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Law enforcement endorsements split between Bob Casey and Dave McCormick
In the battle over law enforcement endorsements, Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate candidates have each picked up nods in recent months. Three-term Democratic incumbent Bob Casey received an endorsement from the Guardian Civic League – a group representing active and retired Black police officers – in Philadelphia Friday. Casey,...
Scammer to slammer: $2 million Central PA ringleader sentenced
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The mastermind behind a $2 million bank fraud scheme in central Pennsylvania will spend up to five years in state prison, Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced Friday, Aug. 30. Tyreese Lewis, 23, who led an organized ring that targeted residents and financial institutions, pleaded guilty to charges of corrupt organizations, […]
D9 W2 football: Clash of D9 Heavyweights as Redbank hosts Brockway; DuBois, Punxsy Meet in Key Early Season Game; Clearfield looks for 2-0 Start powered by Hunter’s Station Golf Club
Thirteen games involving District 9 teams include some compelling matchups as the season enters Week 2 with a Friday night slate only. Football previews on the YDL Sports Network are powered by Hunter’s Station Golf Club. Some games that catch the eye as potentially good matchups — Karns City...
Portage Ambulance Association announces board of directors positions
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Portage Area Ambulance Association announced it is looking to fill open positions on their board of directors. All three of the positions are open on the association’s board of directors. Two are available to residents of Portage Borough, Portage Township, Cassandra Borough, Wilmore Borough and Summerhill Township. However, the […]
Millheim works to recover from flooding, storm damage
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Millheim is working to recover from extensive flooding and damage from Thursday’s storm. According to one member of the borough council, in about an hour they saw over five inches of rain. A portion of North Street had to be closed due to the high water but has since reopened. […]
Ebensburg to flush hydrants, residents water to be affected
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Ebensburg Municipal Authority Water Department announced it will be flushing hydrants on Sept. 2 and 3. The hydrants will be flushed on Monday at 11 p.m. and on Tuesday at 7 a.m. During flushing, customers in the area may experience periods of low to no water pressure as well […]
James E Van Zandt VA Medical Center is doing their part to help veterans struggling with addiction
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — With National overdose awareness day this weekend, we have the Jennifer Murphy, Substance Abuse Treatment Coordinator at the James E Van Zandt VA medical center here to talk about how they are helping veterans and their families navigate the complex topic of overdose awareness. Veterans...
Tyrone Police Department searching for missing man
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Tyrone Borough Police Department is looking for the public’s help to find a missing man. Police are looking for 47-year-old Timothy Ewing. He was last seen on Saturday, Aug. 24 at 2 a.m. Ewing is considered an endangered individual and photos of him can be found below. Anyone with […]
Historic Nittany Lion Inn reopening after 16 months of renovations
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A historic hotel in State College is preparing to open its doors once again after closing in 2020. The Nittany Lion Inn closed to the public in 2020 when it was used for temporary student housing. After being purchased in 2021, the hotel had extensive renovations completed over the last […]
Football to Open 2024 Season at Dayton
LORETTO, Pa. – — Saint Francis University football is set to kick off the 2024 season on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 12 p.m. at Dayton. Quarterback Nick Whitfield Jr. made five appearances with two starts in 2023 and went 34-of-54 with 438 passing yards, four touchdowns and one interception. Adrian Mejia leads returning wide receivers with 14 catches and 138 yards last season that all came in the final three games. Jayden Ivory follows with seven catches for 118 yards in seven games. Saint Francis does not return any rushers with over 50 yards last season and will look to replace the production with DeMarcus McElroy and Markell Holman atop the depth chart. The offensive line returns Preseason All-NEC selection Mason Imbt and is set to feature four new starters.
Gas prices could drop to 6-month low this holiday weekend
As drivers head out to enjoy the Labor Day weekend, gas prices nationally are expected to drop to their lowest point in six months, and 50 cents less than they were a year ago. The average price nationally for a gallon of regular is expected to be $3.27 on Labor...
Jewish family can have anti-hate yard signs after neighbor used slur, court says
A Jewish family had the free-speech right to blanket their yard with signs decrying hate and racism after their next-door neighbor hurled an antisemitic slur at them during a property dispute 10 years ago, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled. The court decided Simon and Toby Galapo were exercising their...
WAS IT YOU? Scotland convenience store sold $2.68 million jackpot winner on Thursday!
30 August 2024- A jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Match 6 Lotto ticket worth $2,680,000 from the Thursday, August 29 drawing was sold in Franklin County. The ticket correctly matched all six winning numbers, 6-8-16-20-30-39, to win the $2,680,000 jackpot prize, less applicable withholding. Corner Convenience & Smoke Store, 3815 Scotland Main St., Chambersburg, will earn a $10,000 bonus for selling the big winning ticket.
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