9-Year-Old Who Drowned at Hersheypark Couldn’t Swim, Feared Deep Water
New details have emerged about the tragic drowning of 9-year-old Sophia Subedi at Hersheypark's wave pool last summer, revealing the child couldn't swim and was afraid of deep water. According to a report released by the Dauphin County Coroner's Office, Subedi drowned on July 24, 2025, in an incident that...
Life Lion pilot makes final flight after 26 years
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Tonight’s Hometown Hero is retiring from a career of flying high and saving lives. Randy Emery made around 2,400 flights for Penn State Health Life Lion when minutes mattered most. He took his final one Friday, Feb. 13. Emery called his 26-year career as...
‘Heroic actions’: Bystanders help York County police officer in distress
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Instead of watching, two bystanders were “heroic” and jumped into action to help a York County police officer in distress. There was a “physical altercation” involving a Carroll Township Police officer at the Rutters at 899 US Route 15 North around 4:30 p.m. Friday, police said. The good...
Hershey Co. responds to allegations of ingredient changes from grandson of Reese’s founder
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The Hershey Company is responding to allegations from the son of H.B. Reese that the ingredients in the iconic Reese's Cup had been changed. The grandson of H.B. Reese, Brad Reese, wrote a LinkedIn post claiming that the company had changed his family's formula:
Statutory Rape Claim Shakes Quiet Chester County Community Near Elverson
A reported sex crime involving a 17-year-old girl from Elverson has Pennsylvania State Police combing a quiet stretch of Cambridge Road in Honey Brook Township, where the alleged statutory rape is said to have taken place this past summer. According to a public information release relayed by Daily Voice West...
Police: Lancaster man stole nearly $9,000 from girlfriend’s savings to buy heroin
LANCASTER, Pa. — A Lancaster man is facing theft charges after police say he stole nearly $9,000 from his former romantic partner and used the money to buy heroin. Rey Medero-Garcia, 54, is charged with theft by unlawful taking after an investigation by Lancaster Township Police. The victim and...
Life Lion pilot makes final flight after 26 years
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) — Tonight’s Hometown Hero is retiring from a career of flying high and saving lives. Randy Emery made around 2,400 flights for Penn State Health Life Lion when minutes mattered most. He took his final one Friday, Feb. 13. Emery called his 26-year career as a pilot “sobering.” “Sobering in that all...
Two School District of Lancaster employees placed on leave after special needs student leaves...
LANCASTER, Pa. — Two School District of Lancaster employees have been placed on administrative leave while authorities investigate an incident involving a special needs student who left Fulton Elementary School without supervision and walked several blocks before being found by a Good Samaritan last week. According...
7 Unassuming Pizzerias In Pennsylvania You’ll Wish You Found Sooner
Ever wondered where to find hidden pizza gems in Pennsylvania?. These 7 unassuming pizzerias offer incredible flavors and unforgettable dining experiences!. 1. Pizzeria Stella (Philadelphia) Nestled in Philadelphia’s historic district is a brick building with striped awnings that pizza dreams are made of. The...
Central Pennsylvania restaurant ranked among the best in 2026; USA TODAY
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — USA Today just unveiled its 2026 ‘Restaurants of the Year’ list, which includes one eatery right here in Central Pennsylvania. According to USA TODAY, whether you are looking for a memorable meal close to home or on a road trip, their Restaurants of the Year list highlights standout dining...

















