Gettysburg Connection News Team

Spain claimed its second FIFA World Cup championship Sunday, defeating defending champion Argentina 1-0 in extra time before a sellout crowd at New York New Jersey Stadium. Substitute Ferran Torres scored the tournament-winning goal in the 106th minute, finishing off a setup by Nico Williams after Spain had dominated possession throughout the match. Spain’s relentless

The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified Monday, with both sides launching new attacks that further jeopardized shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and raised concerns about drinking water supplies across the Persian Gulf. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said it targeted U.S. military assets in Kuwait, Jordan and Syria after another night of U.S.

Pennsylvania’s new state budget will provide a significant increase in Medicaid funding for nursing homes while also revising how the state measures spending on resident care. Under the budget approved for fiscal year 2027, the state’s share of Medicaid funding for nursing homes will increase by $162 million beginning Jan. 1, when the Medicaid fiscal

Christopher Nolan’s epic adaptation of The Odyssey stormed into theaters with one of the biggest openings of the year, earning an estimated $124.5 million at the North American box office during its debut weekend. The film’s opening ranks as the third-largest domestic debut of 2026, trailing only Toy Story 5 ($159 million) and The Super

The average price of gasoline in the United States has climbed back above $4 a gallon as renewed fighting involving the United States and Iran continues to disrupt global oil supplies. According to AAA, the national average reached just over $4 per gallon Monday, marking a return to a price level that had briefly fallen

A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association says that drinking up to five 8-ounce cups of coffee a day is safe for most healthy adults and may even reduce the risk of several serious health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, heart failure and Type 2 diabetes. Published Monday in the journal *Circulation*, the

Riders using rabbittransit’s fixed-route bus services in Gettysburg and several other communities will see a new way to pay for trips beginning Tuesday, when the transit agency launches its new rabbitPAY fare collection system and implements its first fare increase in eight years. The new system will be available on fixed-route services in the Capital

A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers is set to examine a bill next week to require hospitals and insurance companies to display prices for provided services. Sens. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, and John Hickenlooper, D-Co., introduced the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act in July 2025, requiring hospitals to publicly report negotiated rates, costs and cash prices for

The Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn an earlier finding that appeared to detect the Cyclospora parasite on lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, adding another twist to an outbreak investigation that has sickened thousands of people across the country. The FDA said Sunday that additional review by laboratory experts determined the reported detection on a

Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance have welcomed their fourth child, making history as the first sitting vice president and spouse to have a baby while in office in more than 150 years. The couple announced Sunday that their son, Alec Neel Vance, was born at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and northeastern Minnesota is spreading across the Great Lakes and Northeast, creating poor air quality in several states and raising the possibility of hazy skies and reduced air quality in south-central Pennsylvania through the end of the week. Air quality alerts have been issued across Michigan, Wisconsin, New York,

Television networks faced an unusual editorial decision Thursday ahead of President Donald Trump’s nationally televised address on election integrity, with many withholding their coverage plans until just hours before the speech. Trump is scheduled to speak from the White House East Room at 9 p.m. Eastern. According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the

Despite the dominance of music streaming, compact discs are making an unexpected comeback, with U.S. CD sales climbing 16% during the first half of 2026, according to Luminate’s Midyear Music Report. The report found that Americans purchased 16.3 million CDs during the first six months of the year, far outpacing vinyl records, whose sales increased

Defending champion Argentina is headed back to the FIFA World Cup final after a dramatic late comeback Wednesday, defeating England 2-1 in Atlanta to set up a championship showdown with Spain. Trailing 1-0 with just minutes remaining, Argentina scored twice in the closing stages to stun England and keep alive its bid for another World

Motorists traveling through Biglerville should expect delays beginning today as a pavement repair and resurfacing project gets underway on two of the borough’s main roadways. According to PennDOT, weather permitting, preparatory work is scheduled to begin today, Thursday, July 16, on York Street and North Main Street. Drivers can expect lane restrictions controlled by flaggers,

More than 80,000 retired Pennsylvania teachers, police officers, firefighters and other public employees will soon receive long-awaited increases in their monthly pension checks under the newly approved 2026-27 state budget. The cost-of-living adjustment, included in the $50.8 billion spending plan signed into law Sunday, marks the first pension increase for many retirees in more than

The U.S. House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, eliminating the twice-yearly clock changes that have long frustrated many Americans. The Sunshine Protection Act passed Tuesday by a 308-117 vote and now moves to the Senate, where its future remains uncertain. If enacted, the measure would keep

