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Former Pennsylvania State Trooper Asking Judge to Vacate Verdict in Fatal Crash
TIOGA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA (WENY) -- In May, a Pennsylvania State Trooper was found guilty in Tioga County Court of causing a crash that killed a Troy Area School District teacher. Now, his defense team is asking for that guilty verdict to be thrown out and given a new trial. "The...
Update: Be ready for damaging winds and penny-sized hail with thunderstorms in part of Pennsylvania Wednesday
An updated severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 8:33 p.m. valid until 9 p.m. for Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland and Union counties. Look for penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 8:32 p.m., severe thunderstorms were located along...
Pa. Senate approves promotion of local airman to Brigadier General
An airman from Upper Oxford is one step closer to becoming a Brigadier General in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard following the State Senate’s approval of his nomination. Recently, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously approved the confirmation of Colonel Jaime E. Ramirez, who currently serves as the 193rd Special Operation...
Accused trespasser empties bag of feces on floor of police station
Potter Township, Pa. — A woman punched out a front door window of a relative's home before bandaging herself up and going to sleep on a couch, police said. Kimberly Jane Sellers, 36, was taken into custody on July 17 after being found inside the Potter Township home, Trooper Gregory Myers said. Sellers then emptied her ostomy bag on the floor of the patrol room after being taken there by law enforcement, Myers added. ...
Foxdale Village administrator wins award
STATE COLLEGE — Meg Clouser, an administrator at Foxdale Village, received the 2024 Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award by the American College of Health Care Administrators, according to a release by the ACHCA. The award by the ACHCA recognizes high-performing skilled nursing facilities and their administrators. Named after Eli...
Four-star Mason Blackwood sets Penn State official, recaps Rutgers visit and updates recruitment
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Class of 2025 four-star small forward Mason Blackwood will visit Penn State starting Sept. 7, he told ZAGSBLOG. The 6-foot-6, 210-pound wing from New Hampton School (NH) and the City Rocks Nike EYBL AAU program has already taken Rutgers in June. Most recently, Blackwood helped...
Penn State Wrestling Roster: Ranking Weight Classes by Strength
Penn State Wrestling Beat Reporter at NittanyCentral. Expertise: College Wrestling, College Football, Lays Chips. Even though he had no prior journalism experience, Chris has now covered Penn State Wrestling and Penn State Football for the past three years, including as the Penn State Wrestling Beat Writer for VictoryBellRings.com, part of the FanSided network.
Happy Valley United set for summer’s ‘premier’ Penn State NIL event at Jersey Shore
Penn State NIL collective Happy Valley United is set to close the summer with an event that it wants to become a staple of its fundraising initiatives. A group of Nittany Lions players, coaches and lettermen will gather Thursday at the Union League National Golf Club in Swainton, N.J., for the third annual "We Are at the Shore."
Man arrested after allegedly raping minor in Brookline hotel
A 45-year-old man was arrested this week after he allegedly drove to Brookline from Pennsylvania and raped a minor whom he had met on a social media app. Edward Garry is facing charges of enticing a child under 16 and aggravated rape of a child, according to records from Brookline District Court.
Pennsylvania plays take center stage in Bellefonte this weekend
A State-College area volunteer theater company is highlighting local creators with a short play showcase, all written by Pennsylvanians. Andi Stout, one of the writers, said she’s looking forward to seeing everyone’s script come to life. “They're all so different and dynamic, and it really showcases the talent...
DelGrosso's Amusement Park celebrates the 100th birthday of its carousel
Thursday is National Carousel Day. DelGrosso’s Amusement Park in Tipton, near Altoona, is celebrating the day and the 100th anniversary of its own carousel. The Herschell-Spillman Carousel is one of the first sights guests see entering DelGrosso’s Park. The “Wurlitzer Band Organ” plays big band music from paper scrolls as 36 hand-carved and hand-painted horses rise and fall.
House fire in Cresson claims beloved family dog
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A devastating house fire broke out Thursday morning in Cresson, leading to the tragic loss of a family pet. Crews were called to the 300 block of Laurel Ave. The fire, which began around 9 a.m., started in the kitchen area at the back...
Festivities Announced for Brookville BBQ Bash
BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — The Brookville Area Chamber of Commerce announced the Brookville BBQ Bash is set to take place on Saturday, August 17, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. This free family-friendly festival promises a day full of exciting activities, delicious food, and fantastic entertainment for all ages. The...
New Michael Pilato Mural to Be Installed in Downtown Bellefonte
A new mural by artist and Centre County native Michael Pilato will soon adorn the exterior of the Waffle Shop in downtown Bellefonte. Pilato will install the mural celebrating several aspects of the borough's history beginning Aug. 2 during the Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair, according to an announcement from the Waffle Shop. It will be located near the new "Air Mail" mural installed in May on Perry Lane by artists Key Detail. It will be the latest in the series of "Inspiration" murals created by Pilato and his longtime artistic partner Yuriy Karabash, which includes "Inspiration State College" on Hiester Street...
Local restaurants recognized by America's Best Restaurants
America's Best Restaurants paid a visit to a local diner in Somerset County Wednesday. America's Best Restaurants is a nationwide marketing company focused on bringing attention to local and independently owned restaurants. The company visited Coal Miners Diner in Jennerstown after making a stop in Clearfield County Tuesday at Denny’s...
GOING OUT IN STYLE: DuBois Central Catholic Grad Melia Mitskavich Places Fourth in Nation at the Junior Gold Bowling Championships
DuBois native and DuBois Central Catholic graduate Melia Mitskavich recently placed fourth in the nation at the Junior Gold Championships in Detroit./Submitted photo. DuBOIS, Pa. (EYT) — Melia Mitskavich loaded up the car with 12 bowling balls and embarked on the long trek from DuBois to Detroit for the Junior Gold Championships.
African American Heritage Festival returning to Altoona
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Blair County African American Heritage Festival (AAHF) is set for this weekend and they’ve bringing food vendors, a free kids corner and cultural activities to Downtown Altoona. The festival is set to take place on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Parking […]
Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in part of Pennsylvania early Wednesday evening
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 5:17 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:45 p.m. for Elk, Cameron and Clearfield counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 5:16 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from...
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