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Blighted buildings demolished in Cambria County
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Several blighted buildings in Cresson Township are being demolished, including an abandoned motel. The structures, located at 8191, 8193 & 8215 Admiral Peary Highway, are being demolished through a contract with Locher Demolition & Excavating, LLC. These are the final demolitions through the Act 152. Beginning March 1, 2017, the […]
Northern Cambria School District details new building plans
NORTHERN CAMBRIA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Construction is underway on the new facility being added to the Northern Cambria elementary and middle school complex. With this expansion, the existing building will hold all grades from kindergarten through 12th grade under one roof. A decline in student population has allowed for the district to make this transition. […]
Cambria County students win national STEM competition
NORTHERN CAMBRIA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Four students from Northern Cambria High School have brought home a national championship in a STEM competition. Ace Drumm, Ava Messina, Ben Messina and Drake Weller won the Technology Student Association’s 2024 Solar Sprint Competition. The team was led by two Northern Cambria teachers — Matthew Kline, who teaches technology […]
Summer Thunder 2024: What you need to know
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — On July 4th, a musical firework show will light up the sky in Blair County as part of Summer Thunder at Delgrosso’s Park & Laguna Splash. The theme for this year’s event is “A Ride Through History,” as they’re celebrating the Herschell-Spillman Carousel’s 100th birthday. There will be a musical […]
Blair County Commissioners approve three CO resignations, working to address prison problems
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ)– Blair County Commissioners approved the resignations of three corrections officers from the Blair County Prison at their meeting Tuesday afternoon as staffing concerns continue. Blair County Commissioner and Chairman of the Prison Board Dave Kessling said that there has been a constant rotation of staff at the county jail. “We’re always working […]
Chernisky 5K Classic to support first responders this Saturday at Ghost Town Trail
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — The tenth annual Chernisky 5K Classic, an event aimed at aiding first responders, is scheduled for this Saturday at the Ghost Town Trail in Ebensburg. Registration opens at 6:30 a.m. with a rolling start available until 9 a.m. Participants have the option to walk...
Firework shop owner reminds community how to stay safe on the 4th of July
BLAIR COUNTY (WTAJ) – With 4th of July celebrations coming up, it is important to keep in mind the safe and legal practices when handling consumer fireworks, no matter what the size. “You just have to use a lot of common sense,” co-owner of Kneppy’s Fireworks, Rose Knepp said. Every city in PA has different […]
The Law & You: 4th of July and Injuries
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — With more than 80 years in practice in Altoona, Gieg and Jancula, LLC law firm offers the services of lawyers with a depth of experience. Their firm handles a variety of legal practice areas, including personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, workers’ compensation, Social Security Disability, estate planning, and more. Click here to learn more about the law specialties that Gieg and Jancula practice.
July donation drive to benefit homeless veterans, deployed troops
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A non-profit organization has launched its 4th annual Summer Donation Drive, which benefits local homeless veterans and deployed troops. The donation drive runs through July, and Military Families Ministry, USA, Inc. is working to collect to help those in need. Care packages with snacks and personal care items will be […]
Demolition begins for old Juniata Silk Mill building
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The old Juniata Silk Mill building that sits on Broadway and West 14th Avenue in Altoona is coming down. The building was also known as Juniata Fabrics, Inc. Demolition has already started on parts of the building, and on Tuesday, the contractors were seen tearing down the front officer and a […]
State Recommends Safety Measures During Holiday
State Agencies including PennDOT and the State Fire Commission are reminding everyone to exercise safety measures and common sense this 4th of July weekend. PennDOT is advocating for the use of sober drivers and alternative transportation to prevent impaired driving incidents. During the holiday, state and area police will be conducting DUI checkpoints and extra patrols will be out in force. This enforcement aims to deter impaired driving, which is also a concern on the state’s waterways, as indicated by 39 boating under the influence arrests last year. Fireworks safety is another critical issue. The State Fire Commissioner’s office is issuing guidelines to prevent injuries and fires, emphasizing sober handling of fireworks, and recommending protective measures like safety glasses, and having water resources ready in case of an emergency.
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