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Drugs taken from downtown Indiana Rite Aid
Indiana Borough Police Department has released more information about Monday night's robbery of drugs from Rite Aid along Philadelphia and Fourth streets in downtown Indiana. "After the robbery," Indiana Police Chief Justin Schawl said in a Tuesday afternoon update, "the suspects ran on foot into the 300 block of Water Street heading toward the intersection of Third and Water Street. Evidence suggests a vehicle transported at least one, if not all three, suspects out of Indiana Borough eastbound on Philadelphia Street."
POLICE RELEASE UPDATE, PICTURES OF SUSPECTS IN RITE AID PHARMACY THEFT
Indiana Borough Police are offering more information on the theft of some drugs from the Rite Aid Pharmacy on Monday. Police say that criminal investigators are working with Rite Aid’s asset protection officers and the District Attorney’s office in pursing any leads, while residents in the area have been reviewing external camera footage. Police say that after going into the Rite Aid Monday night and taking some controlled substances, the three suspects ran on foot to the 300 block of Water street heading towards the intersection of 3rd and Water. Evidence suggests that a vehicle transported at least one if not all three suspects out of Indiana Borough heading East on Philadelphia Street.
Violent Shooting Shakes Ocean County Community
The Ocean County community has been shaken following a violent incident that occurred on Larsen Road in Jackson Township. The attack, which took place on the morning of June 27, has led to serious charges against Michael J. Vulpis, a 26-year-old resident of Freehold Borough. Details of the Incident. At...
How to watch today's Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics WNBA game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
What to know about how to watch the WNBA matchup between the Indiana Fever and the Washington Mystics. The Indiana Fever host the Washington Mystics in a thrilling WNBA matchup to extend their winning streak to five games at home on July 10, 2024, at 12:00 pm ET. The Fever...
Altoona man charged with felony DUI
An Altoona man is facing three third-degree felony charges for driving under the influence. Lukas Gene Waite, 34, has also been charged with three ungraded misdemeanors relating to drug and paraphernalia possession, as well as two summary traffic offenses, stemming from a March 31 traffic stop at the intersection of Rutters Drive and Lincoln Highway.
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL TASTE AND TOUR IN DOWNTOWN INDIANA
Food fans and supporters of Downtown Indiana were out Thursday night to sample the best of what the town’s food scene had to offer. Last night was the annual Taste and Tour and Sam Kenly with Downtown Indiana said that there were 23 vendors in 21 locations throughout the business district. Kenly added that this remains one of the popular events in Downtown Indiana’s Schedule.
INDIANA SOFTBALL ALL-STARS WIN BIG ON THURSDAY
The ICM 12U all-star team advanced to Friday’s quarterfinal round of the state little league tournament with a 1-0 win over Titusville yesterday. Ella Worthington and Reese Mahaffey threw a combined no-hitter with 16 total strikeouts. Paisley Wolff scored the lone run of the game after scoring on a sac fly by Aunika Brooks.
PAST AND PRESENT IUP STARS GEARING UP FOR EXHIBITION GAME
IUP basketball fans will be able to see some of their former favorite players in action one final time this Sunday as they will star in an exhibition game at the Memorial Field House. Former IUP guard Dante Lombardi will coach against his dad, IUP men’s coach Joe Lombardi, in...
You can now get beer delivered from Sheetz in Pennsylvania
Editor’s Note: This story has been changed to reflect that Sheetz is only offering beer delivery, not beer and wine as erroneously reported in their original news release. ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Ever run out of beer during a cookout with friends and family? Sheetz has you covered with new beer delivery in Pennsylvania. Sheetz […]
Mystics vs. Fever WNBA prediction: Caitlin Clark projected for another huge game for today’s Camp Day clash in Indiana (7/10)
The Washington Mystics will square off with the Indiana Fever in a WNBA matchup at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, scheduled to commence at 12 p.m. ET. Five games of WNBA are taking place today, with our WNBA Camp Day predictions headlined by this huge matchup featuring number one pick Caitlin Clark.
Man unlawfully residing in PA sentenced for narcotics trafficking, illegal firearm possession
(WJET/WFXP) – A Saint Martin citizen who was unlawfully residing in Pennsylvania was sentenced on narcotics trafficking and illegal firearm possession charges. On Monday, July 8, Hector Concepcion, a 35-year-old Saint Martin man who was living illegally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to serve a five-year prison sentence followed by five years of supervised release. […]
MARY ANN BRITSKY, 90
Mary Ann Britsky, 90, of Clymer, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at her home with her family by her side. She was born October 18, 1933 to Nicholas and Elizabeth (Kostichak) Charney in Barnsboro. Mary Ann was an active, lifetime member of St. Anne Byzantine Catholic Church, Clymer....
CHEN STRIKES OUT SEVEN AS CURVE BEAT BAYSOX
Po-Yu Chen posted another quality start for Altoona last night, striking out seven Bowie hitters in seven innings of four-hit ball as the Curve beat the Baysox, 4-1. Chen blanked Bowie through six before allowing a run in the seventh. Carter Bins tied the game with a single in the...
CHARGES WITHDRAWN AGAINST HOME IMPROVEMENT OWNER
Charges were withdrawn at the district court level against a home improvement owner for failing to provide services. State police had filed charges against 41-year-old William Luzier of Clymer, the owner of Luzier’s Property Maintenance, for an incident in December. He was accused of accepting money from a man in Graceton for home improvement service that was allegedly not completed in a timely manner.
Indiana Basketball Returner Focus: Senior Guard Trey Galloway
The Indiana basketball program is going to look a whole lot different with many new faces coming in this season however, they will bring back a very strong returning core from a season ago. While there are many new faces to the program, the Hoosiers will return six players with...
Eastern Ohio Severe Weather Alert: Isolated Tornadoes, Damaging Winds Possible Today
Cleveland, OH – Eastern Ohio is facing severe weather this afternoon, with potential isolated tornadoes and damaging winds threatening the area. According to the US National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, the severe weather risk is conditional but could materialize between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. northeast of Butler and Indiana, Pennsylvania. Key actions include monitoring forecasts and ensuring you can receive weather warnings.
Bednar taking rehab ‘one day at a time,’ Borucki ready to return to Pittsburgh
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) – Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar and reliever Ryan Borucki made their first rehab assignment appearances for the Altoona Curve on Tuesday. Both played an instrumental role on holding on to the Curve’s 4-0 win over the Bowie Baysox. Borucki inherited a runner on third base when he came into the game […]
Former New London counselor sentenced Tuesday for health care fraud, kickback offenses
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A Pennsylvania resident who previously lived in East Lyme was sentenced on Tuesday in Bridgeport for health care fraud and kickback offenses, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Jeffrey Slocum, 56, of Johnstown, Pa., was a Licensed Professional Counselor...
The Law and You: Selling your mother’s house when she has dementia
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Penn State student first to receive scholarship honoring veterans' legacy
Penn State student Elizabeth Bruner became the first person to receive a new scholarship through Veteran Community Initiatives and the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies Tuesday evening. Officials said Bruner beat out dozens of other applicants to win the award. “It’s truly an honor to be the recipient of this...
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