Weight limit imposed on highly traveled Lancaster County bridge
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by James Wesser
9M ago
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- PennDOT has announced that a weight limit has been imposed on the Route 462 Veterans Memorial Bridge that connects York and Lancaster Counties. This bridge is also called the Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge. PennDOT has said that the bridge has not previously had a weight restriction. The new restriction will limit the weight of each vehicle to 10 tons except for emergency vehicles, which will be permitted by the department. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Nittany Insiders SIGN UP NOW Vehicles that exceed the 10-ton wei ..read more
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Man dies days after motorcycle crash in York County, coroner says
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by Jared Weaver
9M ago
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)-- A man has died days after he was hospitalized following a multi-vehicle crash in York County, according to the coroner's office. Jeffrey Burke, 54, of York City, was riding his motorcycle when he collided with a car that was backing out of a parking lot along East Market Street on Wednesday, July 12 just after 6:40 p.m., according to the coroner's report. First responders found Burke suffering from critical injuries and rushed him to Wellspan York Hospital for treatment, but the coroner said he died days later on Sunday despite life-saving measures. Close Thanks for ..read more
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Police looking for suspects in York County armed robbery
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by James Wesser
9M ago
SHREWSBURY, Pa. (WHTM) -- Police in York County are looking for two suspects they say robbed a Subway in Shrewsbury, York County. According to the Southern York County Regional Police, the armed robbery occurred on Thursday, July 13 at around 8: 45 p.m. Police say that two masked men entered the store with handguns and proceeded to rob the store. Below are photos of the suspects involved, courtesy of the police. Courtesy of Southern York Regional Police Courtesy of Southern York Regional Police Anyone with information is asked to call Southern York Regional Police at 717-235-3944 ..read more
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Best places to get mac and cheese in Pennsylvania, according to Yelp
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by Matt Benedetto
9M ago
PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) - Mac and cheese is a dish made in multiple ways but enjoyed by most. Whether your mom, mother-in-law, or grandma has the best version of mac and cheese, most can agree that it's hard to ruin. abc27 compiled a list of the best places to get mac and cheese in Pennsylvania, according to Yelp. Best barbecue places in Pennsylvania, according to Yelp Harrisburg area UrTurn Cafe - 7710 Allentown Blvd, Harrisburg Pastorante - 1012 N 3rd St, Harrisburg The Millworks - 340 Verbeke St, Harrisburg Greystone Public House - 2120 Colonial Rd, Harrisburg Two Brothers BBQ - 1233 N 3rd St ..read more
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1 man's homicide charges in York County shooting dropped, 2 others still accused
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by Jared Weaver
9M ago
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)-- Charges that a man was facing for his role in a deadly York County shooting have been dropped. The homicide charges that were brought against Trayquan Robinson, 23, of North York Borough, for killing 20-year-old Phillip Banks were withdrawn on June 28, according to online court documents. Other than homicide, Robinson was also charged with conspiracy which was also dropped. Two other men, Antonio Jones, 23, of York City, and Tyler Orr, 26, of York Township were also charged in March after the grand jury recommended the homicide and conspiracy charges for their alleged ..read more
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Pennsylvania Lt. Governor speaks about community safety in York County
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by Jared Weaver
9M ago
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis visited York on Wednesday, highlighting efforts to fight gun violence. This is part of his "Safer Communities" tour where he talks about local violence prevention work funded by the state. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now This Week in Pennsylvania SIGN UP NOW In York, city and police officials have started several programs, particularly after the city's most violent year in 2022. "York is doing phenomenal work because they're reaching folks on the ground where they're at and they're trying ..read more
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Things to do this weekend: Movies, concerts and Christmas in July
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by Lara Bonatesta
9M ago
(WHTM) -- It's almost the weekend again and if you're looking for something to do, we've got you covered. Here is abc27’s list of some events going on from Friday, July 14 to Sunday, July 16. Harrisburg area Free Movie Night at the Bandshell - Head to Reservoir Park this Friday for a free showing of Clifford the Big Red Dog hosted by the City of Harrisburg. The event is scheduled for Friday, July 14th at 8:00 p.m. Christmas in July at Broad Street Market - Despite the loss of the market's brick building due to a fire earlier this week, the Broad Street Market's Stone building will still h ..read more
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Midstate 911 call centers making recruitment push
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by Sanika Bhargaw
9M ago
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- York County's Office of Emergency Management needs 911 dispatchers to answer calls for help, over a thousand calls coming in every day. York County 911 spokesperson Ted Czech said the county is short 20 full-time positions in their 911 center, but he also said recruitment is an ongoing project. The county is always trying to hire more people, and they're not the only ones. In an emergency, these 911 dispatchers are critical. "They are the first first responders," Czech said. "They provide that absolutely vital link between someone who needs help and someone who can p ..read more
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National Merry-Go-Round Day: 4 things to know about the York State Fair Carousel
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by Lara Bonatesta
9M ago
YORK, Pa (WHTM) -- July 25 is National Merry-Go-Round or National Carousel Day, and as the York State Fair continues, the date could not have fallen at a more appropriate time for the Midstate. Here are things you may not know about the York Fair's carousel, according to organizers. 1 - The Strates Show Venetian Double Carousel is hand painted. According to fair organizers, the double carousel was painted by three Italian artists over the course of four months. The artists painted horses, gondola-like seats, and pirate scenes that can be seen on the ride’s ceiling. Top 10 rides featured at Yor ..read more
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$20 million affordable housing community holds grand opening in York County
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by Mac Bell
9M ago
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) -- Two local organizations came together to unveil their newest affordable housing community in York. Creating Opportunities in Neighborhood Environments (CONE) in partnership with the York Housing Authority (YHA), recently opened a new affordable housing community called The Homes at Thackston Park II, which is located at 320 West College Avenue, across the street from phase one of The Homes at Thackston Park ..read more
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