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Lancaster Capital Day festival to move through 350 years with music, food, history
Downtown Lancaster has become known for its festivals — celebrating culture, food, music and art.
Lancaster County public sales: Sept. 18, 2026
Kline, Kreider & Good Auctioneers, of Bowmansville, conducted a public auction of real estate Aug. 11 for Norman G. and Eunice B. Hoover at 765 Glenwood Drive, Ephrata. A farmhouse,
Here\'s what older adults should know about measles protection
As the number of Lancaster County residents sickened with measles grows by the day, older adults may wonder if they are protected. LNP | LancasterOnline talked with two family physicians
Denver Fair features rides, food, live entertainment, agricultural exhibits and more [photos]
The Denver Fair kicked off Tuesday, bringing rides, food, live entertainment, agricultural exhibits and more to Denver Memorial Park at 801 Main St. The fair continues 10 a.m. Friday and
New children\'s museum to open in Strasburg later this fall
There will be a new way for kids to learn and explore in Strasburg, as a children's museum is slated to open there later this year.
Reist Popcorn Co. growing its longtime home in Mount Joy Borough
Reist Popcorn Co. is adding popcorn storage tanks on land it recently acquired next to its downtown Mount Joy headquarters, with help from $1.1 million in low-interest state loans.
Emmy Awards ratings down nearly 10% from last year
Ratings for the Emmy Awards have dropped nearly 10% from last year. About 6.7 million viewers tuned in to watch the 78th primetime Emmy Awards on NBC. That's according to
Pa. election 2026: Your complete guide to the candidates for governor
Incumbent Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro will face Republican Stacy Garrity on the Nov. 3 ballot. Learn more about them with this guide.
Travel the world, while staying in Lancaster County, at these 9 multicultural festivals
Lancaster County has long welcomed people representing a wide variety of world cultures.
Permitting reform needed for American health and the economy [letter]
The rising cost of electricity squeezes us.
Lancaster County lawmakers support regulating Flock cameras
Across Lancaster County, video cameras are recording the license plates of passing cars, along with their vehicle make, model and paint color, and storing that information in searchable databases.
\'60 Minutes\' opens 59th season on CBS with no direct mention of show\'s off-season turmoil
The venerable newsmagazine “60 Minutes” opened its 59th season on CBS-TV on Sunday night. It made no direct mention of the turmoil and departures that have unfolded behind the scenes
Pennsylvania officials report state\'s 3rd death involving measles
A Pennsylvania woman's death is the state's third this year involving the measles virus. Jefferson County Coroner Greg Furlong says on Facebook the 40-year-old woman died Saturday from complications associated
Measles Deaths Dispute Between Pennsylvania and Federal Health Officials Leaves Families Without Clear Answers
A public fight between Gov. Josh Shapiro and HHS Secretary RFK Jr. over two Lancaster County infant deaths is creating confusion for families seeking clear health guidance.
We need more transparency in public health, not power grabs [column]
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is proposing major changes to state health regulations that would significantly expand that department’s authority.
Pennsylvania State Police tell businesses to remove skill games, not just unplug
The Pennsylvania State Police urged the physical removal, rather than just powering off, skill game terminals ahead of Oct. 13, the deadline set by the state Supreme Court for legislators
Pennsylvania State Police tells businesses to remove skill games, not just unplug
The Pennsylvania State Police urged the physical removal, rather than just powering off, of skill game terminals ahead of Oct. 13, the deadline set by the state Supreme Court for
Lancaster County public sales: Sept. 11, 2026
Tim Weaver Auction Service conducted a public auction of real estate Aug. 11 for Anna Kauffman at 34 Corner Ketch Road, Paradise. A five-bedroom house and horse barn on 2
Fire at commercial business park in Lancaster County closes roadway
EAST LAMPETER TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — Crews are on the scene of an ongoing fire at a commercial business park in Lancaster County. According to the East Lampeter Township Police Department, fi…
Dozens of crews on scene of business fire in Lancaster County
Roads are closed in East Lampeter Township while crews battle a business fire.
