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JPD: Local man accused of raping teen relative in shower in 2017
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Johnstown man is behind bars, accused of raping a female relative several years ago. Johnstown police say Zachary Kinkead Sr., 41, is alleged to have sexually assaulted the victim in 2017, when she was approximately 14 to 15 years old.
Nonprofit expands its services to 4 more Pa. schools
A nonprofit that works with school districts to assist with basic needs such as food, clothing, and shelter, is expanding its services into four more schools in Lebanon, York, Dauphin and Cambria counties. Communities in Schools of Pennsylvania is expanding into Cedar Crest Middle School (Cornwall-Lebanon School District), Paradise Elementary...
Self-defense claimed by man in fatal Cresson Borough shooting
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Douglas Leap, accused of fatally shooting Ambrose Bowers in Cresson Borough, appeared in court Tuesday, the defense asserting that he acted in self-defense. The shooting occurred on Front Street in Cresson Borough June 16 following a confrontation at the Shovel Head Tavern, according to...
Another of the '31' pleads guilty to 2021 drug-related charges
JOHNSTOWN — Another of the 31 indicted three years ago by a federal grand jury on drug-related charges in Cambria and Indiana counties has pleaded guilty in the United States District Court. Pittsburgh U.S. Attorney Eric G. Olshan said George Mazey, 53, of Johnstown, pleaded guilty to two counts...
Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Clearfield and Cambria counties Tuesday evening
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Tuesday at 7:39 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 8:30 p.m. for Clearfield and Cambria counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 7:38 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 13 miles...
Congressman Joyce, FCC commissioner discuss rural broadband expansion
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — On Tuesday, Congressman John Joyce was joined by FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr for a roundtable discussion about the issues seen in deploying broadband infrastructure in rural parts of our region and heard concerns from residents. Leaders from Blair and Cambria counties attended the discussion,...
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of DELCIE E. WEAKLAND, deceased, late of
Estate of DELCIE E. WEAKLAND, deceased, late of Patton, Cambria County, PA. Letters Testamentary on said Estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted thereto are requested to make payment and those having claims against the same will present them without delay. Diane Iraca Executor. 360 Peaceful. Endings...
Johnstown man pleads guilty for role in multi-state drug ring
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Johnstown man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to violating federal narcotic law after he was arrested in a multi-state drug bust. On Aug, 6, George Mazey, 53, pleaded guilty for his role in a drug trafficking ring in Cambria County, according to the Department of Justice for the Western District of […]
Penn Cambria linebacker commits to VMI ahead of senior season
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A Penn Cambria football player still has one year of high school remaining, but the defensive standout has already committed to a Division I school to further his athletic career. This week, linebacker Derek Hite committed to playing D1 football at Virginia Military Institute...
Superior Court upholds dismissal of lawsuit against medical center
The Pennsylvania Superior Court on Monday upheld a decision by a former Cambria County judge who dismissed a civil lawsuit against Johnstown’s Conemaugh Medical Center that was filed by a woman injured in a fall she alleged was caused by “black ice” while in the hospital’s parking lot.
Agriculture briefs
The Cambria County Farm Bureau annual dinner and business meeting will be held Sept. 18 at First United Church of Christ in Ebensburg. The buffet dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $20 and those attending can pay at the door. Immediately after dinner, members will discuss and vote...
Court: Inmate’s appeal ‘untimely’
The Pennsylvania Superior Court late last week rejected an appeal by one of two Philadelphia men who were arrested in Cambria County more than six years ago on drug and retail theft charges. The appeal was filed by Michael O. Jackson, 49, but, in an opinion Thursday, it was declared...
Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Clearfield and Cambria counties Friday morning
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Friday at 6:02 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 6:45 a.m. for Clearfield and Cambria counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 6:01 a.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Brookville to...
Local kids learn to track and handle bears at Game Warden Camp
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Around 40 youths, ages 12 to 15, participated in the Junior Game Warden Camp Wednesday at the Game Commission Southwest Region office in Bolivar. The camp offered a variety of activities designed to introduce the children to the role of state game wardens. Participants...
Walmart tax settlement will reduce revenue across Richland township
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A commercial tax assessment appeal settlement with Walmart is set to lower local funding for schools and government services in Richland Township. Walmart’s fair market value for its property at 150 Town Centre Drive would be cut nearly in half, from $18 million to $9.3 million, as a result of […]
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