Penn State Health confirmed a measles case last week and says anyone at Lancaster Medical Center ER between 10:50 p.m. on Oct.
18 and 4:04 a.m. on Oct. 19, or at Golisano Children's Hospital on Oct. 19 and Oct. 21 should check their vaccination status, watch for symptoms, and call their provider or 877-PA-HEALTH (877-724-3258).
PennDOT is reminding drivers to slow and leave plenty of space after a buggy crash Friday on East Main Street in New Holland, warning buggies travel about 5 to 8 mph (so cars can close distance fast) and advising low beams, no honking, and safe passing rules.
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, local groups are hosting events to support survivors and connect them with services as Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County marks its 50th year and warns abuse can be economic, emotional, digital, or physical.
Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233).
Pennie's open enrollment for Pennsylvania residents without other insurance begins Nov.
1, and to have coverage start Jan. 1 you must enroll by Dec. 15; Pennie offers health plans with federal premium tax credits based on income, and most people pay under $100 a month.
Aaron's Acres announced Monday it will create its first centralized campus in Millersville to improve accessibility for children with disabilities and ease caregiving needs, and it launched the public phase of its Creating One Community, Together campaign after meeting a fundraising milestone.
At Hamilton Elementary today, a 5-year-old boy with autism went missing during recess and was found in a creek 15 minutes later with minor injuries, while the school district launched an investigation + will review safety protocols to prevent future incidents.
Governor Shapiro signed the Beagle Bill into law Thursday, defunding testing for cats and dogs and ending devocalization procedures while requiring Pennsylvania labs to use non-animal alternatives and share funding details.
The bipartisan measure boosts adoption opportunities and protects testing animals.
WGAL has compiled a list of trick-or-treat and trunk or treat schedules for South-Central Pennsylvania events.
Lancaster County recommends trick-or-treating on Oct. 31 (6 to 8 p.m.) while other towns hold events on various dates, so residents should check local details before attending.
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