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York County Parks summer jobs available

The York County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking applicants for possible employment during the 2012 season.

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Relay for Life of York banquet on Feb. 21

The American Cancer Society will honor more than 100 cancer survivors and caregivers during this year's Relay For Life of York Winter Banquet.

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'Fill the Bus' community food drive at school

York Adventist Christian School will host a "Fill the Bus" community food drive event to benefit the York County Food Bank.

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Teen seat-belt enforcement activities planned in Red Lion, Dallastown and York Twp.

Police said they will set up informational stations at Red Lion Area Senior High School, Dallastown Area High School and the York County School of Technology to ensure students...

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Police: Mom drove drunk in snowstorm with two young kids in car

State police allege a York City woman was speeding, passing other vehicles recklessly and didn't have her daughters properly restrained in child safety seats. After being...

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These fun posters are all over campus! Great job Class of 2012!

from:York College of Pennsylvania

These fun posters are all over campus! Great job Class of 2012!

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New Arby's to open in June in York Township

York-based Shipley Energy recently broke ground a new Arby's fast food restaurant.

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Threatening graffiti written on Dallastown school wall

York Area Regional Police are investigating a graffiti incident Thursday in a Dallastown Area High School bathroom.

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$4.3M lowest bid for Route 116 bridge project

PennDOT on Thursday opened bids for a construction project to replace the Route 116 bridge over the west branch of the Codorus Creek in Spring Grove.

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Trucker injured in crash that closed George Street

An Ohio trucker driver suffered minor injuries after his tractor-trailer overturned along North George Street Thursday afternoon.

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Hellam Township names Sowers police chief

There's a new top cop in Hellam Township. Mark Sowers, a longtime member of the township's police service, was named the department's chief recently.

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Feds: Illegal immigrant used fake ID cards to get job

An illegal immigrant living in York County was indicted in federal court Wednesday for allegedly using fake citizenship identification to obtain a job at a York County restaurant,...

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Dallastown's five-year financial outlook raises concerns

Dallastown's five-year financial future "isn't pretty," according to the school board budget committee.

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Application Night and FAFSA Completion set for Feb. 22 at Penn State York

from:Penn State York

If you still haven’t completed an application to Penn State for fall 2012, Penn State York is offering an Application Completion Night on Wednesday, Feb. 22 from 6-8 p.m. in...

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Who is interested in doing something nice for someone else on Valentine's Day? I...

from:York College of Pennsylvania

Who is interested in doing something nice for someone else on Valentine's Day? If we hit 5,000 "likes" on this page by 8 a.m. on Valentine's Day, we'll...

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Obituaries for 2/9/12

Obituaries for the people listed here can be found at www.legacy.com/obituaries/york. OBITUARIES ON PAGES D2-3 Donald R.

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Man indicted for allegedly receiving cocaine through mail

A York man was indicted in federal court Wednesday for allegedly receiving about two-thirds of a pound of cocaine through the U.S. mail.

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Penn State York students prepare for annual THON

Two Penn State York students are going to the dance. Kaitlyn Dunbar, 19, of Emigsville and Joe Weaver, 18, of West York will represent the campus in the 40th annual Penn State...

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York City's Lincoln Fire Station reopens

York City's Lincoln Fire Station, vacated by firefighters last year because of a hazardous mold problem, is back in action.

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York City wants to extend dog scooping laws to private property

Some York City officials are hoping to teach dog owners a new trick: Clean up after your pooch, or face the legal consequences.

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York County wants SPCA to help with strays

The York County Commissioners have asked the York County SPCA to develop a fix for a growing population of stray animals.

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FAFSA Completion Webinars set for Feb. 16

from:Penn State York

February is Financial Aid Awareness Month and Penn State York is offering two free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion webinars on Thursday, Feb. 16 at noon and...

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Police: Woman's purse stolen in York City

A woman told York City Police a person jumped out of a car and stole her purse in the city a little after noon on Tuesday.

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Police: Two men tried to break into storage buildings

York City Police arrested two men who they caught in the act of trying to break into storage buildings, police said.

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Stay in step with your partner for Valentine's Day

Hoping to spark some special Valentine's Day memories? Let York County provide the ambience for your evening.

