Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of August.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
On Aug. 5, a 10-year-old girl with autism was rescued after wandering from her York County home when the Sheriff's Office (YCSO) tracked her Project Lifesaver signal to a stream near the interstate; officers said she did not panic and welcomed help from a familiar officer.
CJ Pony Parts in West Hanover Township acquired two restoration brands from Holley Performance Products late last month.
The deal gives the supplier a brand for Ford Mustang reproduction parts and another for Chevrolet and GMC pickup restoration parts.
Plainville Farms in New Oxford has received a $6 million state grant from DCED to preserve 690 jobs + support 93 family farms and assist over 300 vendors while it follows new animal welfare guidelines.
The Wenger Group now leads this longtime business after introducing practices to prevent past abuses.
Students throughout the Susquehanna Valley will return to classes on various dates, with Harrisburg schools set to start on Aug.
26 and other districts beginning between Aug. 17 and Sept. 1; families should verify schedules with their local district.
State guidelines now require Pennsylvania schools to report lead only when levels exceed 5 ppb (0.005 mg/L) for the 2026-27 school year.
School groups support the change while environmental advocates worry it may miss lower lead levels.
Penn State Dickinson Law named Sarah J.
Williams interim dean, effective immediately, as the school prepares for a national search for a permanent dean this fall. Williams, a faculty member since 2019, will lead the law school during a strategic update.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania sued TikTok in Allegheny County court — the state alleges the app misleads parents by using a 13-plus age rating while exposing young users to adult content.
Attorney General Dave Sunday seeks greater transparency with age verification changes to protect children.
The state treasury sent letters on Aug.
11 to inform residents about unclaimed funds ranging from $500 to $10,000 from dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, and forgotten stocks. Recipients must claim funds online or call the treasury (800-222-2046).
Rep. Scott Perry held a rally Monday night at a Hampden Township restaurant where he criticized his opponent’s views and supported bipartisan local reforms (including a push for a stock trading ban).
He promised to keep fighting for policies that benefit his constituents ahead of the upcoming House race.
Central Pa. broadcaster Ross Tucker has been promoted by CBS Sports to join Ian Eagle in the No. 2 NFL broadcast booth for the upcoming season.
His debut is set for Sept. 13 at 1 p.m. when the Bills host the Texans.
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