Local Stories
COVER STORY: It’s Beginning to Sound a Lot Like Christmas
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- Written by Lynda Hudzick Lynda Hudzick
When the people of York hear Whistle Master Don Ryan wrapping up his yearly Christmas concert by playing “Silent Night,” they know Christmas Day has truly arrived.
COVER STORY: Thriving, Happy, Joyous, and Free
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- Written by Gabriele Amersbach Gabriele Amersbach
“If I do write my memoirs, they would sizzle,” says Jan Swarr, with a laugh that is never far away as the story of her life tumbles from her in jubilant waves.
COVER STORY: Breast Tests that Could Save Your Life
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- Written by Sandra Gordon Sandra Gordon
A yearly mammogram is the gold standard for breast cancer screening and detection. Mammography is the only test that has been scientifically proven to save lives. Still, it’s not infallible.
COVER STORY: A Work of Heart
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- Written by Lynda Hudzick Lynda Hudzick
Around the age of 14, pastel artist Dot Stepenaski became aware of her ability to draw.
COVER STORY: Becoming Daisy Plotts
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- Written by Lynda Hudzick Lynda Hudzick
Jackie Holzel admits she’s always been a bit of a ham and thought she would enjoy performing — but she never really did anything about it until last year, when she decided to take a leap of faith and audition to be part of the cast of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
COVER STORY: Keeping Wild Animals Wild
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- Written by Gabriele Amersbach Gabriele Amersbach
On a rainy night, when the wind is howling and the rest of us are safe and warm in our homes, Tracie A. Young, licensed wildlife rehabilitator, knows she’s going to have a busy night.
COVER STORY: A Tour-de-Force Worthy of Honoring
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- Written by Gabriele Amersbach Gabriele Amersbach
When you think of a fundraising tour-de-force, you immediately think of Betty Hungerford. Hungerford has repeatedly broken down barriers for women in Harrisburg’s public relations profession throughout her remarkable career.
COVER STORY: Just Breathe … and then Move
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- Written by Lynda Hudzick Lynda Hudzick
Sally McKinney, or “Miss Sally” as she’s perhaps better known these days, has always wanted to make a positive impact on others in whatever way she can.
COVER STORY: He’s a Real Phillies Fanatic
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- Written by Barry Sparks Barry Sparks
Bob Bogart’s friends tell him he’s the real Phillies Phanatic.