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Police: Booted bar patron showed gun to bouncers

A Manchester Township man is facing misdemeanor charges for allegedly brandishing a handgun in front of two club bouncers last month, York City Police said. Samuel Bortner, 25,...

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Campus was looking amazing this morning! Check out some of the photos. Which one...

from:York College of Pennsylvania

Campus was looking amazing this morning! Check out some of the photos. Which one is your favorite?

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HACC announces fall 2011 dean’s list

from:Harrisburg Area Community College - York Campus

1,543 full-time students were named to the fall 2011 dean’s list.

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Guilty plea scuttled for former teacher accused of having sex with student

A former teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old former student at Paradise School for Boys was scheduled to plead guilty in York County Court on...

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York Dancers get ready to put on Their Dancin’ Shoes For The Kids (FTK)!

from:Penn State York

Kaitlyn Dunbar, and Joe Weaver hope to stay strong when they represent Penn State York and put on their dancin’ shoes for

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President George Waldner will be a featured live at 2 p.m. on KDKA Radio, chatti...

from:York College of Pennsylvania

President George Waldner will be a featured live at 2 p.m. on KDKA Radio, chatting with Mike Pintek about the costs of higher education.

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Obituaries for 2/8/12

Obituaries for the people listed here can be found at www.legacy.com/obituaries/york. OBITUARIES ON PAGES D2-3, D5 Janice A.

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Check out some students having a little fun with Valentine's Day. Save the one y...

from:York College of Pennsylvania

Check out some students having a little fun with Valentine's Day. Save the one you like best to your "favorites" on Flickr!

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Man charged with stealing thousands from York attorney

A local attorney said the man accused of stealing more than $9,000 from him was a close friend for nearly two decades.

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City school seeks mentors for 'Fortitude Crew'

A York City charter school is looking for volunteers to serve as mentors for high school students whose lives have been anything but easy.

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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York announces schedule for move to new City Hall

York City offices will soon settle into their new home at 101 S. George St. The city announced its schedule Tuesday with a staggered list of departments that will vacate offices...

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York mayor to serve on national committee

York City Mayor Kim Bracey has been appointed to serve on the National League of Cities' 2012 Community and Economic Development Steering Committee, which will develop policy...

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Stop out tonight at 7:30 p.m. to Perko Playpen Theatre in the CPAC to show your...

from:York College of Pennsylvania

Stop out tonight at 7:30 p.m. to Perko Playpen Theatre in the CPAC to show your support for the YCP Players and get entertained!

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New Freedom-area district judge has created new website

The New Freedom area's new district judge has created a website for his office. He's the second York County district judge to do so.

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Jonny Lang to Perform May 18 at The Pullo Center

from:Penn State York

Jonny Lang is set to perform May 18 at the Pullo Family Performing Arts Center (The Pullo Center) at Penn State York.

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Stewartstown police chief placed on paid administrative leave

Chief George Cunningham will be notified Tuesday of the decision, made Monday night at the borough council meeting.

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Newberry Twp. man joins race for 92nd House District

Republican William "B.J." Sieg has announced his candidacy for the 92nd House District, which will be left vacant at the end of the year as state Rep. Scott Perry,...

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Obituaries for 2/7/12

Obituaries for the people listed here can be found at www.legacy.com/obituaries/york. OBITUARIES ON PAGES C2-3, C6 Grace Y.

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Sales tax on online purchase? Good luck, consumers say

The Richardsons and the Paschkes have never met. However, they had the same response after learning that the state Department of Revenue is requiring online retailers with a...

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York County libraries accept food to pay late fees

Got fines for overdue library books? The York County Library System has a way to decrease fines while helping feed those in need.

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Fairview Twp. man runs for Perry's House seat

Anthony Pugliese has resigned from a state position, freeing himself to campaign for the state House seat being left vacant by state Rep.

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One-lane traffic on westbound Route 30 bridge Thursday

The Route 30 bridge over the Susquehanna River will be reduced to one lane westbound on Thursday for pothole repairs.

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This is for all the fans of social media! (Courtesy of Seattle Weekly)

from:York College of Pennsylvania

This is for all the fans of social media! (Courtesy of Seattle Weekly)

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