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Local fire police advocate for awareness following repeated incidents
LINGLESTOWN, Pa. (WHP) — It's been three days since a Lewistown fire police officer was struck by a vehicle in the line of duty. This is at least the second time this has happened in Central Pennsylvania this month. That's why fire police officers, who often see the worst,...
Local Groove Music Festival comes to Centre County benefitting WPSU
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Get ready for the ultimate summer send-off!. The Local Groove Music Fest is coming to Tussey Mountain Ski and Recreation in Boalsburg on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 2 to 8:30 p.m. Experience the sounds and vibe of Central PA’s best bands, featuring artists showcased...
Top 5 in-state target plans dueling visits to Penn State football, West Virginia
One of the top prospects in Pennsylvania for the 2026 recruiting cycle is set to see James Franklin and the Nittany Lions in action in back-to-back weeks. Four-star Fort Cherry safety Matt Sieg will see Penn State football watch in its season opener on the road at West Virginia, as well as Week 2 in Beaver Stadium.
PA Cyber Charter advisors, counselors authorize strike
(WTAJ) — Advisors and counselors employed by PA Cyber Charter have authorized a strike after contract negotiations between them and the school have failed for over two years. Following 750 days of bargaining, with a state mediator present for some sessions, members of the PA Cyber Academic Advisors and School Counselors Education Association (PACAASCEA), representing […]
Mostly clear and calm tonight; Sunday brings in more chances for sunshine
Saturday evening looks great for anyone planning some evening plans. Outdoor dinner plans will be in good shape as we continue to see mostly clear skies and overnight lows in the upper 50s. Can’t rule out some river valley across the mountains but any instances will be extremely isolated tonight. Sunday church services will go […]
Pitt's fortunes in 2024 hinge on dramatic changes on offense
Aug. 24—When Pat Narduzzi spoke to his team one day early in training camp, he made the 2024 season personal for his players. "I told the guys ... 'This is team 135. This is the 135th edition of Pitt football. The 2024 team will be one team — it's you. What are you going to do?' " Yes, Pitt football history goes all the way back to 1890 when the school was called Western University of ...
Due Diligence: Philly-born NEA president says education at stake in election
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. In addition to the thousands of delegates representing their respective states, there are hundreds of delegates who represent organizations, such as the National Education Association (NEA). Around 200 teachers — NEA members — are serving as “education” delegates, making the NEA presence larger than any state delegation except for California, Florida and Texas.
New PA law will help residents access unclaimed property
Is the state withholding money or property that may be yours?. A recently approved law in Pennsylvania will make it easier for thousands to receive what's rightfully theirs. Behind the vault doors at the state treasury office in Harrisburg is a massive amount of unclaimed property. “We have 4.5 billion...
Team USA selects its flag bearers for Paralympic Games in Paris
Two former gold medalists will carry the United States flag at the Paralympics opening ceremony next week.Steve Serio, who helped the U.S.'s wheelchair basketball team to gold medals in the last two Paralympic Games, and Nicky Nieves, who helped Team USA win its first gold in sitting volleyball in 2016, were selected. The American Olympic and Paralympic Committee made the announcement Friday."I'm overwhelmed and honored," Serio said. "I never thought this would be something that I'd get to experience in my career. I want to say thank you to all the Team USA athletes."A five-time world champion, Serio is co-captain of the 2024 basketball team team along with Trevon Jenifer."Being the flagbearer for Team USA means that all of my hard work was not in vain," Nieves said. "I get to represent the country that made me who I am, with the best-of-the-best U.S. athletes by my side."The opening ceremony for the Paris Paralympics will be held across Place de la Concorde and the Champs Elyssés on Wednesday.The flagbearers were chosen by votes from fellow American Paralympic athletes. The American contingent is made up of 225 athletes and guides.
Countdown to Penn State Kickoff: 6 days until Nittany Lions football
Penn State has high expectations for the 2024 college football season following another 10-win regular season campaign last fall. The Nittany Lions are projected as a fringe top-10 team in national preseason rankings, with Big Ten championship aspirations and a debut College Football Playoff appearance in focus. PSU opens its...
Meet Penn State football’s entire 2024 staff: On-field coaches, analysts, recruiting coordinators, newcomers, and more
The Penn State football staff is set for 2024. Meet everyone, from the coaches to analysts, recruiting department members, and more. The post Meet Penn State football’s entire 2024 staff: On-field coaches, analysts, recruiting coordinators, newcomers, and more appeared first on On3.
ESPN Nick Saban: Penn State football ‘has a really good team,’ predicts CFP berth
This is the first year that one of the greatest coaches in college football history Nick Saban is not on the sidelines. Instead, the former Alabama head coach is now a staple of College Gameday on ESPN. This leads to Saban being able to share his opinion on every team in the country and his thoughts on Penn State football were very positive. On the first edition of College Gameday on Saturday morning Saban predicted that the Nittany Lions would make the College Football Playoff.
Pat McAfee Says Penn State Facing ‘A Monster’ in Week 1
Most people expect Penn State to beat West Virginia Week 1 in Morgantown. Penn State is ranked No. 8. West Virginia is unranked. Although the spread has moved in favor of West Virginia, Penn State’s still favored by more than a touchdown, which is significant, especially for a road game.But if Pat McAfee expects Penn State to beat his Alma Mater, he won’t say so publicly. Last season, he was the only panelist to pick WVU to win in Happy Valley before a 23-point PSU win.
Penn State offense aims to take next step behind QB Drew Allar
Aug. 24—Few casual college football fans glancing at Penn State quarterback Drew Allar's statistics from last year could conclude anything other than he had a stellar season. Allar threw 25 touchdowns and only two interceptions, completing 59.9% of his passes for 2,631 yards through the air in his first year as a starter. Yet, from the vantage point of Nittany Lions diehards, Allar had his ...
Previewing Penn State football’s top Big Ten competition in 2024
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Top 10 in-state recruit, Penn State football target, to miss 2024 season with injury
One of the Keystone State’s top prospects in the 2026 recruiting cycle has suffered a significant setback heading into the 2024 season. This week, Westinghouse defensive back/running back and Penn State football target Kyshawn Robinson revealed that he will miss his entire junior year due to a hip injury.
College Township sees sketches for new coffee shop
COLLEGE TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WTAJ) – A new drive-thru coffee shop may be heading to College Township in 2025. Seven Brew sent in preliminary sketches to the township’s planning commission on Tuesday. The proposed location would be the former Hills Plaza along S. Atherton St. While the plans are still in a very early stage with […]
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