Pa. Republican lawmakers say proposed Department of Health regulations pose privacy concerns
Pennsylvania’s Department of Health is facing widespread pushback from Republican lawmakers who say the agency’s plan for how it would respond to future infectious disease outbreaks would give health officials
Lancaster County judge dismisses challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A district court judge dismissed all objections Tuesday to a last-minute legal effort seeking to disqualify a ballot measure that would cement sex-separate school sports requirements in the Nebraska Constitution.
8 events in Lancaster County this weekend, from a whoopie pie festival to an herb fest
There's a lively weekend on tap for Lancaster County.
Lancaster County judge dismisses challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A judge dismissed all objections to a ballot measure seeking to place sex-separate school sports requirements in the Nebraska Constitution.
As measles cases rise, Lancaster County officials point to information gap
Communication and information-sharing among agencies could be better with regard to Lancaster County’s measles outbreak, officials said during a recent Lancaster County Health Advisory Council meeting.
There is room for improvement in information-sharing about measles outbreak, officials say
Communication and information-sharing among agencies could be better with regard to Lancaster County’s measles outbreak, officials said during a recent Lancaster County Health Advisory Council meeting.
Lancaster County judge hears challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A Lincoln voter refiled a challenge this week to a ballot measure seeking to cement limits on public school sports participation to student-athletes’ sex at birth after the Nebraska Supreme Court declined to hear the lawsuit.
\'Twilight\' film concert experience coming to Hershey; here\'s when tickets are on sale
Fans of the "Twilight" movies can experience the romance of Edward Cullen and Bella Swan all over again when the "Twilight in Concert" tour stops in Hershey in February 2027.
Sherri Shepherd to join Broadway\'s \'Aladdin\' as the Genie, and she\'s \'beyond thrilled\'
Sherri Shepherd plans to join the Broadway musical “Aladdin” as the Genie. The Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host will take on the role from Oct. 16 to Jan. 3.
Documentarian Alex Gibney on the power and influence of Elon Musk
Alex Gibney's new documentary “Musk” premieres this week at the Venice Film Festival. The nearly four-hour film explores the power and influence of Elon Musk. Gibney says that Musk's power
6-week-old infant died of measles, Pennsylvania county coroner says
(CNN) — A girl born in Pennsylvania with a rare neurological disorder called Amish lethal microcephaly died of measles at around 6 weeks of age, the Lancaster County coroner said
Local high school baseball program names new head coach
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — A local high school baseball program has a new skipper. Lancaster Catholic High School named Corey Paluga as their new varsity baseball head coach. He has more than 16 years of experience in collegiate baseball coaching and more. “I am excited for the opportunity at Lancaster Catholic to help young men […]
Editorial: Pennsylvania measles deaths are the cost of poor public health leadership
The two recent measles-related deaths in Lancaster County, including that of a newborn, were the first in Pennsylvania in 35 years. Sadly, as vaccination rates decline across the commonwealth and
Pennsylvania’s measles crisis: Inside the nation’s largest outbreak
LANCASTER — For Hilda Smucker, the signs that her daughter was sickened with measles came soon after she arrived from camp. It started with tiny...
The politics behind Pennsylvania's recent measles announcements
Critics accuse PA Gov. Josh Shapiro of politicizing two measles deaths in Lancaster County following clashes with HHS Secretary RFK Jr.
At the center of Pa.’s measles outbreak, those closest to the most vulnerable feel ‘helpless’
LANCASTER, Pa. — Bree Robinson spent her last week of maternity leave trying not to think about the two people who died after contracting measles...
Lancaster County judge hears challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A Lincoln voter refiled a challenge to a ballot measure seeking to cement limits on public school sports to student-athletes’ sex at birth.
6-week-old infant died of measles, Pennsylvania county coroner says
A girl born in Pennsylvania with a rare neurological disorder called Amish lethal microcephaly died of measles at around 6 weeks of age, the Lancaster County coroner said Friday.
