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IUP STUDENTS FROM FRANKLIN COUNTY GRADUATE FROM IUP
The following students from Franklin County have completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania as of May 2024. The full list of graduates is available at www.iup.edu/news. Chambersburg: Brody Misko Rife, Fox Den Drive, B.S. in Computer Science/Cyber Security;. Greencastle: Sarah Ann Cisney, Burkett Road, B.S.Ed. in Music...
WNBA Predictions Today: Dallas Wings vs Indiana Fever on July 17
The Dallas Wings look to snap a three-game losing skid while the Indiana Fever eye for its third straight win as both teams battle for supremacy this Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at the College Park Center. Dallas Wings vs Indiana Fever Predictions: WNBA Team Analysis. Dallas fought tooth-and-nail with the...
AG: 'Career drug dealer' sentenced up to 30 years for Johnstown girl's fatal overdose
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — A Cambria County man, who was labeled as a "career drug dealer," will spend up to three decades behind bars for his role in the fatal overdose of a local 5-year-old girl. Investigators with the state attorney general's office say 36-year-old Albert Spicer appeared in...
Volaura Askew, Albert Spicer Caused Death Of 5-Year-Old: AG
Volaura 'Val' Askew, 28 of Johnstown, "exposed her 5-year-old daughter to fentanyl/heroin in the hours and days before the child was found dead in her Johnstown home on October 27, 2022," the Attorney General explained when Daily Voice first reported her charges in July 2023. In February of 2024, she pleaded "guilty to involuntary manslaughter and related charges, and is serving a 2-to-4-year state prison sentence," Henry stated in the updated release.
814 Your Health Check: Community Outreach events with Gloria Gates CARE
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Gloria Gates Care is a new, innovative way of healthcare that is being offered in our area for folks who are lacking access to resources including medical providers. They’re making it easier than ever to have access to great health care with providers that truly care about you as a person! Experience the difference with Gloria Gates Care.
Build your own burger with Chef Janet
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Chef Janet is back in the Studio 814 kitchen with her burger bar recipe. With the summer heat in full swing, it is the best time of the year to break out your grill and get cooking!. Building your own burger bar is as easy...
PASSHE governors approve state funding, freeze tuition for seventh year
HARRISBURG -- In a special meeting Wednesday morning, the Board of Governors of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education accepted the commonwealth's 2024-25 appropriation of nearly $614.8 million, an increase of 6% over 2023-24, as well as a tuition fee freeze for a seventh consecutive year for Indiana University of Pennsylvania and nine sister institutions.
Suspect in custody in robbery half a mile from Regency Mall
State Police at Troop A, Indiana, said a Clearfield County man was charged with robbery and other crimes following an investigation into an incident Tuesday along Pompano Drive in White Township. Troop A spokesman Trooper Cliff Greenfield said Nicholas Joseph Holbert, 22, of Osceola Mills, was charged with one felony...
Senator Ward announces Frankstown Twp. Sewer Project
HARRISBURG (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Senator Judy Ward (R-30) announces a $5.8 million fund toward a sewer main project in Frankstown Twp. The project will replace nearly 25,000 feet of sewer systems with new pipes and manhole covers. The state will provide the funds through a low interest loan from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority […]
Career Drug Dealer Sentenced Up to 30 Years for Fentanyl Supply Leading to 5-Year-Old’s Death
(WNY News Now) – HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a Cambria County man will serve 13 to 30 years in prison for his latest drug-trafficking offense — which led to the death of 5-year-old Alaia Young. Albert Spicer, 36, was sentenced Tuesday after pleading...
Altoona mother accused of leaving infant inside hot car while grocery shopping, police say
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Altoona police say a Blair County mother is behind bars after she reportedly left her 4-month-old child inside a hot car while she was grocery shopping. Authorities say 40-year-old Jade Diggs was arrested over the weekend after the infant was left inside a vehicle...
Johnstown Flood Memorial announces Evening on the Lake program
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Johnstown Flood National Memorial plans to address the public on their Evening on the Lake program on Tuesday, July 23. The topic will speak upon ongoing and future park projects from multiple park divisions. Some topics will include park-owned structures, such as the Club House, Double Cottage and Lippincott Cottage. […]
CMMC 'mutually' parts ways with lead oncologist
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has "mutually" agreed to part ways with its lead oncologist, Dr. Ibrahim Sbeitan, according to a hospital spokesperson. Health system officials say the separation was "on good terms with the utmost respect for each other." “We appreciate Dr. Sbeitan’s years of...
Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark vs. Dallas Wings FREE LIVE STREAM (7/17/24): Watch WNBA | Time, TV channel
ARLINGTON, Texas – Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will tussle with the Dallas Wings today – Wednesday, July 17 – at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. The matchup is available on multiple streaming services for free. Wednesday night’s game will broadcast live on ESPN with...
Tinicum Arts Festival-goers endure sweltering weekend
So far this summer, Tinicum Park’s biggest attractions have been in a hot battle with nature’s wrath. The popular “Concert Under The Stars,” held June 29, canceled the concert portion of the event 30 minutes in amid a thunderous, unforgiving rainstorm. The annual weekend-long Tinicum Arts...
McCabe topples Senuta by a single run in WCOTL action
The Westmoreland County Old-Timers Baseball League (WCOTL) played four more contests this past Saturday, July 13, at its usual four fields in the Derry-Latrobe area. The results of these games – the 12th week of the WCOTL season – are as follows. McCabe Funeral Home outlasts Senuta Pro-Chiro.
State Rep. Rigby announces infrastructure award for Windber
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania State Representative Jim Rigby (R-Cambria/Somerset) announced a $14 million award to the Windber Area Authority to aid in improving the wastewater treatment process. The money, which is divided into a $6 million grant and an $8.5 million loan from PENNVEST, will be diverted to building a new Autothermal Thermophilic Aerobic Digestion System. […]
Kenneth "Kenny" Walter
Kenneth "Kenny" Walter, 89, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 14, 2024. Kenny was the son of David D. and Ruth (Bowser) Walter, born in Salemville, Aug. 22, 1934. Kenny was the father of two sons: Brian (Tina) and Barry, both of New Enterprise; three grandchildren: Kendra Free (Jason), Hunter Walter, and Olivia Walter; two great-grandsons: Bryson and Jordan Free; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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