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Delaware County in Top 100 Best Counties to Live in Nation, 4th in PA
Delaware County is one of the best counties to live in Pennsylvania as well as one of the top 100 in the nation, according to a new report by Niche. To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities.
Perry Wellington 4.5 – TGIF: Strawberry Margarita
George is showing the crew how to make a strawberry margarita. Watch the video learn more. Welcome to this charming single-story brick home, your private oasis! Situated on over an acre of land, this residence boasts 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Highlights include a unique brick fireplace, 36′ gas cooktop, double wall oven, oak hardwood floors, and an open-concept kitchen! The expansive outdoor space is truly a must-see, including a 12X17 shed with electricity! Additionally, the full basement offers the potential for additional living space. The home is also equipped with a central vacuum system, a whole-house humidifier system, and a smart garage door opener!
Pennsylvania firework laws and safety tips to keep you and your family safe during the Fourth
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– Official shows and individuals alike will light up the skies with fireworks across Pennsylvania tonight, and officials are urging everyone to follow state laws. While the holiday is a fantastic time to celebrate independence with family and friends, it’s important to remember Pennsylvania fireworks laws to keep people safe. According to the […]
Clearfield County looking to bring whitewater park to the area
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – A new feature to the Susquehanna River is in the works in Clearfield County. Two whitewater paddling parks are in the early planning stage to help restore the low head dams in Curwensville and Clearfield. The Raftmans Dam in Clearfield is going to be restored, and the Pee Wee’s Nest […]
Johnstown Symphony Orchestra celebrates Fourth of July with patriotic performance
EBENSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Dozens gathered Thursday at the Penn Eben Park in Ebensburg to listen to a patriotic performance by the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet. The repertoire included many well known classics such as “God Bless America” and “You’re a Grand Old Flag” as well as the Armed Forces Medley to honor those […]
Report: Former DuBois resident charged in Texas in death of 4-year-old boy
A former resident of Clearfield County has reportedly been charged with murder in the death of a 4-year-old boy in Amarillo, Texas. According to our sister station KVII, Brady Burkett, 29, was arrested on the Fourth of July for his role in the 2022 death of Wesson Grist. Authorities say...
Fireworks set for July 6 in Indian Lake
Local holiday events for today are: A fireworks display is scheduled to start around 9 p.m. July 6 in Indian Lake Borough. This article originally appeared on The Daily American: Fireworks set for July 6 in Indian Lake
Centre County Sheetz to close for rebuild
Bellefonte, Pa. — A Sheetz store in Centre County will close this weekend for several months for a complete rebuild. The Bellefonte Sheetz store at 2850 Benner Pike will close its doors on July 7 in preparation for the project. Nick Ruffner, spokesperson for Sheetz, said the employees will be offered positions at other nearby locations. "When it reopens in December, the new building will be 6,139 sq. ft. with...
Scott Tady: Boom was a blast; now comes Pittsburgh's best music fest
That's the next Boom on The Bridge concert in Beaver County. Visit Beaver County has already confirmed the return next year of a Veterans Memorial Bridge concert coinciding with the Beaver County Boom! fireworks extravaganza. I thought last Saturday's Boom on The Bridge went well, starring national country artist Chris...
Buffalo Wild Wings Seeking Liquor License Transfer for Downtown State College Location
Seven years after scrapping plans for a location in Ferguson Township, Buffalo Wild Wings may finally be coming to the Centre Region. The national restaurant chain has applied for a liquor license transfer to The Maxxen building, 131 Hiester Street in downtown State College, according to the agenda for Monday's borough council work session. The liquor license would be acquired and transferred from the former Don Patron Mexican Grill, which closed its restaurant at 1653 N. Atherton St. in Patton Township in 2017 and has held the license in safekeeping. Buffalo Wild Wings public relations did not immediately respond to a request...
DA denies appeal claims filed by State College man convicted of killing roommate in 1980
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Attorneys are back in court, fighting to get a new trial for a State College man convicted of killing his roommate over four decades ago. Subramanyam Vedam has been jailed in a state prison for over forty years, accused of shooting Thomas Kinser to death in 1980.
Fire damages apartment near Centre County courthouse
BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WTAJ) — First responders were on-scene of a fire at an apartment building along the 100 block of East High Street in Bellefonte near the Centre County courthouse Friday afternoon. According to Malachi Moyer, Assistant Chief for the Undine Fire Company, the call was placed for a smoking outlet. When crews arrived on […]
Freedom Ride returns to Tyrone with nearly 500 riders
TYRONE, Pa. (WTAJ) – Freedom Ride USA returned to Tyrone on Thursday, this time with more participants than ever. The Freedom Ride is an annual event meant to raise money for veterans on Independence Day. “It’s just the time to celebrate our country and celebrate the people who served to help protect it,” Sean Riggle, […]
Couple Looking to Buy Home Ends Up Owning Whole Town in Pennsylvania
Riverstone Estate, Foxburg, Pa., the initial purchase that ended up placing ownership of much of the town with a Cleveland couple. When Cleaveland couple Saji Daniel and Shannon McGauley got an invitation in October 2020 from their neighbor, Dr. Lou Keppler, to visit Foxburg, Pa., they thought it would just be a nice daily escape from the city. Katherine Clarke, in The Wall Street Journal, chronicled how it lead to a real-estate buying spree.
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