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WATCH: Kerle Tire Game of the Week: DuBois vs. Central Clarion
Watch the Kerle Tire Company Game of the week as DuBois takes on Central Clarion. Mike Kalinowski and Pat Kahle will have all of the action from Wiser Field. Pre-game starts at 6:30 p.m. and kickoff is at 7:00 p.m.
Clearfield County woman pleads guilty to trafficking meth
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Houtzdale woman plead guilty in federal court to trafficking methamphetamine, according to United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan. Joanna Shylock, 36, was arrested for her role in an 18-month-long investigation into methamphetamine trafficking. As part of a federal wiretap, multiple kilos of meth were trafficked from Atlanta up into […]
SCASD has new cell phone guidelines for middle and high school students
When State College Area School District's middle and high school students head back to school next week, they’ll need to turn their phones off or on silent, under new district guidelines aimed at keeping students focused on what’s happening in the classroom, heading off cyber-bullying during the school day and supporting academic integrity.
Settlement stalls, trial likely for former Penn State football players
University Park, PA (WJAC) — It was more than four years ago when a former Penn State football player accused other players of hazing and abuse. Now, a federal judge is saying it may be time to take this case to trial. That’s what federal judge Matthew Braun wrote...
Cambria County house deemed total loss, two firefighters injured
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple firefighters were injured after they responded to a house fire Friday in Cambria County. On Aug. 23, crews were called at 12:41 p.m. to Cushon Street in Conemaugh Township for a report of a house fire. According to Cover Hill Volunteer Fire Department Chief Bill Scherer, one firefighter was […]
Eagles continue to bring Penn State alums home, meaning Micah Parsons could be next
Micah Parsons has always secretly wanted to be on the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite what Cowboys fans say, the bread crumbs for an eventual Parsons to Philly move have been clearly laid out. Every time the Eagles make a big move, Parsons has something to say about it. And more often...
Johnstown man arrested with over $11k worth of drugs
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Johnstown man was arrested on Friday and was caught with over $11,000 worth of cocaine and methamphetamine, according to Cambria County District Attorney Greg Neugebauer. On Aug. 23, officers and agents from multiple Pennsylvania departments including the FBI executed a search warrant on a residence on the 400 block […]
Clothing chain looks for new locations after closing Harrisburg Mall store
A men’s apparel chain is looking to stay in the Harrisburg area. A DXL Big + Tall official told PennLive in an e-mail on Thursday that the retailer would like to stay in the local area and is actively pursuing potential new locations. This comes after DXL closed its...
DA: Shooter in custody following Acosta shooting
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — UPDATE |. District Attorney Molly Metzgar confirmed the shooter is in custody and there is no threat to the public. She also said there is an active investigation underway. ORIGINAL |. Troopers are on scene on the 100 block of 2nd Street in Acosta,...
Bedford County bridge memorializes local veterans
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Right off Salemville Road in South Woodbury Township, one bridge over Beaver Creek needed repairs. The bridge affected local farmers like Allen Detwiler, who had trouble doing his job because of the overpass. Detwiler wasn’t alone either, many farmers had the same troubles. “We have machinery that goes across this […]
PA Cyber Charter advisors, counselors authorize strike
(WTAJ) — Advisors and counselors employed by PA Cyber Charter have authorized a strike after contract negotiations between them and the school have failed for over two years. Following 750 days of bargaining, with a state mediator present for some sessions, members of the PA Cyber Academic Advisors and School Counselors Education Association (PACAASCEA), representing […]
Casey blames ‘scheming corporations’ for rising prices
(The Center Square) – The inflationary pressure squeezing taxpayers’ wallets comes from “scheming corporations," according to Pennsylvania U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. During a five-minute speech on the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, the three-term senator told the crowd that rising prices on food and other necessities boils down to corporate greed. “The corporations say your prices are up only because their costs are up,” Casey...
Pa. High School Football Report podcast: An interview with Aliquippa RB and Penn State recruit Tikey Hayes
Since the hosts are chatting about some of Pennsylvania’s best talent just hours before the 2024 season takes flight, a conversation with Aliquippa RB Tiqwai “Tikey” Hayes seems appropriate. Hayes dishes on the reasons behind his decision to choose Penn State, the current state of Quips’ football...
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