law enforcement hold crime scene training

Valerie Pritchett — Thu, 2 May 2013 18:19:00 EDT

The crime scene is a hotel room in Dauphin County. Investigators gather around the bloody and battered body of a woman. A knife is nearby. But this not a real crime scene. It's a mock one, meant to train coroners and law enforcement officials from Pennsylvania and Maryland.

2 injured in plane crash in York County

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 16:27:00 EDT

Two people were injured when a small plane crashed on takeoff Thursday morning at an airport south of Brogue in York County, according to state police.

Cruise-in planned for state Capitol

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 15:48:00 EDT

Pennsylvania lawmakers are inviting automobile fanatics to show off their antique and classic cars and trucks at an event outside the state Capitol next month.

Sadness fills diocese in wake of bishop's passing

Dave Marcheskie — Thu, 2 May 2013 15:21:00 EDT

Somber and sadness hung heavy Thursday around the Diocese of Harrisburg, where many were shocked to hear about the loss of Bishop Joseph McFadden.

Harrisburg Diocese announces death of Bishop McFadden

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 15:19:00 EDT

Bishop Joseph P. McFadden, the leader of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, has died unexpectedly in Philadelphia.

Leola man arrested for burglaries

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 14:19:00 EDT

A Leola man has been arrested for several recent burglaries and thefts of gasoline from business maintenance sheds, according to police.

Police: Manchester girl lied about assault

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

A 15-year-old Manchester girl who reported that she was assaulted by four young men as she walked home from school last month has admitted she lied about the incident, according to police.

Student arrested for dead baby at Lancaster high school

Sari Heidenreich — Thu, 2 May 2013 12:10:00 EDT

Lancaster police said they have arrested a McCaskey East High School student who gave birth in a school restroom and then left the baby in a trash can.

Police investigate armed robberies near York College

Ali Lanyon — Thu, 2 May 2013 11:28:00 EDT

York College was under lockdown early Thursday after reports of armed robberies near the campus.

Driver exposed himself to woman on Route 15

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 10:37:00 EDT

Police are investigating a report that a man exposed himself to a woman while he was driving along Route 15 in Cumberland County.

Police: Woman lied about child sexual abuse

Myles Snyder — Thu, 2 May 2013 08:58:00 EDT

A Hanover woman was arrested for endangering the welfare of a child after she gave a false report of sexual abuse, police said.

Police renew effort to ID man found in river in '98

Janel Knight — Thu, 2 May 2013 06:55:00 EDT

Police in Lancaster County are looking for the public's help to identify a man found dead in the Susquehanna River 15 years ago.

In wake of 3 shootings, police heavily patrol neighborhoods

Megan Healey — Thu, 2 May 2013 06:46:00 EDT

It's certainly been a rough week for crime in Harrisburg, but Sergeant Thomas Carter is keeping a positive attitude.

Is it a good idea to vacation at the Jersey Shore this summer?

James Crummel — Wed, 1 May 2013 23:30:00 EDT

Summer is almost here, and many of you are thinking about vacations. For some, that will include a trip to the beach. Many midstaters travel to the Jersey Shore every year. But after Hurricane Sandy, is now a good time?

One person injured in industrial accident in Lebanon

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 1 May 2013 22:21:00 EDT

An industrial accident in Lebanon County has left one person injured.

Duncannon authorities respond to water main break

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 1 May 2013 21:33:00 EDT

Duncannon authorities were called to the scene of a reported water main break on Wednesday evening.

Report: Harrisburg's federal courthouse on priority list

Dave Marcheskie — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:48:00 EDT

Did Harrisburg make the cut? A government agency released a new report with recommendations to Congress on building federal courthouses nationwide.

Corbett: Some unemployed can't pass drug tests

Dennis Owens — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:42:00 EDT

Critics, mostly Democrats, are pouncing on Governor Tom Corbett for suggesting that the unemployed can't get jobs because they can't pass drug tests.

Pa. lawmaker wants crackdown on undercover video

James Crummel — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

A state lawmaker from Lancaster County wants to crack down on people who secretly videotape farms.

