York Daily Record/Sunday News
More than bricks and mortar: Habitat for Humanity at end of Chestnut Street fire revival
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- More than bricks and mortar: Habitat for Humanity at end of Chestnut Street fire revival
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- 10 months ago
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- It’s been 17 years since a massive fire tore through the 700 block of Chestnut Street in York. By late Summer, the final four houses will complete a row of 14 ones.
( Video, story Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/community/2025/06/30/habitat-build-closes-chapter-on-devastating-2009-chestnut-street-fire-volunteers-housing-york-pa/84379186007/
York Habitat for Humanity broke ground June 25 on Phase 3 of the project.
The 700 block of Chestnut Street was the scene of a 2009 fire that destroyed 16 century-old row homes.
Rebuilding of the block didn’t start until 2018, when Habitat stepped in to begin the first phase of homes.
The pandemic slowed down the completion of Phase 2.
The front yards of the earlier phases of the project have matured reflecting the personalities of their new owners with some preferring a simple look with one tree and landscape stone while in another front...
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- Will the York State Fair move back to September? Here's the latest on the debate in 2025
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- 10 months ago
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- It's the question that arises every year as the York State Fair opens in July: Will the fair move back to September?
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/07/03/york-state-fair-2025-will-it-move-from-july-to-september/84437202007/
Last summer, York State Fair CEO Patrick Ball discussed how the York County Agricultural Society is exploring the future of the event with an initiative called the York State Fair 2030. At the time, he said every option is on the table, including moving the fair back to September.
The nonprofit organization continues to look at the timing of the fair, Ball said during a recent interview.
"At this point, in my opinion, and I think the opinion of the board, we don't have enough data to make a decision," Ball said in a recent interview.
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- Amish tourism is a big business and the sect has a complicated relationship with it
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- 10 months ago
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- Tom and Ellis Hansen were visiting their daughter, who is studying equine management at Delaware State University, when they decided to take a short side trip to Lancaster County.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/2025/06/26/the-amish-have-a-complicated-relationship-with-the-tourism-industry/83728757007/
The couple is from Herefordshire, a rural county in the west of England, and while they were in the United States, they wanted to do some sightseeing. One of the places they wanted to see was Amish country.
“We were kind of interested in the Amish and their way of life,” Ellis said.
They admired the simplicity of the Amish culture, “the importance of self-sufficiency,” Ellis said. “We try to live a much simpler life, but not as simple as the Amish. We like the idea of a small, tight-knit community, relying on each other.”
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- Gov. Josh Shapiro: PA can't 'backfill' billions cut from Medicaid, SNAP by 'Big Beautiful Bill'
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- During a press conference celebrating streamlining the process of licensing doctors and nurses from out of state to work in Pennsylvania, Gov. Josh Shapiro was asked about the effects of the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" that was recently signed into law.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/07/07/billions-in-cuts-to-medicaid-and-snap-affects-outlined-by-shapiro/84494686007/
During the press conference at WellSpan Health’s Jersey College School of Nursing in York, a reporter asked the governor what he thought the long-term effects of the bill would be for Pennsylvanians.
Shapiro began by outlining the numbers of people who will be affected. Over time, 310,000 Pennsylvanians would lose Medicaid and 140,000 would lose SNAP food assistance.
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- 'Gave it everything I had': Dover Twp. girl sets world record for 24-hour bike ride
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- 10 months ago
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- Scarlet Zeigler was about 250 miles into the bike ride when she started to feel it.
( Video edited Paul Kuehnel with content from Scarlet Zeigler) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/2025/07/07/dover-twp-pa-girl-16-sets-world-record-for-24-hour-bike-ride/84450113007/
It felt like an out-of-body experience. She felt woozy. She would stop periodically, lean against a tree beside the trail, and take her shoes off. Her feet were burning. Her neck was seized up. During the night – riding alone on a dark trail in the middle of nowhere – she kept craning her neck, looking behind her as she rode, checking to see whether someone was following her. “I get paranoid,” she said.
Scarlet Zeigler stops for refueling during record ride at mile 88 in Meyersdale.
