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NOAA seeks advisory council for proposed marine sanctuary in Pa. portion of Lake Erie
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is seeking people to give advice about a proposed national marine sanctuary in Lake Erie adjacent to Erie County. The council would include representatives from various user groups, such as fishing, diving, economic development, education, maritime heritage and the public at large. Known as a pre-designation Sanctuary Advisory Council, it would provide recommendations to NOAA on the proposed designation and operation of the Lake Erie National Marine Sanctuary. Council members would also act as liaisons to their communities, according to NOAA.
'It's a long time coming': An inside look into the most decorated amateur boxing gym in all of Pennsylvania
LANCASTER, Pa. — A Central Pennsylvania boxing gym is putting Lancaster on top of the national boxing stage, all through passion, a sense of family and a drive to be great. Lancaster City Boxing Academy is tucked away on a downtown side street, and with only a sign denoting its presence, it can be easily missed if you're not paying attention.
New electric vehicle fee coming to Pennsylvania
The Center Square — Come 2025, electric vehicle drivers will pay an annual registration fee in Pennsylvania. The legislation headed to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s desk will charge owners of battery-powered and plug-in hybrid vehicles $200 next year, the first of an incremental scale that will reach $286 in 2030. Prime sponsor Sen. Greg Rothman, R-Shippensburg, said the fee will help maintain Pennsylvania’s roads and bridges – some of the worst-rated...
U.S. Senator John Fetterman, Government Officials Make Appearance at Vigil for Pauly Likens
Signs of Pauly Likens along Stambaugh Avenue gently blew in the breeze on Saturday night in Sharon, Pa. The Sharon community, friends and family, allies and government officials gave speeches, calls to action and words of encouragement. U.S. Senator John Fetterman also gave remarks during the event. "I would just...
'U a rat:' Johnstown man sent threats to woman he abducted, held captive, police say
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A Johnstown man is back behind bars, this time in Blair County, after police say he reportedly sent thousands of threatening messages to a woman who he previously abducted and held captive. Authorities say Robert Stevenson-Watts, now age 34, was originally arrested in 2020...
CSA accepting entries for annual goose hunt drawing
Waterfowl-licensed hunters can now apply for the annual goose/duck hunt blind drawing at the Quemahoning Reservoir, according to Rick Ames, operations manager for the Cambria-Somerset Authority, which owns the reservoir. Applications will be accepted throughout July, and there is no fee to apply. Those who want to enter the drawing...
Altoona man accused of providing drugs that led to overdose
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Police in the Altoona area arrested a man Monday they said provided drugs that led to another individual’s overdose. On Monday, the Altoona and Logan Township police, along with the Blair County Drug Task Force began investigating an overdose of a man on the 3200 block of Lynnwood Drive. Police arrived […]
Penn State to host Washington in the White Out, UCLA for Stripe Out
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WHTM) – The Penn State Nittany Lions will host Washington for the White Out on November 9. This will be the first time Penn State will face Washington as a Big 10 opponent after the Huskies left the PAC-12. The time of the White Out is to be determined. Historically Penn State […]
Girl Scout opens community dog park | On the Bright Side
ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. — An Adams County Girl Scout recently opened up a dog park in her community. It's helping meet a need for the area's four-legged friends. "This is just a place for dogs to run around, and the community really loves it," Greta Haley said. Four-legged friends...
Multiple counties in Central PA announce extended senior center hours to help keep older residents cool
LANCASTER, Pa. — As the temperatures continue to soar on Monday, several area senior centers are offering extended hours to help keep Central Pennsylvania seniors cool. The Lancaster County Office of Aging announced that eight senior centers across the county will offer extended hours, while the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging said it will open three of its locations longer on Monday and Tuesday to help its seniors escape the heat.
Serena Williams to headline 40th PA Chamber Annual Dinner in Hershey
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) – The greatest tennis champion of all time Serena Williams will serve as the keynote speaker at the 40th PA Chamber Annual Dinner on October 7 at the Hershey Lodge. A four-time Olympic gold medal winner, Williams was named the Associated Press’ Female Athlete of the Decade for the 2010s. She’s also […]
McKenzie “Wink” Winklbauer Graduates from DCFD Recruit Class 407
McKenzie Winklbauer, known affectionately as “Wink,” celebrated a significant milestone this past Friday as he graduated from the D.C. Fire Department (DCFD) Recruit Class 407. Winklbauer is set to join Engine Co. 19, known as the “Southeast Soldiers,” following his graduation. Winklbauer has a long history...
Philadelphia, PA, TV news anchor Mike Jerrick shares cancer diagnosis
If you're a fan of Mike Jerrick, one of the hosts of FOX 29's Good Day Philadelphia morning show, you might have been wondering where's he's been lately. Jerrick just revealed he's been battling cancer. Jerrick returned to the airwaves Monday to let viewers know that he did not get...
Report: Aliquippa HC Mike Warfield Taking Leave of Absence
Aliquippa football will allegedly enter the 2024 season with a new coach at the helm for the first time in quite some time. Quips head coach Mike Warfield is taking a leave of absence due to personal reasons and assistant Vashawn Patrick is expected to take over in the interim, according to a report by The W.P.I.A.L Edition.
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