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Open air blasting to take place near I-99 in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is warning drivers that open-air blasting will be taking place on Saturday. Hardin Industrial Services LLC., of Mariana Florida, will perform blasting at American Eagle Paper Mill in Tyrone on July 27. Work will be done to implode a chimney at the mill and […]
Changing healthcare in Central Pa: Medical practices on a mission
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — In the past few months, healthcare in Blair County has been changing, with places like Gloria Gates Care using a different approach for patients. Family Care Associates, a new medical practice in Duncansville, is aiming to do the same thing. “Our goal is ultimately to have the healthiest individual possible,” […]
Construction starting soon to rebuild Elizabeth Forward High School after devastating fire
Nearly a year and a half after flames and smoke caused significant damage to Elizabeth Forward High School, construction is set to begin to rebuild the damaged structure and make improvements throughout the building.
Pennsylvania plays take center stage in Bellefonte this weekend
A State-College area volunteer theater company is highlighting local creators with a short play showcase, all written by Pennsylvanians. Andi Stout, one of the writers, said she’s looking forward to seeing everyone’s script come to life. “They're all so different and dynamic, and it really showcases the talent...
Family-owned restaurant debuts in Cumberland County
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A new, family-owned restaurant that is owned and operated by four brothers recently opened its doors in Cumberland County. The Trindel Family Restaurant, located at 5001 East Trindle Road in Mechanicsburg, is owned and operated by four brothers who previously worked for a number of years at the West Manchester Diner, which is owned by their cousin.
Sen. Mastriano announces $2.4 million for site development in Adams Co.
GETTYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Senator Doug Mastriano (R-33) announced earlier today nearly $2.4 million in state funding to redevelop the former Gettysburg Foundry site in Adams County. According to Sen. Mastriano, the Gettysburg Foundry site was formerly a metal works factory that closed in the 1990s due to improper disposal of hazardous materials on the […]
Look for two PA natives when team USA men's swimming takes center stage
PARIS, IDF — Two Pennsylvania natives Chris Guiliano and Josh Matheny will take center stage at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris this weekend when they compete in Team USA men's swimming. Guiliano is a Douglassville, Berks County native who specializes in sprint freestyle. He is an ACC champion...
After Trump Assassination Attempt, Some Veterans Spread Misinformation. Others Pushed Back.
When the first shot rang out at the Trump rally in Butler County, Pennsylvania, Jondavid Longo recognized the sound. But his brain wouldn’t allow him to believe it. “I thought, ‘OK, this might be a firecracker, a balloon, or something,’” the Marine Corps veteran and mayor of Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, told The War Horse. “On the second shot, I realized exactly what it was.”
UPDATE: Missing woman in Cambria County found safe
UPDATE: Laverne Kinkhead was located and is safe, according to Pennsylvania State Police. CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Police are looking for a woman that they said was last seen on Wednesday. Laverne Kinkhead, 77, was last seen on July 24 at approximately 9:15 p.m. on the 500 block of Groucher Street in […]
Former Penn Cambria Baseball Boosters president charged with forgery, police say
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — The former president of the Penn Cambria Baseball Boosters is facing numerous charges for allegedly forging checks over the past year. Police allege that 47-year-old Jeramie Yeoman of Lilly forged more than 70 checks from booster accounts between April 2022 and July 2023. Authorities...
Coroner: Three-year-old drowns in Cambria County
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A young child drowned in Cambria County Wednesday night. Cambria County Coroner Jeff Lees said three-year-old Ryan Miller died on July 24 after a drowning accident. Cambria County Emergency crews were called around 7:14 p.m. along Link Road in East Carroll Township. Miller had wandered off, according to Lees, and […]
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