Flying Squirrels clinch first-half division title, postseason berth
RICHMOND, Va. (FLYING SQUIRRELS) - The Richmond Flying Squirrels clinched the Eastern League Southwest Division first-half title with a rain-shortened, 3-0 win over the Harrisburg Senators on Friday night at CarMax Park, securing a spot in September’s Eastern League postseason. The Flying Squirrels (40-20) eliminated t
Dry Saturday but storm chances return Sunday
Friday set a daily record high of 94°, breaking the previous record of 92°. Today won't be as hot nor as humid. Highs today reach into the upper 80s with mostly sunny skies. We will stay dry today but that story changes tomorrow.
Pa. lawmakers optimistic about passing budget on time as deadline looms
Legislative leaders in Harrisburg say they don’t expect a repeat of last year’s tortured budget process, when an impasse dragged on for 135 days and delayed billions of dollars in state funding to schools, counties and nonprofits. “I believe there is a shared desire to complete this on...
87-year-old Pennsylvania man wins $10K a month for life
Berks County resident Alfred Behney claimed one of the Pennsylvania Lottery’s top Scratch-Off prizes after buying a ticket during a stop for coffee MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — An 87-year-old Berks County man who spent decades behind the wheel as a truck driver is celebrating a life-changing Pennsylvania Lottery win after claimin
Woman, 82, killed in Perry County crash
CLARKS FERRY, Pa. (WHTM) — An 82-year-old woman died at the scene of a crash in Perry County on Tuesday afternoon. The State Police at Newport released information on the crash Friday evening. Troopers said the crash happened just before 3 p.m. on U.S. 11/15 in Watts Township, near 3456 Susquehanna Trail. The vehicles
Free concert celebrates U.S. 250th in Hershey
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — The Midstate will be celebrating the United States this weekend with a free concert at Hersheypark Stadium. Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will take the stage along with the Avett Brothers. Tickets are free and the concert is one of several free concerts celebrating the United States’ Semiquincente
Harrisburg artist’s exhibit in Governor’s Residence highlights people of color’s contributions to American history
Harrisburg’s Reina 76 Artist is having one of those pinch me moments. The Pennsylvania-born and raised artist recently opened a special exhibit showcasing Black history in the Governor’s Residence, just in time to celebrate both Juneteenth and July 4th. “For a Pennsylvanian and Pennsylvanian of color, this is...
Fire departments are on life support; we can’t let them die | PennLive Editorial
Fire chiefs all over the commonwealth are sounding the alarm over what they say is a crisis that threatens the safety of millions of Pennsylvanians, and we would do well to listen. Harrisburg Fire Chief Brian Enterline is struggling to replace his aging fleet as prices soar. A ladder truck...
A sweet and spicy burger classic: Best Eats
The Peppermill Family Restaurant in Lower Allen Township is an institution. The family restaurant serves American classics and Greek dishes in a casual atmosphere. It’s the type of place where diners go for all-day breakfasts, homemade soups, chicken gyros and baked meatloaf. Name of Restaurant: Peppermill Family Resta
Pennsylvania to auction off nearly 300 cars, including Hellcat muscle car
GRANTVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Nearly 300 cars, including a high-powered muscle car, will be auctioned off by the state next week. The Pennsylvania Department of General Services announced the latest offering of used vehicles set to hit the auction block next week. They have about 275 used vehicles available in this month’s
