Good morning, Harrisburg.

WGAL 8 announced the launch of THE THREAD, a new half-hour multiplatform newscast airing at 7:00 p.m. Monday, Sept.

14, featuring anchors Tasmin Mahfuz & Michael Fuller. The program will blend digital and traditional news to bring fresh local storytelling to viewers.

Today at 1 p.m., a free farmers market opened at Hamilton Health Center in Steelton, offering over 8,000 pounds of produce and fostering community ties.

Organized by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, Highmark Wholecare, and Hamilton Health, the event is the second in a series with more planned.

PIDA has approved over $3.7 million in low-interest loans for five Central Pa businesses, including projects in Lancaster and Dover, announced on Tuesday — the loans will add over $10.2 million to the economy, create 35 jobs, and retain 53 positions.

The Shapiro administration made $4.7 million available for manufacturing workforce training through the MTTC Program.

Applications are accepted from DCED until funding is exhausted or until June 30, helping school districts, trade schools and community colleges build skills for future manufacturing jobs.

Pennsylvania's 500 school districts will share $565 million in supplemental funds to close education gaps.

Each district received at least $50,000 to support teacher hiring, smaller classes, and full-day kindergarten (a move following recent budget deals and a court ruling).

The Cleve J. Fredricksen Library in Camp Hill now loans items (like karaoke machines and microscopes) along with kits for adults and teens to help residents avoid pricey one-time purchases; the library is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.

Pennsylvania lawmakers are considering a back-to-school sales tax holiday with House Bill 1667.

The bill, pending House and governor approval, would exempt computers, tablets (up to $1,500), and school supplies from tax from the first through third Saturdays in August.

Sen. McCormick honored Penn State wrestling at the Capitol on Tuesday after the team clinched its fifth NCAA title under coach Cael Sanderson, and he introduced a resolution recognizing their legacy (they won 13 championships in 15 years).

Between July 27 and Aug.

1, Dauphin County inspectors found several restaurants had health code violations, including cockroach infestations, improper cleaning, & expired food products. Roberto’s Pizza corrected its issues on a followup inspection on July 31 after being found with too many cockroaches on July 29.

High school football teams in the Mid Penn Conference prepared for the 2026/27 season at a Wednesday media day in south-central PA, where new head coaches + Bishop McDevitt moving to 6A promise fresh challenges on the field.