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Man rips off homeowner for driveway work: PSP
McClure, Pa. — A Lewistown man was charged after he received money to seal a homeowner's driveway and did not return to complete the work. Trooper Derek Gill of PSP Selinsgrove says the victim of West Beaver Township paid $300 on July 20 to Shawn Dippery, 52, to seal his driveway. However, Dippery never returned to begin the work. Dippery did not make any attempts to contact the victim after he received payment, according to the police report. The victim contacted police on Aug. 26. Police filed misdemeanor theft by deception charges at the office of District Judge Bo Trawitz.
Gettysburg restaurant closed “for the foreseeable future”
GETTYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A local American-style restaurant in Gettysburg recently announced that they have closed their doors. Food 101, which is located at 101 Chambersburg Street in Gettysburg, is a local eatery that has been offering scratch-made cuisines since 2015. Earlier today on August 30, Food 101 shared...
Penn State Tight End Out for Season Opener at West Virginia
The Big Ten has released its availability report for Penn State’s season opener at West Virginia, and the Nittany Lions will be without one of its veteran offensive players. Khalil Dinkins, who’s played in a total of 22 games at tight end over the past two seasons, is out against the Mountaineers. James Franklin told reporters two weeks ago that Dinkins has “missed some time” with “bumps and bruises” this preseason, and it didn’t appear likely that the redshirt junior would be a go for action. In his place, underclassmen Andrew Rappleyea and Luke Reynolds are both expected to play meaningful snaps...
August Ends with Severe Weather in Central Pennsylvania: Flash Floods Possible
State College, PA – Severe weather is set to sweep across Central Pennsylvania today, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that damaging winds and flash flooding are the most significant threats. Residents should prepare for potentially hazardous conditions, especially during the afternoon and evening.
WATCH: Mountaineer Gameday Kickoff Special
We are less than a day away from kickoff! Gold and Blue Nation has you covered as WVU opens up the season against the eighth-ranked Penn State Nittany Lions. The Mountaineers enter the 2024 season with most of its returning production, yet sits on the outside of many college football preseason polls. With a win […]
Centre County event works to provide kids with dental care
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) – Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM) is once again hosting its Give Kids a Smile event, aimed at giving underinsured kids vital dental care. Proper dental care is a necessary part of good hygiene, but the volunteers feel that many do not have access to it since Centre County often faces […]
State College Borough hosting conversation around climate action
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — The State College Borough is hosting a community conversation next week around climate action and resiliency. On Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m., a panel of local experts will talk about climate action and resiliency in Centre County and across the state. “And we want it to be […]
Former State College psychologist found guilty of raping child
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A former State College psychologist has been found guilty of rape and sexual assault of a young girl from 2005 to 2013. The jury found Richard Lenhart, 63, guilty of rape, statutory sexual assault, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, indecent assault, endangering the welfare of children, and corruption of minors, according to […]
Men’s Soccer Blanks Penn State Berks 4-0 in Season Opener
READING, Pa. – The Albright men's soccer team (1-0) got off to a fast start to begin their season scoring two goals in the first three minutes of play. The fast start for Albright carried them to a 4-0 shutout win over Penn State Berks (0-1). Today's game marked the season opener for both sides. With today's win, Albright has run their unbeaten streak to five games over Penn State Berks. The four goals scored are the most against the Nittany Lions since 2014.
RVK’s Brandon Phoenix previews WVU football’s home opener
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The West Virginia Mountaineers open their season on the football field on Saturday against the #8 ranked Penn State Nittany Lions. WVU comes into the game with revenge on their mind after losing last year’s season opener to Penn State 38-15 in Happy Valley. WVU...
Gough Signs Professional Contract with Färjestad BK
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - Penn State women's ice hockey graduate Julie Gough signed a professional contract with Färjestad BK of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). Gough becomes the third Nittany Lion from the 2023-24 roster to sign a professional contract. During her time at Penn State, Gough was a...
Penn State alum builds Beaver Stadium with LEGOs
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — Garrett Gourley has been a Penn State alum for nearly a decade, but a LEGOs fan since the beginning. “I’ve had a love for LEGOS my entire life,” said Gourley. “I just I love creating a building with LEGO. It’s a daily thing that I do, and I just think […]
Penn State teammates revel on Drew Allar’s maturity, leadership strides
After the 38-25 Peach Bowl loss to Ole Miss, Drew Allar made one thing clear: He needed to become a more vocal leader in the offseason. “I think it’s a great opportunity for me to be more vocal,” Allar said. “Whether it be communicating with the players or communicating to staff about what we think as players.”
Local Governments Need 12k People to Function. Experts Say You Could Be One of Them.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Local governments of all sizes require committed leaders and staff to keep their communities running smoothly, but problems can arise when they don’t have the right people to do the job. Article by Min Xian of Spotlight PA State College. When city, township, or...
West Virginia QB Garrett Greene Garners Major Attention on Pat McAfee Show
The Pat McAfee Show went live from Morgantown, West Virginia, Friday afternoon ahead of the epic showdown when Penn State comes in to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers on Saturday. West Virginia prodigy and starting quarterback Garrett Greene took a moment to join the ...
Former Penn State DT PJ Mustipher Finds New NFL Home
A former Penn State player has been signed by the Arizona Cardinals. PJ Mustipher, who played at Penn State from 2018-22, has been signed to Arizona’s practice squad, per NFL insider Aaron Wilson. Mustipher’s pro career started in 2023, when the Broncos signed him as an un-drafted free agent....
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