Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA (GSHPA) Board of Directors on Nov. 2 decided on the fate of the seven camps owned and operated by the council.
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Girl Scouts to close 3 camps, reduce property of 2 more
Raising a daughter with type 1 diabetes – One mom’s journey 
If your child has T1D, I urge you to quickly come to terms with the fact that your child is not the only one with diabetes. Acceptance is key in understanding the new normal…that your entire family has diabetes.
Read More »Straight talk: The changing world of orthodontia 
Braces and retainers have long been a symbol of the adolescent years. But when does a child really need to begin seeing an orthodontist?
Read More »Extreme Haunted Attractions for Some Grown-Up Fun in Central PA 
If you’re the type who likes to watch horror movies — and thinks, I could so survive that — these extreme attractions are right up your alley.
Read More »The real magic of Alan Rickman on the set of Harry Potter 
Harry Potter fans know the great actor Alan Rickman, who died a year and a half ago, as the complicated and polarizing Professor Snape. His film colleagues, however, simply remember him as a remarkable person, a man who even once made an extremely sick child’s dream come true. Read all the details about this event, and more about Rickman’s role ...
Read More »Frozen 2: Lancaster native Jonathan Groff gives update on sequel 
There are still two more winters to get through before Frozen 2, but Lancaster native Jonathan Groff, the voice of Kristoff, provides an update on the much-anticipated sequel. Read about it on People.com.
Read More »The autism landscape in Central Pennsylvania 
Central Penn Parent brings leaders in the field of autism support services come together for an insightful conversation addressing a wide range of issues affecting those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Read More »President Trump and education in the midstate 
With a new President in office, public and charter school proponents alike wonder how his educational policies may affect Pennsylvania.
Read More »Little Tikes recalls toddler swings after injuries 
Little Tikes has recalled its 2-in-1 Snug’n Secure pink toddler swings due to a fall hazard; falls have already resulted in multiple children injured, including two toddlers breaking their arms.
Read More »Kids and opioids: our wake-up call 
One out of every 10 high school seniors has tried prescription narcotics to get high.
Read More »Bakers tell Girl Scouts: Toffee-tastic not ready for delivery 
With less than two-days notice, Little Brownie Bakers notified officials with Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA that sales of Toffee-tastic exceeded expectations and they would delay shipments of the tasty treat.
Read More »Lancaster’s Hands-on-House unveils new Clubhouse exhibit 
Hands-on-House unveils its new Clubhouse, a new exhibit offering open-ended art and science exploration space filled with changing activities for children 2-10 years old.
Read More »Recognizing and helping to prevent teen dating violence 
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. What impact does Teen Dating Violence have in Central Pennsylvania, and what can parents can do to help?
Read More »Danny Weinkauf of They Might Be Giants talks kindie rock and family matters 
A few days before he comes to Lancaster for a concert with the Red Pants Band, Central Penn Parent talked to Danny Weinkauf about the life of a musician, being a dad, collaborating with his wife and kids, and about his work with kids with special needs.
Read More »YWCA Harrisburg unveils program for children who have experienced domestic violence 
The YWCA Greater Harrisburg launches Randi's Kidz Club, a therapeutic group session for child victims of domestic violence, to provide a safe place for them.
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