Now that the sun was up, she stopped doing that and soon she couldn’t turn her head. “My legs felt good,” she said. “My knees felt good. My hips felt good. I just couldn’t ...
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- America 250 Liberty Bell is unveiled at Camp Security Revolutionary War POW site
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- York County President Commissioner Julie Wheeler gives remarks during the unveiling of the Semiquincentennial Bell at Camp Security Park.
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of this country, America 250PA is erecting replicas of the Liberty Bell in every county in the state, 67 in all.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/07/10/liberty-bell-marks-camp-securitys-place-in-american-history/84520078007/
The first bell was installed at the Dennis Farm in Susquehanna County in northeastern Pennsylvania. The 153-acre farm has been owned by the same African-American family since 1793, one of the untold stories of the American experiment. The second was placed at the Hawley Silk Mill in Wayne County, a factory that dates to 1880 and spearheaded the Industrial Revolution and provided employment for those who immigrated to the United States in search of opportunity.
When it came to find a ...
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- Franchesca’s is bringing bold NYC-style pizza to the Franklin Street Social this month
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- 10 months ago
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- Franchesca’s is the newest addition to the Franklin Street Social food hall.
The new stand is chic, elegant and has a touch of whimsy, conveyed through its branding and timeless aesthetic.
( Video: Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/07/03/new-york-style-pizzeria-to-open-in-franklin-street-social-this-month/84450614007/
Like any project run by Franklin Street Social partners Ethan Greer and Jordan Illyes, you can expect it to look great, and at Franchesca's the pizza and décor are no exception.
Located in the Former 4 E's Latin Cuisine, the FSS team wanted to fill a pizzeria in its place − one that complimented the food hall's whimsy and diverse taste. In just six weeks, the team went from not knowing how to even make a New York Style pizza to developing a dough, curating an inventive menu and designing a space that reflects a classic city pizza shop.
"I'm a believer in learning by e...
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- Bali case highlights the link between cruelty to animals and violence against humans: DA
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- 10 months ago
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- On Tuesday, Aston Aguilera, a 39-year-old Dover Township man, was sentenced to two to four years in state prison for beating his dog, a 5-year-old pit bull terrier named Bali, to death with a baseball bat and then enlisting his daughter in cleaning up the crime scene and disposing of Bali's carcass in a ditch along a remote country road.
( Video: Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/07/03/animal-abuse-case-highlights-link-to-domestic-violence-child-abuse/84459835007/
The case attracted a lot of attention, as egregious instances of animal abuse do. Activists and Aguilera's 19-year-old daughter, who had reported the crime to police and later testified at a preliminary hearing against her father, called for justice for Bali. Law enforcement officials said her actions demonstrated courage.
But, according to York County District Attorney Tim Barker, the case not only illustrates people's connection to their pets and the...
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- Bold flavors and packed portions: Poblano Tex-Mex Grill is making an impression in York
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Lyshaell Rios started cooking when she was 15 years old at her Lancaster County home.
( Video by Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/life/food/2025/07/02/poblano-tex-mex-grill-celebrates-1-year-anniversary-this-month-in-york-pa/84433492007/
She grew up in a family who cooked up traditional Amish and Mennonite cuisine made of simple, hearty meals like pot pies, casseroles, crockpot meals and baked oatmeal. They’re homey, comforting and hold a special place in Rios’ heart, but having the chance to cook in diverse kitchens expanded her palette and fascination with bold flavors.
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- Hand-lettered signs replace deteriorating red plastic letters at Lincoln Highway landmark
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- The eastern gateway to York City received some final polish over the weekend as local artisans replaced the partially missing red plastic welcome sign at the Lincoln Highway Turkey Hill with hand-painted lettering.
( Video/Story: Paul Kuehnel ) Full story https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/06/30/lincoln-highway-landmark-receives-a-new-welcome-to-york-city-sign/84396454007/
About a year ago, Corey Wolfe noticed the state of the signage. It had been vandalized with graffiti and one of the red plastic letters that stands away from the wall on pins had fallen off. Over the years, the wall had suffered damage and two decades of wear and tear.
