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$56 Million for Gun Violence Prevention, After School Programming
When Governor Josh Shapiro signed Pennsylvania’s new $47.6 billion budget into law on July 11—he gave $56 million towards community gun violence prevention programs and a new after school program. That is a $16 million dollar increase from last year. The Erie Blue Coats, who combat gun violence...
Three headless deer lead to dozens of charges in Pennsylvania
BEDFORD, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple dead deer — three with their heads allegedly cut off — led to charges for three men in Bedford, game commission officials said. The Pennsylvania Game Commission charged Kai Bardell, 22, Edward Ilgenfritz, 27, and Harlan Group, 21, with a slew of charges relating to the illegal hunting of deer […]
Major Interstate Car Theft Ring Busted in Pennsylvania and Maryland
In a significant development, law enforcement agencies in Pennsylvania and Maryland have apprehended two individuals connected to a series of high-profile thefts at car dealerships across both states. The suspects, identified as London Flores and his accomplice Ventura, were detained following a detailed investigation that utilized advanced tracking and surveillance technology.
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
New Bill Aims to Improve Federal Subcontracting for Small Businesses
U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Ensuring Efficiency and Fairness in Federal Subcontracting Act to enhance opportunities for small businesses in federal subcontracting. This legislation targets the removal of barriers that hinder small, minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses from securing federal subcontracts. These barriers include unclear subcontracting guidelines, inadequate regulatory oversight ensuring equal opportunities, and limited exposure to subcontracting opportunities.
Nittany Country Club wins Women’s Golf Association of Pennsylvania championship
PHILIPSBURG — The Women’s Golf Association of Pennsylvania held its season-ending tournament and named its 2024 winners on Monday, July 15, at the Elks Lodge and Country Club in Philipsburg. The Central Pennsylvania Association is made up of six teams representing area country clubs Centre Hills, Iron Masters,...
Mountain Top Fire Company announces dates for annual Sandy Ridge homecoming
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Mountain Top Fire Company is celebrating its annual Sandy Ridge Homecoming this August. One of the fire company’s biggest fundraisers of the year is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 8 through Saturday, Aug. 10, and will take place at the fire station grounds at 392 State Street, in Sandy Ridge. […]
Lieutenant governor holds event to highlight state budget investment for safer communities
LANCASTER, Pa. — Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis held an event at the Bench Mark Program building on Wednesday to highlight money passed in the state budget to fight gun violence. The bipartisan state budget signed by Governor Josh Shapiro earlier this month will invest in violence intervention and prevention...
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 […]
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 […]
UHS Breakdown: How to survive the PSU Flu, other on-campus ailments
As the fall semester draws closer for students and staff, the State College population is expected to rise by several thousand, nearly overnight. Jam-packed sidewalks and lecture halls often become a breeding ground for illnesses, such as the common cold, flu and COVID-19, to circulate among the student body. With...
Centre County township attempting to go solar, finds it a lengthy process
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – Centre County is slowly transitioning to solar power, but some municipalities have experienced growing pains with the process. Going solar is not as easy as putting panels on the ground. Municipalities have to update their ordinances to allow for solar, an often lengthy process. Walker Township has been attempting to […]
Centre County names 2023 officer of the year
BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WTAJ) – Every year Centre County’s police force picks one special person to be the officer of the year for going beyond the line of duty. On July 25 the force picked Luke Nelson, a detective for Spring Township, as 2023’s officer of the year. He is known throughout the force as a […]
Sportsbeat Top 10: State College wide receiver Ty Salazer
STATE COLLEGE (WTAJ) — State College football has some impressive players coming off impressive seasons. In fact, with Mike Gaul on this “SportsBeat Top 10” list, the Little Lions are the only school with two players on our list of top-10 rising seniors. But despite the talent, the team went just 7-4 last season. It […]
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