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$500 million going towards site development across NEPA
DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Governor Josh Shapiro (D) made a stop in Luzerne County Friday to highlight a major investment toward business expansion across the Keystone State. Friday morning, Governor Josh Shapiro joined local lawmakers and business leaders at Production Systems Automation Incorporated, a manufacturing company in Duryea, to discuss the newly signed bipartisan budget […]
Lieutenant Governor addresses mayors from across Pennsylvania on safety
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Mayors from across the Commonwealth gathered in Johnstown for the Pennsylvania State Mayor’s Association Annual Conference. Many of the speakers, including Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis focused on addressing safety concerns throughout the commonwealth and what steps the governor has taken to help. Legislators hope the new state budget, passed earlier in […]
Four photographers shot iconic images when gunfire rang out at Trump rally
When gunfire rang out at former President Donald Trump's rally Saturday in Pennsylvania, four photojournalists were there to capture the now-iconic images seared into America's collective memory. The Associated Press’ Evan Vucci took the photo of a defiant Trump pumping his fist into the air with an American flag flying...
CDC warns of listeria outbreak at delis, what to know
(WTAJ) — Meat slices sold at delis have been linked to a listeria outbreak affecting Pennsylvania and 11 other states. The CDC is alerting customers and delis on what they should do to stay safe from the outbreak, which has sent 28 to the hospital and killed two. Currently, New York has the most reported […]
Sisters among Team USA Olympic women's field hockey team packed with Pa. talent
Philadelphia has a new super team, the Team USA women's field hockey team competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics. They're the team to watch in Paris, packed with East Coast pride as the team features 12 women with ties to Pennsylvania and New Jersey, alone. This team's genuine area pride...
Somerset County volunteer fire companies vote to merge
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Two volunteer fire companies in Somerset County announced they are creating a new merged organization. Over the past year and a half, the Fridens Volunteer Fire Company said they’ve been working closely with the Somerset Vol. Fire Department in creating one merged organization. On Wednesday, July 17, members voted and […]
Brandon Huff wins for 2nd straight season in CRS Super Trucks feature at Jennerstown
JENNERSTOWN — For the second year in a row, Brandon Huff was triumphant in the CRS Super Trucks 50-lap race at Jennerstown Speedway. Huff passed Brad Copen for the lead 18 laps into the race and pulled away from the field ahead of the competition caution at the midway point. The first four cars...
Fairview Cemetery faces challenges, looks for solutions
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) – The Fairview Cemetery in Altoona has been around since the late 1870s, and now it is beginning to show its age with bumpy roads and overgrown grass. In 2023, John Closson, a local resident, visited the cemetery to see some deceased family members. Despite knowing their resting place, he ran into […]
Meet Carter and Abby, this week’s CVAS pets of the week
Meet Carter and Abby, this week’s CVAS pets of the week. These are just two of the amazing animals residing at area animal shelters. Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter has lots of adorable pets who are looking for forever homes. While Carter and Abby would like to meet you, check out all the other adorable animals available for adoption also. Go to this Animal Shelter link to see all their residents.
Police investigating alleged face and neck stabbing incident in Carlisle
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Carlisle Police are investigating a reported stabbing incident that occurred earlier today. According to the Carlisle Police Department, on July 20 at about 9:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Hanover Street for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, officers say they...
Delegation from Gettysburg’s Japanese Sister City visits Gettysburg
Officials from Gettysburg’s sister city, Sekigahara (seck-ee-GUH-hahr-uh), Japan, spent time this week visiting with officials from the National Park Service, Gettyburg Borough, and economic development and tourism agencies in a cultural exchange of ideas and programs. The team is working toward a World Battlefield Summit planned for late 2025...
Local actor shares memories of Bob Newhart, friend and colleague: ‘I loved the man’
Harrisburg resident William Sanderson was eager to share his memories of working with actor and comedian Bob Newhart, who died on July 18 at the age of 94. “Anything I can do for Bob,” Sanderson said. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
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