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Lions top Forest Hills, Bald Eagle Area golf teams
WINDBER — The Chestnut Ridge golf team picked up a pair of victories in Wednesday’s LHAC match at the Windber County Club. Hollidaysburg won the match with a 300, while the Lions carded a 389 to finish fifth out of 7 teams.
Local first responders create organization to help families
GALLITZIN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Disasters can strike at any time, and it’s always when you least expect it. That’s why two first responders in Cambria County started an organization that aims to help anyone in need. “You know, we wanted to be able to help even more after the chaos,” Heather Miller, Co-Founder of Pennsylvania Next […]
Groundhog found hiding inside claw machine at Pennsylvania mini golf course
DUNCANSVILLE, Pa. - Is Punxsutawney Phil on the hunt for a new home?. Not quite, but a different Pennsylvania groundhog was discovered in an unusual place - a claw machine!. Photos posted by the Pennsylvania Game Commission show the adorable animal hidden among stuffed animals at the Meadows Family Fun Mini Golf in Duncansville.
NANCY LOUELLA GRATOSKY BUCKLES, 84
Nancy Louella Gratosky Buckles, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Lynn Haven Personal Care Home on August 13, 2024. Nancy was born October 7, 1939 in Johnstown, PA to the late John and Gladys Harasin. She attended school at Greater Johnstown Area, and graduated in 1957. She...
RED DRAGONS RESHAPING ROSTER AFTER SUCCESSFUL 2023 SEASON
Coach Matt Falisec and his Purchase Line Red Dragons look to make it back to the District 6 championship in 2024, but they have some retooling to do after several key players graduated in the spring. Here’s how they stack up in today’s high school football preview. Here’s...
BUSY WEDNESDAY ON THE LINKS
Northern Cambria claimed a home match against Homer-Center, clipping the Wildcats 231-245. Zach Cavallo earned medalist honors after leading all golfers with a three-over 39. Marcus Coy led Homer-Center with a 42, while Brayden Rado added a 45. Jordy Arone, Nathan Birchall and Reece Coy all shot season-lows during the match.
IUP WOMEN’S SOCCER PICKED FOURTH IN PRESEASON POLL
IUP women’s soccer was picked fourth in the PSAC West preseason poll earlier this week. The Crimson Hawks return eight-point producers, led by Indiana High grad Hannah Scardina, who collected 66 so far in her career. Gannon topped the poll after earning six first-place votes, followed by Seton Hill...
HOMER-CENTER SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES MOTIONS RELATED TO BOND ISSUES
Two motions concerning bond issues were approved at Thursday night’s Homer-Center School Board. One motion permits the reimbursement of capital project expenditures already incurred once the district has a bond issue in place, and the other is to start the work with PFM Financial Advisors, LLC as their financial advisor, Dinsmmore and Stohl LLP as Bond Counsel and the district’s solicitor to issue General Obligation Bonds. The amount will not exceed $3.5 million for the HVAC and building envelope projects in the district. Business manager Gregg Kalemba said that the $3.5 million is just over the project’s estimate.
Probation issued in two Common Pleas Court cases
An inmate at the Indiana County Jail was placed on a year’s probation for a second-degree misdemeanor count of simple assault from September 2023. David E. Gallaher, 31, of Indiana, went before Indiana County Common Pleas President Judge Thomas M. Bianco Monday. On Sept. 27, 2023, at 2:35 p.m.,...
Groundhog stuck in claw machine at PA Custard shop turns into marketing opportunity
A groundhog stuck in a claw machine has created a unique marketing opportunity for a custard shop near Altoona. The groundhog was found in the machine inside The Meadows Original Frozen Custard stand on July 30 in Hollidaysburg.
Groundhog Found in Claw Machine at The Meadows Has Been Named
Pennsylvania now has three famous groundhogs. Phil, Gus and now Colonel Custard. Yesterday, The Meadows of Hollidaysburg announced the groundhog found inside their claw machine several weeks ago, has been named. After many people submitted name ideas, to The Meadows Facebook page, Colonel Custard was chosen. The winner will receive a $25 dollar gift card as a thank-you for helping to name the groundhog.
RAISING CANE’S, OUTPARCEL HIGHLIGHT RENAISSANCE CIRCLE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
Raising Cane’s recently unveiled plans to redevelop the Renaissance Circle Shops in White Township. In an announcement sent to Renda Media, officials with Zamias Services, Inc., say the redevelopment of the shopping center will revitalize the shopping experience as well as offer an enhanced environment for shoppers and provide a great opportunity for retailers.
Indiana Fever Make Bold Caitlin Clark Declaration Before WNBA Return
Caitlin Clark has established herself as one of the best players in the WNBA, despite playing in her first season with the Indiana Fever. Clark hasn't just dominated the rookie class. She's among the best players in the WNBA, consistently compared to some of the best guards like Sabrina ...
Child covered in food, feces leads to Altoona man’s arrest
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A 5-year-old was seen at Sheetz, allegedly covered in food and feces, prompting a call to Altoona police and the arrest of the child’s father. Gavin James Lynch, 27, of Altoona, was charged with child endangerment, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and public drunkenness after police were called to Sheetz on Plank […]
4-year-old boy dies after falling into neighbor's pool in Altoona, police say
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A 4-year-old boy has died after falling into a neighbor's pool Monday night in Altoona, police said. Logan Township Police Chief Dave Hoover reported that officers and emergency medical crews were dispatched to a drowning call just before 9 p.m. in the 2100 block of 21st Street.
Stretch Of Pleasant Weather Continues
It was another beautiful day across central PA. They day started cool and refreshing and ended up with lots of sunshine and comfortably warm conditions with low humidity. We will have another gorgeous day on Wednesday. Temperatures will be close to our historical averages with sunny skies and low humidity.
Man named in superseding indictment receives 15 years in prison for drug operation
Johnstown, Pa (WJET/WFXP) — An Arizona man who was named in a Second Superseding Indictment that included 35 people back in January was sentenced for his role in a domestic and international drug operation. A Pennsylvania judge sentenced 22-year-old Jairo Morales, of Phoenix, to 180 months in prison with five years of supervised release after […]
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