Pennsylvania
The latest on Pa. snowstorm: Here’s when it’s supposed to start and stop
Update: Central Pa. snowfall totals: Up to 15 inches forecast in some areas
The anticipation is nearly over. As about half of the United States’ population prepares for what could be a historic snowstorm, the National Weather Service in State College issued its latest forecast Saturday morning.
Snowfall totals provided by the weather service cover a period from 7 p.m. Saturday to 1 p.m. Monday. From south central Pennsylvania to the northern New York line, forecasters are calling for between 10 and 15 inches of snow throughout the commonwealth.
Here is a breakdown of the snowfall predictions for parts of central Pennsylvania, updated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday:
- Harrisburg — 13.7”
- York — 11.3”
- Lancaster — 10.1”
- Chambersburg — 13.4”
- State College — 12.7”
- Williamsport — 13.4”
- Wellsboro — 13.2”
- Bradford — 10”
Snow could accumulate up to 18 inches, according to winter weather alerts issued by the NWS.
Anywhere from 8 to 13 inches of snow is predicted to accumulate in Philadelphia by Monday, and 9 to 16 inches of snow is expected in Pittsburgh, the NWS said.
For Harrisburg and surrounding areas, snow is expected to start falling after 3 a.m. Sunday with temperatures around 14 degrees. Snow will continue to fall throughout Sunday, which will have a high temperature of 22 in Harrisburg.
The snowfall will be heavy at times Sunday, sometimes exceeding 1 or 2 inches per hour, forecasters said. South of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, snow could mix with sleet or freezing rain on Sunday afternoon, cutting down on snow totals in some areas.
By mid-afternoon Monday, snow is forecast to stop falling in central Pennsylvania.
The arctic air contributing to the storm is forecast to remain during and after the storm, with real-feel temperatures possibly dropping below zero, especially into the evening hours.
PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission scheduled vehicle restrictions across the state ahead of the storm.
“Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Widespread and prolonged travel disruptions are expected,” the National Weather Service said in a winter weather message issued to dozens of central Pennsylvania counties.
Harrisburg, like many other municipalities in central Pennsylvania, declared a snow emergency Friday. The city has nearly two dozen snow plows and hundreds of tons of salt at the ready.
Additionally, PennDOT announced all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Monday and Tuesday.
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board also announced all its Fine Wine & Good Spirits locations will be closed Sunday.
Here is the live statewide weather radar:
Hersheypark in Pennsylvaniacould be forced to close this summer amid a dispute between the site’s operators and union employees, according to a report.
The amusement park is scheduled to open seven days a week starting May 21 in a shift from its weekend-only operation before the summer, despite a looming vote among employees about whether to go on strike.
Over 200 union maintenance employees at Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey and Giant Center rejected a contract offer from Hershey Entertainment & Resorts on May 7, according to Inside the Magic. The park’s operators described the proposal as their “last, best and final” offer.
Over a three-day period this week, employees will vote on whether to strike after rejecting the offer, which is the third from the park’s operators. A strike could close the park just in time for the start of the busy summer season when families head on vacation.
The list of employees considering going on strike includes ride mechanics, electricians, plumbers, welders, painters, machinists, utilities technicians, carpenters, garage auto mechanics and sign artists.
In mid-March, the union and Hershey Entertainment & Resorts agreed to extend a former contract for 60 days to allow for continued negotiations.
According to Inside the Magic, union workers are seeking fair wage increases, more affordable care plans and higher pay premiums for less-desirable shifts. The union has also said that it will reject new contract offers that lower professional standards, devalue skilled trades or open the door to lower wages in maintenance roles in the future.
The Independent has contacted Hershey Entertainment & Resorts for comment about the possible strike.
Hersheypark, located 15 miles east of Harrisburg, is the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania. Founded in 1906, the 121-acre site boasts more than 70 rides, a water park with 17 water attractions and an 11-acre North American Wildlife Park, according to Hersheypark’s website.
It’s named for and themed in conjunction with the popular candy company.
However, a different park in the Keystone State was named as the top amusement park in the U.S. on TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best list.
It was Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, 42 miles north-northeast of Harrisburg, that topped the list. In doing so, the little-known park was ranked higher than Dollywood, Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Universal Islands of Adventure that also made the top 5.
“It’s got it all: roller coasters, kid-friendly rides (bumper cars, a haunted mansion), swimming, camping, a mining museum, and even a championship 18-hole golf course,” TripAdvisor wrote. “The accommodating staff, clean facilities, and fun attractions make for a memorable family-friendly visit.”
Knoebels is the U.S.’s largest free-admission park, although tickets for individual rides cost a fee.
Pennsylvania
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NEW CASTLE, Pa. (MyValleyTributes) – Charles “Yami” Frederick Jamison, age 83, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, formerly of Warren, Ohio, passed away, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Haven Convalescent Home.
Mr. Jamison was born December 2, 1942, in New Castle, a son of the late Charles N. and Anna (Callihan) Jamison and was a 1960 graduate of New Castle High School.
Charles worked as an order checker clerk for Packard Electric Company, Warren, Ohio, for 31 years, until his retirement in 1999.
A proud veteran, he served his country in the United States Navy.
He was a member of St. Mary’s Church, Warren, Ohio and also attended Mass at Holy Spirit Parish – St. Mary’s Church.
Charles spent his free time hunting and playing Euchre.
He is survived by his four sisters, Margaret I. Klann, Mary E. DeMarco and Catherine “Kay” A. Houk (Robert), all of New Castle and Susan J. Olson (Donald), Winfield, Illinois; his brother, Richard Jamison (Linda) of New Castle; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the City Rescue Mission, 319 S. Croton Ave., New Castle, PA, 16101, and the Salvation Army, 240 W. Grant St., New Castle, PA, 16101.
The family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the Haven Convalescent Home for the care and support that Charles received over the years.
Calling Hours will be from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 111 W. Falls St., New Castle.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on 10:30 a.m., Wednesday May 13, 2026, in Holy Spirit Parish – St. Mary’s Church, 124 N. Beaver St., New Castle, with Rev. Aaron Kriss, as celebrant.
Interment: Castleview Memorial Gardens, Neshannock Twp.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Charles F. Jamison, please visit our flower store.
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