Letter to the Editor: The Trump effect, and social media are influencing Cumberland County elections

By Vince DiFilippo It is interesting reading some letters to the editor regarding the recent general election and the discontent within the Cumberland County Republican […]

Planning Director: Fire fee for Hershey Elementary School is yet to be determined

By Sean Guay Hershey, Pennsylvania — An estimated $22,500 fire department fee surprised developers and public school officials at yesterday’s Derry Township Planning Commission meeting […]

The Hersheypark Stadium backstage is under construction

By Sean Guay Hershey, Pennsylvania — The Hersheypark Stadium backstage is to be redeveloped with 2 permanent buildings and 13 temporary structures. The Star Pavilion […]

Dr. Levine discussed misinformation and democracy in Hershey, Pennsylvania

Hershey, Pennsylvania — On Sunday, November 16 at 3:00 pm, Dr. Levine spoke at the All Saints Episcopal Church on Elm Street, hosted by the […]

Sen. Pennycuick, Rep. Merski speak at Digital PA Summit: Auditing and regulating algorithms; Upgrading critical infrastructure

By Sean Guay Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — An array of keynote speakers and panelists convened today at the Digital Pennsylvania Summit in the Harrisburg Hilton Ballroom […]

New school director speaks out against Derry Township Police cooperation with ICE

Update: Chief of Police disputes school board director’s ICE complaint According to a new report by Drew Weidman at THE SUN, the Derry Township Chief […]

Pennsylvania Senator Rothman urges public support for Data Centers at AI Summit

By Sean Guay Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — Today I attended the PA Chamber 2025 AI Summit at the Harrisburg University Heath and Science Tower, featuring an […]

Democrats swept the municipal election in Derry Township

Derry Township, Pennsylvania — Derry Township Democrats swept the ballot this week in an election that was said to be a rebuke of alleged corruption […]

Judge-elect La Tasha Williams made history in Dauphin County

By Sean Guay Dauphin County, Pennsylvania — An election for the history books has unfolded in Dauphin County after voters decidedly voiced their opinion at […]

Letter to the Editor: A look at outside influence in East Pennsboro municipal election

For 250 years, American voters have embraced the idea of self-governance and rejected outside influences in their local elections. Our community is no different.  During […]

Letter to the Editor: Integrity Needed on Cumberland Valley School Board 

The November 2025 election for four new Cumberland Valley School District (CVSD) Board members is critical to returning integrity to our board that will protect […]

Rep. Mehaffie secured grants to build bike lanes in both directions of E. Chocolate Avenue

Photo Credit: John Martin Hershey, Pennsylvania — The Derry Township Board of Supervisors voted to approve a road construction project to add bike lanes in […]

Letter to the Editor: Cumberland County Republican Party is not transparent

It appears that the Cumberland County Republican Party is once again not being consistent or transparent.  I recently met Jeffrey Clark, the winner of the […]

Former county commissioner endorses land preservation candidates in Silver Spring Township election

By Vincent DiFilippo As we approach the November 4 general election, I ask people to try to understand the importance of local elections.  The people […]

Members of Felony Lane Gang taken into custody in central Pennsylvania, investigation ongoing

Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania — Police are investigating the activity of an interstate crime ring targeting valuables left in vehicles, and other crimes throughout the region. Several […]

Opinion | The Truth About Pennsylvania’s Labor & Industry Committee

By Tracey Wakeen Pennsylvania’s Democrat-controlled Labor & Industry Committee postures as a champion of workers, but its actions expose a blatant betrayal of small businesses—the […]

Two suspects arrested for robbery at Fulton Bank on Trindle Road in Camp Hill

Camp Hill, Pennsylvania — Officers from the Camp Hill Police Department responded to an active robbery at the Fulton Bank located at 3344 Trindle Road […]

Attorney General: Retail theft crime ring busted in central Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that three people are charged with operating a complex criminal enterprise targeting retailers — causing approximately $60,000 […]

Swatara Commissioners vote to convert building for full-day kindergarten pending traffic improvements

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — The Swatara Township Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved land development plans for the Central Dauphin School District Early Childhood Learning Center […]

Misguided Republicans in Cumberland County | By Brian Drapp

By Brian Drapp The November 2025 general election is quickly approaching with races that will affect our community. However, there is a growing trend by […]

Dauphin County rejects “welcoming resolution” and will continue to cooperate with ICE

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — During today’s Dauphin County Commissioners weekly public meeting, an agenda item targeting cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement sparked a wide ranging […]

Plans for Hershey Islamic Center tabled by township supervisors 

Derry Township, Pennsylvania — At tonight’s business meeting, the Derry Township Board of Supervisors voted to table plans for a mosque to be built at […]

John Fetterman is committing $100,000 to support Eugene DePasquale as chairman of PA Dems

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — U.S. Senator John Fetterman announced today that he will commit $100,000 directly to the Pennsylvania Democrat Party in support of Eugene DePasquale […]

Say No to “Ozempic Vulva” and Yes to Broccoli: The Truth About Weight Loss Drugs

By Dr. Stephanie Coxon Tired of munching iceberg lettuce like a desperate rabbit, hoping those stubborn pounds will vanish? You’re not alone—according to a May 2024 […]

Dauphin County intends to not cooperate with ICE pending commissioners vote

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — During today’s weekly commissioners meeting, Dauphin County Commissioner Justin Douglas announced that the county solicitor intends to not cooperate with ICE, and […]

