Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
🏘️ Community
The Susquehanna Township community is showing strong support for football coach Joe Headen after his contract was not renewed, questioning the school board's decision and seeking accountability.
Linglestown and CASA light up the holiday tree, launching a fundraising campaign to support foster children.
🚧 Accidents
Nikki Shumaker heroically rescued her daughter and then re-entered her burning home to save their pets, all surviving despite the home's damage and the suspected electrical cause of the fire.
🚨 Crime
The Dauphin County Coroner's Office and Harrisburg Police investigated an undisclosed incident at row homes on North 6th Street.
Lateef Phoenix is charged with first-degree murder and evidence tampering in the shooting death of Darius Stukes in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
In 1985, a state police fingerprint expert's testimony linked Ron Sperry Jr. to a 1980 cold case double murder, countering his alibi and leading to his conviction.
🎭 Culture
The PA Christmas and Gift Show, taking place December 4-8 at the PA Farm Show Complex, offers a diverse range of gifts and holiday activities, with an expected attendance of 30,000.
🏥 Health
SunFed Produce LLC has initiated a recall of all sizes of fresh American cucumbers across 26 U.S. states and several Canadian provinces due to potential salmonella contamination.
🏈 Sports
Harrisburg's former all-state quarterback Shawn Lee Jr. commits to playing football at the University of Pittsburgh, following in the footsteps of his father.
🎉 Harrisburg Events
Submit an event →
SVAACN Monthly Chapter Meeting and Holiday Celebration
The event features an evening of holiday celebration with educational sessions on non-invasive cardiac output monitoring and a cookie exchange, alongside a charity drive for Caitlin's Smiles.
Everything Yes - Jazz Fusion Concert
Everything Yes is an American jazz fusion band featuring renowned drummer Zack Graybeal and composer Sean Reeser performing live.
Christmas Celebration at Italian Lake
The event features family-friendly activities including a carriage ride, petting zoo, and tree lighting ceremony, along with live performances and local artisan market.
🏠 Harrisburg Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Harrisburg Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Harrisburg Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Harrisburg.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.