Duncannon maps from 1888 donated to borough reveal industrial past
A set of century old maps became the unexpected centerpiece of Duncannon Borough Council’s Nov. 18 meeting. The maps — three 1888 prints of Duncannon, donated by Ed Chism Jr. — were given to the borough in memory of the late Susan Long, teacher and community figure. Mayor Rick Knepp shared the story of how the maps...
State police searching for missing 15-year-old in Dauphin County
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Pennsylvania State Police in Dauphin County are searching for a missing 15-year-old boy. State police said Asa Brumfield, 15, was last seen in the Jackson Township area on November 29 around 9:30 p.m. He was reportedly last wearing all black, including a jacket, pants,...
East Prospect Fire Company to close after 118 Years; residents shocked
EAST PROSPECT, Pa. — East Prospect Fire Company will officially shut down at the end of the year, ending more than 115 years of service in York County. For generations, the department has been a constant presence in the borough — and residents say the news came as a complete shock.
One hospitalized after vehicle overturns on I-81 in Cumberland County
(WHTM) — One person was hospitalized after a vehicle overturned on I-81 Sunday morning in Cumberland County. According to a Cumberland County Emergency Supervisor, a vehicle overturned on I-81 North in Penn Township, Cumberland County, at around 4:50 a.m. Sunday morning. Officials say a single vehicle crashed on the...
Amish Home Burns Down In Fire Caused By “Unattended Cooking”
This comes to us from the Amish community in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, home to a sizeable Amish population. Fortunately, no one was hurt in a fire this morning which – by looking at the photos here – essentially destroyed an Amish family’s home. The report from WGAL...
‘Do a visual inspection’: Experts give heat tips as cold front hits Central PA
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Failing batteries, old air-filters, and blocked vents are the three main issues that Edwin Soto, the owner of E & G Heating and Cooling said he sees when he gets calls about broken heating systems. "I get so many calls already that the chimneys...
Open Your Homes and Hearts: The Puppies Of York, PA Need You!
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around york..
Perry County nonprofit tackles feral cat crisis through TNR program
When Amberlee Dressler talks about cats, her voice carries the calm assurance of someone who’s spent decades caring for them — and the urgency of someone who knows there’s still much more to do. Dressler, a certified veterinary technician since 2006, recently launched For the Cats, a...
Black Friday Shopping in the Midstate
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Deal hunters were able to start their search early at the Tanger Outlets in Hershey on Black Friday. “Select retailers, they opened at 5 a.m. but the rest of the center opened at six,” said Bob Ancharski, the outlets marketing director. He told abc27 News the parking was at capacity since […]
James Scott Charged In 2023 Killing Of Amari McFadden
James Timothy Scott, 22, was charged in connection with the 2023 shooting death of Amari McFadden, according to Harrisburg police. The deadly shooting happened in the 1500 block of Ella Alley on Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, when officers found McFadden dead at the scene, police said. An investigation began immediately...

















