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POLICE: 7 dogs found in unlivable conditions with scars from fighting
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A South Fork woman is facing charges after seven dogs were found in a deplorable home with scars from fighting. Kathleen Gaunt, 51, is facing cruelty to animal charges after police were called to a home on Grant Street after neighbors reported that they were worried for the dog’s safety, […]
Northern Cambria residents debate sewer line changes at borough meeting
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Dozens of voices were heard Monday night at a Cambria County borough meeting. Northern Cambria Borough held a public comment meeting to discuss changes with the area’s sewer lines. Officials say they’re planning to potentially replace and test the lines throughout the entire...
New stores to open in former Kmart location in Altoona
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — A couple of new stores are coming to the former Kmart building in Altoona along Plank Road. Since Kmart closed the building was purchased by Rural King who has plans to open a new location. They also have gotten a permit to transform the right side of the building into a […]
Sportsbeat Top 10: Bishop Guilfoyle OL Joe Eckenrode
ALTOONA (WTAJ) — Few high school players get to experience the thrill of a state title. It’s a select group that truly understands the work it takes to improve every day and rise above every other team. This latest Sportsbeat Top 10 athlete Joe Eckenrode is one of the few. “He still talks about his […]
Red Cross hosts annual 'Blood Blitz' blood drive in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The American Red Cross conducted its largest Blair County blood drive Tuesday at the Altoona Junior High gymnasium. Organizers say the goal is to collect 180 units of blood. Officials say summer presents the time of greatest need for blood transfusions, but it also...
Penn State 2026 prospect Elijah Satchell discusses MVP performance at Big Man Challenge, potential fit with program
Football is a game of size. So, when checking prospects at Penn State's summer camps, it's normal to start with whichever players literally stand out from the crowd. That's doubly true when evaluating offensive and defensive linemen, such as the ones at Penn State's final Big Man camp on June 21 last month. Our story today starts with a four-star offensive lineman in 2026, Tyler Merrill. At 6-5 319 pounds, even if he wasn't already near the top of Penn State's offensive lineman board, he would be the moment he stepped onto campus the first time. We spent the better part of that camp following Merrill to see how he was progressing in his high school development. But something interesting happened once the camp concluded with one-on-one pass-rushing drills. He began to struggle against a smaller, more unassuming defensive end. Here's where we first meet New Jersey pass rusher Elijah Satchell. The post Penn State 2026 prospect Elijah Satchell discusses MVP performance at Big Man Challenge, potential fit with program appeared first on On3.
In Andy Kotelnicky, Penn State Hopes To Go Back To Explosion
Bee One Gee news, your inbox. Every Friday. Tuesday was more of a quiet day for us. We visited “El Malecon,” an area of Santo Domingo that that sees a road going parallel to the shore. Part of it is nature, part of its is a downtown-like attraction with plenty of activities. The children enjoyed the carnival area. ~misdreavus79.
Parkland’s Dawkins ready to handle bigger role with slimmer build on Penn State football’s O-line
Nick Dawkins will have a critical role for the Penn State football team this fall. And he’ll be shouldering those responsibilities with a thinner build. Dawkins, a Parkland High School graduate, is on track to be the Nittany Lions’ starting center when they kick off the season Aug. 31 at West Virginia. To prepare for those duties in the system of new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, the offensive lineman lost 15 pounds.
Blair Media Blood Blitz: Jack gives donation on LIVE TV
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The 36th Annual Blair Media Blood Blitz is back on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. This is one of the largest blood drives in the county, and the event runs until 6 p.m. at the Altoona Junior High Field House. Walk ins are welcome, and everyone is encouraged to donate if you can. Our very own Jack McCune was out live on location giving a donation and learning more about the process of what it takes to donate.
Penn State University Warning Students And Community Of Assaults
Penn State University police are warning students and the community of a reported sexual misconduct. Investigators say the victim reported the incident Monday Evening after it occurred earlier in the day. They say the student reported an unknown person entered their residence hall uninvited and sexually assaulted them. Campus police...
Virginia wide reciever Ben Whitver set to return to State College next week
Penn State will welcome one of Virginia’s up-and-coming 2026 receivers to campus next Friday, July 26, in Powhatan native Ben Whitver. If that town sounds familiar, it’s because Whitver is currently a teammate of the future Nittany Lion tight end and 2025 prospect Matt Henderson. Henderson’s father, Mike, also happens to be Whitver’s head coach. […] The post Virginia wide reciever Ben Whitver set to return to State College next week appeared first on On3.
2 Penn State wrestling commits compete for titles today at Fargo: Newsstand
Penn State news, notes, and updates for July 17 include a Days 1 and 2 recap of the men's freestyle wrestling tournament at Fargo. The post 2 Penn State wrestling commits compete for titles today at Fargo: Newsstand appeared first on On3.
High temperatures complicate a hay fire in Wilson County
WILSON COUNTY, Kan - On Monday afternoon, July 15, county units responded to a hay baler and hay meadow fire North West of Altoona. First arriving units were faced with thick windrows of hay and excessive heat which required the request for additional units.
Police: Infant left in hot car, Altoona woman faces charges
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — After allegedly leaving a 4-month-old in a vehicle while grocery shopping, a Blair County woman is facing felony charges. Jade Diggs, 40, was charged after police were called to a residence on the 5000th block of Oak Avenue in Altoona. Police were informed that there was a 4-month-old infant that […]
Harrisburg RB, Penn State recruit Messiah Mickens talks Micah Parsons youth camp
HARRISBURG — A unique pipeline is forming in Pennsylvania’s capital city. Micah Parsons is the architect. The three-time Pro-Bowler was once a standout for Harrisburg’s football team before piecing together a stellar career at Penn State, all en route to becoming the face of the Dallas Cowboys. Three stops to glory while being recognized as one of the best to ever do it.
IST faculty member Hong Hu receives 2024 NSF CAREER Award
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Hong Hu, assistant professor in the Penn State College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST), earned a five-year, $654,681 U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Early Career Development (CAREER) Award for a project titled, “Enhancing Practical Defense Mechanisms Against Memory Errors and Attacks.”. Q: What...
Altoona hospice patient surprised by old friend, San Francisco 49ers player
Above is related video footage of Kevin Givens preparing for the 2023 Super Bowl. BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A patient at Pinnacle Catholic Hospice Care received a special surprise visit over the weekend. Sammy, a patient at the hospice care center and a former Altoona football coach, was surprised with a visit from Kevin […]
SCASD Board approves geotechnical exploration of proposed middle school site
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — The State College Area School District Board of Directors unanimously approved a geotechnical exploration for its new middle school location. The exploration is for the new Park Forest Middle School, with Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates as the architectural firm leading the project. The firm will explore the proposed site, which […]
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