Federal health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic intestinal illness that can cause severe, sometimes “explosive,” diarrhea, with Pennsylvania reporting 28 cases so far this year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed Tuesday that a common source appears to be linked to hundreds of illnesses across at least

New Oxford High School’s Colonial Stadium has been voted Pennsylvania’s favorite high school football stadium in a statewide readers’ poll conducted by the USA Today Network. The Adams County venue captured 46% of the vote, finishing first among football stadiums across the state with 1,132 votes after thousands of ballots were cast by readers. The

The U.S. military will begin mandatory testosterone deficiency screenings for active-duty service members and reservists age 30 and older as part of their annual health assessments under a new program announced Wednesday by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Hegseth said the initiative is intended to ensure troops maintain the hormone levels needed to perform at their

With the FIFA World Cup down to its final four teams and Major League Baseball heading into its All-Star break, sports fans have a full week ahead featuring championship soccer, baseball’s midsummer showcase and golf’s final major of the season. The World Cup semifinals begin Tuesday with France taking on Spain, followed by England facing

Gettysburg graduate Tegan Kuhns has become one of the highest-drafted baseball players ever to come out of south-central Pennsylvania after being selected by the St. Louis Cardinals with the 32nd overall pick in the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft. Kuhns, a right-handed pitcher and sophomore at the University of Tennessee, was chosen with a competitive

Pennsylvania lawmakers and Gov. Josh Shapiro approved a $50.8 billion state budget Sunday, ending weeks of negotiations and avoiding the prolonged stalemate that delayed last year’s spending plan, while postponing action on several major policy issues until later this year. The 2026-27 budget, signed by Shapiro after winning bipartisan approval in both the House and

The U.S. Postal Service has released a new collection of Barbie-themed Forever stamps celebrating the iconic doll’s many careers, just as the cost of mailing a first-class letter has increased. The 10-stamp collection became available Saturday and features Barbie dressed in a variety of occupations, including astronaut, surgeon, soccer player, music star, paleontologist and sign

Communities across the United States are increasingly transforming buildings and sites once associated with racism and segregation into museums, cultural centers and memorials that acknowledge the past while promoting education and reconciliation. The movement comes years after widespread debates over Confederate monuments and amid continuing disputes over how the nation’s history should be presented in

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, a South Carolina Republican who became one of the nation’s most influential voices on defense and foreign policy during more than two decades in the Senate, died Saturday after a brief and sudden illness. He was 71. Graham’s office announced that he died Saturday night. A preliminary cause of death was

Adams County nonprofit organizations have until July 31 to apply for the first round of WellSpan Health’s INSPIRE Community Grant program, which provides funding for projects aimed at improving community health. WellSpan is accepting pre-applications for grants that will support projects beginning Jan. 1, 2027. The pre-application, formerly known as a Letter of Interest, is

Ice cream lovers will once again have a chance to sample some of Gettysburg’s favorite frozen treats while supporting community wellness during the Eighth Annual Ice Cream Walk on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Sponsored by the Physical Fitness Task Force of Healthy Adams County, the popular fundraiser allows participants to enjoy five small 1.5-ounce ice cream

Health officials are urging consumers to take extra precautions with fresh produce after more than 800 cases of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by a microscopic parasite, were reported across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 843 people had become ill as of July 9. Eighty-six people have been

The Trump administration has finalized a rule that significantly narrows federal protections for endangered species, allowing more drilling, mining, farming and development projects to move forward in areas that have long been protected because of their wildlife habitat. The rule, announced Friday by the Interior and Commerce departments, rescinds a decades-old interpretation of the federal

The United States and Iran exchanged another round of military strikes overnight after President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire between the two countries “over,” raising fears of renewed conflict in the Middle East. U.S. Central Command said American forces carried out a second day of airstrikes against roughly 90 targets across Iran, saying the operation

The first-ever halftime show at a FIFA World Cup final is getting an even bigger lineup, with Justin Bieber announced Wednesday as the latest headliner for the historic event. FIFA and Global Citizen said Bieber will join Madonna, Shakira and BTS as co-headliners for the July 19 performance at MetLife Stadium — officially known during

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner announced Wednesday that he is ending his campaign in Maine, forcing party leaders to quickly find a new challenger to Republican Sen. Susan Collins in one of the nation’s most closely watched Senate races. Platner, a former Marine and oysterman, said he would formally withdraw from the race by

