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Reward offered in search for missing man

February 11, 2013, 8:06 am
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The Swatara Township Police Department is offering a reward for information on the whereabouts of Matthew Jerome Macon, 51, of 100 Spring Street.

Macon has been missing since January 23.  His family reported him missing on February 8th.

Police say at this time, they do not suspect foul play.

Macon was last seen wearing a short black leather coat, black hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans and white sneakers.

His family says he has been known to use illegal drugs and often visits the Harrisburg and Carlisle areas.

The Swatara Township Police Department is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to his safe return.

If you have information, you are urged to call the tipline at 1-800-262-3080 or the Police Department at 564-2550.
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Face The State: Pa Sec. of Education Ron Tomalis

February 11, 2013, 8:12 am
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Pa. Catholics speculate about Benedict's successor

February 11, 2013, 8:19 am
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NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. (AP) — Roman Catholics in Pennsylvania are speculating about who will succeed Pope Benedict XVI, and some say they'd like to see a younger person as their spiritual leader.

At St. Theresa's Church in New Cumberland, near Harrisburg, parish manager Elaine Herald said Monday that Benedict's retirement could open the door for a younger, progressive pope, perhaps a black person, who will lead efforts to rebuild membership.

She says the church needs to change relatively minor rules that are driving members away.

Next door at St. Theresa's School, which includes students in kindergarten through eighth grade, Principal Matt Shore says Benedict deserves credit for recognizing the limitation of his age and stepping aside.

Shore says he hopes Benedict will have input in the selection of his successor.

 

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Susquehanna Twp. High School student arrested for terroristic threats

February 11, 2013, 8:53 am
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Susquehanna Township police arrested 19-Year-old Travis Fleming after he threatened to stab and kill three other juvenile male students.  None of the students were harmed.

Flemming was arrested on three counts of making terroristic threats.  He was released on $5000 unsecured bail.
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State Auto Auction features rare finds

February 11, 2013, 9:37 am
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Hundreds of bidders were getting good deals on Monday, at an auction of surplus state vehicles in Grantville, but this one was different than those that came before.

Would-be buyers usually come to the auction to take ownership of a retired work horse from PennDOT or maybe a State Police cruiser that was put out to pasture.

The spotlight was on the classics. They ranged from a 1918 Buick to a 1940's Packard Whizzer to a 1970 Triumph Spitfire. There were also 30 motorcycles. How did these become state surplus? It was part of an eminent domain proceeding.

The Fish and Boat Commission deciding one boats days patrolling the state’s waterways are over.  Classic cars, old motorcycles, even old PennDOT trucks are on the auction block.

Derek Yingst and his father operate Yingst Automotive in Palmyra, he says he's here for two reasons.  “I’m a car dealer. There’s a couple I’m looking for my personal collection and my father’s personal collection. A couple I want to see if I can buy and resale.”

Within the first hour, he bid $6,500 and got the Spitfire for his dad who collects British manufactured cars like Triumphs, Jaguars and Lotus.

Yingst spent $2,400 for an AMC Hornet he plans to fix up and resale.  "There was a couple of good buys, but stuff has been going pretty high. Some nice cars here. More than I’d like to pay on some of them.”  But he wasn’t ready to leave having acquired only two cars. He spoke with his father in Florida by phone and commiserated with friends and employees about bidding on other vehicles before returning to the auction hall.

Weekly auctions are only open to vehicle dealers, Yingst says it’s usually him and maybe 20 other bidders. He said it was definitely different with a thousand bidders and spectators.

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Twenty-six tires slashed in Palmyra Borough

February 11, 2013, 12:08 pm
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The Palmyra Borough Police Department is investigating after reports of 26 tires slashed.

The tires were slashed on eleven vehicles parked on the 200 blocks of West Maple, South Locust, and South Mark Streets and in the 200 block of West Oak Street.

The tires were slashed sometime between Friday, February 9, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 10 at 9:00 a.m.

Anyone with information is asked to call 838-8189.
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Harrisburg Police investigating first homicide of the year, suspect says it was an accident

February 11, 2013, 12:16 pm
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Over the weekend, the City of Harrisburg had it's first homicide of the year. 

20-year-old Maurice Belton says the shooting happened when he was showing a handgun to Davion Walker.  Belton says he didn't realize the gun was loaded when he pointed it at Walker and pulled the trigger.

Dauphin County Coroner Graham Hetrick says the 21-year-old was killed almost instantly. "The cause of death was obviously a small caliber bullet that went trough the chest, through the heart and lodged into the left side of the chest."

The shooting happened in Belton's home in the 1300 block of North 15th Street just before 11 sunday night.  He says when the gun fired and Walker collapsed, he immediately got his mother for help and they called police.