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- Littlestown rallied to help their neighbors in the intense heat during power outage
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Wenger's Junk Removal, Windsor Insulation and Randy's Electric were just some of the Littlestown businesses and donated to help after substation fire knocked out electric in Littlestown, PA.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- Cooling station and transformer fire as power outage continues in Adams County, PA
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Bendersville Community Fire Co. Chief Dustin Cramer opened a cooling station in his powerless fire station with the help of a PEMA portable units during triple digit heat after a substation fire that left many without power.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- Family-owned ice cream shop Sprinkles & Company now open in Red Lion
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- A family-owned ice cream shop just opened its doors in Red Lion offering
soft serve, frozen yogurt, locally made hand dipped ice cream and more.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/06/18/sprinkles-company-ice-cream-shop-is-now-open-in-red-lion/84232731007/
Sprinkles & Company, 103 East Broadway, in Red Lion located next to Golden Crust Pizza opened this month, and serves Beck’s Premium ice cream, rotating custard flavors, sugar-free options and fruit-flavored Dole soft serve that's both dairy-free and gluten-free.
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- Rice Paddy: 21-year-old launches Southeast Asian food stall in Penn Market
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- 10 months ago
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- Tony Nyguen spent his formative years in the kitchen, learning to cook by
watching his mother. Food gave the 21-year-old a path in life and opened doors he never thought possible – including starting his own business.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/06/20/rice-paddy-serves-southeast-asian-inspired-dishes-at-penn-market/84275738007/
He was 2 years old when his family came to York in 2006 from Vietnam. Growing up, he bounced back and forth between two cultures, sometimes struggling to find himself. But food, he said, often helped.
"Food just made me really happy as a person," he said. He watched his mother cook with her soul and measure ingredients with her heart while preparing dishes for her family. She had Nyguen carefully observed her techniques, encouraging him to learn by watching. “I had to invest in focus,” he said.
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- Beams rise on new WellSpan hospital in Shrewsbury area - expected to open next year
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- 10 months ago
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- Shrewsbury WellSpan Hospital is rising from its concrete pad as beams are placed. Officials gathered on June 17 to mark the occasion with a beam signing event while construction continued behind them.
( Story/video: Paul Kuehnel )
Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/06/18/beams-rise-for-new-wellspan-shrewsbury-pa-hospital-with-ceremony/84246921007/
The new 10-bed hospital that will also provide emergency care is expected to open with two other new regional WellSpan hospitals in Newberry Township and Carlisle early in 2026, according to Dan Hernandez, vice president of WellSpan Neighborhood Hospitals, who spoke during the event.
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- Kain Heiland's grandmother sought justice. On Tuesday, she believes she got it.
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- 11 months ago
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- At 1:17 p.m. Tuesday, as the jury in the Nolan Grove homicide trial was delivering its verdict, convicting the 15-year-old of killing his 12-year-old friend Kain Heiland, Kain's grandmother Linda Arvin was in Long’s Park with Kain’s brothers.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/crime/2025/06/11/kain-heilands-grandmother-gets-the-justice-she-sought/84149005007/
It was a sunny afternoon and the boys – Jaydiayn, 12; Brantley, 7; and Remington, 6 – were goofing around in the park, doing what boys do, digging in the dirt, playing on the swings, wrestling and laughing, just having a good time. Jaydiayn found a tiny turtle in the park’s pond and gave it to one of his brothers, she said. The turtle came home with them.
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- Most Treasured Views in Central Pa.: The Lower Susquehanna Riverlands
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- 11 months ago
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- A connection of state, local parks and conservation land along the Susquehanna River in York County, Pennsylvania provide many public views of the 444-mile river as it expands to a mile wide in its southern reaches just before the Chesapeake Bay.
Video/Story: Paul Kuehnel Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/06/10/most-treasured-views-lower-susquehanna-riverlands-central-pennsylvania/83345712007/
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- Fosters needed for YCSPCA kitten season as they support over 100 'bottle babies'
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- 11 months ago
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- With the start of kitten season, the York County SPCA is in need committed kitten fosters. In the last week, the YCSPCA has taken in more than 30 kittens, bringing the total in foster care to more than 100 kittens. Neonatal kittens, often called "bottle babies," need intensive, around-the-clock care just to survive.
