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Today’s edition · Wed., Nov. 4

Pennsylvania's measles count reaches 1,433 across 44 counties

Plus, I-83 shoulder restrictions this weekend and LIHEAP heating help is open.

The Daily Harrisburg team1 story15 sources4 min read

HealthTop story

Pennsylvania's measles count reaches 1,433 cases in 44 counties

Lancaster and Mifflin counties lead Pennsylvania's measles cases

Source: The Sentinel

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Value
Lancaster496
Mifflin205
Centre41
Juniata12
Huntingdon8

Pennsylvania's measles outbreak has reached 1,433 confirmed cases in 44 counties, the Department of Health announced Monday. Mifflin County added seven cases to reach 205, up from 198 on Oct. 28. It still ranks second behind Lancaster County at 496.

Sixteen counties show , meaning measles is spreading locally beyond a single household. Clinton County joined that list Monday, and Somerset County came off it. A CDC officer will stay in Pennsylvania through Fri., Nov. 6 to help the state build models of the outbreak.

  • Last seven days: 74 cases, down from 85 on Oct. 28
  • Under 18: 33% of all cases
  • Fully vaccinated: four cases, less than 1% of the total
  • Providers gave more than 53,000 MMR doses in four weeks of October
  • Exposure notice: Target, 1745 Quentin Road, Lebanon

The outbreak by the numbers

1,433
confirmed cases in 2026
44
counties with cases
269
hospitalizations, up from 265
5
measles-associated deaths

Sources: GettysburgTimes.com, The Sentinel

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News Notes

I-83 work

If you drive I-83 this weekend, PennDOT will inspect the viaduct bridge near Exit 43 on Friday and Saturday nights. Shoulder restrictions are expected from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. PennLive

Walk-in clinic

A walk-in orthopedic care clinic is set to open in Dauphin County. Unlike traditional urgent care, it will do same-day assessments and care for fractures, sprains, sports injuries, and other concerns. PennLive

District soccer

Lower Dauphin had a busy Tuesday. The boys beat Conestoga Valley 1-0 in double overtime in the District 3 Class 4A semifinals at Kreiser-Hallman Field. The girls won on penalty kicks over Mechanicsburg after a late stop by Reese Marshall. The Falcons, in their first season in 4A, will play for district gold on Saturday. LancasterOnlinePennLive

Volleyball

Garden Spot beat host Lower Dauphin 3-2 in the District 3 Class 5A semifinal. The Spartans will face top-seeded Exeter in Thursday's championship match. LancasterOnline

Garden Spot beat Lower Dauphin in five sets

  • Garden Spot3
    Lower Dauphin2
    FinalGames: 18-25, 28-26, 25-11, 23-25, 15-8

Source: LancasterOnline

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LIHEAP

Applications for the 2026-27 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program are open through April 23, 2027. Homeowners and renters who meet income guidelines can get standard cash grants of $200 to $1,000, based on household size, income and primary fuel type. The money goes straight to the utility or fuel provider and doesn't have to be repaid. WILK NewsLewistown SentinelAltoona MirrorBeaver County Radio

LIHEAP grants run from $25 to $1,000

Grant typeAmount
Standard cash grant$200 to $1,000
Crisis grant$25 to $1,000

Source: WILK News

Dairy panel

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding convened the first meeting of the new Pennsylvania Dairy Development Committee in October. The advisory group will recommend ways to increase milk production in the state's $11.8 billion dairy industry, which is preparing for Chobani's $1.2 billion dairy operation and 900 jobs. Lewistown Sentinel

Wonder food hall

Wonder, a mix-and-match food hall concept, plans a Chambersburg restaurant at 520 Gateway Avenue in the North Chambersburg Village Center. It will take 3,940 square feet next to Dave's Hot Chicken and is slated to open in spring 2027. ABC27

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The Wrap

The Wrap: The National Civil War Museum is offering a free day of admission honoring veterans on Sat., Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Special activities are still to be announced, so we'd check the museum's page before you head over.

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Daily Harrisburgto me · Wed., Nov. 46:00 a.m.

Pennsylvania's measles count reaches 1,433 across 44 counties

Plus, I-83 shoulder restrictions this weekend and LIHEAP heating help is open.

The TLDR

  1. Pennsylvania's measles count reaches 1,433 cases in 44 counties
  2. PennDOT plans I-83 bridge inspections near Exit 43 Friday and Saturday nights
  3. Lower Dauphin soccer teams advance in District 3 play
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