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Maryland overcomes big deficit, evens Big 26 Baseball Classic series with Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania seemed poised to again take down Maryland at the Big 26 Baseball Classic before the visitors roared back. Overcoming a 6-0 deficit, Maryland evened the three-game series at FNB Field, erupting for six runs in the bottom of the sixth to collect a 9-8 decision. If you purchase a...
Police: Local Woman Charged After Dashcam Footage Shows She Lied About Hit-and-Run Crash in Rose Township
ROSE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Police say a local woman is accused of falsely reporting a hit-and-run crash in Rose Township. Court records indicate Punxsutawney-based State Police filed criminal charges against 59-year-old Ginger Ellen Lehr, of Brookville, in District Judge Gregory Bazylak’s office on July 22. According to...
Former Big Run Man Accused of Animal Cruelty Faces Hearing on Wednesday
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) — A former Big Run resident who is charged with animal cruelty after several dead animals were found on his property is due in court Wednesday. According to court documents, a preliminary hearing for 68-year-old John T. Benko, of Philadelphia and formerly of Big Run, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, with District Judge David B. Inzana’s presiding.
Shapiro pumps up central Pa. Democrats for ‘Harris/TBD’ ticket
If there are talent scouts out there who watch and rate the daily performances of the aspiring running mates for presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in this ticket-forming time, let’s just say Gov. Josh Shapiro put down some pretty good tape Saturday. Headlining the first Harris for President...
$20 Million Approved for Laptop Distribution to Boost Internet Access in Pennsylvania
In a decisive move to expand digital access, the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority (PBDA) has approved the allocation of $20 million for the purchase of over 14,000 laptops. The decision, made unanimously on Thursday, aims to distribute these laptops to libraries, schools, municipalities, and various organizations throughout the state. Julia...
Altoona ‘Vegas Night’ raises money for low-income families
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A weekend event at the Jaffa Shrine in Altoona worked to raise money for an organization that helps low-income families. On Saturday, July 27, ‘Vegas Night’ took place to raise money for the Gloria Gates Memorial Foundation. The foundation was established in 1999 and offers after-school programs and summer activities for […]
Spikes use power of pink to fell Crosscutters, 12-4
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Kyle Russell notched three hits and knocked in two runs, Parker Coddou added three hits of his own, and Cam Bufford drove in three runs with a triple in the seventh as the State College Spikes brought the energy with a 13-hit attack on Paint the Park Pink Night for a 12-4 win over the Williamsport Crosscutters on Saturday night at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.
Harrisburg offensive tackle Kevin Brown commits to Penn State football
Highly sought-after football recruit Kevin Brown, a 6-foot-5, 270-pound offensive tackle rising Harrisburg High School junior, committed to Penn State University Saturday,. Brown, who had offers from a plethora of Division I schools, including Alabama, Auburn, Boston College, Florida, Florida State, Michigan, Georgia, Pitt, Syracuse, Temple, UNLV, West Virginia and Wisconsin, made his Penn State commitment announcement on social media.
Hearing to Be Held Thursday for Local Man Accused of Repeatedly Punching Man in Punxsutawney Bar
PUNXSUTAWNEY BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — A local man who is facing assault charges after punching a man repeatedly in a Punxsutawney bar is scheduled for a court hearing on Thursday. According to court records, a preliminary hearing for 54-year-old Brian S. Cramer, of Reynoldsville, is scheduled for 11 a.m....
Raccoon rabies vaccinations will drop from the sky in Allegheny County next month
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Aircraft will drop rabies vaccination baits across Allegheny County next month as part of a massive effort to eventually eradicate the raccoon variant of the virus from the country. The vaccination program is spearheaded by the United States Department of Agriculture's Wildlife Services, which the Allegheny County Health Department partners with annually. This year, volunteers will distribute baits containing the vaccine from Aug. 1 through Aug. 30, both by hand and by air. The health department says residents may see aircraft slowly moving over the same area multiple times over a short period of time, which could be...
Council Rock Newtown wins Pennsylvania Little League state championship, advances to Mid-Atlantic
Council Rock Newtown needed to win just one Monday to capture a Little League Pennsylvania state championship. It took care of that quickly, picking up a 3-2 win over Back Mountain in the first game. The victory sends Newtown to the Mid-Atlantic Regional in Bristol, Connecticut. There, it will face...
Sheffield Lake man extradited to Pennsylvania on rape charges
SHEFFIELD LAKE, Ohio (WOIO) - A Sheffield Lake man was arrested earlier this month and charged with multiple counts of sexual offenses against a child, according to the Lower Paxton Township Police Department website. 58-year-old Odin J. Rathnam of Sheffield Lake was arrested in Ohio July 11 at his home...
Concerns remain after controlled explosion on Monongahela River
BUNOLA, Pa. (KDKA) -- Just weeks after a controlled explosion that began a project to remove a dam in Elizabeth, there are many concerns.Boaters on a nearby marina are seeing much more shoreline than they're used to.For decades, David Shallenberger has called part of the Monongahela River in Bunola his second home."There was a lot of things to do," he said. "Water skiing, go up and down the river, and go fishing."He spends much of his summers at the Carousel Marina with his wife, Lynn."That's part of the ecosystem over the river that's now dead on the pole," Lynn Shallenberger...
NBA Rumors: 76ers almost traded for star after Paul George addition
The Philadelphia 76ers definitely had an itching palm this summer. Following yet another disappointing campaign derailed by injuries and stamped with a seemingly in-theme early playoff exit, the 76ers made it a point to make a big switch this offseason. Armed with a boatload of cap space, the front office smelled blood and went on to snag the biggest fish in the open market in the form of nine-time All-Star Paul George.
Downtown Lock Haven welcomes 'Cruise-in'
Lock Haven, Pa. — Downtown Lock Haven hosted its Final Friday this weekend with a special Cruise-in Car Show on Main Street, along with live music, great food, and shopping. Vehicles from Central PA Street Machines came and filled Main Street for "Wheels on Main," showcasing cars from all eras. The MixTape band also performed live, as the downtown crowd enjoyed a special showing of "Cars" at the historical Roxy theater, as well as deals at local shops and restaurants. Check out a gallery of the event below:
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