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Intermunicipal Relations Committee helps Blair County residents dispose of hazardous wastes
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Intermunicipal Relations Committee (IRC) asked the community to bring hazardous wastes and chemicals to be properly disposed Saturday. “These are things you’re not going to see on the side of the road,” said. Brock Bryan, Executive Director of the IRC. “People find they can’t get a trash hauler to take […]
Penn State Gets Commitment from 2026 Jahsiear Rogers
The Penn State football program is holding their annual Lasch Bash festivities and received some a future commitment. 2026 3-star wide receiver Jahsiear Rogers from Middletown, Delaware announced on Twitter his commitment to the Penn State football program. Rogers (5’11”, 160-pounds) becomes the 3rd member of Penn State’s Class of 2026, joining 4-star running back Messiah Mickens and 4-star quarterback Troy Huhn.
Penn State Football Primed for Success in 2024 with Drew Allar as QB
Penn State football could reach new heights in 2024 if quarterback Drew Allar improves his downfield passing, according to CBS Sports' Brad Nessler. Penn State won a Big Ten title in 2016 and went to the Rose Bowl. Drew Allar had a solid year in the previous season but lacked...
Big Ten Offseason Evaluation: Penn State Nittany Lions
In our Big Ten Offseason Evaluation series, we’ll break down the roster changes and outlook for all 18 Big Ten basketball teams heading into the 2024-25 season. Next up is Penn State, which enters its second year under coach Mike Rhoades.
Drew Allar might be college football’s biggest ‘boom or bust’ ahead of 2024 season
Penn State’s Drew Allar has attracted massive attention from college football spectators. From the vast majority of fans to scouts, Allar is largely considered to be one of the most intriguing upcoming NFL prospects. However, with the overwhelming belief that Allar can be a top college football quarterback, there...
Patton Township discusses plan to address sinkholes near Mount Nittany Health construction site
A new stormwater management agreement looks to address sinkholes discovered at the construction site of a new and nearly completed Mount Nittany Health outpatient center. Patton Township supervisors want to address short- and long-term problems at the Toftrees Planned Community development. Toftrees West is part of a 700-acre planned community in Patton Township. Mount Nittany Health Toftrees is the only business at the site so far.
When and Where to Watch Penn State’s Olympians
This story originally appeared in The Centre County Gazette. The 2024 Summer Olympics begin on Friday, July 26, and with them comes a plethora of Penn State athletes and alumni who will be going for gold in Paris. With so many different sports and events occurring, it can be hard to keep track of when each Nittany Lion will be competing. With that in mind, here’s a breakdown of when and where you can watch the pride of the blue and white at the start of this international competition. Where To Watch In the age of streaming, it has become much easier for fans...
James Franklin on Penn State WR Julian Fleming: ‘I think he’s gotta huge chip on his shoulder’
Julian Fleming is an older receiver in a new position. The former five-star recruit is back in his home state, and the expectations for the Southern Columbia grad are great. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Tyrone Borough upgrades Reservoir Park roller hockey rink
BLAIR COUNTY (WTAJ) – The Tyrone Borough has made many upgrades to Reservoir Park over the years such as new restrooms, a restored bridge, and most recently, a new surface to the roller hockey rink. The new updates makes it a dual sports facility for both hockey and pickleball. The new surface features regulation lines […]
Tyler's Tidbits (7/26): Looking at Penn State's 2025 D-Line recruiting after Max Granville's reclassification
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Penn State commit Max Granville reclassifies, joins Nittany Lions for 2024 season
Penn State earned a significant win on the recruiting trail last month when four-star defensive end Max Granville committed to the Nittany Lions. On Thursday, Granville took the next step. Granville reclassified into the 2024 recruiting class and signed with Penn State, the program announced. The 6-foot-3, 225-pound edge rusher...
Area man arrested after shooting
A man is currently in custody after an incident with a firearm occurred on Thursday, July 25, in Tyrone. Tyrone Police Chief Jessica Walk said that officers were dispatched to West 13th Street, Alley F, at 9:46 a.m. on Thursday evening after receiving reports of a man experiencing an anxiety attack.
Live Updates: Penn State’s Saturday Night Whiteout Camp
Penn State extended a handful of new scholarship offers Friday night for its first Whiteout Camp of the weekend. Now, Saturday’s camp may be even more talented, as James Franklin and his staff plan to work with about half of their committed players in the Class of 2025, as well as 2026 commits Messiah Mickens […] The post Live Updates: Penn State’s Saturday Night Whiteout Camp appeared first on On3.
PUC files complaint: Peoples Natural Gas accused of safety violations in 2021 Tyrone explosion
Three years after an explosion in Tyrone killed one person, injured four others and leveled a home, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission filed a 22-count complaint against Peoples Natural Gas Co. alleging a variety of safety violations. The explosion killed Anna L. Hunsicker, 83, who lived at 1306 Pennsylvania Ave....
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NOTICE is hereby given that Articles of Incorporation have been filed with the Department of State, Corporation Bureau of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, for the purpose of obtaining a Certificate of Incorporation of a business corporation organized under the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law of 1988, as amended. The name of...
Camp to be sold at auction
Greene Hills United Methodist Camp in Barree, Porter Township, has been a beacon of faith and community since its establishment in 1963. But now the Susquehanna Conference of the United Methodist Church (UMC) which owns Greene Hills has decided to sell the property at an auction to be held at the end of August.
Here are 5 things to watch during Penn State football’s preseason camp
The Penn State football team begins preseason camp Wednesday with high hopes of contending in the expanded Big Ten and of reaching the expanded College Football Playoff. Here are five things to watch over the next four weeks as the Nittany Lions prepare for their season opener Aug. 31 at West Virginia:
Helping the library
The Friends of the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library presented checks totaling $9,300 to HAPL Library Director Kevin Yoder (center) at the June 17 meeting of the library’s board of directors. Shown are Friends President Carol Scarbro (left) and Andrea Bolan, Friends representative to the board. The Friends hold used book sales, a trivia party, maintain a used bookstore at the library and hold other events to raise money for the library. Monthly meetings of the Friends are held during the year except for July and August. Anyone interested in joining the Friends can contact the library at 814-695-5961. Dues are $10 per year.
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