Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
On Tuesday just before 7 a.m., a crash in Springettsbury Township—near Exit 19—blocked a southbound lane on I-83 and caused heavy traffic delays in York County.
Former assistant director of nursing Eliut Lopez-Enriquez pleaded guilty in March 2023 to abusing 80-year-old Edward Scott at Gardens of Blue Ridge nursing home in Dauphin County and now faces up to two years in jail—Scott, a double-amputee with a severe back ulcer, died two months later.
Capital Region Water is starting a $1.4 billion project over 40 years to fix its 177-mile sewer system and cut pollution by turning methane into energy—this work will improve stormwater management and help fund customer programs while avoiding steep rate hikes, with a key part set to finish by the end of 2025.
Pennsylvania jumped to 27th in FishingBooker’s fishing rankings and celebrated 100 years of the Appalachian Trail as many state parks saw up to a 63% rise in visitors.
Local trail towns and volunteer groups help keep trails safe and offer affordable outdoor fun as the state builds on its growing recreation boom.
On Monday, Pennsylvania lawmakers met with winemakers at Nissley Vineyards in Lancaster to discuss climate change, regulations, and market fairness while reviewing how the wine industry supports over 10,700 jobs and adds $1.7B to the local economy.
The roundtable—co-hosted by the House Majority Policy Committee and the Central PA House Delegation—will guide future legislative steps to help local winemakers grow their businesses.
Pennsylvania lawmakers did not complete a budget by June 30, so the state will delay $2.5 billion in payments to schools, counties and service providers for six weeks — Secretary of the Budget Uri Monson said that negotiations continue and funds will be released once a budget bill reaches the governor.
Michael Carbonaro Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and comedy of Michael Carbonaro from truTV's The Carbonaro Effect.
Fitz and The Tantrums Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sound of indie pop and neo-soul with Fitz and the Tantrums at the top of their game.
All-4-One Concert
8-11 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Check the site for ticket info — Relive the magic of timeless love songs from the iconic group All-4-One.
All-4-One Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless love songs of All-4-One live in concert.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Harrisburg.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.