Saturday, May 18 2013 10:41 AM EDT2013-05-18 14:41:18 GMT
During an emotional meeting the Harrisburg School Board unanimously passed the state appointed recovery officer's district recovery plan. A special session was held Friday evening for the matter. TheMore >>
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.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:29 AM EDT2013-05-16 10:29:17 GMT
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.More >>
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.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:56 PM EDT2013-05-16 00:56:11 GMT
You still need permission and the proper government permits, but a recent change to Kutztown University's weapons policy does allow firearms in certain areas. The state owned university in Berks CountyMore >>
Kutztown University in Berks County recently made a change to its weapons policy.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:43 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:43:10 GMT
Several years after a fire destroyed their synagogue, Chisuk Emuna Congregation now has a place to call their own. More >>
Several years after a fire destroyed their synagogue, Chisuk Emuna Congregation now has a place to call their own. A dedication ceremony was held Tuesday night at the brand new synagogue at Green and Vaughn streets in Harrisburg.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:04 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:04:41 GMT
A potential teacher salary freeze is at the center of a controversy in the West Shore School District, but it's not because teachers are against it.More >>
A potential teacher salary freeze is at the center of a controversy in the West Shore School District, but it's not because teachers are against it.More >>
Saturday, May 11 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-05-11 15:07:04 GMT
Gridlock, stop and go, bumper to bumper traffic on the east and west shores Friday night as drivers tried to navigate multiple closures on Interstate 81. I Silver Spring Township a fatal accident closedMore >>
Gridlock, stop-and-go, bumper-to-bumper traffic on the east and west shores Friday night. Many drivers tried to find ways to make the congestion work. State police say slow down and leave extra time.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:52 AM EDT2013-05-09 08:52:26 GMT
Harrisburg mayoral candidates gathered for a debate Wednesday night at the Harrisburg Hilton Hotel. For nearly two hours the five candidates discussed everything from the city's financial troubles to crime. TheMore >>
With the Democratic primary less than two weeks away, Harrisburg mayoral candidates squared off for a debate.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-07 22:24:20 GMT
It's considered to be a milestone for gay rights here in Pennsylvania. On Tuesday, lawmakers announced House and Senate Bill 300. Other bills like it have failed before. However, this time they haveMore >>
It's considered a milestone for gay rights in Pennsylvania: on Tuesday, lawmakers announced that over 100 members of the general assembly, both Democrats and Republicans, signed a measure that would ban discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:42 AM EDT2013-05-07 13:42:57 GMT
The Dauphin County coroner and a forensics team are digging in a Harrisburg backyard, looking for a body in relation to a case that's more than 10 years old.More >>
The Dauphin County coroner and a forensics team are digging in a Harrisburg backyard, looking for a body in relation to a case that's more than 10 years old.
Saturday, May 4 2013 11:14 AM EDT2013-05-04 15:14:06 GMT
It sounds like gas prices won't go much lower in the near future, but they also won't be going up much higher either. According to AAA our gas prices peaked earlier this year. "We paid the price thenMore >>
On Friday, the average for a gallon of regular in the Harrisburg area is about $3.38. Everyone would like to pay less but its not so bad when you remember that gas was $3.60 last month, $3.80 last year. So how long will the price dip last?More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 10:24 AM EDT2013-05-03 14:24:53 GMT
Gene Veno, the chief recovery officer for the Harrisburg School District, questions from the public Thursday night at the Midtown Scholar Bookstore.More >>
