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Pittsburgh-area parents travel to Harrisburg to support phone-free school legislation

A contingent of parents from western Pennsylvania traveled to Harrisburg to support legislation for phone-free schools on Monday.
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Pennsylvania State Police Corporal nearly run over during Dauphin County traffic stop

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Pennsylvania State Police police corporal was nearly run over last week by a driver trying to flee a traffic stop in Harrisburg, according to court documents. Court records show, Pennsylvania State Police charged three people – 26-year-old Anthony Reyes Pabon, 28-year-old Derrick...
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City of Harrisburg installs license plate readers to enhance public safety efforts

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — More than a month ago at her State of the City address, Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams highlighted the Harrisburg Police's success, thanks in part to the use of new technology. She teased one technological addition in particular that would be especially important for the city...
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Pa. bill to allow cash as payment for school events now law

Harrisburg, Pa. — Last week, the House passed legislation sponsored by Rep. Dan Moul (R-Adams) that will make cash an acceptable form of payment for admission to school-sponsored events in Pennsylvania. Many schools across the Commonwealth have been rejecting cash as a form of payment for school-sponsored events and...
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17 Protestors Arrested for Campaign Finance/Ethics Advocacy in Harrisburg

Today, protestors were arrested in Harrisburg for campaign finance advocacy. March on Harrisburg is a group that advocates for more transparency and accountability in campaign finance and ethics laws. The group hosted civil disobedience protests today– blocking hallways with banners before being arrested with little...
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Is Hershey’s Chocolate the Biggest Employer in Hershey?

There's a common belief that the Hershey's Chocolate Company is the largest employer in the city of Hershey. However, it seems that the reality may be a bit different. This topic has sparked a lively discussion on social media, with residents and locals sharing their insights.
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Man on ventilator, wife injured after being punched near Harrisburg nightclub: police

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa (WHP) — A man is being charged after allegedly assaulting a married couple downtown over the weekend. Video obtained by Harrisburg Police allegedly showed 26-year-old Isaiah Hall punching a woman in the back of the head, knocking her to the ground on Saturday around 1:50 a.m. on the 200 block of...
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Police in Pennsylvania warn of “dangerous” TikTok door-kicking challenge

Police in Pennsylvania have issued a warning over a "dangerous" TikTok door-kicking challenge.
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Exploring the Historical Absence of Prestigious Universities in Harrisburg

The city of Harrisburg, despite being a historic city dating back to the 1700s, has a noticeable lack of prestigious colleges or universities. This situation is particularly intriguing given the city's status as the state capital and its age. While Harrisburg is home to institutions like Penn State Harrisburg, Hacc,...
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Harrisburg tree planting highlights Pennsylvania’s expanded urban forestry work

HARRISBURG, Pa. — State and local officials planted 33 new trees in Harrisburg on Tuesday as part of a $500,000 statewide effort to expand community tree cover and reduce stormwater runoff. The planting was one of dozens supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources this fall...

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