2 hospitalized after house explosion in Gillespie County, fire officials say
Two people were taken to hospitals in San Antonio after a house exploded in Gillespie County, according to Fredericksburg Fire/EMS.
May 27, 2026Open source
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2 hospitalized after home explosion in Gillespie County, officials say
A house explosion and fire in southern Gillespie County sent two people to the hospital on Wednesday morning, according to the Gillespie County Sheriff's Off...
May 27, 2026Open source
Fredericksburg native goes viral after revealing Spurs jersey at OU graduation
Fredericksburg native and OU grad Dane Carter went viral after flashing a Spurs jersey during graduation, drawing boos, cheers and playoff buzz.
May 21, 2026Open source
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Pink Panther wanted for allegedly stalking children in Fredericksburg [Strange]
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May 18, 2026Open source
FOX45: Stranger in disturbing pink costume stalking kids in Fredericksburg
The Fredericksburg community is on alert after an individual dressed in a disturbing pink costume was reportedly following children.
May 18, 2026Open source
Woman stabbed to death at Fairfax County bus stop appears to be random attack victim
Stephanie Minter, of Fredericksburg, was the victim, police said. Abdul Jalloh, who was seen on a bus with her, was charged.
May 18, 2026Open source
Fredericksburg police search for suspect who allegedly chased kids in bunny costume
Fredericksburg police are searching for a person accused of wearing a bunny costume and targeting children in a disturbing incident that unfolded Thursday.
May 18, 2026Open source
Hickory Crawdads lose five of six on the road against Fredericksburg
The only win for Hickory in the series came on Saturday night when Paulino Santana hit a two-run double in the eighth inning to rally the Crawdads to a 5-4
May 6, 2026Open source
Man sought after assault on Fredericksburg Canal Path trail
Police in Fredericksburg are searching for a man who assaulted a woman along the Canal Path late Friday night, according to authorities.
May 5, 2026Open source
Coastal Flood Advisory until THU 8:00 AM EDT, Anne Arundel County
Coastal Flood Advisory until THU 8:00 AM EDT, Anne Arundel County
Apr 30, 2026Open source
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Defendant in Pa. lawmaker threats waives hearing, charges move to Lebanon County Court
HARRISBURG — The Lebanon County man state police accuse of threatening 20 Pennsylvania Democratic state lawmakers waived his right to a preliminary hearing...
May 14, 2026Open source
Man arrested for allegedly posting hit list, threatening more than a dozen Pennsylvania lawmakers
A man is under arrest for allegedly threatening more than a dozen Pennsylvania elected officials.
May 13, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania health officials report 11 measles cases in Lebanon County
After three people were hospitalized with measles in the central Pennsylvania, state Department of Health staff conducted contact tracing in the area.
May 6, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania health officials report 11 measles cases in Lebanon County
Eleven people have been diagnosed with measles in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania health officials said Wednesday. After three people with measles were hospital...
May 6, 2026Open source
WPIAL holds first-ever flag football playoffs | FINAL SCORES
First-round and quarterfinal games in the WPIAL flag football playoffs were played at North Allegheny, Mt. Lebanon, Gateway and Montour.
May 6, 2026Open source
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What happens when a vehicle is left along a roadway or private property? [Lancaster Watchdog]
An unoccupied car sits along the eastbound lane of Route 283, east of the Mount Gretna Road overpass, in Mount Joy Township on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
May 9, 2026Open source
12 measles cases reported in Lebanon County, bringing 2026 state total to 24
Lebanon County, neighboring Lancaster County, is the latest county to experience a measles outbreak, as 12 people there have been diagnosed with the virus.
May 7, 2026Open source
Solanco softball keeps the momentum going with a six-inning victory over Elizabethtown in L-L Section 2
Solanco softball Kira Roark, left, Ava Fedoruk and Delaney Gote during Lancaster-Lebanon League Spring Media Day at Penn Medicine Park in Lancaster on Sunday...
May 5, 2026Open source
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Grace period for Pa. distracted driving law nears end, enforcement looms
HARRISBURG — The grace period is winding down and enforcement of a Pennsylvania law barring motorists from hands-on use of cellphones and other internet-ca...
May 14, 2026Open source
Study: Hunters value the forest experience as much as deer harvest in DMAP areas
UNIVERSITY PARK — A new Penn State study suggests hunters participating in Pennsylvania’s Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) care more about havin...
May 14, 2026Open source
Data center Town Hall invite shunned by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s office
(Editor's note: The article has been updated since initial publication to include a statement from Gov. Josh Shapiro's office.) HARRISBURG — The...
May 13, 2026Open source
Penny’s ice cream to open walk-up window at Manheim Township production space
Penny’s ice cream, which once had a retail shop in Lancaster city, will open a walk-up window next month in Manheim Township.
