Harrisburg PA

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Harrisburg area businesses are helping local kids go to Catholic school. They donated $150,000 they saved from a state tax credit for scholarships to Harrisburg Catholic Elementary School. The businesses, they say, want to provide an option to those who are eligible and don’t want...

Dauphin County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with several local employers adding new hands to their teams. Whether you like working with tools, managing inventory, or keeping operations running smoothly, there’s something here for you.

PERRY COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A plea agreement was reached in a case where a Perry County baby died after being shaken and dropped in 2024, court records show. Eriezer Melendez Jr., 38, pleaded nolo contendere, meaning he does not accept guilt but accepts being convicted, on a murder of the third degree charge. Other...

(WTAP) - On Mar. 28, 1979, one of the worst accidents in the history of the U.S. nuclear power industry begins when a pressure valve in the Unit-2 reactor at the Three Mile Island fails to close. According to History.com, cooling water, contaminated with radiation, drained from the open valve...

PALMYRA, PA — A woman was arrested following a domestic disturbance on South Forge Road on March 25, 2026. Police on patrol observed an active domestic disturbance in the 100 block of South Forge Road at 9:12 a.m. April Rae Knoche, 29, of Pennsylvania, was identified as one of...

Dauphin County’s office scene is buzzing this month with several solid admin openings. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a hybrid setup, there’s something here worth a look.

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Tonight’s Hometown Heroes aimed for strikes and spares. ABC Lanes East near Harrisburg hosted a multi-state tournament Friday for the Merakey Foundation, which supports services that address mental health, autism, foster care and disabilities in children and adults. Its network reaches...

Dauphin County’s roads are busy, and so is the hiring scene. From local routes to long hauls, several employers are looking for skilled drivers and technicians right now. Work with one of the largest Freightliner dealers in the U.S. Enjoy top-notch training, modern facilities, and strong benefits while keeping...

Dear Eric: I have two friends with whom I frequently engage in trekking; we always have great chats and fun. But I noticed when offering an invitation to come stay in our holiday home, approximately two hours’ drive away, the replies were quite muted or passive but polite. Responding with their absence of enthusiasm...

State College, Pa. — Faculty members at Penn State University and Penn State administrators met in Harrisburg for a hearing regarding unionization efforts. Faculty members have been in the process of unionizing as the Penn State Faculty Alliance (PSFA), an affiliate of Service Employees International Union (SEIU),...