Lower Paxton Township police are collecting prescription drugs

Mark Hall — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:28:00 EDT

Lower Paxton Township police took a step forward in preventing dangerous prescription drugs from getting on the streets.

Central Pa. woman found 11 years after disappearance

Karissa Shatzer — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

A woman who went missing from her central Pennsylvania home more than 11 years ago has been found alive in Florida.

Harrisburg teen shot in face

Myles Snyder — Wed, 1 May 2013 18:15:00 EDT

A 17-year-old suffered non-life threatening injuries when he was shot in the face in Harrisburg Tuesday night, according to police.

Lawmakers mull next step on contentious Plan B pill

Wed, 1 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

Backed into a corner by a federal court, the Obama administration is considering next steps a day after it upset both sides in the politically charged issue of emergency contraception.

Harrisburg homicide suspect surrenders to police

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 1 May 2013 17:26:00 EDT

Authorities say the 17-year-old suspect in this weekend's homicide in Harrisburg has surrendered to police.

Stabbing in Harrisburg store over rivalry, police say

Myles Snyder — Wed, 1 May 2013 16:04:00 EDT

A stabbing incident inside a Harrisburg convenience store that left two men wounded was the result of an ongoing rivalry between the two, police said Wednesday.

Employee conspires to rob business with partner

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 1 May 2013 16:02:00 EDT

Police say an East Petersburg restaurant worker conspired with another man to take money from his employer.

Missing woman from Camp Hill found

Sari Heidenreich — Wed, 1 May 2013 14:28:00 EDT

A 33-year-old Camp Hill woman who had been reported missing has been found safe and unharmed, according to police.

Life Lion lands, Carlisle Pike North shut down after accident

Sari Heidenreich — Wed, 1 May 2013 14:27:00 EDT

The northbound lanes of the Carlisle Pike are shut down near the intersection with Gateway Drive.

Corbett nominates Camp Hill woman as physician general

Myles Snyder — Wed, 1 May 2013 14:21:00 EDT

Governor Tom Corbett announced Wednesday that he has nominated Dr. Carrie DeLone for the state's physician general.

Pa. creates 2nd management area for fatal deer disease

Myles Snyder — Wed, 1 May 2013 14:09:00 EDT

The Pennsylvania Game Commission has ordered new regulations and restrictions in an area where hunters killed deer with chronic wasting disease.

Harrisburg police: man shot in leg in Allison Hill

Sari Heidenreich — Wed, 1 May 2013 14:06:00 EDT

A man was shot in the leg near the corner of 18th and Market Streets in Harrisburg Wednesday afternoon, according to Harrisburg police.

Corbett orders flags lowered for fallen Navy SEAL

Myles Snyder — Wed, 1 May 2013 13:26:00 EDT

Governor Tom Corbett on Wednesday ordered all United States and Pennsylvania flags in the Capitol Complex and at commonwealth facilities in Dauphin County to fly at half-staff on Friday to honor U.S. Navy Special Warfare Operator Chief Brett D. Shadle.

2 arrested following drug raid at Annville residence

Katie Mae Bassler — Wed, 1 May 2013 13:18:00 EDT

Two men were arrested following a police search of an Annville home during which officers found a significant amounts of drugs including psilocybin mushrooms.

A cloudier weekend forecast, but mainly dry

Sat, 18 May 2013 07:29:00 EDT

We can still expect seasonal warmth this weekend, but additional clouds will limit the amount of sunshine...

Newport family displaced by 2-alarm house fire

Kendra Nichols — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:26:00 EDT

A family of three was displaced from their Newport home by a two-alarm fire so intense that it damaged several neighboring homes and vehicles.

Pa. coffee run leads to hatchet hitchhiker arrest

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:45:00 EDT

Two cups of coffee ended life on the run for an Internet sensation known as Kai the hatchet-wielding hitchhiker.

Birth of anteater has Conn. zoo staff puzzled

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:51:00 EDT

An anteater has given birth at a Connecticut conservation center, prompting officials there to wonder how the mother conceived.