Month: February 2024

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Chipotle Coming to Lewistown

A popular Mexican franchise is set to open a new location in Mifflin County. The doors of the new Chipotle restaurant will soon swing open at 1044 U.S. 522 South in Lewistown. That’s where the restaurant will occupy a 3,000-square-foot space on a 1.5-acre parcel, joining the ranks of other stores like Lowes, Dunkin’, and […]

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Burnham Bulldogs Special Needs Football Team in Mourning

Some somber news this morning… the Burnham Bulldogs Special Needs football team mourns the loss of one of its veteran players and Hall of Famer, Eddie (better known as “Fast Eddie”) Renninger. Eddie, who started with the Bulldogs almost 20 years ago, was a quiet force on the field. Organizers say that as a running […]

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Mifflin County Man Caught in Undercover Drug Operation

A Mifflin County man is facing drug charges after he was caught selling methamphetamine to a confidential informant. 22 year old Nicholas Walker was arrested and then arraigned on multiple counts, including manufacturing with intent to deliver a controlled substance, criminal use of a communication facility, and possession of a controlled substance. Undercover investigations revealed […]

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Don’t Miss Willy Wonka

The East Juniata High School is presenting the show Willy Wonka, based on the book “Charlie And The Chocolate Factory.” Shows will be presented tonight at 7; Friday and Saturday, also at 7pm; and Sunday afternoon at 3. Tickets are available online or in the auditorium lobby one hour prior to each performance.

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Blood Drive Today

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive today at the Belleville Community Hall on Walnut Street in Belleville. The drive is today from noon to 6pm. Come on out and donate your time and your blood… give the gift of life! You can make an appointment online to save time.

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Fundraiser to Involve Cornhole Tournament

The Harpers Warriors Foundation is holding a fundraiser. There will be a cornhole tournament this Sunday (3/3) beginning at 11am at 212 4th Street in Port Royal. Money raised will benefit the Blake and Allison Henry family who recently lost their home in a tragic fire. Come on out to Port Royal this Sunday and […]

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It’s Donkey Basketball Time!

The Juniata Student Council is sponsoring a Donkey Basketball game (tomorrow/Thursday) night at 7 in the school gym in Mifflintown. There will be donkey rides, a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, raffle baskets, and concession stands. A teddy bear collection event will also be held. Teddy bears will be donated to the local state police barracks […]

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Plan Now to Attend Gardening Workshop

In Strodes Mills, a free workshop titled ‘Growing a Healthy Garden’ is being offered. Experienced gardener Rose Massie, a volunteer with Community Partnerships in Lewistown, will be sharing her knowledge on how to produce a successful homegrown harvest. The workshop will cover a range of topics from starting seeds, rotating crops, to the best dates […]

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Here Comes Willy Wonka

The East Juniata High School is presenting the show Willy Wonka, based on the book “Charlie And The Chocolate Factory.” Shows will be presented Thursday night at 7; This Friday and Saturday, also at 7pm; and this Sunday afternoon at 3. Tickets are available online or in the auditorium lobby one hour prior to each […]

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Event This Coming Weekend Planned to Raise Funds for Steelworx Pump Track

In a community effort to support local youth, Carli Russler and Shannon McGonigle… both of Burnham… are spearheading a fundraising campaign to construct the SteelWorx Pump Track. The track, with an estimated cost of $60,000, will be built on the former Jamboree grounds in Burnham. Funding is being sourced through donations and various fundraisers. The […]

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