( Video/ Story : Paul Kuehnel ) Full Story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/06/04/kitten-season-brings-the-need-for-fosters-for-orphaned-kittens/84006909007/
According to Kristen Dempwolf, communications director for the YCSPCA, cats can become orphaned for a number of reasons including "a deceased mother or (she) gave birth to them in an unsafe place she can't return to."
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- New PA law in effect June 5 changes the ways you can use your mobile device while driving
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Paul Miller's Law will affect how you legally interact with your interactive mobile device on Pennsylvania roads to address distracted driving.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- Gov. Josh Shapiro shares views on Nippon Steel deal with United States Steel
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Gov. Josh Shapiro discusses Nippon Steel deal proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel Corporation, by the Japanese steelmaker during stop in York May 29.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- In York, Gov. Shapiro announces Pa.'s new designation as an AARP age friendly state
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Pennsylvania is now one of 13 states that has been designated an AARP age friendly state, York County took the lead 5 years ago in the region.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- York Catholic students refine traffic safety message for peers, winning county contest
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- It was “surreal,” two York Catholic High School students said when they saw their traffic safety artwork displayed on a billboard above Interstate 83 for the first time on May 28, 2025 during an unveiling of the York County winner by the Center for Traffic Safety.
( Video/Story Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/education/2025/05/29/student-billboard-contest-winners-across-york-adams-lebanon-counties/83897169007/
The statewide contest named No Excuses Youth Traffic Safety Billboard Design Contest was funded, including monetary awards for the schools, by State Farm Insurance.
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- Reacher accompanies York City Police Officer Jonathan Hatterer at WellSpan York Hospital
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- 11 months ago
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- Reacher, a therapy dog, will accompany York City Police Officer Jonathan Hatterer, a resource officer at WellSpan York Hospital.
( Video/ Story Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/05/28/therapy-dog-reacher-sworn-in-by-york-pa-police-as-new-k9/83885465007/
Surrounded by an enamored, standing-room only crowd at WellSpan York Hospital, Reacher, a hospital therapy dog, was sworn in as the newest K9 York City Police Officer with his partner Officer Jonathan Hatterer on May 27.
Reacher joins another York City Police community outreach dog named Victory, who was sworn into service in 2021. Reacher will accompany Hatterer on rounds at the hospital offering support to patients, staff and first responders.
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- See York Suburban High School graduates toss their mortar boards in the air at graduation
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- York Suburban High School 2025 graduates celebrated with a classic tossing into the air at the end of the commencement program May 22.
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- York City Police Detective Christopher Thompson named Officer of the Year
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- 11 months ago
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- An award ceremony for members of the York City Police Department at city hall on May 21 was a reflection of how hard the department has worked as a team over the past several years to lower violent crime in York. Taking a moment to recognize the success of individuals, their teams and the support of loved ones at the end of the day as professionalism blends into personal life.
Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/crime/2025/05/22/york-city-police-sacrifice-and-taking-a-moment/83782503007/
York City Police Commissioner Michael Muldrow began the ceremony noting that with “the recent loss of one of our own,” the ultimate sacrifice of an officer is the time to honor that commitment by recognizing the skills and sacrifices of what York City personnel do every day.
York City Police respond to 60,000 calls a year.
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- Kreutz Creek Presbyterian Church offers voters 15 varieties of soup after voting on Election Day
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Peggy Bair describes how her church has sold soup and baked goods on Election Day for 20 years after they vote at the church near Hallam, PA.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- York City Police recognize team for sacrifices, wins, in light of fallen officer
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- 11 months ago
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- An award ceremony for members of the York City Police Department at city hall on May 21 was a reflection of how hard the department has worked as a team over the past several years to lower violent crime in York. Taking a moment to recognize the success of individuals, their teams and the support of loved ones at the end of the day as professionalism blends into personal life.
( Video/story: Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/crime/2025/05/22/york-city-police-sacrifice-and-taking-a-moment/83782503007/
York City Police Commissioner Michael Muldrow began the ceremony noting that with “the recent loss of one of our own,” the ultimate sacrifice of an officer is the time to honor that commitment by recognizing the skills and sacrifices of what York City personnel do every day.
