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Global outage hits Mount Nittany Health, appointments, surgeries canceled
UPDATE: Mount Nittany announced around 4:30 p.m. on Friday that their systems are back online. Additionally, they will be fully functional on Monday and are reaching out to patients to reschedule any canceled appointments. CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A global outage is causing issues for millions and Mount Nittany Health is one of the […]
Chaos and Heroism in Butler: A Closer Look at the Trump Rally Shooting Through Lock Haven ED Physician Dr. Jim Sweetland’s Eyes
LOCK HAVEN— Pennsylvania residents expected high temperatures in the forecast but an otherwise normal weekend on the horizon at the end of last week, however, most are still reeling after former President Donald Trump survived an attempted assassination on Saturday at a campaign rally held just over two and a half hours away from Lock Haven in Butler, PA. Not only are Pennsylvania residents shaken by the event, but the entire nation has also been deeply affected by the assassination attempt and the tragic loss of rally attendee Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old former fire chief from Pennsylvania who was also a regular churchgoer, father of two daughters, husband, and devoted Trump supporter.
Centre County groups to clean historical graves, looking for volunteers
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The nonprofit Roland Curtin Foundation and Altrusa International of Centre County are partnering to clean several historical grave markers and volunteers are invited to join. The cleaning, while still two years in advance, is part of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. As part of the […]
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis headlines annual state Mayors' Conference in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania, Austin Davis, visited Johnstown on Friday where he spoke at the Pennsylvania State Mayors' Association annual conference. Lt. Gov. Davis talked with us about the bipartisan budget for next year that Governor Josh Shapiro signed last week. He says the...
Penn State professor named to advisory board of National Smell and Taste Center
University Park, Pa. — A Penn State sensory expert has been appointed to the external scientific advisory board of the newly established National Smell and Taste Center at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). John Hayes, professor of food science and director of the Sensory Evaluation Center in the...
Jeff and Ann Marie Fox name Graduate School with $20 million commitment
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.—Penn State’s Graduate School, which enrolls more than 13,000 students across 300 degree programs, will now bear the names of leading philanthropists who have committed $20 million to its future success and strength. The Board of Trustees today unanimously approved the naming of the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School in recognition of the couple and the endowment they have created to provide support, in perpetuity, for graduate students and faculty and for initiatives that enhance the academic caliber of graduate education at the University. The gift is the largest in the Graduate School’s century-long history, and it is expected to accelerate Penn State’s rise as one of the world’s top destinations for students pursuing advanced study in their fields.
Public invited to WVIA News ‘Listening Tour’ at arts center studio
WVIA News is conducting a “Listening Tour” by visiting various communities and asking residents for input on what stories to cover. Community members are invited to visit the WVIA radio studio in the lobby of the Community Arts Center from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2. As space is limited, reservations are encouraged on the WVIA site.
Reed:MC 15-16 gets revenge over Media in 5-4 thriller
MILROY- The Mifflin. County 15-16 year old All-Star team closed the night off with a match up against Media Babe Ruth team. Mifflin County came from behind and took their opening contest in a thrilling 5-4 contest. “It was a great team win. These guys beat us 15-2 when we...
Local Roundup: Keys fall in second half opener
The Frederick Keys opened the second half of their season in a rather lackluster fashion, falling 8-4 to the league-leading Williamsport Crosscutters on the road Thursday. Frederick (15-18) rallied for three runs in the ninth inning on a two-run triple by Christian Jackson and an RBI single by Brody Fahr, but it was far too little to mount a serious rally after falling behind early.
Man Arrested for Indecent Exposure in Mahanoy City
A man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for an indecent exposure incident in Mahanoy City. According to court papers, David Roberts, 64, with a registered address of Jacksonville, FL, was charged with indecent exposure, open lewdness, and disorderly conduct by Mahanoy City Police Officer Hugh Clinton following an incident on July 14th, 2024.
Athletics announces 2024 Hall of Fame inductees
Penn College Athletics has announced its 2024 Hall of Fame class: Ned W. Baumbach III, Courtney L. Gernert and Taylor A. Krow. The trio will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at a ceremony set for 6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 27, during Wildcat Weekend. Baumbach, of Elizabethtown, was awarded...
Gamelin, Perrell Shine In Win
Williamsport, P.A. – Shortstop Levi Perrell drove in four runs, backing Shaun Gamelin’s strong start, as the Crosscutters defeated the Keys 8-4. Gamelin, who pitched for the Cutters in 2023, made his return to the Journey Bank Ballpark mound and picked up where he left off, striking out eight batters over six innings.
What happens to unclaimed Pennsylvania Lottery winnings?
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — A $100,000 Powerball ticket recently expired in Dauphin County. Somebody had the winning ticket but never cashed it in. So, what happens to that unclaimed money, and how often does this happen in Pennsylvania? This week is Lottery Week, but, every week, the Lottery cheers its winners. There have been close […]
DCED invests in training Pennsylvanians with disabilities
Harrisburg, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Dept. of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has announced a new $200,000 investment into the Community Integrated Services Manufacturing Accelerator Program, which trains Pennsylvanians with disabilities to work with local manufacturers. The Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career grant will fund program locations at Drexel University and the Community College of Philadelphia. Upon completion, participants will receive assistance in applying to jobs with local manufacturers, and once hired, will receive support as needed. ...
Farmers gain conservation, innovation funds in Pa. state budget
An injection of money into the Clean Streams Fund is one part of the recently passed state budget sparking optimism among local conservation and agricultural workers, while a new $10 million agricultural innovation fund is expected to open for proposals by next month. A recurring $50 million allocation will extend...
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