Derry Township School District names new assistant superintendent

Hershey, Pennsylvania — Dr. Jesse Rawls Jr. has been selected as the new Assistant to Superintendent Dr. Stacy Winslow in the Derry Township School District. […]

Dauphin County official charged in hit-and-run crash said she “blacked out”

Lower Paxton Township, Pennsylvania — Rogette Harris, 44, of Hershey, faces a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge and other offenses after “blacking out” at the wheel, causing […]

Realterm acquires prime industrial outdoor storage maintenance facility in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Annapolis, Maryland — Realterm, an independent global investment manager focused on the transportation industry, announced the acquisition of 6330 Basehore Road located in Mechanicsburg, PA on July […]

Derry Township opposes South Hanover development plan to access Hersheypark Drive; Zoning resignations

Hershey, Pennsylvania — During a May 27 board meeting, the solicitor for Derry Township was authorized to attend an appeal hearing for a development project […]

Citizen journalist prevails in court over City of Harrisburg in immigration and gang records case

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — In a closely watched public transparency case, Beau M. Brown, a citizen journalist and longtime Harrisburg resident, successfully defended his Right-to-Know Law […]

Cumberland Valley board to vote on $205M budget with $6.3M deficit

Letter to the Editor Cumberland Valley School District Board will vote at the Mon., June 16, 2025 board meeting on the 2025-2026 Budget. Per the […]

Scott Presler responds to criticism from Pennsylvania Senator Mastriano

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — During a radio interview on 103.7 FM, Senator Doug Mastriano answered questions about political activist Scott Presler who was featured in a […]

Former GOP committee woman Nancy Pleskovitch loses appeal

Greensburg, Pennsylvania — Another elected GOP Committee Person has been removed, following a failed appeal yesterday.  And, Nancy Pleskovitch of Ligioner (Westmoreland County) believes she was […]

Camp Hill Borough Council questioned by public about rash of crime, sanctuary status

Camp Hill, Pennsylvania — “We’re all just wondering what happened to this beautiful little town?” That was the bonding sentiment overheard at Wednesday night’s Camp […]

Candidates seek six-year Derry Township Board of Supervisors seats

By Sean Guay Dauphin County, Pennsylvania — A primary election surprise has reshaped the municipal election in Derry Township, with four candidates now vying for six-year […]

Former Cali. Republican Lesa Brackbill won primary election for school board as a Democrat in Hershey, PA 

Hershey, Pennsylvania — Lesa Brackbill is a California native and Azusa Pacific University alumna who is currently campaigning for a seat on the Derry Township […]

Fifth time extension sought for West End, now controlled by Milton Hershey School 

By Sean Guay Derry Township, Pennsylvania — A fifth time extension is being sought from Derry Township at the May 27 board of supervisors meeting […]

Food Industry Says Dyes are Safe | Dr. Stephanie Coxon

By Dr. Stephanie Coxon Does your child eat and then run across the room like a banshee serenading its warning of near death approaching in a […]

Derry Township, Pennsylvania to be twin city of Derry, Northern Ireland

By Sean Guay Hershey, Pennsylvania — During an April 2025 public meeting in Northern Ireland, members were informed that their council had received a request […]

Middletown Mayor Curry responds to political statement from fire department

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania — Middletown Mayor James Curry has responded to a divisive statement issued by Middletown Volunteer Fire Department ahead of Tuesday’s municipal election […]

Zmuda recused due to board conflict on vote to approve alcoholic beverages; No Pride event in Hershey

Hershey, Pennsylvania — At the Derry Township Board of Supervisor’s meeting on May 13, Supervisor Zmuda recused himself from a vote to allow alcoholic beverages […]

Donald John Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

By Sean Guay Donald John Trump shall be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to foster fraternity between nations, to reduced standing armies, […]

A New Sheriff in Town | By Kelly Potteiger

By Kelly Potteiger In the race for Cumberland County Sheriff, the ballot gives voters no choice. That just changed, because Cumberland County native, Christopher J. […]

Giving Back with SCORE: A Meaningful Way for Professionals to Volunteer

By Trish Rimo Mentoring, coaching, and giving our time can transform lives, including our own. Through my work as a mentor with the SCORE Lancaster-Lebanon […]

Wawa seeks to expand on Wesley Drive in Mechanicsburg

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania — Wawa has prepared plans to redevelop a 2.35-acre site on Wesley Drive in Lower Allen Township. The Cumberland County Planning Department will […]

Campaign finance reports are late from candidates who distanced themselves from out-of-state PAC | By Vincent DiFilippo

By Vincent DiFilippo The election for supervisor in Silver Spring Township gets more interesting.  Campaign finance reports were due on May 9.  The out-of-state super […]

Restoring Judicial Integrity | By Kelly Potteiger

By Kelly Potteiger In the primary election on May 20, voters will decide which Republican candidate for the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court will run in the […]

Central Penn Business Journal Announces 2025 Women of Influence

Camp Hill, Pennsylvania — Central Penn Business Journal has selected Gretchen Duda, Associate Financial Advisor at Advent Partners in Camp Hill, as a 2025 Women […]

Rep. Tom Mehaffie responds to allegations of K9 scandal in Swatara Township

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania — State Rep. Tom Mehaffie (R-Dauphin Co.) has publicly responded to allegations made by Swatara Township Commissioner Tom Connolly in a letter […]