York City Police respond to 60,000 calls a year.
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- Splash of color started in 2001 by Garden Club of York blossoms into hundreds of planters
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- 12 months ago
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- What began with four hanging baskets around Continental Square in 2001, has blossomed into 286 patriotic planters lining the streets of downtown York, along with 114 container planters. The explosion of color through the years, which includes 20 more hanging baskets this year, has been the work of fundraising and donations orchestrated by the Garden Club of York.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/05/16/hundreds-of-planters-arrive-in-downtown-york-pa-adding-patriot-color/83647394007/
The work was made possible through the dedication of more than 50 club volunteers as well as a collaboration between the City of York’s Department of Public Works, Downtown York, The York Water Co., Trump Lawn & Land Co., and “many generous donors” Kim Keesee, past president of the Garden Club of York, said,
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- The 556: New downtown York business offers first responder uniforms, tactical gear & more
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
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- A retail store offering emergency service uniforms and tactical gear is now open in downtown York.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/05/17/the-556-in-york-offers-first-responder-uniforms-tactical-gear-more/83537188007/
The store is run by husband-and-wife team Jason and Jessica Maul who, despite not having any experience serving in an emergency service role, have deep respect for those who do. The space is designed specifically for first responders — including law enforcement, fire, EMS, and other emergency professionals.
The store provides direct access to essential gear such as uniforms, body armor, tactical equipment, footwear, and more, all selected for reliability, performance, and field-tested value.
They started selling military surplus two years ago as a hobby, supplying their local EMTs, firefighters, police officers with tactical gear, uniforms and more. Five months ago, the Mauls...
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- The Reverie: York County mom's business evolved through managing daughter's rare disorder
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
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- When Charde Barksdale’s daughter Bre was just a toddler, she knew something was wrong.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/life/people/2025/05/09/reverie-cafe-of-york-offers-sugar-free-and-gluten-free-desserts/83516919007/
Already a mother to her son, she knew what to look for in terms of growth and development, but she soon began to notice signs that her daughter was developing at a slower pace.
“She wasn’t hitting her milestones. When you’re a baby, you sit up, you smile, you start to talk,” she said. But her daughter Bre hadn't yet demonstrated that.
And as her concern grew, she started taking Bre to hospitals throughout Maryland and Pennsylvania, where multiple specialists recommended the help of neurologists and speech pathologists.
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- York crews roll blue paint as a base layer on the new wall at Restaurant Row
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
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- The wall at N. George and Philadelphia Streets in York received a base layer of 'Secure Blue' paint from 5-gallon buckets.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- N. George Street's new concrete wall for outdoor dining gets mixed reviews from residents
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- 12 months ago
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- While North George Street won't be closed for Dining in the Street this summer, residents will still have the chance to dine along York's Restaurant Row.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/05/07/york-pas-new-concrete-wall-for-outdoor-dining-gets-mixed-reviews/83461493007/
But the new look is raising some eyebrows.
Last month Mayor Michael Helfrich announced that the City of York would not be closing down the 100 block of North George Street for street dining this summer − an initiative started during the pandemic to encourage supporting local restaurants during COVID-19 restrictions − as it prevents fire and police responses from using the main road during weekend evenings.
In addition to preventing emergency services from using the main street, Helfrich said it would also cost the city $25,000 to bring in city employees to work overtime.
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- DA Tim Barker describes the timeline of events when shooting started, with hostage, at UPMC Memorial
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- ( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/crime/2025/04/30/york-county-da-explains-friendly-fire-death-of-officer-andrew-duarte-tim-barker-upmc-hospital/83368233007/
Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz initiated a hostage situation at UPMC-Memorial, injuring two hospital workers and three police officers.
Officer Andrew Duarte was killed by friendly fire from another officer's shotgun.
Archangel-Ortiz's motive remains unknown, with the DA describing it as a "no-motive case."
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- Hear mother of fallen Officer Andrew Duarte respond to conclusion of investigation
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Nancy Duarte Matarese talks after a press conference by York County District Attorney Tim Barker about the investigation into her son's death.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/crime/2025/04/30/york-county-da-explains-friendly-fire-death-of-officer-andrew-duarte-tim-barker-upmc-hospital/83368233007/
Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz initiated a hostage situation at UPMC-Memorial, injuring two hospital workers and three police officers.
