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City Resident Taken To Prison After Drug Bust
A local man is facing felony charges following a search in the City of Butler earlier this week. According to a criminal complaint filed by the Butler County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force, officers conducted a search warrant at a the residence of 44-year-old David “Platinum” Johnson in the 200 block of Eighth Avenue around 6 a.m. on Wednesday.
Loving Giving Local: Orchard Beach Assembly
Orchard Beach Assembly is a church located on a sprawling property in North East, but it wasn’t always this big. The church began in town 40 years ago. “It started in the basement of a bank with a group of faithful generous people. Then over a brief period of time, they were able to buy a property here and build and grow here on Orchard Beach Road,” said Pastor Troy Keith, Orchard Beach Assembly.
Pirates silently make the Domingo Germán decision Yankees dragged their feet on
Apparently, only Brian Cashman was foolish enough to be enamored with Domingo Germán for an impactful length of time. The right-hander's time with the Yankees was lowlighted by endless scandal, punishable bad behavior, and personal troubles. Following Germán's promotion in 2017, he made 14 low-impact starts in 2018, then rose to rotation prominence the following year (with an 18-4 record and 4.03 ERA for the "next man up" Yankees).
Buhl Trust objects to Steward sale of Sharon Regional over 'clear violation' of 2014 deal
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Christian H. Buhl Legacy Trust, formerly known as the Buhl Trust for Sharon Regional Health System, have filed a joint objection against the bankruptcy sale of the Mercer County hospital currently run by Steward Health. According to the filing, The Buhl Trust has served...
Record-Breaking WPIAL QB Transferring to Central Catholic
A record-breaking WPIAL freshman is headed to one of the top high school programs in Western Pennsylvania to finish his prep career. Jaivin Peel — a 6-foot, 185-pound quarterback in the class of 2027 — is transferring from Western Beaver to Central Central, according to multiple reports. The rising sophomore will be in the mix to replace the outgoing Peyton Wehner.
The markets hate political violence, but a top historian says presidential assassinations are ‘endemic’ to American culture
Former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear at a campaign rally in Butler, Pa. on Saturday during an assassination attempt. The assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump on Saturday was another violent entry in a long record of such acts in American history. They are more common...
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...
Cowboys legend explains '70s Steelers' biggest advantage in Super Bowl wins vs. Dallas
In 1979, the Dallas Cowboys were given the title of "America's Team" by NFL Films. But if a few more things went their way in two Super Bowls against the Steelers, Dallas would have also earned the title of "Team of the Decade," a label that was instead given to Pittsburgh.
Over $26 million coming to Central PA for water infrastructure improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced Thursday $207.6 million to improve water infrastructure across the state. The funds, approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), will help communities access clean, safe drinking water, remove or replace hazardous contained pipes and collect and treat wastewater. Of that $207.6 million, $26,013,070 is being […]
State Rep. Burns offers free lunches to veterans
EBENSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State representative Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is hosting a free spaghetti lunch for veterans. The Veterans Appreciation Lunch is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jackson Twp. Fire Hall. “Honoring our veterans in this way is a long standing tradition for me that I […]
Splash Lagoon announces ‘Fired Up Friday’ event set for this Friday
(WJET/WFXP) – A local indoor water park announced a special evening of fun set for this Friday. Splash Lagoon announced Wednesday they will host a Fired Up Friday event this coming Friday, July 19, from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. The event feature a dance party hosted by DJ...
Penn State Board of Trustees sued by one of its members
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State’s Board of Trustees is facing a lawsuit from one of its own members after allegedly refusing to give access to important information. Trustee Barry Fenchak filed the suit Tuesday, June 16, after repeatedly asking about Penn State’s use of the endowment money since “June of 2022.” In the […]
Public hearings scheduled for customers to share feedback on Aqua's proposed price increases
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission will have several meetings to gather public input on the rate increases proposed by Aqua Pennsylvania Inc. (Aqua Water) and Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater Inc. The meetings will allow customers to share how rate increases proposed by the companies would affect them. Under the proposals, the average monthly bill for a residential water customer using 3,870 gallons per month would increase by $16.10 (19.9%) from $80.91 to $97.01. According to the commission, the average monthly bill for a residential wastewater customer would increase by $14.92 (18.4%) from $81.18 to $96.10. Aqua Water proposes...
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