Recent Articles from Leslie Penkunas
Hersheypark unveils Candymonium hypercoaster, opening in 2020
The hypercoaster will feature a lift height of 210 feet, maximum speed of 76 m.p.h. and a track length of 4,636 feet, making it the tallest, fastest and longest coaster in Hersheypark.
Kim Kardashian visits Harrisburg to hang out with her friend, Pa.’s second lady
Like many of us, Gisele Fetterman, wife of Pennsylvania’s lieutenant governor John Fetterman, shared a picture of her and her visiting friend to her Instagram page yesterday. Unlike most of us, Fetterman’s visiting friend was Kim Kardashian, the famed socialite and media personality. Continue reading.
Elf on the Shelf musical headed to Hershey; tickets go on sale Saturday
This story of one small elf’s big impact on his adoptive family includes an exclusive invitation to Santa’s North Pole and engages audiences with a glimpse into the magical lives of Scout Elves.
Please stop helicopter-parenting my kid
The influence of other parents on our own parenting can be immense, even inhibitive. Concern can lead to judgment, which can lead to shaming, or even more dire consequences. Continue reading.
Dunkin’ to celebrate opening of Next Generation Restaurant in Enola with free coffee for a year for 105 customers
Additionally, the first 500 guests in line will receive a free Dunkin' travel mug that will allow them to get $0.99 coffee refills until January 1, 2020.
VeggieFest returns to Harrisburg August 17
Harrisburg VeggieFest is both vegetarian and vegan-friendly, while also an opportunity to introduce those who may not identify themselves as either to a plant-based, locally sourced lifestyle.
The problem with ‘lady Thor’ and ‘female James Bond’
When the noxious fanboys who howl about movies being too “PC” and “woke” inevitably revved up after the recent announcements of a female Thor and a potential female 007, I did what I always do: roll my eyes. Continue reading.
10 tips to “toddler-proof” your vacation hotel room or cottage
Because your toddler doesn't take a break from being a toddler when you're on vacation.
The Boppy Company recalls infant head and neck accessories due to suffocation risks
The product is an accessory to be used in infant swings, bouncers and strollers.
Prince George’s soccer jersey is causing controversy
As everything the royals do is put under a microscope, even a small thing like George wearing an England jersey can cause a stir, and accusations of giving England preferential treatment. Continue reading.
Gretna Theatre’s “Pinocchio” heads to Hershey Gardens on August 3
The original musical has been adapted to run as a 60-minute, one-act show to appeal to young children.
Jessica Alba shares new photos of her adorable son Hayes: “This kid crushes me”
In the pictures, Alba captured Hayes in a series of adorable moments. A few shots showed Hayes running and playing outdoors. Another had Hayes relaxing on a tropical beach. Continue reading.