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Local Dems fired up for Harris after DNC: "exciting and thrilling"
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the Democratic nomination at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night has energized members of her party from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.Delegates from around the Philadelphia area tell CBS News Philadelphia they're motivated and that Harris gives them a real shot at victory in the 2024 presidential election against Republican former President Donald Trump."I find it exciting and thrilling because it's a woman," said Janet Diaz Temin, a Democratic city councilmember in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. "Obviously, she is like me, a woman of color."The historical significance also wasn't lost on 95-year-old Angie...
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 22, 2024
Aug. 22—High schools Football Friday's schedule Nonconference Albert Gallatin at Greensburg Salem, 7 p.m. Allderdice at Fox Chapel, 7 p.m. Apollo-Ridge at Leechburg, 7 p.m. Armstrong at Highlands, 7 p.m. Avella at Mapletown, 7 p.m. Avonworth at Burrell, 7:30 p.m. Beaver Falls at Blackhawk, 7 p.m. Bentworth vs. Brownsville at Charleroi, 7 p.m. Bethel Park at Seneca Valley, 7 p.m. Brentwood at ...
Jury sides with Pennsylvania teacher in suit against district over Jan. 6 rally
A Pennsylvania school district violated a teacher’s constitutional rights by falsely suggesting he took part in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, a federal jury has concluded. After an 11-day trial, jurors found the Allentown School District retaliated against Jason Moorehead when it suspended him after the deadly insurrection in the nation’s capital and asserted he “was […]
Steward to close two Ohio hospitals, Pennsylvania facility at risk
Steward is closing two Ohio hospitals with another in Pennsylvania at high risk of closure as the health system continues to limp through bankruptcy. The closures of Trumbull Regional Medical Center and Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital, both in Warren, Ohio, come after Steward failed to find a buyer for the facilities. The hospitals will start closing on or around Sept. 20, according to the system.
Plans for $450 million Pennsylvania laboratory complex unveiled
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of General Services (DGS) recently unveiled plans to construct a new $450 million joint laboratory complex in Harrisburg. According to DGS, the site plans they unveiled for the $450 million laboratory complex will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities for four commonwealth agencies.
Pa. Senate to introduce bill that would require cursive writing in schools
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Senate has plans to introduce legislation that would affect handwriting being taught in schools. The legislation, written by Senator Wayne Langerholc (R-Cambria), would require Pennsylvania schools to teach cursive handwriting. Currently, at least 18 states mandate the teaching of cursive, including but not limited to states such as Alabama, […]
Among the delegates at the DNC: A nonbinary drag queen from rural red Pennsylvania
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has been many things— a pageant of political theater, a platform for policy proclamations, and, perhaps most importantly, a showcase of the diverse fabric that makes up the modern Democratic Party. Amid the clamor of speeches and the whirl of television cameras, one...
Swimming Announces 2024-25 Meet Schedule
LORETTO, Pa. – Women's swimming head coach Phil Hurley has finalized the 2024-25 meet schedule, featuring an array of classic meets and new opponents. "I am excited about our meet schedule! We have some traditional opponents in dual meets with Millersville, Niagara, Youngstown and Lock Haven. We are swimming some new teams or in new formats during our quad meet at VMI with Howard and American. We have some challenging invitationals at Colgate, Liberty and the Western PA Invite," Hurley said. "Our annual training trip and the St. Pete Classic Relay Meet is always a highlight of the season. Finally, we are very happy to be returning to the SPIRE Institute for the NEC Championship!"
West Branch Sewer Authority to implement pressure testing following severe flooding
Residents voicing their frustration Thursday, in Northern Cambria, regarding pressure testing that the West Branch Sewer Authority is proposing to initiate. This following flooding on August 9th from tropical storm Debby, that flooded over 30 homes which many say was made worse due to back-ups in the sewer system. The...
Opioid settlement funding panel created in Blair County
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Blair County is continuing to explore options for spending their share of the money from the state’s opioid trust settlement. The Commissioners have created a committee comprised of officials with the Blair County Department of Social Services and the county’s Drug and Alcohol Program who they believe are best suited to […]
Pat McAfee Issues Major Warning to College Football Powerhouse Over Week 1 Showdown
ESPN's Pat McAfee didn't mix words when breaking down the Big Ten and issuing a stern warning to a specific college football powerhouse ahead of their week 1 matchup in Morgantown, West Virginia. McAfee is a prime supporter of his alma mater, West Virginia, and whenever he has the opportunity to ...
Conemaugh Township dominates West Shamokin to open Heritage Conference play
DAVIDSVILLE — Cameron Dunn returned the opening kickoff 90 yards, and Conemaugh Township never looked back giving head coach Brandon Studer his first win as a head coach in a 42-0 drubbing of West Shamokin on Friday. “We have been on the other side, and we used that as motivation in the offseason,”...
New-look Berlin Brothersvalley offense finds footing in victory over Claysburg-Kimmel
BERLIN — Berlin Brothersvalley was in a dog fight for a half of football against Claysburg-Kimmel on Friday night at the Snyder of Berlin Sports Complex. The Mountaineers called on senior Cooper Huston, who helped open up a six-point lead at the break as Berlin rolled to a 42-14 triumph. ...
New Mount Nittany Health Outpatient Center at Toftrees to Open in September
Mount Nittany Health is getting ready to open the doors to its $90 million new outpatient center at Toftrees West in Patton Township. The 125,000-square-foot facility at 164 Greenview Drive will begin providing services on Sept. 3, the State College-based health system wrote in a news release on Friday. After about two years of construction, the four-story building will bring together 11 practices under one roof. They include: Obstetrics and gynecology, which is relocating from 1850 Park Avenue. A new pediatrics practice. Fitness and rehabilitation, formerly Fit for Play, relocating from Sandy Drive. Neurology, including the Headache Clinic, relocating from Old Gatesburg Road. Orthopedics and sports medicine,...
Hockey event to benefit local man battling brain cancer
In one man's battle against brain cancer, his loved ones are fighting for him on the ice. The Skate for Nate benefit event is on Saturday at Galactic Ice in Altoona and runs from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. with free admission. The event features an auction, a raffle, baked...
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