Belton faces multiple charges including criminal homicide. Hetrick says the shooting is defined as a homicide.  "Well lets put it this way, you have to define an accident, I have to define a homicide.  If you're waving a gun around and have finger on trigger, you're grossly negligent and its a homicide.  It's one person causing death of another."

He says it will take some time for toxicology reports to come back.  Police say the gun involved had been reported stolen and a small amount of marijuana was found in Belton's room.
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Several Central PA schools on list of low-achieving schools

February 11, 2013, 1:03 pm
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A long list of local schools are on a list they would rather not be on. The state recently released its list of low-achieving schools.

This list is based off PSSA math and reading tests that students in PA takes every year.  Of all the counties in Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is tied with Dauphin, with the most.

For yet another year, the School District of Lancaster will be on this list of low-achieving schools in Pennsylvania. Fourteen Lancaster city schools, from elementary to high school, are on it.

Paul Marshall, a parent, says this isn't news to him.  "Lancaster has always been un-achieving. They need to pick it up so the children can more educated and have a better future for their families."

But Lancaster Schools are not alone in Central PA. Dauphin County also has 14, Lebanon has 8, York and Franklin each have 4 and Cumberland, Juniata and Mifflin have one.

The superintended on Lancaster Schools, Pedro Rivera, released a statement.  "Being identified as "Low Achieving" does not capture the true essence of what The School District of Lancaster and other urban districts provide. Given the diverse needs of our families and students, we are proud of the many ways in which we have enriched our students' lives academically, socially, and emotionally."

Rivera went on to say urban schools also face unique challenges with low-income students and many that don't speak English.

Some parents like Alfredo Santiago, think hiring teachers that speak more than one language would help.  "I think more bi-lingual teachers would help a lot, too."

Marshall says it's not just the schools' fault.  "The parents have a lot to do with it, too. When my children get home I am on top of them making sure they do their homework; make sure their assignments are done properly and on time. And then if they need help, to give them the extra help."

"It's not really that they're dumb, or that they don't have the education. I just don't think they are giving enough effort."  Said Anthony Ford, a 2012 graduate of McCaskey.

If you would like to see the entire list and exactly what schools are on it, click on Find it.
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Paterno family uses different strategies trying to restore Joe Paterno's legacy

February 11, 2013, 1:19 pm
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Over the past week, the Paterno family has been working to restore Joe Paterno's legacy.   

All of these reports and interviews are coming out more than a year after Joe Paterno's death, months after the Sandusky Trial, and months after the Freeh Report was released.

Some people say, it's too late and the damage is done, but a PR specialist we spoke to said it's never too late.

Ken Robinson with Quantum Communications says there are many factors for cases like this.  "Would it be better to do it immediately after the incident that caused the hit to your reputation? Sure, but it's a complex situation and lots of factors to be considered and it would be hard to second guess what they've done."

Within the last week, the Paterno family has sent a letter to the Penn State football team, released a rebuttal against the Freeh Report, and on Monday, Sue Paterno had an interview on ABC with Katie Couric.

Robinson says it's not going to be easy.  "It's been months now since all of this happened, so all of these months later we're really talking about restoring legacy and reputation management, and it's a difficult thing to do."

The Paterno family's response to the Freeh Report titled "A Rush to Injustice", was put together by Former US Attorney General and Pennsylvania Governor Dick Thronburgh.

The response claims that the Freeh Report is fundamentally flawed and incomplete.

Robinson says one of the most important things you can do while in crisis management is put yourself out to give your side of the story.  "You want to be responsive, you want to own up to what happened, you want to be contrite, you want to be open about what's happened and show some compassion for people who were affected by it."

While some people feel it is too late, some say they are willing to listen to the Paternos' side of the story.
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The Diocese of Harrisburg responds to Pope Benedict's resignation

February 11, 2013, 1:29 pm
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Bishop Joseph McFadden at the Diocese of Harrisburg, says the Pope's decision is not out of character and he is sure it was a decision made after much consideration and prayer.

Bishop McFadden, the 10th Bishop in the Harrisburg Diocese says, after the initial shock, he was filled with gratitude for his 8 years of service.  "The resignation indicates that he thinks he does not have strength to guide the church."

He called the Pope full of faith, and said his decision to step down was humble.  "I believe he has come to point in life, where he feels more vibrant leadership is missed to deal with issues in the world today."

The Vatican says there was no specific medial condition that prompted the decision, but Bishop McFadden says his ability to physically connect with the world's one billion Roman Catholics was likely the 85-year-old's main concern.

"This would not be out of character.  His first and foremost love is of Jesus Christ and his church.  If he feels he's not able to carry out respect out of love for the church he should step down." Bishop McFadden said. 