Officer Andrew Duarte was killed by friendly fire from another officer's shotgun.
Archangel-Ortiz's motive remains unknown, with the DA describing it as a "no-motive case."
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- Cookies, Danish pastries & more: Departure Coffee opens in New Freedom
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- During the pandemic, while home bakers were in their sourdough-bread era, Melanie Playdon fell into the cookie rabbit hole.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/23/departure-coffee-to-open-this-weekend-in-new-freedom-pa/83213313007/
A hobbyist and self-taught baker for most of her life, Playdon advanced from elevating pre-packaged dry mixes to baking everything from scratch and ultimately perfecting her cookie recipes.
"That's when I really started learning how to actually bake − what the techniques are and how to make something that's really special instead of just a cookie." And in the summer of 2023, she opened up Salt & Sugar Bakehouse in the Markets at Hanover. When the market house announced its closure a year later as her business was really taking off, Playdon sought out a storefront space to start her brick and mortar.
And this Saturday at 9:30 a.m., she'll introduce her pastries a...
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- New testing data show PA DEP vastly overestimated water pollution in York County streams
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- In 2019, the state Department of Environmental Protection reported that York County was the second-highest contributor to pollutants entering the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/25/testing-shows-the-state-overstated-pollution-in-york-county-pa-streams/83246760007/
The DEP's estimate was based on computer modeling used by the federal government to determine levels of nitrogen, phosphorus and sediment flowing from the county's streams into the river and the bay.
The revelation prompted the county to improve its water-quality monitoring system, entering an agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey to install a state-of-the-art water monitoring system - the first of its kind in the nation - to collect and track data. Instead of relying upon computer models, the system of six monitoring stations along the Susquehanna would collect and compile test results.
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- Denzy Dark uses art to process grief and tragedy. His first solo exhibition showcases that
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- They say a picture is worth a thousand words – and it’s fair to say that’s an understatement when you look at Dustin Nispel’s work.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/entertainment/arts/2025/04/11/local-artist-denzy-dark-uses-art-to-process-grief-and-tragedy/82853674007/
His art is emotional, dark and at times heavy. Some of his pieces were created as a release of emotion, which healed him through times of grief and tragedy.
One of those hardships came in 2023 following a separation with the mother of his 8-year-old daughter, selling his beloved home in Gardners, and starting a new chapter as a single father while saying goodbye to the reality he thought could last forever.
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- York artist with stage 4 cancer holding his own wake, selling his art to benefit his kids
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- When you visit an art gallery, you'd expect for each piece of art each to tell a story, and at 280 W. Market St., you'll hear that story - and you're guaranteed to be entertained.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full Story: https://www.ydr.com/story/entertainment/arts/2025/04/25/tad-eastman-is-showcasing-his-lifes-work-at-weco-gallery/83253543007/
Tad Eastman has lived across the country on different coasts and made a living for a long time selling tie-dye and working odd jobs to make ends meet. But for the York Suburban graduate, York is home.
And in WeCo, inside a gallery run by Ophelia Chambliss at 280 W. Market St., Eastman's work is displayed and most of them are for sale, from his first painting made in fifth grade up to his most current pieces. Through the month of April and May, Tad Eastman is displaying his work, and the art is as intricate and colorful as Eastman himself.
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- Pope Francis 'lived a life of sacrifice': York County priest led prayer for pontiff
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- When someone dies, mourners usually send food, make a phone call or visit relatives, the Rev. Kyle Sahd of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Springettsbury Township said on Monday.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/21/st-joseph-catholic-church-parishioners-pray-for-pope-francis/83198818007/
But with the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, the only and most important thing parishioners have is prayer, he said.
More than a dozen parishioners gathered inside the church on Monday afternoon to pray for the soul of Pope Francis. The 88-year-old pontiff served from his election on March 13, 2013 until his death on April 21, 2025.
Pope Francis led a life of service to the church, Sahd said both during and outside of the Holy Hour for the pontiff.