Gene Veno, the chief recovery officer for the Harrisburg School District, questions from the public Thursday night at the Midtown Scholar Bookstore.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-05-02 16:10:10 GMT
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.More >>
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.More >>
For the second time in five months, a Gettysburg man is facing multiple charges following an investigation into child pornography and sexual abuse.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 10:57 AM EDT2013-04-27 14:57:17 GMT
Their were tears, jeers and spirited debate all packed into apublic meeting where the public weighed in on Harrisburg SchoolDistrict's recovery plan. A large crowd gathered in the Marshall ElementaryMore >>
Their were tears, jeers and spirited debate all packed into a meeting where the public weighed in on Harrisburg School District's recovery plan.More >>
Friday, April 26 2013 10:11 AM EDT2013-04-26 14:11:24 GMT
Thursday afternoon, Dauphin County and Harrisburg city leaders held a press conference near Sycamore and South Cameron Streets. More >>
Thursday afternoon, Dauphin County and Harrisburg city leaders held a press conference near Sycamore and South Cameron Streets. A podium was set up in the middle of an inconspicuous parking lot; the site of some serious illegal dumping.More >>
Thursday, April 18 2013 9:37 AM EDT2013-04-18 13:37:27 GMT
At a joint committee meeting Wednesdaynight members of Harrisburg City Council discussed a new measure thatwould regulate the conditions and how long a dog can be tetheredoutside. We haven't quite hitMore >>
At a joint committee meeting Wednesday night, members of Harrisburg City Council discussed a new measure that would regulate dog tethering.More >>
Thursday, April 11 2013 9:15 AM EDT2013-04-11 13:15:44 GMT
The South Middleton Education Association and the school board met Wednesday night for the first time since the board rejected a fact finder's report early last month.More >>
The South Middleton Education Association and the school board met Wednesday night for the first time since the board rejected a fact finder's report early last month.More >>
Saturday, April 6 2013 10:58 AM EDT2013-04-06 14:58:12 GMT
While Elizabethtown College officials continue to investigateseveral incidents of inappropriate comments and messages written onwhite boards on campus, students took a stand. Friday night a groupgatheredMore >>
While Elizabethtown College officials continue to investigate several incidents of inappropriate comments and messages written on white boards on campus, students took a stand.More >>
Thursday, April 4 2013 9:50 AM EDT2013-04-04 13:50:50 GMT
Ken Sheffer says he was born to fightfires. He is a third generation firefighter, credited with savinglives, over a 28 year career with York City. Sheffer told abc27, "IfI had the chance I wouldMore >>
Ken Sheffer said he was born to fight fires. He is a third generation firefighter, credited with saving lives over a 28-year career with York City.More >>
Wednesday, April 3 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-04-03 13:19:08 GMT
Federal investigators hosted two rounds of meetings at Chambersburg Area Senior High School's auditorium Tuesday; one for teachers, the other for parents.More >>
Federal investigators hosted two rounds of meetings at Chambersburg Area Senior High School's auditorium Tuesday; one for teachers, the other for parents. The goal was to share information about the recent arrest of high school Spanish teacher Jeffrey Schmutzler.More >>
Saturday, March 30 2013 1:32 PM EDT2013-03-30 17:32:26 GMT
A handful of Perry County residents let off a little steam, by organizing a trash cleanup in the area of North Sixth and Reilly Streets in Harrisburg. Upset because of Mayor Linda Thompson's recent commentMore >>
Following Harrisburg Mayor Linda Thompson's now infamous comment, some Perry County residents reacted by traveling to Harrisburg and lending their hands to help the capital city.More >>
Friday, March 29 2013 9:21 AM EDT2013-03-29 13:21:22 GMT
A high school community rocked by the charges against a standout athlete. We spoke with a fellow Central Dauphin athlete and friend of Zayd Issah. "When I heard that I was extremely shocked, like that'sMore >>
We spoke with a friend and classmate who was still in utter disbelief that Zayd Issah is facing criminal charges.
