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Cops Say This PA Man Disguised a Retired NASCAR Truck as a Street-Legal Chevy...

Pennsylvania State Police say a Williamsport man tried to launder a retired NASCAR Truck Series racer into a titled, street-legal pickup — and the paperwork trail he allegedly built to pull it off is what’s now landing him in a Cumberland County courtroom. According to a Pennsylvania State...
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York County firefighters rescue dog from locked vehicle

YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Firefighters in York County rescued a dog after he became stuck in a locked car Friday. The Shrewsbury Fire Company said 4-year-old Wojtczak, a golden retriever, accidentally locked the car behind his mom at the PA Welcome Center. Firefighters said they were able to...
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A couple a days in Harrisburg

As a Trained Observer Of The Human Condition I continue to pursue my epic quest to expose obscure and exotic places, cultures and customs to my legions of fans, admirers and, yes, even detractors. Thus is was that, on my way to Canada to avoid having to share the 4th...
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Patriotic mural unveiled at 9th and Maple

In celebration of the country’s 250th anniversary this weekend, CubeSmart held a ceremony unveiling a patriotic mural by the intersection of North 9th Street and Maple Street Thursday. The mural, painted by local artist Andrew Zidik, depicts the Constitution, George Washington crossing the Delaware River, the Statue of
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Volunteers, vendors, & military displays set stage for Lebanon County 250th bash

The 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding is almost here. Happy Independence Day!. LebTown will provide live updates Saturday, July 4, from the Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds as guests celebrate the semiquincentennial. Check back often to see updates, or follow us on Facebook for the latest news.
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Weather Warn Day: Highs hit 100+ again with heat index topping 108; overnight lows...

Very rare for Central PA to reach 100+, but we will do it again today. It will continue to be very hot through tomorrow with a heat index of 108+ degrees. Overnight temperatures will offer little to no relief as lows only dip into the upper 70s. This is dangerous...
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Middletown borough officials ban fireworks, outdoor burning amid drought indicators

DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Middletown borough officials announced a ban on outdoor burning and fireworks Thursday as a result of drought indicators in the area. Officials said the decision was made due to a lack of rainfall and dry vegetation in the area, and that the use of consumer fireworks and open burning could i
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Massive new CubeSmart mural brings American history to Lebanon City

Lebanon city and community leaders came together in the heat on Thursday, July 2, to unveil this new large-scale mural at CubeSmart in hopes of bringing American history to life while celebrating the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. In the Spring of 2025, Lebanon artist Andrew Zidik and property owner Aaron Camara
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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Happy Fourth of July! We’re off tomorrow for observed Independence Day, so we’re publishing our wrap up today. We hope you get a chance to get out and enjoy the city’s revived fireworks and festivities this weekend. Be sure to “hop” over to your closest distribution location...
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Swimming returns to popular Pennsylvania State Park after bacteria detected

(WHTM) – Swimming has returned in time for the July 4 weekend at a popular Pennsylvania State Park. Gifford Pinchot State Park announced that swimming activities at Quaker Race Day Use Area resumed on July 2 at noon. The water remained open for boating and fishing, but was closed to swimmers due to an elevated […]

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