One of the biggest surprises of this year’s Wimbledon Championships continued Wednesday as British wildcard Arthur Fery powered into the men’s singles semifinals with a commanding straight-sets victory over ninth-seeded Flavio Cobolli. Ranked No. 114 entering the tournament, Fery defeated the Italian 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-0 on Centre Court to extend a remarkable run that

Gettysburg History’s lineup of public programs continues, offering opportunities to explore our very special history through quilts, music, pop culture and one of the nation’s most famous military campaigns. The series begins Saturday, July 18, at 3 p.m. with “Stitched Through History: Civil War Quilts and Their Stories”, presented by Gayle Underwood at 307 Baltimore

Music spanning four decades will take center stage in Littlestown later this summer when the Littlestown Lions Club hosts a free concert featuring tribute artist Derek Reed. The concert is scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, at Pavilions 4 and 5, near the playground, at Littlestown Community Park. Admission is free. Reed is known

Microsoft is eliminating 4,800 jobs across the company, including 3,200 positions in its Xbox gaming division, as the technology giant restructures its gaming business in response to weak financial performance. The layoffs represent about 2.1% of Microsoft’s global workforce. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma said the first wave includes 1,600 employees and is part of a

Pennsylvania health officials are urging residents to contact their healthcare providers if they develop symptoms of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, as state and federal agencies continue tracking cases across the country. The parasite spreads through contaminated food or water and can cause prolonged gastrointestinal illness. As of last week,

Pennie, Pennsylvania’s official health insurance marketplace, is continuing to see elevated numbers of enrollees canceling their health coverage for 2026. Pennie concluded the 2026 Open Enrollment Period with 486,000 enrollees as of February 1, and that total number has dropped by over 40,000 in the last four months alone. The increased costs due to federal

The medical drama The Pitt emerged as the top nominee for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, earning 25 nominations, while Hacks set a new record for a comedy series with 24 nominations as this year’s contenders were announced Wednesday. The strong showings helped HBO Max lead all platforms with 122 nominations. The Pitt, last year’s

The FIFA World Cup Round of 16 continues today with two marquee matches, but much of the attention has shifted from the field to FIFA’s decision to allow U.S. striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium after suspending his automatic one-match ban. Balogun had been sent off in the United States’ victory over Bosnia and

Americans are spending significantly less time socializing than they did two decades ago, with a new analysis of the American Time Use Survey showing the decline spans every generation and is especially pronounced among young adults. The average American now spends about 35 minutes a day socializing, down from 45 minutes 20 years ago. The

Global oil supplies are continuing to recover as the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) agreed Sunday to increase production by 188,000 barrels per day in August, the fifth consecutive monthly output increase. The decision comes as oil markets have largely recovered from disruptions caused by the recent conflict involving Iran,

Pennsylvania motorists have a 1-in-62 chance of colliding with wildlife each year, making the commonwealth the fifth-riskiest state in the nation for such crashes, according to State Farm. To address the problem, the Shapiro administration announced that 11 state agencies will work together to develop a statewide strategy aimed at reducing wildlife-vehicle collisions, improving public

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is fueling a global shortage of memory chips, driving prices sharply higher and increasing costs for consumer electronics ranging from smartphones to laptops. The trend is expected to be highlighted this week when Samsung Electronics reports another record-breaking quarter. Analysts forecast the world’s largest memory chipmaker will post an

Adults who have experienced abuse or neglect will soon have access to a new support group in Gettysburg designed to provide a safe, trauma-informed environment for healing, connection, and personal growth. The Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center will launch *Small Steps, Big Hopes: Moving Forward After Trauma* in September. The group will meet every other

The Trump administration is moving to eliminate more than three dozen federal firearms regulations, marking one of the most significant shifts in U.S. gun policy in years and reversing many measures adopted during the Biden administration. The proposed changes affect a wide range of firearms regulations enforced by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and

History buffs and railroad enthusiasts will have a rare opportunity this week as the legendary Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 makes its way through central Pennsylvania during a cross-country tour celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. The world’s largest operating steam locomotive is scheduled to travel through the region on July 7 after departing King of

An expansive marine heatwave stretching across much of the Pacific Ocean could shape weather patterns across the United States for months, increasing the potential for extreme heat, heavier rainfall, stronger storms, and coastal flooding later this year. The marine heatwave now covers an area extending from the Philippines to Peru and north toward Hawaii and