Infant died of measles in Pennsylvania, coroner confirms
The Lancaster County coroner said he did not know if this death is one of the two disputed by federal health officials.
Investors flip Mount Joy medical office building for $6M
For the second time in two years, the building housing Lancaster Orthopedic Group’s Mount Joy offices has been sold for approximately $6 million.
Lancaster County public sales: Sept. 4, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate Aug. 25 for Kenneth L. and Linda H. Zimmerman at 1024 Green Hills Road, Birdsboro.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak exposes a weakened US public health system
During the height of the summer outbreak of cyclosporiasis, Dea Lancaster set aside her usual duties as nurse coordinator at Michigan's Washtenaw County Health Department to call patients, asking about their symptoms and tracing the contaminated food they ate.
Fall movie season is here. Here\'s are five early Oscar predictions
Fall movie season also means Oscar season. It might be only just September, but the jockeying for next March’s Academy Awards is well underway. Movies first started revving up their
Shakespeare, \'Ragtime,\' \'Glass Menagerie,\' more on Lancaster County stages in September
Fall is right around the corner, and with this new phase of the year comes a new season of plays and musicals opening on Lancaster County stages.
Fall porch decorating businesses capitalize on passion for pumpkins
As summertime gives up the ghost to longer shadows, cooler days and cobalt skies, many people lock on to pumpkin spice everything and dive headlong into their fall decor. While
Martin McDonagh’s \'Wild Horse Nine\' hits Venice Film Festival with a dark CIA tale
Martin McDonagh has crafted a new film, “Wild Horse Nine,” which debuts Thursday at the Venice Film Festival. The film, starring Sam Rockwell and John Malkovich, focuses on the CIA
Most Lancaster County Republican candidates decline nonpartisan forum invitations
The League of Women Voters of Lancaster County has canceled all but one of its five scheduled candidate forums due to a lack of Republican participation.
Meet the 2026 \'Dancing With the Stars\' cast
The new cast of "Dancing With the Stars" has been announced, featuring a mix of entertainers, reality stars and athletes. This season includes actor Julia Stiles, Olympian Amber Glenn and
Officials press Pennsylvania health department on ‘measles-associated’ deaths
Lancaster County Commissioner Josh Parsons wrote over the weekend. “If the governor disputes [the coroner’s] finding, he has a responsibility to say why in a clear, transparent way, rather than dismiss it. Nothing prevents him…
Sweet Corn Festival offers four days of free family entertainment
Festivalgoers can enjoy free entertainment throughout the Sweet Corn Festival Sept. 2-5 with acts for all ages.
Here\'s when the Schreiber Center\'s Rubber Duckie Race and Festival returns
The Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development’s 38th annual Rubber Duckie Race and Festival will be 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at 625 Community Way in Lancaster.
Data centers \'exploded\' in Pa. politics this year. How will it impact Lancaster County\'s 36th Senate District race?
Voters across the country are being inundated with campaign advertisements about data centers and artificial intelligence ahead of the November midterm election, including in Lancaster County’s highly competitive 36th Senate
\'Hadestown,\' \'Six\' show that theater has a place on the big screen [Unscripted]
By this point, my friends are probably tired of hearing the word "accessibility."
Baby among 2 reported measles deaths Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, health officials say
Pennsylvania officials say an infant was among the two unvaccinated patients who died while being infected with measles.
17 fall festivals in Lancaster County in 2026, from Harvest Days to makers markets
Soon, sweltering temperatures will be replaced with brisk breezes and everything pumpkin themed.
7 (free) events in Lancaster County this weekend, from a blues festival to block parties
Need a free — or cheap — way to spend your weekend?
Pennsylvania health department reports 2 measles deaths in Lancaster County
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Beyond Scatter celebrates one year with community open house
Beyond Scatter celebrates its first anniversary in Lancaster with an Aug. 27 open house featuring music and ADHD resources.
