Charges dismissed in shooting scare where bullet whizzed past woman’s head
A district justice dismissed charges against two hunters who were accused of shooting a bullet that went over the head of a woman who was standing in her East Donegal Township backyard. Mount Joy District Judge Michael D. Hess dismissed the reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct charges that had been...
Why Downtown Lancaster Became Pennsylvania’s Most Envied Street
The bell above the door gives a soft, familiar chime as someone steps inside, letting in a brief rush of street noise—footsteps on brick, a passing conversation, the distant hum of traffic just far enough away to feel irrelevant. Inside, the air shifts. There’s the faint scent of wood and fabric, shelves arranged...
1 killed, 3 wounded in Dauphin County shooting
STEELTON BOROUGH, Pa. (WHTM) — One person was killed, and three were wounded in a Dauphin County shooting early Sunday morning, according to the Dauphin County District Attorney. Dauphin County DA Fran Chardo told abc27 that one person is deceased and three were wounded in a shooting at the Paradise Lounge on North...
Shady Maple buffet draws attention with a huge menu and clearly posted prices
Tourists and locals visit for its size, variety, and themed offerings. Shady Maple Smorgasbord is widely known for its massive buffet and Pennsylvania Dutch-style dishes, and it remains a major dining draw in Lancaster County. Coverage and official information highlight its scale, including a 200-foot buffet line,...
Final days until FedEx permanently shutters location as bosses confirm major 3-day disruption will...
FEDEX customers have just days left before another location shuts for good, and the shipping giant has also warned of a three-day service shake-up ahead. The company confirmed one of its Pennsylvania sites will permanently close on March 28 as part of a wider overhaul already hitting its network. The...
This Eerie Pennsylvania Asylum Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
If your idea of a good time involves abandoned buildings, dark hallways, and the distinct possibility of encountering something supernatural, then Pennhurst Asylum in Spring City is about to become your new favorite destination. This former state institution has been closed since 1987, but it’s far from forgotten,...
Get Groovy with the Fulton Theatre for The Beat Goes On
Bring on the ’60s with the Fulton Theatre on Saturday, April 25 at the Ware Center for the Arts for their 2026 gala, The Beat Goes On. This year’s theme is inspired by the high-energy and outta-sight spirit of their upcoming production of Hairspray, on stage from April 10 through May 3.
Penn Manor music teacher wins Citadel Heart of Learning Award
Penn Manor High School music teacher Lauren Ciemiewicz has been honored with the Citadel Heart of Learning Award for her outstanding dedication to students and the community. The award, presented on March 20, recognizes exceptional teachers across a six-county area who inspire excellence and make a lasting impact.
Restaurant Inspections — Columbia Borough — March 20, 2026
Emma’s Coffee Corner, 15 S. Third St., Columbia, March 14. Pass. Observed raw shell eggs stored above coffee drinks in the two-door cooler. Griddles Street Social, 15 S. Third St., Columbia, March 14. Pass. Food Facility is offering for sale foods (cake pops by Caroline’s Cupcakes) prepared in an unapproved private...
3 arrested for Lowe’s organized retail thefts
Three men have been charged with stealing customer account information and then making purchases at five Pennsylvania locations. Attorney General Dave Sunday said that Lowe’s outlets had been arrested. Joel Cabrera-Gutierrez, 48, and Francisco Dejesus-Valerio, 35, are both charged with nine counts of organized retail...