Competitive eating’s biggest names added to their legacies Saturday as Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo won the annual Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest during Independence Day festivities at Coney Island. Chestnut claimed his record 18th Mustard Yellow Belt by consuming 66 hot dogs and buns in the 10-minute men’s championship. The victory earned the

Residents across south-central Pennsylvania are being urged to take precautions as dangerously hot and humid weather continues, with the National Weather Service extending an Extreme Heat Warning through 8 p.m. Saturday. Forecasters say the combination of high temperatures and oppressive humidity will create hazardous conditions that significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, including heat

A new Gallup poll finds Americans’ pride in their country has fallen to the lowest level recorded in the organization’s 25-year trend, even as most people continue to express satisfaction with their own lives ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary. According to Gallup’s latest survey, 33% of U.S. adults say they are “extremely proud” to

M&M’s will temporarily remove its blue and brown candies later this summer as its parent company, Mars, continues its transition away from artificial food dyes, according to published reports. The change is expected to coincide with the candy’s 85th anniversary in August, when Mars plans to introduce M&M’s made without artificial colorings. Reports indicate the

Significant changes to the federal student loan system took effect Wednesday, bringing new borrowing limits, revised repayment options and higher interest rates for millions of current and future college students. The reforms, enacted under President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, are intended to simplify repayment programs and reduce federal lending. Education officials say

Boxing legend Joe Frazier has received one of Philadelphia’s most prominent public honors with the unveiling of his bronze statue at the base of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, replacing the location long occupied by the iconic Rocky Balboa statue. City leaders, family members and supporters gathered Sunday to celebrate the relocation of the

More than 3.4 million eggs will be distributed to Pennsylvania food banks and community organizations under a multistate settlement resolving allegations that several of the nation’s largest egg producers illegally manipulated prices. The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office announced the agreement Tuesday following a joint investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and attorneys general from

The South Mountain Partnership has received a 2026 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection for its *State of the Region: Activating Conservation in the South Mountain Partnership Conservation Landscape* project. The award was presented during a ceremony in Harrisburg on June 25, recognizing 26 projects from across Pennsylvania for

Two people were arrested Wednesday after climbing to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna in an apparent marriage proposal that prompted an emergency response and raised questions about security at one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks. Police responded around noon after receiving 911 calls reporting two climbers on the building’s 1,454-foot-high antenna.

Visitors to the nation’s capital are encountering widespread fencing, construction projects and heightened security as preparations continue for Independence Day events and next year’s 250th anniversary of the United States. Large sections of some of Washington’s best-known landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Lafayette Park and portions of the National Mall, have been closed

A powerful heat dome is expected to bring dangerous, potentially record-breaking temperatures across much of the Midwest and eastern United States this week, with south central Pennsylvania forecast to see highs approaching or exceeding 100 degrees through the Independence Day holiday. The National Weather Service says dangerous heat will expand across the eastern two-thirds of

Community members will have three opportunities in mid-July to help local students prepare for the upcoming school year by donating school supplies through the annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive. The initiative will collect new and gently used school supplies and clothing to assist students and families in the Upper Adams School District before

The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to conclude its current term within days, with several closely watched cases still awaiting decisions, including a challenge involving President Donald Trump’s effort to end automatic birthright citizenship. The birthright citizenship case stems from an executive order signed by Trump early in his second term that would deny automatic

Millions of older Americans enrolled in Medicare will gain access to prescription obesity medications beginning July 1 under a new federal demonstration program, marking a significant expansion of coverage for weight-loss treatments that have previously been out of reach for many seniors. The new Medicare Bridge demonstration program will allow eligible beneficiaries to obtain obesity

This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. What happened? A federal district judge in Pennsylvania has dismissed a case brought by the U.S. Department of Justice seeking a copy of the state’s voter roll containing voters’ personal identifying information. “Public statements from government officials

Gettysburg will celebrate Independence Day and the nation’s 250th birthday with a full day of music, family activities and fireworks during “A Gettysburg Fourth” on Saturday, July 4, at Gettysburg Recreation Park. The community celebration begins at 8 a.m. with the Adams County Farmers Market, offering locally grown produce, food and other products while kicking

Gettysburg History is offering a wide variety of opportunities to commemorate both the 163rd anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and the nation’s 250th birthday during four days of special programs from July 1-4. The schedule features battlefield tours, lectures, live performances, book signings, film screenings and living history experiences designed to immerse visitors in