Wednesday, March 27 2013 5:13 AM EDT2013-03-27 09:13:25 GMT
For nearly three hours same-sex marriage supporters gathered on the steps of the Federal Building in Harrisburg. The rally coincided with the U.S. Supreme Court's history-making challenges to the legalMore >>
With eyes on the Supreme Court, same-sex marriage supporters rallied in Lancaster and Harrisburg.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 9:24 AM EDT2013-03-26 13:24:16 GMT
While Governor Tom Corbett touts the possible convenience of privatizing liquor, decades ago another Pennsylvania governor was on a mission to make alcohol as difficult to buy as possible.More >>
While Governor Tom Corbett touts the possible convenience of privatizing liquor, decades ago another Pennsylvania governor was on a mission to make alcohol as difficult to buy as possible.More >>
Thursday, March 21 2013 4:45 AM EDT2013-03-21 08:45:31 GMT
High School drama almost reached the courts yesterday, after the ACLU threatened to sue the Chambersburg School Board if it didn't change its stance on a Gay-Straight Alliance Club. It's a group SophieMore >>
A school board controversy almost reached the courts yesterday, after the The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania threatened to sue the Chambersburg School Board if it didn't change its stance on a gay-straight alliance club. More >>
Wednesday, March 20 2013 10:20 AM EDT2013-03-20 14:20:03 GMT
A recent report highlighted by abc World News indicated that your children could be the worst driving distraction on the road, and midstate parents agreed. Many admitted driving with kids can be a hassle,More >>
A recent Australian report highlighted by abc World News indicated that children could be the worst driving distraction on the road. Many midstate parents agreed.More >>
Tuesday, March 19 2013 5:41 AM EDT2013-03-19 09:41:40 GMT
You'll find red all over Cumberland Valley, after all its one of the district's colors. You won't, however, find red on the bottom line of the district's proposed budget. The balanced plan was rolled outMore >>
You'll find red all over the Cumberland Valley School District. After all, it is one of the district's colors.More >>
Sunday, March 17 2013 12:08 PM EDT2013-03-17 16:08:24 GMT
After a handful of former players blasted the Penn State Board of Trustees, even more held a press conference following the meeting that continued to criticize the board, but also shared what many lettermanMore >>
At a press conference following a Penn State Board of Trustees Meeting a group of of former Nittany Lion football players spoke. They criticized the board for the way they handled the Sandusky Scandal and shared what they would like to see the university do moving forward.
Wednesday, March 13 2013 9:07 AM EDT2013-03-13 13:07:51 GMT
Millersville University has been taking some heat since selecting Governor Tom Corbett as the speaker at its graduation ceremony.More >>
Graduation is in May, but the controversy has certainly commenced at Millersville University. The university has been taking some heat since selecting Governor Tom Corbett as the speaker at its graduation ceremony.More >>
Saturday, March 9 2013 11:12 AM EST2013-03-09 16:12:25 GMT
An 18 page fact finder report wasn't enough to get the district and South Middleton teacher's union to see eye to eye, the school board rejected the report. So the teachers of the South Middletown SchoolMore >>
The state-appointed middleman with an 18-page report full of recommendations could not get the union representing teachers and the district to see eye to eye.More >>
Friday, March 8 2013 4:44 AM EST2013-03-08 09:44:20 GMT
The Harrisburg School District facing millions in long-term debt, but those in charge of stabilizing it say if the district stayed on its current course it would end up paying millions more in potentialMore >>
The Harrisburg School District facing millions of dollars in long-term debt, but those in charge of stabilizing it say if the district stayed on its current course it would end up paying millions more in potential interest.More >>
Thursday, March 7 2013 4:49 AM EST2013-03-07 09:49:32 GMT
State Police say someone tried to claim a South Middleton Township man's children to cheat on their taxes. According, to police the man found out at the beginning of the month. In a release authoritiesMore >>
State police said someone tried to claim a South Middleton Township man's children to cheat on their taxes.More >>
Wednesday, March 6 2013 4:55 AM EST2013-03-06 09:55:48 GMT
With the southern part of our area expected at least some snow PennDOT says its ready. The plows are prepped and the name of the game Tuesday is pre treating roadways with salt brine. PennDOT is keepingMore >>
With the southern part of our area expected at least some snow, PennDOT officials said they are ready.More >>
Wednesday, March 6 2013 4:52 AM EST2013-03-06 09:52:31 GMT
The PEMA emergency operations center is up and running at PEMA's headquarters in Susquehanna Township, PEMA Director Glenn Cannon said. Around 8:00 p.m. The center started up. Staff will increase onMore >>
The PEMA emergency operations center is up and running at PEMA's headquarters in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County, according to PEMA Director Glenn Cannon.More >>
Saturday, March 2 2013 10:58 AM EST2013-03-02 15:58:59 GMT
Three deer killed by hunters during the 2012 firearms season have tested positive for chronic wasting disease, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced Friday. Two of the deer were shot in Blair County,More >>
Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl Roe explained what game officials will do next after three non captive deer with chronic wasting disease were found in Blair and Bedford Counties.
Tuesday, February 26 2013 11:05 AM EST2013-02-26 16:05:55 GMT
Carlisle borough officials held a public meeting Monday night to give residents a chance to discuss parking meter changes that could come to downtown.More >>
Carlisle borough officials held a public meeting Monday night to give residents a chance to discuss parking meter changes that could come to downtown.
