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Funding doubled to $10 million for Pa. grants to enhance security for nonprofits
PITTSBURGH — In the years sincethe Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, Pennsylvania has devoted millions of dollars to protecting houses of worship, people and places that could be targets for hate. Now the state is doubling that funding. The new state budget increases the funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant program...
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials growing garden to donate food to local pantry
(WHTM) — Tuesday’s hometown heroes are setting an example for sustainability. Employees for the Turnpike Commission use their lunch breaks to tend the garden outside the central administration building near Highspire. They’re growing vegetables in a plot of unused land and harvesting them for a local food pantry. The Turnpike Commission says the garden exemplifies […]
Shapiro signs two new bills into Pennsylvania law
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Governor Shapiro recently signed two new bills into Pennsylvania law, both centering around solar power and Pa. energy. HB 1032, called the Pennsylvania Solar for Schools Grant Program, will issue grants to school districts, intermediate units, career and technical schools and community colleges. The grants will cover the costs of the […]
PA’s No. 1 recruit confirms Lasch Bash visit, excited for another look at ‘top-notch’ Penn State football program
The Penn State football team is looking to make a huge impression on several top prospects this weekend at the annual Lasch Bash. One of those prospects who has been a confirmed attendee is the No. 1 prospect in Pennsylvania in the 2026 recruiting class Kevin Brown. As the Nittany Lions look to inch closer to looking up the top prospect in PA.
Unconscious female wakes, throws doorknob at responding EMS
Philipsburg, Pa. — An unconscious woman awoke and attacked two responding EMS personnel who found her lying on the sidewalk, police said. Ashlee Nicole Emigh, 36, allegedly held a metal doorknob and bracket as she shouted threats toward the two victims, Trooper Spencer Luciano said. Both objects were located at the scene by police, Luciano added. Troopers spoke with Emigh, who said she broke the door to her apartment, according...
African American Heritage Festival returning to Altoona
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Blair County African American Heritage Festival (AAHF) is set for this weekend and they’ve bringing food vendors, a free kids corner and cultural activities to Downtown Altoona. The festival is set to take place on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Parking […]
Cross Country Announces 2024 Schedule
Loretto, Pa. – Saint Francis University cross country head coach Douglas Hoover has announced the 2024 schedule for the cross country teams. The slate includes two home meets, including opening the season with the Father Bede Invitational on August 31. For the eighth time in the last nine seasons,...
Troopers Seeking to Identify Suspects in Retail Theft
WHITE TWP., Pa. – Troopers are seeking to identity two suspects involved in an incident of retail theft in Indiana County. On June 9, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., two unknown men arrived at Walmart, 3100 Oakland Avenue in White Township, and selected jewelry with a total value of approximately $3,200 to purchase.
Oil City Woman Arrested With 28 Baggies of Heroin in Central PA
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — Police say an Oil City woman was arrested with 28 baggies of heroin in Blair County on Monday evening. According to Hollidaysburg-based State Police, troopers conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 99 south, in Allegheny Township, Blair County, around 4:24 p.m. on Monday, July 22.
Two Altoona Catholic Schools Merge
Two area Catholic schools in Blair County are coming together effective immediately. Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School and Holy Trinity Catholic School will now be called Bishop Guilfoyle Academy. The school offers pre-kindergarten through high school. Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School will be called Bishop Guilfoyle Academy effective immediately, and...
Plan for your future with Steinbacher, Goodall, & Yurchak
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Studio 814’s Jack McCune sits down with Attorney Julie Steinbacher and Kristin Daugherty, a Long-Term Care Planner and Certified Medicaid Planner from Steinbacher, Goodall, and Yurchak law offices. The office of Steinbacher, Goodall, and Yurchak specializes in helping people prepare for the second-portion of...
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