Pennsylvania will be represented at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall after a bipartisan effort by the state’s two U.S. senators and a coalition of business and agricultural organizations secured private funding for the Commonwealth’s participation. U.S. Sens. Dave McCormick and John Fetterman announced the partnership after learning Pennsylvania was not among

Airlines are investing heavily in more luxurious premium cabins, but many of their newest business-class seats are sitting empty because they have not yet received required safety certifications from aviation regulators. Carriers including KLM, Lufthansa, and Singapore Airlines have encountered delays as regulators review new lie-flat seats and enclosed business-class suites featuring privacy doors, large

The Apple Core Band will celebrate a half-century of bringing music to the Upper Adams community with a free 50th anniversary concert on Sunday, June 28, at Biglerville High School. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. in the Biglerville High School Auditorium, 161 N. Main St., Biglerville. Admission is free, and the public is

Federal regulators have opened multiple investigations involving Disney-owned ABC, including an early review of the broadcast licenses for Philadelphia’s 6abc and seven other company-owned television stations, and an examination of whether the daytime talk show *The View* qualifies for an exemption from federal political broadcasting rules. The Federal Communications Commission began reviewing the stations’ licenses

A powerful “Omega” heatwave continued to grip Western Europe on Wednesday, breaking temperature records, disrupting daily life, and contributing to dozens of deaths as forecasters warned the dangerous conditions could persist through the end of the week. Britain recorded its hottest June day on record, with temperatures reaching 96.98 degrees Fahrenheit (36.1 Celsius) in southern

Reports continue to mount that pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are planning a star-studded wedding celebration at New York City’s Madison Square Garden over the Independence Day weekend, though neither has confirmed the plans. According to multiple published reports, the couple has rented the iconic arena for three

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro came under repeated criticism Tuesday during a Capitol rally calling for a statewide moratorium on data center development, with speakers accusing his administration of being too closely aligned with Amazon and the technology industry. Colby Wesner, a member of Concerned Citizens of Montour County, said public records requests related to a

At least 32 people were killed, and about 700 were injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, causing widespread destruction and prompting a nationwide emergency response. The back-to-back earthquakes, measuring magnitude 7.2 and 7.5, struck within seconds of each other near the Caribbean coastal city of Morón, about 100 miles west of Caracas.

The Adams County Office for Aging (ACOFA) will host its 2026 Golf Tournament on Friday, Sept. 18, at the Gettysburg National Golf Club, with proceeds supporting programs that help county residents age 60 and older remain independent in their homes. The tournament will begin with an 8 a.m. shotgun start at the golf course, located

The United States Mint will release 250,000 limited-edition Declaration of Independence quarters featuring a special “July 4” privy mark to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary. The unique coins, announced Tuesday, will carry no mint mark and will be randomly mixed with standard 2026 Declaration of Independence quarters before being distributed to banks and financial institutions

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is urging residents to make sure they are protected against measles after confirming 61 cases statewide between April and June 22, including infections in Berks, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York counties. Health officials said vaccination remains the best defense against the highly contagious disease and are encouraging early, accelerated and

Clive Davis, who discovered and nurtured generations of music stars, died Monday at his home in New York City. A family representative said Davis died peacefully from an age-related illness while surrounded by family. He had experienced several health issues in recent years, including a hospitalization in May for an upper respiratory illness and a

Germany clinched a berth in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Sunday, while the Netherlands continued its remarkable unbeaten run with a 5-1 rout of Sweden. Curaçao earned the first World Cup point in its history with a scoreless draw against Ecuador behind goalkeeper Eloy

The first round of high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded Sunday with both sides agreeing to a framework aimed at reaching a broader agreement within 60 days, even as tensions remained high over fighting in Lebanon and sharp rhetoric from President Donald Trump. Officials from the United States, Iran, Qatar and Pakistan

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will step down, ending a turbulent tenure that lasted less than two years and making him the sixth U.K. prime minister to leave office in the past decade. Starmer said he had informed King Charles III of his decision and would remain in office until a

James Burrows, the Emmy-winning television director whose work helped define the modern sitcom and whose credits included Cheers, Friends, Will & Grace, Frasier, and The Big Bang Theory, has died at the age of 85. His family said he died peacefully on June 19, surrounded by loved ones. Over a career spanning more than five

