Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of December.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
On Friday, the Hershey Cubs hosted their annual Teddy Bear Toss in Hershey to collect stuffed animals that benefited local children—modeling their event after a well-loved tradition and delighting the community with a festive display.
U.S. Army Sgt. Stormy Fuller Smith from Hanover, who rescued a puppy overseas while serving, has reunited with the dog Jasmine for his birthday.
The community celebrated the emotional reunion as Stormy, currently undergoing treatment for bone cancer, prepares for surgery this week.
Pennsylvania Treasury said over $22 million in Money Match checks were mailed to nearly 100,000 Pennsylvanians as part of an effort to return unclaimed property.
Treasurer Stacy Garrity urged residents to cash or deposit their checks promptly while noting claims over $500 or shared by multiple owners still require filing.
Following Friday's storm, utility crews began working Saturday morning off Jonestown Road in Lower Paxton to restore power to traffic lights while a nearby road remains closed.
Dispatch says reopening is uncertain.
Dr. Jake Forman, a local vascular surgeon at WellSpan, explains that vascular procedures are distinct from cardiac surgery and that advances (including robotic techniques) are expanding less invasive treatment options for peripheral artery disease.
The Hershey Bears beat the Bridgeport Islanders 4-1 Saturday night with strong netminding by Mitch Gibson and three early goals, and the team will face Wilkes-Barre/Scranton at 3:05 p.m. today for their final game before the holiday break.
Dr. Bob Lombardi, who spent 37 years with the PIAA (13 as executive director), is set to retire at the end of the year as his work expanded girls' sports and grew the pool of officials.
PIAA chief operating officer Mark Byers will take over as executive director on Jan. 1.
The Hershey Bears close their nine-game homestand tonight with a 7 p.m. game against the Bridgeport Islanders on FOX43.2 at GIANT Center while aiming to build on a 4-0 win over Charlotte and a strong historical edge against Bridgeport.
National Christmas Center Train Ride
5-8 p.m. — Stone Gables Estate — Check website for pricing — Experience a festive train ride featuring the Snow Princess and Queen in a winter wonderland setting.
New Year's Eve Celebration
3-8:30 p.m. — Hershey's Chocolate World — Free entry with pre-registration — Celebrate with a DJ and HERSHEY'S Characters at a festive countdown.
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