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$17K grant to save parish that survived 1889 Johnstown flood
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A $17,500 grant has been awarded to help repair the roof of a former parish rectory that survived the 1889 Johnstown Flood. The Steeples Project was awarded a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. The money will be used to repair the roof of the former rectory at […]
UPDATE: Johnstown armed bank robbery suspect arrested
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Police have arrested a man they say robbed a Johnstown bank in March. Police have identified Almaguer Servero, 41, as the suspect who robbed the First Commonwealth Bank along the 1000 block of Franklin Street on March 20, according to charges filed. Servero allegedly had a gun in his waistband as […]
Woman accused of burglary fooled police, then her fingerprints revealed everything
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa (WTAJ) — A duo was arrested and a woman had police and magistrates fooled over her identity until her fingerprints revealed she was not who she claimed to be. Kevin Todd Walter, 36, and Rebecca Theresa Cramer, 37, both of Johnstown, were arrested Friday afternoon, June 28 after state police were called […]
The Secret Life of Steve Ditko: Spider-Man Co-Creator’s Family Opens Up
Every year, when Uncle Steve went back home to Johnstown, Pennsylvania, from New York City, there was a strict rule: No one talks to him about work. He’s not here on business, his brother, Patrick, would tell the kids. Tom Hardy Releases the Beast in 'Venom: The Last Dance' Trailer The adults, at least, knew about his profession as a comic-book creator, but to his nieces and nephews, he was simply the funny uncle who scientifically manufactured bobalki balls, the traditional Slovak Christmas dish. “We were told not to pester him, so we didn’t,” his niece Joanna Opela tells Rolling Stone,...
Serendipity Ice Cream – “Spreading Love One Scoop at a Time!”
Serendipity Ice Cream is located in the Westmont section of Johnstown just across the street from Stackhouse Park. This charming little ice cream shop offers a full selection of Hershey’s hand-dipped ice cream, shakes, and floats. The shop features a pastel color palette, various seating options (inside and out), and an array of cozy neon signs.
Fire damages Cambria County gun club
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A gun club in Portage caught fire Monday as work was being done in the parking lot area of the building. Workers at Jamestown Rod and Gun Club say they had to close their doors today due to the flames coming up the side of the building.
Blighted buildings demolished in Cambria County
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Several blighted buildings in Cresson Township are being demolished, including an abandoned motel. The structures, located at 8191, 8193 & 8215 Admiral Peary Highway, are being demolished through a contract with Locher Demolition & Excavating, LLC. These are the final demolitions through the Act 152. Beginning March 1, 2017, the […]
Fourth Of July: Here's Where To See Holiday Fireworks In Montco
Here's an exhaustive list of fireworks shows planned across the region for the holiday weekend. FirstEnergy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave., Reading, will show fireworks July 4, 5 and 6 for the Fightin' Phils games. Tickets can be purchased on the team's website. Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, 600 Governor Drive, Shillington,...
$266 Million Investment: Philly Joy Bank Supports Expectant Mothers, While Pennsylvania Governor Introduces Housing Rebate Initiative
The Philly Joy Bank has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting expecting mothers in Philadelphia, particularly in the Nicetown-Tioga, Strawberry Mansion, and Cobbs Creek neighborhoods. According to The US Sun News, eligible mothers selected through a lottery system will receive $1,000 per month for 18 months, beginning from their second trimester and continuing until their child’s first birthday. This financial assistance is intended to empower mothers by giving them control over their spending to meet essential needs. Additionally, participants will receive supplementary benefits such as financial counseling, home visits, and support from doulas.
Bridge Tolls From New Jersey to PA Could Go Up 20%
When you think of how expensive everything else has gotten, it's somewhat amazing that the four bridges drivers use to cross from New Jersey to Pennsylvania haven't increased in price in 13 years. That may be about to change. DRPA Considers a 20% Toll Hike on Bridges Crossing the Delaware.
Local law enforcement can’t use radars, a police chief says that needs to change
PENNSYLVANIA. (WHTM) – Radar is used by local law enforcement in every other state except Pennsylvania. Hampden Township Police Chief Jason Yerg say it’s time for that to change. “Probably the number one complaint that we get as administrators of local law enforcement is speed enforcement through communities,” said Police Chief Jason Yerg. State Police […]
Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company sued by state attorney general
We have a follow to a News 8 On Your Side investigation we first brought you last week. A Pennsylvania-based extended warranty company is now being sued by the state attorney general for not honoring its warranties. Concord Auto Protect, based in King of Prussia, is at the center of...
As gun violence drops sharply in Pa., focus is on what’s working
The first four months of 2024 saw a 23% decrease in Pennsylvania gun homicides compared to last year, according to the Center for American Progress. Pennsylvania saw the second-largest decline in the country last year. Philadelphia experienced the largest gun violence decline of major American cities in the same period.
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