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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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
Montoursville quietly marks 28th anniversary of TWA Flight 800 tragedy
MONTOURSVILLE — Around noon every July 17 Charles F. Grimm visits the Montoursville Memorial Gardens. There he sits on a bench for a while and then goes to what is known as the “angel” monument where he touches the etched name of his daughter Julia. It is...
World War II monument in Mifflinburg undergoes more projects, thanks to excess in community donations
MIFFLINBURG, Pa. — The Union County World War II Honor Roll at the Mifflinburg Community Park recently underwent a restoration project. The monument lists the names of the 2,260 people from Union County who served in the war. When Newswatch 16 showed the monument last December, it was in need of repairs. After the story aired, many of you sent in donations. Bronze work for the monument was finished in May.
Fatal Crash On PA Rt 322: Police
A fatal crash outside a hospital closed PA Route 322 for several hours on Friday morning, July 19, Derry Township Police announced in a release. The deadly crash happened in the 800 block of East Governor Road/PA Rt 322 around 3:30 a.m., according to the police. The area is along the same…
Annual book sale benefits Pennsylvania library
UNION COUNTY, Pa. — Anne Griffin is on the hunt for books for her bookshelf. and for her free little children's library. Griffin comes to the Public Library for Union County's annual book sale every year. "I love books, I love reading books to my kids—they're grown now, I...
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...
Penn State Board of Trustees sued by one of its members
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State’s Board of Trustees is facing a lawsuit from one of its own members after allegedly refusing to give access to important information. Trustee Barry Fenchak filed the suit Tuesday, June 16, after repeatedly asking about Penn State’s use of the endowment money since “June of 2022.” In the […]
Autism spectrum driving card in Northumberland
NORTHUMBERLAND, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Northumberland police have initiated a blue envelope program for drivers on the autism spectrum. The Northumberland Police Department has initiated a blue envelope program where drivers on the autism spectrum can place their vehicle registration, insurance card, driver’s license, and emergency contact information. Police say the envelope has instructions on […]
PA Wilds Center launches Artisan Collective program for regional artists
Kane, Pa. — As part of its endorsement of rural artistry, the PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship has created an investment program for visual artists and graphic designers in the Pa. Wilds region to help scale up their businesses. The new program will run through December 2024. The program will invest in rural artists to help them develop and bring to market new PA Wilds branded products to meet growing...
Thousands of Pa. prisoners endure summer heat without air conditioning
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. Harrisburg, Pa. — As extreme heat stifles Pennsylvania for a fourth week, thousands of people incarcerated in state prisons have little opportunity for relief because more than a third of the facilities lack universal air conditioning. Of the 24...
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