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Popular ’90s band cancels tour due to mental health issues
A popular rock band from Pennsylvania is taking a break from hitting the stage, at least for now. Ween — formed by Aaron Freeman (aka Gene Ween) and Mickey Melchiondo (aka Dean Ween) in New Hope, Bucks County, in 1984 — announced the band is going to “step away from the stage for the foreseeable future,” according to a Thursday X post.
Union City woman scammed out of $60K
(WJET/WFXP) – A Crawford County resident was scammed out of thousands of dollars after sending payments to an unknown suspect. State police in Corry responded to Bloomfield Township on Aug. 20 where a 72-year-old Union City woman reported she had been contacted on multiple social media platforms between December 2023 and August 2024 in which an unknown suspect requested money from the victim for “legal issues.”
Shapiro Administration Invests Over $3 Million in C&J Industries’ Growth in Pennsylvania, Creating at Least 66 New Manufacturing Jobs in Crawford County
The leading plastics manufacturing company in Crawford County is investing more than $7 million in its expansion project. Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced the Commonwealth is investing over $3 million to support the expansion of C&J Industries, a plastics manufacturing company for the health care, technology, consumer, and transportation industries and the leading manufacturer in Crawford County. Headquartered in Meadville since 1962, C&J Industries is investing $7 million to grow its operations, which will create at least 66 new, full-time jobs and retain an additional 262 existing jobs across the company.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Fights Back Against Sneaky Toll Evasion with Public’s Help
As a growing number of sneaky motorists are finding ways to conceal their license plates from toll cameras, so PA Turnpike is turning to other drivers to catch them. As a growing number of sneaky motorists are finding ways to conceal their license plates from toll cameras, so Pennsylvania Turnpike is turning to other drivers to catch them, writes Scott Calvert for The Wall Street Journal.
Aldi opens three stores on the East Coast
Aldi opened three new stores on Thursday—two in Pennsylvania and one in New York. The Pennsylvania stores are located in Waynseboro at 1517 East Main St. and Harmony at 236 Perry Highway. The New York store is located in the Bronx borough of New York City at 4720 Third...
$2.6 million winning Pa. Lottery ticket sold in Franklin County
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A jack-pot winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket worth $2,680,000 was sold in Franklin County. The ticket, which was a Match 6 Lotto, correctly matched all six winning numbers. Corner Convenience & Smoke Store, located at 3815 Scotland Main Street, will earn a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. The winning […]
State Police Honors Personnel for Heroism, Exceptional Work to Keep Pennsylvania Safe
MANHEIM, Pa. – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) hosted its annual department awards ceremony at LCBC Manheim on Thursday, August 29, to recognize the heroism and exceptional work of dedicated personnel who helped to keep Pennsylvania communities safe last year. Among the honorees was Lieutenant James Wagner, of Troop...
Wattsburg-Erie County Fair to Feature Truck Pulls, Fireworks in Final Days
If you have not taken a trip to Wattsburg for the Erie County Fair yet this week, you’re running out of time. It’s wrapping up this weekend, but there’s still lots of fun on the schedule. The Legacy Circus has several shows Friday and Saturday. There’s live...
Hearing Scheduled for Local Man Accused of Attacking Two Oil City Firefighters
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — A local man facing charges for reportedly attempting to punch, kick, and bite two Oil City firefighters during an incident earlier this month is due in court on Wednesday morning. According to court records, a preliminary hearing for 54-year-old Thomas Butryn, of Oil City,...
Oil City woman charged with aggravated assault
An Oil City woman, Rachael Renee Knight, 36, is facing multiple charges, including eight counts of aggravated assault, after causing a disturbance in Cranberry Township. Knight, who appeared intoxicated, was taken into custody after displaying erratic behavior, including spitting and damaging property. While in custody, she continued to be aggressive, damaging a police vehicle and assaulting law enforcement, medical staff, and security officers. She is currently held in Venango County jail, unable to post bail, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for September 11.
Franklin Volunteer Firefighters Respond to Multiple Incidents on Thursday
On Thursday, Franklin’s volunteer firefighters were called to multiple incidents, showcasing their dedication and swift action in the face of emergencies. Early in the morning at 4:12 AM, Engine 45 and Truck 42 were dispatched to a fire alarm situation. Later in the day, at 10:22 AM, Squad 41...
State Police Calls: Sports Car Driver in Possession of a Controlled Substance
FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) — Marienville-based State Police responded to the following incidents:. Sports Car Driver Found in Possession of a Controlled Substance. In a report released August 30, PSP Marienville says troopers were on a routine overnight patrol on July 20, when at around 3:49 a.m., they stopped a 41-year-old Harrisville man driving a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder GS-T along State Route 66 in Jenks Township, Forest County.
YDL Sports Network to Broadcast Ridgway/Union-ACV; Saegertown/Eisenhower Football on Friday
WARREN, Pa. – The YDL Sports Network will be broadcasting a pair of football games on Friday night, Aug. 30. In District 9 action, Ridgway travels to Rimersburg to take on the Union/A-C Valley Falcon Knights. Ridgway is 1-0 after a 14-0 win over Kane last week, while Union/A-C...
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