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Pa. woman shares insights on her 98-day hike across the Appalachian National Scenic Trail
A Pennsylvania woman had her two daughters drive her to Georgia and let her off on a trail. She willingly solo-hiked all the way back to the Keystone State, and then kept on going north into Maine. It was part of a Somerset County woman’s quest to hike all 2,197 miles of the...
Inside the rift that could define the future of Pennsylvania politics
John Fetterman was angry. The Democratic senator from Pennsylvania was readying to speak at a disaster response press conference in Bucks County on July 16, 2023, just hours after flooding in Upper Makefield that ultimately killed seven people. Local officials spoke for a few minutes to offer an initial update for the assembled press. Then, Gov. Josh Shapiro provided information on what his administration was doing to respond to the emergency.
Vance aims to revive support for Trump from veterans, seen as essential to victory
When Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) steps into one of the biggest VFW halls in Pennsylvania on Thursday, he won’t just be wooing members of the popular hang-out northeast of Pittsburgh where cornhole is one of the weekly featured events. The Marine Corps veteran will be symbolically reaching out to other vets throughout the country in […]
Elk County farmers discuss issues during legislative tour
ELK COUNTY (WTAJ) – On August 16, local farmers in Elk County met at The Winery at Wilcox to discuss some of the pending legislation that the Elk County Farm Bureau is following in Harrisburg and Washington. “This is where we invite all our local, county, state and federal representatives to and ag divisions within […]
2024-25 North Washington Rodeo Riding All Week Player Profile: Marina Hanes, DuBois Central Catholic
MARINA HANES – SENIOR – DUBOIS CENTRAL CATHOLIC. Sports Played: Basketball, Volleyball, and Softball. Siblings: Macey Hanes- Basketball, Track, Softball, and Volleyball; Ayden Hanes- Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, and Tennis; Andre Hanes- Golf. Social Media Handles: Instagram- marina.hanes; snapchat- marinahanes; twitter- marina_hanes. Highlights: Freshman Year (21-22)- Lettered in...
Brookville BBQ Bash: A Day of Family Fun, Delicious Food, and Live Entertainment
BROOKVILLE, Pa. — The Brookville Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the Brookville BBQ Bash, set to take place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds. This free family-friendly festival promises a day full of exciting activities, delicious food, and fantastic entertainment for all ages.
Police identify Tioga County man missing since flood: What we know
Authorities have released the identity of a Tioga County man who was still missing Friday after heavy rains triggered flooding in much of the region Aug. 9. Pennsylvania State Police at Mansfield identified the missing person as David Murdock, 66, of Knoxville. Murdock was last seen around 1:30 p.m. Aug. 9 on state Route...
Local couple donates Virgin Mary statue to Blair County church following vandalism
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — After an act of vandalism destroyed a sacred statue at a Blair County church, a local couple stepped up to replace it. A dedication was held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Altoona Thursday evening as they celebrated a new statue of the Virgin Mary being put into place.
Drive-Thru Coffee Shop Franchise Planning First Centre County Location
A growing chain of drive-thru coffee shops is planning a new location in the State College area. A franchisee of 7 Brew intends to open a store on a portion of the parking lot at the Hills Plaza on South Atherton Street in College Township, according to a sketch plan included the township planning commission's Aug. 20 meeting agenda. The 540-square-foot, prefabricated store would replace 48 parking spaces at 1919 S. Atherton St., the parking area near Ollie's and between Kish and First National banks. 7 Brew offers drive-thru service only with two lanes, Brian Evans, of Brew Team LLC, wrote in a...
Five Guys, Jersey Mike's Subs are nearing opening dates in Somerset
SOMERSET ― The second of three new restaurants coming to the borough is expected to open at the end of August. Five Guys, a hamburger and fries shop based in Washington, D.C., plans to open its doors on Aug. 30 at 1180 N. Center Ave. in Somerset, in front of Georgian Place, according...
Former Oxnard Resident Sentenced to 5 Years for Role in Cocaine Distribution Network Spanning from California to Pennsylvania
A 24-year-old former Oxnard, California resident has been handed a five-year prison sentence for his part in a multi-state cocaine distribution ring. Christopher Andrew Salgado, the man sentenced, was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
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