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No. 4 Penn State knocks off No. 8 Texas Tech in season opener
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa (WTAJ) — No. 4 Penn State opened its season up with a huge bang defeating No. 8 Texas Tech 4-0 in women’s soccer. The Nittany Lions dominated in the first half and opened the scoring in the sixth minute on a goal from Jordan Fusco. 10 minutes after that Fusco was back […]
ESPN FPI projections for every game on Penn State football's 2024 schedule
What are Penn State football's chances of going 12-0 during the 2024 regular season?. Penn State landed at No. 6 when ESPN released its preseason College Football Power Index last month. The ESPN metrics predict the Nittany Lions will win 10.1 games and lose 2.3, but a closer look at the details reveals that PSU projects as one of the few teams with a realistic shot at running the table.
Penn State to play in hockey doubleheader at Wrigley Field after Winter Classic
CHICAGO (AP) — Wrigley Field will host two college hockey doubleheaders in January after the NHL’s Winter Classic is played there, the Big Ten and Chicago Cubs announced Thursday. “The Frozen Confines: Big Ten Hockey Series” will feature three men’s games and one women’s game. The Chicago Blackhawks...
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.
Police: 3-hour standoff in Altoona resulted in two men being charged
UPDATE: ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona Police Department announced that they are looking to identify the group of young men that McCloskey and Colyer allegedly shot at. The indivduals pictured below are considered “persons of interest” by APD in the shooting investigation. If anyone knows the identity of any of the individuals, they are […]
Police activity reported on 3rd Avenue in Altoona
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple officers were called Thursday night to a 3rd Avenue building in Altoona. Officers from the Altoona Police Department and Logan Township were called to the 1300 block of 3rd Avenue. While details are limited at the time, a WTAJ crew member on scene reported that officers were using a loudspeaker […]
Memorial run to benefit scholarships, suicide prevention in Tyrone
NOTE: This article discusses sensitive topics such as suicide. Reader discretion is advised. TYRONE, Pa. (WTAJ) — An annual memorial run in Tyrone is working to raise money for student scholarships and to support suicide prevention initiatives within the Tyrone Area School. The 5th Annual Adam Zook Memorial Run will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28 […]
Penn Highlands opens new location, first in Centre County
BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn Highlands Community College has officially opened its latest location, and it is their first in Centre County. Located on the second floor of the Match Factory in Bellefonte, the new facility features three classrooms, a computer lab, faculty offices and a student lounge. Getting to Centre County was a plan […]
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.
Viral post begs for info on missing dad Brian Posch – but officials warn it’s a sick scam months after he was found dead
POLICE have warned the public about a viral scam urging people to look for a missing Pennsylvania man. Brian Posch, 36, went missing on April 5, 2024, but was found dead inside his truck, submerged in a river four days later. A viral social media post claims Posch is still missing, though he was found […]
'A very funny movie:' Locals flock to theaters for premiere of Slap Shot
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — In this week’s anniversary segment, we take a look at when Hollywood came to town. We’ve shown you coverage of the filming of the movie Slap Shot when it happened in Johnstown, now, we look at the buzz when the film was released.
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...
Date Announced for Morris Township's Annual Trunk or Treat and Halloween Movie
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Township of Morris will be hosting their annual Trunk or Treat and Halloween Movie on October 26! The Trunk or Treat will take place from 4pm - 6pm at Dwyer Lane followed by the Halloween Movie -Transylvania at Ginty Field at dusk.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Register on community pass at www://register.communitypass.net/morristownship For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Kid rushed to hospital after tree fell on them in Clearfield County
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A child was rushed to the hospital after a tree reportedly fell on them in Clearfield County. First responders were called to the 2500 block of Keewwaydin Road (State Route 1011) in Frenchville Thursday morning. According to a fire chief at the scene, an 11-year-old is in stable condition and […]
Pennsylvania Lottery ticket sold in Carbon County hits $1M jackpot
MIDDLETOWN, Pa., -– A lucky Carbon County resident has recently hit the jackpot. A jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold for the Thursday, Aug. 15 drawing matched all five balls drawn, 1-7-9-23-40, to win $1 million less withholding. Friendly Food Mart II on Stock Street...
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