He left his home country of Argentina and never returned. He didn't see his family much. The church became his home.
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- Tec Centro York working toward narrowing shortfall of 300,000 skilled Pa. workers by 2030
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- 1 year ago
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- A new workforce training center, Tec Centro York, officially opened in a former bank location at 800 E. Market St. on April 10, 2025. The defining moment was an opportunity to thank the community for rallying together, donating the building and providing the funding that helped launch the hub for workforce training and economic empowerment.
( Video and story Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/14/tec-centro-york-workforce-training-helps-skilled-worker-shortage/83028719007/
Jose A. Serrano, chairman of the York resource center and medical director for the emergency room at UPMC Memorial, began the program by telling the crowd how essential workforce training is for the economy and lives of people in York County.
“By 2030, Pennsylvania is projected to have a shortfall of 300,000 skilled workers in sectors like healthcare, construction and manufacturing. They are going to be hit the hardest,” Serrano said.
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- Kusinang Pinoy is bringing vibrant Filipino cuisine to York.
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- 1 year ago
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- If you’ve never tried Filipino cuisine, you’re in for a treat at this new business coming to York.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full Story: https://www.ydr.com/story/entertainment/dining/2025/04/19/kusinang-pinoy-serving-filipino-cuisine-to-open-in-york-next-month/83142430007/
The cuisine itself is a blend of Spanish and Chinese flavors with a Western influence. Its sweet and savory dishes are vibrant and eye-catching – from the bright ube (purple yam) to the fiery red hues created with achuete spice.
For Jenn Jap, it was always a dream of hers to own a business. She worked at the Walmart in East York for two decades, and in 2023 she and her husband Jin Jap opened a stand at the Markets at Hanover.
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- Find one of Pennsylvania’s year-round drug take-back locations at ddap.pa.gov/drugtakeback
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- 1 year ago
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- Officials gathered in York to encourage people to take part in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 26.
( Video Paul Kuehnel )
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- Gov. Shapiro responds to Man 'harboring hatred', charged with terrorism in governor mansion arson
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- 1 year ago
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- The Harrisburg man who authorities accuse of throwing two Molotov cocktails into Pennsylvania governor’s mansion in a "targeted attack" told police he hated Gov. Josh Shapiro, who was in the residence at the time of the damaging arson fire.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.phillyburbs.com/story/news/local/2025/04/14/cody-balmer-pa-gov-josh-shapiro-home-in-harrisburg-charges-pennsylvania-governors-mansion/83075938007/
Cody Balmer, 38, has been formally charged with six felonies including attempted homicide, aggravated arson and terrorism and two related misdemeanors in the early Sunday fire at the Governor's Residence while Shapiro and his family slept nearby.
Balmer, in an interview with police after his arrest, admitted "harboring hatred" for Shapiro and said he would have beat him with a hammer if he found the governor Sunday morning, according to court documents.
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- Using a QR code, visitors at Mural Park in York can explore and learn about public art in York
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- 1 year ago
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- The Cultural Alliance of York County and Explore York have installed new signage in Royal Square’s Mural Park to provide on-site direction to all of York County’s Public Art thanks to the new Public Art Map on York365.com
( Video and Story Paul Kuehnel ). Full Story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/18/take-a-tour-around-york-pa-with-your-phone-and-find-200-pieces-of-art/83146554007/
This signage is an extension of a collaborative project between the Cultural Alliance, Explore York and YCEA/Trail Towns, with an overall goal of highlighting the extensive amount of public art and cultural assets that exist in York County.
The York County Public Art Map is an extension of the cultural event and artist platform website, York365.com, and allows users to search for public art in specific locations, as well as specific styles of art.
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- Tim Barker: Truck driver charged with murder in death of 3 construction workers on I-83
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- 1 year ago
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- A truck driver has been charged with third-degree murder in a crash a year ago that killed three construction workers on Interstate 83 in northern York County. York County District Attorney Tim Barker addresses the situation.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full Story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/crime/2025/04/17/driver-was-dui-lacked-sleep-in-fatal-i-83-crash-in-york-county-police/83136221007/
In addition to third-degree murder, Reed A. Davenport, 25, of District Heights, Md., faces other felony charges — homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence and homicide by vehicle — as well as misdemeanor and summary offenses.
