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GOP turns the spotlight on Sen. Bob Casey's family ties in key Pennsylvania race
Bob Casey Jr. rode a wave of reform to the U.S. Senate in 2006, standing out with other Democrats who vowed to end a culture of scandal and self-dealing in Washington, D.C. A fixture of Pennsylvania politics whose late father had served as governor, Casey unveiled an ethics plan at the restaurant formerly owned by disgraced lobbyist Jack Abramoff. He later seethed over an ad in which his Republican opponent questioned his integrity.
Fireworks return to Johnstown Galleria
After a years-long hiatus, a fireworks show is set to return to the Johnstown Galleria tonight. The show is scheduled to get underway at dusk. Officials at the Galleria ask guests to arrive early to get a parking spot and grab a snack from the food court. The show is...
60-year-old plans rediscovered, reconsidered for The Ridge in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Westmont Hilltop Recreation Commission has taken interest in long-abandoned development plans for The Ridge. During a meeting on Monday, copies of the 61-year-old plans for The Ridge, which is located at 3984 Menoher Blvd, were laid out before members of the commission, according to our media partners at The Tribune-Democract. […]
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest in Reynoldsville Borough
REYNOLDSVILLE BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — An Ohio man is facing felony drug charges following a traffic stop in Reynoldsville Borough. Court documents show DuBois-based State Police filed criminal charges against 33-year-old Joseph Alexander Phillips, of Brookfield, Ohio, in District Judge David B. Inzana’s office on June 10. According...
Biden cancels speech at teachers union convention in Philadelphia after union staff goes on strike
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — President Joe Biden canceled a planned speech in Philadelphia at the annual conference of the National Education Association after the union’s staff announced a strike and set up picket lines Friday. Biden had planned to speak Sunday, but his campaign said the president is...
Former Penn State cornerback A.J. Lytton dies at 24
A.J. Lytton, a former Penn State cornerback, died in a car accident Saturday morning, his former high school confirmed. Lytton, 24, was among three that died. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson and former Charlotte and Maryland wide receiver Isaiah Hazel are the others. According to Maryland State Police, Hazel was...
Buffalo Wild Wings eyeing State College location
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A popular U.S. wing chain might be coming to Happy Valley. Buffalo Wild Wings, known for its “Wings, Beer and Sports” has requested a liquor license transfer for a possible future location in downtown State College. The Borough of State College has the liquor license transfer process review slated for […]
Late surge, Hipwell's homer not enough for Spikes vs. W'port
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. – After a seven-run fourth inning gave the Williamsport Crosscutters a big lead, the State College Spikes fought back to bring the tying run to the plate in the ninth inning before falling, 8-6, on Friday night at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Trailing 8-2...
Central PA 4th Fest Celebrations
In State College and on the Penn State campus, it’s been a full day of activities for the Central PA 4th Fest. Thursday night, the stage was set for one of the state’s largest fireworks shows. Its that time when Beaver Stadium football parking lots become the staging...
Rare Dimes in Bucks County Could Be Worth up to $1,000
Coins missing a vital mintmark are not a dime a dozen. But these rare dimes circulating Bucks County could be worth $1,000. Coins missing a vital mintmark are not a dime a dozen. But these rare dimes circulating Bucks County could actually be worth $1,000, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter.
Franklin Couple Accused of Stealing, Selling $6,800 Worth of Items from Forest County Residence
FOREST COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin couple are facing charges for allegedly stealing and selling approximately $6,800.00 worth of items from a Forest County residence. Court documents show Marienville-based State Police filed criminal charges against 26-year-old Alaina Irene Haffey and 29-year-old Jacob Dean Donald Baker, both of Franklin, in District Judge Daniel Miller’s office on Monday, July 1.
Rescuers rush to aid of terribly neglected dog found lying in driveway of rural Pennsylvania home
On the morning of July 4th – when families were waking up to celebrate with picnics and fireworks, a terribly neglected dog felt so weak, all he could do was lie down in someone’s driveway in the area of Shillington, Pennsylvania, known as a family-friendly and peaceful town.
Late Model hits a Sprint Car; Bedford Speedway allegedly blames Flagman
Sprint Car driver Kenny Heffner has gone to social media to tell the world what happened on Wednesday night at Bedford Speedway in Pennsylvania. He got into an accident with a Late Model car. According to the video on the Kenny Heffner Racing page, several Sprint Car drivers, including Heffner,...
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