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Former Penn State QB, Trace McSorley, Trains with Allar and Grunkmeyer for NFL Comeback
Former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley returns to Happy Valley to train with current QBs Drew Allar and Ethan Grunkmeyer as he pursues his next NFL opportunity. McSorley continues to showcase his arm strength and accuracy for a potential NFL comeback. He signed a one-year deal with the New England...
Alpha Fire Company celebrates 125 years, honors legacy
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — State College’s Alpha Fire Company celebrated serving the community for 125 years Saturday. Members of the community had a chance to experience what firefighters do every day, such as praying the hose, taking a ride on the lift and sitting inside the trucks. Some items from the company’s history were […]
Where does Penn State hockey fit in the NIL/Transfer Portal era?
Penn State hockey has experienced success and disappointment in the decade-plus since moving up to the NCAA Division 1 level. The Nittany Lions won the Big Ten tournament championship in 2017, the Big Ten Regular season title in 2020, and qualified for the NCAA Tournament in 2017, 2018, and 2023. Yet a new era of college hockey with NIL and the transfer portal puts the future of the program in question.
DeLuca, teammates instruct young players at clinic
SCRANTON – The intensity of pre-season preparations is about to ramp up for the Penn State football team. First, special teams captain and linebacker Dominic DeLuca and seven teammates took a break July 13 to make their way to Riverfront Sports for the third annual Nittany Lion Summer Impact Football camp.
PITCHING PROPELS SCRAPPERS OVER STATE COLLEGE
NILES, Ohio (AP) — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers pitching staff tossed a gem, defeating State College 5-2 in the second game of a four-game series with the Spikes. Following a record-breaking attendance in the first game of the series, plenty of Scrapper Nation came out to support in game two as well.
EXCLUSIVE: Penn State a Finalist for 4-star Florida Wide Receiver
It seems like a redundant theme, but Penn State football is a finalist once again for a highly ranked 2025 wide receiver. Nittany Sports Now has some recruiting information on a 4-star recruit that the Penn State coaching staff has been pursuing for some time. Koby Howard spoke with NSN...
Unsettled start to the work week
Tonight, we will have a partly to mostly cloudy sky. Temperatures tonight will be in the upper 50s to mid 60s. Winds tonight will be light. A low-pressure system will move in Monday. This will bring us some scattered showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, we will have more clouds compared to sunshine. Temperatures will be in the upper 70s to lower 80s. Monday evening and Monday night, right now it looks like there could be a steadier rain before it tapers off overnight leaving a cloudy sky. Monday night temperatures will be in the mid to upper 60s.
What deals are available for first responders on 24/7 day?
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — To thank those who often work around the clock, July 24 is recognized as 24/7 Day and convenience stores around the country plan to give out free items to first responders. The National Association of Convenience Stores Foundation (NACS) started 24/7 Day six years ago and the annual event helps raise awareness and […]
Police respond to reports of fights breaking out at Ferndale Jubilee
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. — Emergency officials confirm that police responded to reports of several fights breaking out Saturday evening at the Ferndale Jubilee. While details are limited at this time, 911 dispatchers said they received a report from the Ferndale Police Department regarding the incident, which occurred Saturday evening around 10:45 p.m.
LanCATster Cat Café will allow customers to interact with adoptable cats
LANCASTER, Pa. — Susquehanna Valley cat lovers will soon have a purr-fect place to visit. The LanCATster Cat Café is expected to open this fall at 222 N. Duke St. Customers can enjoy coffee, tea and baked goods while interacting with adoptable cats from the Columbia Animal Shelter.
Historic Round Barn Farm Market Corn Fest
Join us for the annual Historic Round Barn Farm Market Corn Fest event that has been delighting guest for over 20 years on July 28. Once you bite into our roasted sweet corn (own grown) that is cooked over an apple wood fire, you'll be back year after year. You'll also be able to enjoy pulled pork, made with a secret family recipe, and chicken cooked to perfection. Chuck Darwin & The Knuckle Draggers will be joining us this year with a range of “roots music”: country, folks, blues, bluegrass, old-timey, string band, jug band boot-stomping music. We'll also have grilled peach sundaes, games and activities for all to enjoy.
Central Dauphin LHP Nate Payne inks deal with Miami Marlins
In the span of five weeks, Central Dauphin’s Nate Payne went from Mid-Penn Commonwealth Division MVP to All-State to professional baseball player. Payne, drafted in the 18th round by the Miami Marlins Tuesday, signed his pro contract with the big league club on Saturday. If you purchase a product...
PA Sprint Car Team Involved In Accident On Way To Port Royal Speedway
Members of the Zemco Racing Sprint Car team were involved in an accident on their way to Port Royal Speedway on Saturday afternoon. Zemco Racing, which currently fields Sprint Cars for driver Chase Dietz, was en route to the race track for Saturday night's racing event. Port Royal Speedway confirmed...
Keystone Pediatric Developmental Center Welcomes New Speech Language Pathologist
Keystone Pediatric Developmental Center, a service of Keystone Health, is excited to announce the addition of a new member to their team, Claire Jacobs, who joins as a Speech Language Pathologist. Claire brings with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field, aimed at enhancing the developmental services offered by the center.
11-Year Olds Continue Hot Streak, Open CV Tournament with 8-1 Win Over Moon
The Hopewell 11-year-old All-Star team is playing some incredible baseball. Thus far this All-Star season, the Vikings have entered two tournaments and have won both of them, outscoring their opponents by the score of 85-18. This morning, the 11-year-olds opened up play in the Central Valley All-Star tournament as they...
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