Arts festival returns to Hershey with America 250 theme
The Hershey History Center will host its annual Artfest on Saturday, marking the 21st year of the free community event. This year’s festival will feature an Americana theme honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Englewood Hershey...
Magical night of celebration for local Make-A-Wish Foundation
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Friday’s Hometown Heroes had wishes and the Midstate answered. The Central Pennsylvania Make-A-Wish Foundation brought its Magic theme to life at Ashcombe Mansion in Mechanicsburg. Community leaders, supports and wish families all gathered for a night filled with powerful stories, live entertainment and wishes coming true, whether it was an elaborate […]
Issie Slimmer twirls gem, leads Chambersburg softball over Mechanicsburg
Chambersburg had chances early on a chilly Friday. And the Trojans know that come postseason, those chances need to be converted. But all year, the Commonwealth contenders have had faith that even when an inning slips through the cracks, an elite defense and top-notch pitcher would keep everything in check.
Chbg. roundup: Softball team blanks Wildcats in twinbill
Chambersburg 5, Mechanicsburg 0: The Trojans won the first game of a doubleheader against the Wildcats 7-0, finishing a suspended game from last month in which Chambersburg led 6-0 after 4 innings. The Trojans then waited until the fifth inning of the second game to get on the board, but...
Carroll Twp. supervisor cleared of all charges
Carroll Twp. Supervisor Kirby Kitner will not face criminal charges following a decision by the Perry County District Attorney’s Office to withdraw previously filed theft allegations. It was determined the case could not be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. In a statement, District Attorney Clay Merris said the decision...
‘We need it’: Harrisburg officials seek $500,000 to improve City Island, adding new arcade
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — A new arcade is set to open on Harrisburg’s City Island as city leaders move forward with a broader effort they say is aimed at drawing more people to the area and improving the island as a destination. The city is approved to apply...
Broad Street Market project now costs $23.7 million, officials say
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The cost to restore Harrisburg’s torched Broad Street Market rose this week from $20.8 million to $23.7 million. City officials revealed the increase at Tuesday’s city council meeting, where they asked the council to approve reallocating funds to the project. If approved, the new funds would include just over $2.2 million […]
York County 21-year-old sentenced to life in prison for 2021 murder
YORK, Pa. — PA Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Friday that Elijah Penn was sentenced to life in prison plus 21 to 42 years in connection to a 2021 murder. Penn, 21, was convicted in December 2025 of killing 20-year-old Justin Griffith. Penn was found guilty of first-degree murder, attempted murder, aggravated assault, and recklessly endangering another person.
Water main break closes Lebanon County intersection
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– A water main rupture closed an intersection in Lebanon City. The Lebanon City Police Department announced that a water main rupture occurred at the 12th and Lehman Street intersection on Friday morning. The public is being asked to steer clear of the area to minimize disruptions to their daily commute. There […]
Tips sought in Lebanon County 13-year-old’s homicide cold case
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — More than four years after a 13-year-old Lebanon County boy was fatally shot, police are still seeking tips that will lead to an arrest in the cold case. South Lebanon Township Police said on Friday that officers are continuing to investigate Jason Rivera’s death. He was found with gunshot wounds […]