Saturday, February 23 2013 11:04 AM EST2013-02-23 16:04:09 GMT
The sequestration would hit the midstate hard. Defense spending cuts could bring budget breaking furloughs to families who can't handle the hit. Leaders at Fort Indiantown Gap say the cuts would even hurtMore >>
If you ask the Cato Institute's Tad DeHaven, he'll tell you the sequester's cuts to defense spending aren't all bad. While he admits it's not the best way to do it, the budget analyst says spending does need to be reeled in.More >>
Friday, February 22 2013 10:14 AM EST2013-02-22 15:14:51 GMT
Will Lemoyne Middle School close its doors for good? That's still up in the air, but not for too long. School officials expect a final decision sometime in April.More >>
Will Lemoyne Middle School close its doors for good? That's still up in the air, but not for too long. School officials expect a final decision sometime in April.More >>
Thursday, February 21 2013 2:02 PM EST2013-02-21 19:02:25 GMT
Civilian employees at the Carlisle Barracks have been told to plan for up to 22 unpaid furlough days if automatic federal government spending cuts kick in on March 1.More >>
Civilian employees at the Carlisle Barracks have been told to plan for up to 22 unpaid furlough days if automatic federal government spending cuts kick in on March 1.More >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 5:22 AM EST2013-02-12 10:22:23 GMT
Lot it or hate it, it's looking like another Walmart is coming to Cumberland County. The next area in the retail giant's cross hairs, Lower Allen Township. Monday night, the township's board of commissionersMore >>
Another Walmart is coming to Cumberland County. More >>
Friday, February 8 2013 5:50 PM EST2013-02-08 22:50:41 GMT
About 150 people gathered on the steps of Pennsylvania's capitol building this morning to support the rights of gun owners.The rally has been titled the "National Patriots Party at the Capitols."This isMore >>
About 150 people gathered on the steps of Pennsylvania's capitol building this morning to support the rights of gun owners.More >>
Wednesday, February 6 2013 11:10 AM EST2013-02-06 16:10:33 GMT
From red roses, to red ink. You may want to check your debt before Valentine's Day, because singles want their mate our of debit. In a survey on USA Today done by MarketTools Inc. nearly 5,500 singlesMore >>
From red roses to red ink: single people apparently want their mate without any debt.More >>
Tuesday, February 5 2013 4:48 AM EST2013-02-05 09:48:48 GMT
It was standing room only at Carlisle Borough Hall Monday night as many folks showed up to share their ideas and have questions answered regarding the redevelopment plan for the borough. According toMore >>
It was standing room only at Carlisle Borough Hall Monday night as many residents showed up to share ideas and ask questions regarding the redevelopment plan for the borough.More >>
Saturday, February 2 2013 5:39 PM EST2013-02-02 22:39:20 GMT
Around 8:30 p.m. Friday night Benjamin M. Siar Jr., 41, of Lancaster walked into his arraignment at the Lancaster City Police Headquarters. He surrendered to Lancaster County officials just hours before.More >>
Friday night Benjamin M. Siar Jr. was behind bars. He was arrested and arraigned after police say they found decomposing bodies in the funeral home he owned.More >>
Friday, February 1 2013 5:30 AM EST2013-02-01 10:30:17 GMT
A sewer project has worn and torn Trindle Road, and those who live on it. For months, construction crews, noise and poor road conditions. A trying burden for any homeowner to bear, but now may be theMore >>
A sewer project has worn and torn Trindle Road as well as those who live on it. For months, people have had to deal with construction crews, noise and poor road conditions.More >>
It's all about the odds, and one lone ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching each of the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials...More >>
It's all about the odds, and one lone ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching each of the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials said Sunday.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:51 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:51:27 GMT
This weekend is the final push before primary election day on Tuesday. Democratic Harrisburg mayoral candidates were campaigning door to door in the city. "What were doing is going through the neighborhoodsMore >>
This weekend is the final push before primary election day on Tuesday. Democratic Harrisburg mayoral candidates were campaigning door to door in the city. More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:19:31 GMT
Musicians hosted a solemn ceremony to commemorate Armed Forces Day in Lebanon County. Fort Indiantown Gap National Ceremony hosted 28 buglers playing Taps at a special performance in honor of serviceMore >>
Musicians hosted a solemn ceremony to commemorate Armed Forces Day in Lebanon County.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:59:09 GMT
Walking across the stage at Messiah College today, Kris Sledge accepted his diploma and closed a chapter of his life, one that nearly ended for good in the summer of 2010. Sledge, who is originally fromMore >>
Walking across the stage at Messiah College today, Kris Sledge accepted his diploma and closed a chapter, one that was nearly ended for good in the summer of 2010.