Data centers are ‘redefining’ midterm races across Pennsylvania
Candidates in at least 20 competitive legislative races are staking out data center positions, and Gov. Josh Shapiro has pivoted to a tougher stance.
‘We’ll be OK’: Business owner optimistic after tornado damages her shop
Columbia residents continue to pick up the pieces after an EF-1 tornado tore through the borough’s downtown on Thursday.
A family business built on faith: How the Ramirezes brought Tequila Mexican Grill & Bar to life
Favorite: Burrito
Lancaster County public sales: Aug. 21, 2026
Witman Auctioneers Inc., of Manheim, conducted a public auction of real estate Aug. 10 for Joseph Grosh at 914 W. Fairway Drive, Lancaster. A three-bedroom house with garage sold for
Part of Keystone Building collapses onto Columbia ceramics business during storm
Emergency crews responded to storm damage in Columbia, Lancaster County, after severe weather swept through the Susquehanna Valley.
Your guide to Lancaster County\'s 2026 fairs, including what\'s new, things to do
When it comes to fair season in Lancaster County, there are seven ways to celebrate.
Pa. Department of Health warns of two measles exposures in Lancaster County
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — In the wake of increasing measles cases across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) has issued a warning about two exposures in Lancaster C…
Capybaras are coming to Elizabethtown Fair; here are the details
Four furry friends will make an appearance at the Elizabethtown Fair, which runs from Aug. 24-29.
National Symphony Orchestra will play at 6 DC-area venues next season as Kennedy Center shuts
The National Symphony Orchestra will split its 2026-27 season among six venues in Washington, D.C., and its suburbs. The change follows a reconstruction project at the Kennedy Center that was
Madonna leads 2026 MTV Video Music Awards nominations, followed by Taylor Swift
Madonna leads the 2026 MTV Video Music Award nominations. The network announced the nominations Tuesday. The pop icon has 19 competitive MTV VMA wins to her name. She also won
Lancaster County restaurant awarded national small business grant
LITITZ, Pa. (WHTM) — A local restaurant in Lancaster County was just awarded a $30,000 Enhancement Grant through the Backing Small Business program. According to the nonprofit organization Ve…
Bruce Springsteen biographer and music critic Dave Marsh dies at 76
Dave Marsh, a renowned music critic known for his influential books on Bruce Springsteen, has died at 76. Friend Jeffrey St. Clair says Marsh died Friday in Connecticut. Marsh had
Union Community Care announces merger with Berks Community Health Center
Union Community Care, a Lancaster County-based nonprofit community health center, is expanding into Berks County.
Severe thunderstorms cause flooding concerns for business
Heavy rain and storm runoff are creating recurring flooding issues for a farm market in Lancaster County, with the owner expressing concerns about nearby construction and its impact on his business.
Box Office: ‘Spider-Man’ stays on top while two dino movies battle for third
Two dinosaur movies made a modest impact at the North American box office this weekend. “Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie” and “The End of Oak Street” battled for third place,
Democratic organizers, candidates attend rally [photos]
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Laufey created a \'third space\' with her annual fan event, \'A Very Laufey Day.\' Then it exploded
The Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey has created a global fan event called “A Very Laufey Day.” It began in 2023 as a celebration of her second album, “Bewitched,” spurring fans to
Lancaster County public sales: Aug. 14, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate Aug. 4 for Joan N. Miller at 424 Haymarket Lane, Lititz. A two-bedroom rancher with
The consequences of gutting American science [letter]
American science is under attack, especially the National Science Foundation, the agency responsible for funding the enormous advances that have placed our nation at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs and
7 events in, near Lancaster County this weekend, from a massive art show to 2 car shows
From car shows to events that celebrate steam- and gas-powered machines, there's plenty to enjoy in Lancaster County this weekend.