May 12, 2026Open source
Mastriano nominated by Trump for ambassador role
HARRISBURG — President Donald Trump nominated Pennsylvania state Sen. Doug Mastriano to become ambassador to the Slovak Republic, choosing a longtime ally...
May 12, 2026Open source
Pa. Supreme Court justice cites anti-semitism in Dem party exit
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht cited growing anti-semitism within the Democratic Party for his withdrawal, shifting to a non-a...
May 12, 2026Open source
Mobile hygiene and medical clinic in danger of closing by June 30 without new funding
Alex Mullins, left, and Alexa Morales set up the mobile hygiene unit outside of Union Community Care in Lancaster city on Friday, March 25, 2022.
May 12, 2026Open source
12 (mostly free) summer concert series in Lancaster County, from Long's Park to New Holland
The West Chester Community Concert Band performs the first of the summer concert series sponsored by the New Holland Summer Arts Association at the New Holla...
May 12, 2026Open source
PennDOT to display plans for Route 239 bridge over Little Wapwallopen Creek
Officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation invited the public to a public display of plans for the Route 239 over Little Wapwallopen Creek...
May 11, 2026Open source
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: Governor, agriculture secretary call for federal support for Pennsylvania farmers
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding this week visited Cherry Hill Orchards in Lancaster County to meet...
May 9, 2026Open source
AG's office appeals vacated conviction from crash that killed Troy teacher
HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office is appealing to the state’s Supreme Court to reinstate the vehicular homicide conviction of a f...
May 9, 2026Open source
The art of the yelp: Preserving history through turkey call collecting
SMETHPORT, Pa. – For most, a turkey call is simply a hunting tool. But look closer, and you will find a rich tapestry of American history, meticulous craft...
May 9, 2026Open source
Workforce development agreement sets stage for economic growth; LCCC President Yudichak participates in sig...
NANTICOKE — Pennsylvania’s community colleges are building a first-in-the-nation skilled trade workforce educational ecosystem that will fuel economic gr...
May 7, 2026Open source
Officers rescue three baby raccoons from chimney of Pennsylvania home
Officers in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, rescued several baby raccoons after the curious critters became trapped inside a residential chimney.
May 7, 2026Open source
Committee advances Dush bill to fully protect concealed carry
HARRISBURG – Legislation sponsored by Pennsylvania Senate Second Amendment Caucus Chairman Sen. Cris Dush, R-Brookville, which would fully allow for the co...
May 7, 2026Open source
Assessment company addresses concerns, reiterates process
COUDERSPORT — Nick Angiolieri of Vision Government Solutions, the company that is conducting the county-wide property assessment, took part in the April 30...
May 6, 2026Open source
Jail board talks mental health needs, possible new indigent services
COUDERSPORT — The Potter County jail board discussed the possibility of a new position to work with public defender Walter Stenhach’s office to improve i...
May 6, 2026Open source
WASD work session weighs upcoming budget vote
WELLSBORO — The Wellsboro Area School District board focused on budget options during the May 4 work session in preparation for the upcoming vote on Tuesda...
May 6, 2026Open source
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Region: Central Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania man accused of secretly recording child in Fayette County home A man is facing more than 100 f...
A man is facing more than 100 felony charges after investigators said he secretly installed hidden cameras inside a Fayette County home to record a child.
May 27, 2026Open source
2 people dead in "heartbreaking" gun violence in Chester, Pennsylvania Two people died and another is in cr...
Two people died and another is in critical condition after two shootings in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday.
May 27, 2026Open source
Explosion reported at Dairy Farmers of America plant in Western Pa.
An explosion was reported at a Dairy Farmers of America plant in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. Three people were injured, according to emergency dispatchers.
May 27, 2026Open source
Pennsylvania man accused of hiding cameras in bathroom to capture child undressing
One of the cameras was hidden in a shampoo bottle and was discovered by the child, according to investigators.
May 27, 2026Open source
Trump's Justice Department purges information about convicted Jan. 6 rioters from Pennsylvania
The Trump administration continues to rewrite the history of Jan. 6 and his supporters' failed attempt to overturn the 2020 election.
May 27, 2026Open source
Parkinson’s breakthrough? Study identifies possible treatment target.
Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania have identified an immune-system protein that facilitates the spread of Parkinson's disease to new brain cells...
May 27, 2026Open source
Woman, 44, dies days after UTV crash in Western Pa, police seek witnesses
Pennsylvania State Police said they are investigating a UTV crash in Hanover Township, Washington County.
May 27, 2026Open source
1 dead, 1 injured after fatal single-vehicle crash in Orange County
A 23-year-old man from Hawaii is dead and a 20-year-old man from Pennsylvania is injured after a fatal single-vehicle crash in Orange County early Monday mor...
May 25, 2026Open source
At least 2 people shot near the White House, including a possible suspect, officials say
The U.S. Secret Service said it was aware of reports of shots fired near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
May 23, 2026Open source
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