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:15:27 GMT
The Humane Society of Harrisburg held its annual 5K Run/Walk to help our four-legged friends.Hundreds of supporters and their canine pals participated in the run, now in its 16th year.The 5K is usuallyMore >>
The Humane Society of Harrisburg held its annual 5K Run/Walk to help our four-legged friends.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:14:37 GMT
Midstaters gave blood and saved lives in honor of the victims killed or injured in last month's Boston Marathon bombings. Harrisburg Hope and the American Red Cross teamed up to host Saturday afternoon'sMore >>
Midstaters gave blood and saved lives in honor of the victims killed or injured in last month's Boston Marathon bombings.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:42 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:42:27 GMT
Rotary International District 7390 held its District Conference at the Radisson in Camp Hill. Rotary Club exhibits, which focused on Service Above Self community projects, showcased what the clubs haveMore >>
Rotary International District 7390 held its District Conference at the Radisson in Camp Hill.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:37:14 GMT
State police are investigating a pedestrian crash involving a 76-year-old Shippensburg woman who died at the scene.According to authorities, 64-year-old Georgia Davis of Orrstown was traveling southboundMore >>
State police are investigating a pedestrian crash involving a 76-year-old Shippensburg woman who died at the scene.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:27:33 GMT
Police in Lancaster are on the scene of a standoff along the 600 block of South Queen Street. We're told a man barricaded himself inside a home, and that he may be armed. Several officers are on the scene.More >>
Police in Lancaster responded to a standoff along the 600 block of East King Street early Saturday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:04 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:04:54 GMT
Authorities responded to a single-vehicle crash in Palmyra that sent one person to the hospital.At around 10:15 p.m. on Friday night, police arrived at the scene of the accident in the first block of WestMore >>
Authorities responded to a single-vehicle crash in Palmyra that sent one person to the hospital on Friday night.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:27 AM EDT2013-05-19 11:27:55 GMT
Temperatures Friday night into this morning have held mainly steady. Some backyards still had temperatures in the low 60s to start the day! A persistent southeast flow will temper the amount of sunshineMore >>
A cloudy forecast today and a bit cooler than Saturday... More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:51 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:51:27 GMT
This weekend is the final push before primary election day on Tuesday. Democratic Harrisburg mayoral candidates were campaigning door to door in the city. "What were doing is going through the neighborhoodsMore >>
This weekend is the final push before primary election day on Tuesday. Democratic Harrisburg mayoral candidates were campaigning door to door in the city. More >>
It's been less than 10 months since the world record for a lottery prize. On Saturday night, it could conceivably fall once again.More >>
It's all about the odds, and one single ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials disclosed Sunday.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:59:09 GMT
Walking across the stage at Messiah College today, Kris Sledge accepted his diploma and closed a chapter of his life, one that nearly ended for good in the summer of 2010. Sledge, who is originally fromMore >>
Walking across the stage at Messiah College today, Kris Sledge accepted his diploma and closed a chapter, one that was nearly ended for good in the summer of 2010.
Thursday, May 9 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-05-09 21:44:06 GMT
Interstate 81 and one of two overhead bridges damaged by a massive tanker fire will remain closed through the weekend, and a second ramp could remain closed for 2-3 months.More >>
Interstate 81 and one of two overhead bridges damaged by a massive tanker fire will remain closed through the weekend, and a second ramp could remain closed for 2-3 months.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:15 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:15:27 GMT
The Humane Society of Harrisburg held its annual 5K Run/Walk to help our four-legged friends.Hundreds of supporters and their canine pals participated in the run, now in its 16th year.The 5K is usuallyMore >>
The Humane Society of Harrisburg held its annual 5K Run/Walk to help our four-legged friends.More >>