Police looking for individuals accused of taking mail from Clay Township business
Police in Lancaster County are asking the public to help identify individuals who were seen on video reportedly removing items from the mailbox of a business in
Trump to sign executive order calling for spacing out childhood shots
President Donald Trump will sign an executive order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines into separate medical visits and splitting the combined measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into three different
Trump officials propose new requirements for food additives and ingredients
U.S. health officials want food manufacturers to provide more information about new additives and ingredients. Under a proposal announced Monday, food companies would have to notify the Food and Drug
Low Cut Connie performs at Long\'s Park [photos]
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On Sugar Ray, Pavement and \'90s music nostalgia in 2026 [Unscripted]
Nostalgia, and our relationship with it, is a funny thing. It’s a potent drug that makes the hazy feel distinct and something clear seem warped. I recently saw two bands
As current measles outbreak demonstrates, Lancaster County needs a public health department [column]
Lancaster County has long been known as a place where neighbors look after one another.
Lancaster County public sales: Aug. 7, 2026
Martin & Rutt Auctioneers LLC, of New Holland, conducted a public auction of real estate July 28 for Tina Weaver at 5611 Meadville Road, Gap. A six-bedroom home with three-bay
Lancaster Farmacy owners harvest health, growing organic herbs, flowers, produce
Chamomile, shisho and holy basil are among the herbs growing on a Millersville farm where a team works to harvest them before they’re used in teas, salves and other small-batch
Franklin & Marshall\'s new course blends science and beer
Faculty members and staff at Franklin & Marshall College didn’t just gather to drink beer during a tasting event Tuesday afternoon. They were also grading science.
Truck and Tractor Pull Canceled, But Indoor Entertainment Continues at Lancaster County Super Fair
The Truck and Tractor Pull may be off the schedule tonight, but there's still plenty of action at the Lancaste...
F&M Brewing Science
Rob Jinks, professor of biology, who teaches the Brewing Science class at Franklin & Marshall College, dispenses a New England Indian Pale Ale into a pitcher inside Fair Trade Cafe
Company with roots in RCA’s once-massive Lancaster presence sold to LA firm
The defense technology company that is a legacy of RCA’s once massive Lancaster plant has a new owner and another new name.
AI-driven Ring Cycle sparks boos at 150th anniversary Wagner Festival
Artificial intelligence sparked boos at the 150th anniversary performance of Wagner’s Ring Cycle. The audience was frustrated that the software could integrate images but not drama. The staging was subtitled
Health officials probe 8 Legionnaires’ cases at Thornville nursing home
Health officials are investigating an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease at a nursing home in Thornville, just north of Lancaster.The Fairfield County health com
Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical and will take a break from the public eye
Ariana Grande has pulled out of an upcoming stage musical in London. Grande was set to star alongside Jonathan Bailey in “Sunday in the Park With George” at the Barbican
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has made box office history in its first weekend, becoming the second biggest North American opening ever with $355 million in ticket sales. It was just
Helping others: Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ and its golden rule [Unscripted column]
Walking out of Penn Cinema a few Sundays ago, in the crowd of people filing out of the dark theatre and shoving their popcorn buckets in the overflowing trash cans,
SuperFair Adjusts to Rain, Entertainment Continues Uninterrupted
The Lancaster County SuperFair is adjusting to this week's rain, but organizers say visitors can still expect ...
Lancaster County Partnership for Public Health to take a more active role in public health education
As Lancaster County faces its largest measles outbreak in recent history and other public health challenges, a nonpartisan, volunteer group of health experts and community leaders plans to take a
Cyclospora cases in Lancaster County exceed typical July levels, health department says
The health department noted that the current case count is higher than it typically sees this time of year.
Crash investigation underway after pole knocked over in Lower Merion, Montgomery County
According to investigators, the crash stemmed from an incident that began in Delaware County, but not much more information has been released at this time.
Ohio University Lancaster to launch Associate of Applied Science in Nursing program in Spring 2027
The addition of the nursing program represents another step in Ohio University Lancaster’s commitment to expanding access to high-quality, career-focused education that meets the needs of the communities it serves.