Davenport was driving a box truck southbound on I-83 in the early morning hours of April 17, 2024 when the crash occurred in a construction work zone in the area of mile marker 35 in Fairview Township, state police said.
The three construction workers — Jesse McKenzie, 24, of Somerset, Pa.; Robert Hampe, 42, o...
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- What is that new building under construction on the York College campus?
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- 1 year ago
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- York College of Pennsylvania officially expanded its community on April 15, 2025 with a groundbreaking for the expansion of Northside Commons, a project that began about 12 years ago with the first phase.
( Video and story: Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/2025/04/16/new-dorm-under-construction-on-york-college-campus/83099387007/
The $26 million project will add 204 beds to the campus to allow an increase in enrollment, but the modern facility adds more than just traditional dorm housing, said Thomas D. Burns, president of York College of Pennsylvania.
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- Harrisburg Palestine Coalition pickets at defense contractor General Dynamics in Red Lion
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- 1 year ago
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- The Harrisburg Palestine Coalition protested in front General Dynamics in Red Lion on April 15, 2025. They hoped to bring awareness to the war in Gaza.
( Video and story: Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/16/a-pro-palestinian-protest-in-front-of-general-dynamics-in-red-lion-pa/83107738007/
Under blustery, threatening skies, about 16 protesters carried signs and Palestinian flags and communicated with the aid of a bullhorn outside a very still General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems plant on East High Street in Red Lion. The protesters picked 4 p.m. thinking there would be some activity at the plant, organizer Brain Keisling said. An occasional honk came from a passing car and at one point two passing police cruisers slowed down and then left.
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- Now open in Springetts: Scotty Dog's Lounge & Grill, serving crab cakes, steaks & seafood
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- 1 year ago
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- Looking for good crab cakes? Scotty Dog's has you covered.
( Video Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/entertainment/dining/2025/04/04/scotty-dogs-now-open-in-former-big-jims-on-industrial-highway/82781389007/
Located in the former Big Jim's Seafood on Industrial Highway, Scotty Dog's Lounge & Grill has everything from seafood to steaks, crab, catfish and so much more. The seating is divided in two: one room features a bar with TVs and limited seating and a pool table, where weekly events are hosted, including trivia, bingo and karaoke nights. The adjacent dining room offers a quieter, more intimate space for those looking for a low-key dinner experience.
For Charles "Chuck" Little, the business is second nature, as he spent over 20 years working in corporate food chains including Denny's, where he started as a dishwasher and moved to upper management, and later Old Country Buffets.
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- Martin Library event explores teen online behavior through billboard creation
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- 1 year ago
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- Area teens gathered at Martin Library recently to look within and explore their own online habits during the annual Part of the Story Event focusing on the peer-selected topic of “Teens Online.” The topic for this year was selected by students during last year's conference as something important to their lives.
( Video and story Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/2025/04/08/teens-become-part-of-their-online-story-during-martin-library-program/82975893007/
“We are on our phones a lot … instead of seeing the world around us. I feel like I am missing out sometimes on the world around me,” said Addy Swartz, a sophomore from West York Area High School, whose group created one of the billboards.
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- This is the final show for York's flowering Bradford Pear trees: Removal coming in August
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- 1 year ago
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- You may love them for their showering white canopy or hate their pungent smell, but this spring is the final show for York’s iconic white flowering Bradford Pear trees. Here since the 1970s, all will be removed starting this August as a new chapter for downtown York’s tree-lined Market Street begins.
( video and story by Paul Kuehnel ) Full story: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/04/08/planted-in-the-1970s-yorks-bradford-pear-trees-days-are-numbered/82993871007/
Softly leading into the announcement of their demise during an Arbor Day tree planting at Penn Park April 8, 2025 in front of the student body of Jackson Elementary School, Tom Landis, superintendent of York City Parks and Recreation, described how some of the trees in the park marked with an “X” on them had reached the end of their lives.
Referring to some of the historic Penn Park trees, Landis began, “It is sad to see those trees go. Be assured we are committed to p...