He says he would be surprised if a Pope was chosen from America, but he won't be surprised if a younger Pope is now chosen, perhaps a man from Asia or Africa.

As for the timing of the resignation, right before lent, McFadden says it was a blessing.  "Actually I think it's probably a very good time.  Lent calls us to a period of renewal, our discipleship of Jesus Christ.  So perhaps in many ways it is a blessing."

Bishop McFadden said he was going to send a written correspondence to the Pope Monday afternoon, expressing his support.
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From humble local beginnings to Grammy winners, a look at Halestorm

February 11, 2013, 1:37 pm
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Sunday night, a band from Red Lion received national attention on one of the grandest stages for musical talent.

Halestorm won its first ever Grammy. Halestorm is the 2013 Grammy recipient of best hard rock/metal performance for their song Love bites (So Do I).

In winning the award, they beat out big names like Iron Maiden and Marilyn Manson. But only a few years ago, the Tourist Inn in Hellam is where they headlined.

Every band that's won a prestigious Grammy has a humble beginning. The Tourist Inn in Hellam is that beginning for Halestorm.

From that stage, to the one at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, where the 2013 show was held. With of course a few other stops along the way.

Annette at the Tourist Inn tells us she looks forwarding to skyping with Lzzy Hale and the rest of the band very soon from Los Angeles.

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State Senator introduces legislation legalizing Marijuana

February 11, 2013, 1:41 pm
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A State Senator from suburban Philadelphia has again introduced controversial legislation that would legalize the possession of a small amount marijuana.

On Monday, he brought three experts to the Capitol to support his proposal.

Senator Daylin Leach, proposes regulating Marijuana similar to alcohol.  It would not change current law against driving under the influence of drugs and selling to minors would be prohibited.

Leach says the prohibition on the sale of marijuana ties up courts, deprives the state of revenue and denies the natural medicine to those suffering from terminal illnesses.  A former cop, a psychiatrist and an agriculturalist are supporting his legislation.

The legislation would permit consumers to grow a small amount of Marijuana, but it would use the current state store system for retail sales.  The legal age would be 21.

The agriculturalist, supporting the legislation says hemp was once a major agricultural product in PA.  He says Lancaster County was a leader and the townships of Hempfield were named in honor of the product.
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Crime Stoppers looking for information on brothers wanted for probation violations

February 11, 2013, 1:55 pm
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Lancaster County Crime Stoppers is looking for information on two brothers wanted for probation violations and other charges.

Police are looking for Andy and Hector Irizarry.  Both men have been known to live on Strawberry Street in Lancaster City.

Andy Irizarry, 32, currently has an aggravated assault/terroristic threats criminal warrant through the Columbia Borough Police Department as well as a bench warrant through the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office for a probation violation.

Hector Irizarry, 31, currently has a simple assault criminal warrant through Spring Township, Berks County.  As well as bench warrants through both the Lancaster and Berks County Sheriff’s Offices for Probation Violations.

Anyone with information on the current locations of Andy and/or Hector Irizarry are asked to contact their local Police Department or Lancaster City/County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-322-1913.  You can also anonymously Text a Tip to Crime Stoppers by using your cell phone. Text LANCS plus your message to 847411.
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11-year-old robbed at gunpoint, suspect takes Access card

February 11, 2013, 2:03 pm
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On Friday evening around 840 p.m., police were called to Allison Hill for a robbery.

Police were met by the 11-year-old victim and an adult family member. The pre-teen was walking to a local store when he was robbed at gunpoint.

The suspect came up from behind, tapped him on the shoulder and demanded money, showing a gun.

The child did not have any money, so he gave the robber his Access card belonging to a family member. The robber walked off without injuring the boy.

The suspect is a black male in his teens, about 5 foot 5, thin and was wearing a white tank top and a dark-colored bandana on his head.

If you have any information into this incident, call Harrisburg Police at 717-255-3114.

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Man charged for sexual abuse of 7-year-old

February 11, 2013, 2:07 pm
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A Lebanon County man is facing charges for allegations of sexual abuse of a 7-year-old girl.

Police say Reymar Galarza-Bernard, of Lebanon, subjected the girl to sexual contact at his home between March 2010 through January 2013.

On February 6, a criminal complaint was filed, charging Galarza-Bernard with two counts of aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault and corruption of minors.

Galarza-Bernard was arraigned and taken to Lebanon County Prison.  He was unable to post his $100,000 bail.





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Man shoots himself to avoid court date

February 11, 2013, 2:14 pm
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A Dauphin County man is recovering after he shot himself to avoid going to jail.

On February 11, State Police were called to the 200 block of Erie Street in Dauphin Boro for a call of a suicidal man.

