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Apr 6th, 2025 👍 3858

Spotted lanternflies— invasive pests from Asia— are beginning to hatch this spring and threaten gardens and local ecosystems, so residents are urged to take control by squashing, spraying vinegar, vacuuming, using a dish soap mixture or setting traps.

Apr 6th, 2025 👍 3695

Motorists should expect PennDOT crews to clean up litter along roadways in south central Pennsylvania next week and through the rest of April. The work will occur on weekdays during daylight hours along routes including Lancaster’s Route 222 near the interchange project — no traffic restrictions are planned.

Apr 6th, 2025 👍 4217

Five Below recalled 29,000 bear-shaped night lights on April 3 after overheating USB cords burned six fingers and scorched furniture, and shoppers are urged to stop using the lights and return them for a full refund+ cash+ or store credit.

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