Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ JB Kelly Seafood Connection, a popular vendor at Broad Street Market for nearly 11 years, announced its closure due to unrecovered losses from a fire and ongoing construction. ABC27
- ➤ In central Pennsylvania, increasing fires spotlight the urgent need for enhanced fire prevention and safety measures, as highlighted by Harrisburg's Fire Chief and the American Red Cross. Local 21 News
- ➤ The Over The Edge fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region successfully raised $86,000, exceeding its goal to support its expanded youth mentoring services. ABC27
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Summer Lynn Heil pleaded guilty to hindering apprehension in connection with the death and dismemberment of Michael Pruitt in Springfield Township, potentially facing seven years in prison. ABC27
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Constellation Energy teams up with Microsoft to open the Crane Clean Energy Center and revitalize Three Mile Island Unit 1 for electricity production by 2028, also seeking to rename the site. PennLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams, in her 'State of the City' address, announced her re-election bid and revealed plans to exit the financial distress status under 'Act 47', highlighting achievements in affordable housing development and repair of blighted buildings. ABC27
- ➤ The registration deadline for the November 5, 2024, presidential election in Pennsylvania is October 21, with a close poll indicating a highly competitive race. PennLive
- ➤ Elon Musk announces a series of town hall events in Pennsylvania, including a Saturday event in Harrisburg, as a notable support effort for Donald Trump. PennLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ American Airlines will introduce a seasonal nonstop flight from Harrisburg International Airport to Miami International Airport from Feb. 15 to March 29 to enhance travel options to Florida. PennLive
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