Police say Alan Shearer, 55, shot himself to avoid sentencing for burglary charges.  Shearer's wife told police, he said he didn't want to go back to jail and grabbed a 30-30 rifle. 

His wife called 911 and troopers talked with Shearer for approximately 45 minutes trying to talk him down.  Shearer wouldn't come out of the house, and then Troopers heard a gun shot. 

Police found Shearer with a self inflicted gun shot wound in the left bicep. He was alert and conscious, and told police he accidentally shot himself. 

He was taken to Hershey Medical Center for treatment.
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PA Lottery surprises BIG 4 Players with Feb. 10 Mid-day Double Draw

February 11, 2013, 2:33 pm
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A surprise Double Draw was held for the Pennsylvania Lottery’s mid-day BIG 4 game on Sunday, Feb. 10. A total of 466 winners received $137,900 for the two draws.

The mid-day BIG 4 winning numbers were: 5-5-2-3. The mid-day BIG 4 Double Draw winning numbers were: 5-9-6-3.

Double Draw is a surprise second drawing for The Daily Number, BIG 4 or Quinto mid-day or evening drawings. Double Draws are not publicized in advance, but are announced when the regular drawing is conducted – meaning it could be any day.

The Pennsylvania Lottery automatically pays winners on a double drawing, just like a regular winning ticket. Prizes may be claimed by presenting a winning ticket at any licensed Pennsylvania Lottery retail location or at any of the Lottery’s seven regional offices.

The Daily Number, BIG 4 and Quinto games are drawn twice daily, and players can play up to one week in advance. Winning numbers for all games are posted at www.palottery.com.
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PinnacleHealth Cardiac Rehab Moves to West Shore

February 11, 2013, 2:36 pm
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Starting Monday, PinnacleHealth Cardiac Rehabilitation will open at 1000 Front Street in Wormleysburg.

The new location is adjacent to the PinnacleHealth Cardiovascular Institute outpatient practice, on the first floor.

Cardiac Rehabilitation is an outpatient, progressive exercise and education program designed to help patients recovering from heart-related operations or problems.

Cardiac Rehab services are no longer offered on the Polyclinic Campus.

Back in January, an East Shore location opened at 2808 Old Post Road in Harrisburg.

The hours for the new location are 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday.



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Thief caught in the act as he was cutting copper plumbing

February 11, 2013, 3:06 pm
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A Lancaster man is behind bars Monday evening after he was caught in the act of burglarizing a home in the 200 block of Spring Hill Lane.

Junio Omar Tirado-Torres forced his way into an unoccupied home around 547 p.m. and was in the process of cutting the copper plumbing when a Cornwall Police Officer arrived on scene minutes later.

He was taken into custody and transported to Lebanon County Prison on $50,000 bail.

The vehicle driven by Tirado-Torres was impounded by police.

Junior Omar Tirado-Torres, 27 of Lancaster, is charged with burglary, criminal trespassing, loitering and prowling and other charges.

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Five local projects receive funding from the state

February 11, 2013, 3:27 pm
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Governor Tom Corbett Monday announced in a press release the award of 54 new Economic Growth Initiative grants. Those fifty-four projects, totaling nearly $125 million were selected for funding.

The projects will create or retain more than 56,000 jobs in 28 counties across the state.

The program provides grants to local communities for the acquisition and construction of regional economic, cultural, civic, and historical improvement projects.

Last year, Governor Corbett reformed the state’s method of funding redevelopment assistance capital projects with a significant redesign, making the process more transparent and objective. Projects are now selected based upon their job-creation potential, their economic impact, as well as their viability and construction readiness.

Governor Corbett explained that the redesigned program has a clearly defined application process with published guidelines and procedures, a merit-based evaluation and selection system, and increased transparency. The new program will also maintain thorough monitoring, measurement and reporting, including posting all applicants and selected projects on the Office of Budget’s website.

“Through transparency and well-established criteria, we can assure taxpayers that the projects we fund today will be of true benefit to their communities and will create jobs that Pennsylvania needs,” Corbett said. “This newly improved program will allow us to pay down our existing debt instead of passing it onto our children.”

Because the applications submitted for this round of grants far exceeded the amounts available, those who didn’t receive grants are encouraged to work with the Office of Budget to determine the likelihood of success in the next round.

Local projects selected include:

Holy Spirit received $3,250,000 for the Holy Spirit Electronic Data Center.

Carlisle Productions received $2,000,000 for the redevelopment of the IAC Brownfield Site, which is the location they are holding public meetings about redeveloping.

Pinnacle Health recived $1,640,000 fir the Pinnacle Health Cardiothoracic Intensive Care center.

Bishop McDevitt High School received $710,000 for road improvement to Spring Creek Road.

The Borough of Chambersburg received $500,000 for the Borough of Chambersburg CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Refueling.

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