Residents of south central Pennsylvania could see strong to locally severe thunderstorms Monday afternoon and evening. As a low-pressure system moves across the state, warmer, more humid air south of Interstate 80 is expected to create favorable conditions for thunderstorms to develop. Forecast models indicate that a line of storms may form near the Interstate

Drivers may soon notice another increase in the cost of owning a vehicle, as disruptions tied to the war with Iran are pushing up prices for motor oil and threatening to make routine oil changes more expensive. Industry analysts say the cost of Group III base oil, a key ingredient in synthetic motor oils used

President Donald Trump said repairs may be needed at the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, blaming alleged vandalism for damage that could require draining much of the water. In a post on Saturday on Truth Social, Trump said he met with contractors and indicated that extensive work may be necessary to address what he

KFC is preparing one of the biggest changes in its history, rolling out a revamped menu that emphasizes boneless chicken, expanded sauce options and a new line of specialty beverages. The fast-food chain announced a global overhaul centered on what it calls “Dipped, Dunked and Kwenched.” The strategy reflects growing consumer demand for chicken products

Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 has raced to the top of the box office, earning more than $300 million worldwide during its opening weekend and setting a new record for the long-running animated franchise. The film, which debuted June 19, brought in more than $160 million in North America and another $150 million internationally,

Runners and walkers will have a chance to celebrate a milestone this summer as the East Berlin Area Community Center hosts the 30th Annual Summerfest 5K on Saturday, July 18. The race will begin with an 8 a.m. shotgun start at the East Berlin Area Community Center, 405 North Ave., East Berlin. The annual event

Americans will observe Juneteenth on Friday, a federal holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the long struggle for freedom and civil rights. Often called the nation’s “second Independence Day,” Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that more than 250,000 enslaved

New York City is preparing for one of the largest victory celebrations in its history as millions of fans are expected to line the streets Thursday for a ticker-tape parade honoring the NBA champion New York Knicks. The parade is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. and follow the famed Canyon of Heroes route in

A Philadelphia-area canned cocktail company has emerged as one of the alcohol industry’s biggest success stories, recording rapid growth even as overall alcohol consumption declines across the United States. Stateside Vodka, founded in 2015 by local entrepreneurs Clement Pappas, Matt Quigley, Zach Pappas and Bryan Quigley, has seen extraordinary success with its Surfside line of

Just days after reopening following a $14.2 million renovation, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., is once again battling a familiar problem: algae. The restoration project, ordered by President Donald Trump as part of preparations for the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration, included draining, resurfacing, and repainting the iconic pool in what administration

Tropical Storm Arthur has become the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, bringing heavy rain and a growing threat of flooding to parts of the Gulf Coast as it moves inland across Louisiana. As of Wednesday afternoon, Arthur was located about 170 miles west-southwest of Lake Charles, Louisiana, with maximum sustained winds

Apple is preparing to raise prices on some of its products as soaring costs and tightening supplies of memory and storage chips put pressure on the company’s manufacturing expenses, according to a report published Wednesday by The Wall Street Journal. The company has not announced how much prices will increase or which products will be

The Episcopal Church has announced plans to sell or lease its longtime headquarters building in New York City, a move that reflects changing work habits and the continuing decline of mainline Protestant denominations in the United States. Church leaders said the 12-story headquarters at 815 Second Ave. in Midtown Manhattan will be placed on the

Local residents will have an opportunity to learn more about music therapy and tour a new downtown facility when Tonality Music Therapy hosts an open house on Saturday, June 20. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tonality’s new location at 430 Baltimore St., Gettysburg. The open house is designed

Pennsylvania lawmakers are moving to strengthen protections for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients after the state House unanimously approved legislation that would replace traditional magnetic-stripe EBT cards with more secure chip-enabled cards. Supporters of House Bill 2540 say the upgrade would help combat a growing problem of benefit theft through card skimming and cloning,

Pennsylvania voters have become more pessimistic about President Donald Trump, the economy and the direction of the federal government, according to a new statewide survey released by the Center for Opinion Research at Franklin & Marshall College. The poll, conducted June 8-14 among 546 registered voters, found declining ratings for Trump and growing concerns about

The FIFA World Cup took center stage Sunday as group play continued around the globe, with the United States looking to build momentum after a strong start to the tournament. Soccer fans were treated to a full slate of matches, including Cape Verde’s World Cup debut against Spain and a highly anticipated Iran-New Zealand matchup