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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,” […]
Blair County business opens new location nine months after fire
DUNCANSVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Bobcat of Altoona, formerly known as Bobcat of Martinsburg has opened a new location, more than nine months after a deadly fire destroyed their building. Their new store opened on July 1 and is located at 3227 Route 764 in Duncansville. “It’s great to have a real shop again, to have […]
The Blair County African American Heritage Festival is back July 27-28
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The African American Heritage Festival is back this year on the weekend of July 27-28. Coordinator Paige Lightner says this event was something that her father William Lightner started years ago, and her memories of going to the festival is what inspired her to bring it back.
Crash causes slowdowns at intersection reported in North Hopewell Township
NORTH HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, Pa. — An intersection was blocked by a crash reported in York County. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the intersection of Seaks Run and Swamp roads in North Hopewell Township around 11:15 a.m. The crash caused slowdowns at the intersection.
Shippensburg Fair Announces Exciting Line-Up for July 26-27
The Shippensburg Fair is set to deliver a thrilling two-day event packed with entertainment, competitions, and family fun on July 26 and 27. This year’s fair schedule highlights a variety of attractions catering to all ages, with special emphasis on agricultural shows and evening entertainment. Friday, July 26 Highlights:
Food safety workshops planned for small-scale dairy foods processors
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State Extension will offer two food safety workshops for dairy foods processors on successive days in August at the Erickson Food Science Building on Penn State’s University Park campus. “Dairy Basics: Fundamentals of Quality and Safety” will be Aug. 27, and “Hazard Analysis...
Proposed State College casino license holder accepts $4.6 billion buyout, merger offer
The corporation currently embroiled in a legal battle over the gaming license to operate a proposed casino in State College accepted a $4.6 billion buyout and merger Thursday. Bally’s Corp., in a press release, announced it accepted the offer from Standard General, a New York-based hedge fund owned by Bally’s chairman Soo Kim.
One person arrested after shooting into Tyrone building
TYRONE, Pa. (WTAJ) — One person is in custody after an incident with a gun in Tyrone on Thursday night. Chief of Police at the Tyrone Borough Police Department, Jessica Walk, said they were called to 13th Street and Alley F after a man fired a gun into a structure. Ismael Lucena, 33, of Tyrone, […]
Chambersburg PD looking for public’s help identifying two motorcycle riders who fled stop
25 July 2024- On 07/21/24 at approximately 1600 hrs, Chambersburg Police attempted to stop 2 motorcycles on Stanley Ave for vehicle code violation. The motorcycles failed to stop and fled the area. CPD is looking for the identity of the operators of the motorcycles. The persons shown in this photo...
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...
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 […]
Franklin County Man Indicted for Threatening Government Officials
A federal grand jury has indicted Richard Little, 49, of Franklin County, on charges of making threats against a state senator, a county commissioner, and a former coworker. The indictment follows a series of disturbing posts and videos shared by Little on social media platforms, including threats of violence. The...
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