Hand Held Ban ‘close’
A bill to strengthen Pennsylvania’s distracted driving laws is advancing in Harrisburg. The House Transportation Committee voted on Wednesday 19 to 6 on the Senate-passed bill that would prohibit the use of cellphones and other hand-held devices while driving.
Read MoreBig Sale Planned for Juniata Library
The Juniata County Library is gearing up for spring with a Giant Spring Bag Sale from April 15 to April 18. The Friends of the Juniata County Library are clearing out shelves of books, magazines, puzzles, and DVDs with prices at $7 per bag and $3 for puzzles. Memberships will also be sold at the […]
Read MoreOne Vehicle Crash Sends One Person to Hospital
Emergency crews rushed to the scene of a single-vehicle crash in Juniata County early Tuesday morning. Mifflintown Hose Co. reported that units were dispatched shortly after 2 a.m. to Rt. 322 W near Locust Run in Walker Township. The vehicle, with only one occupant, was involved. The individual… who has not officially been identified… was […]
Read MoreWoman Claims She Was Strangled in Spring Mills
A woman in Spring Mills who was found walking along the roadside, told police that she had been strangled. The woman… whose name has not been released… identified 31 year old Austin Davidson as her attacker. She told police that Davidson shoved her into a bed during an argument, then held a jacket over her […]
Read MoreSheetz Hiring Event is Today
Today is the day! With plans to hire nearly 800 new employees, Sheetz will conduct on-the-spot interviews at all 300+ PA locations today from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Prospective candidates must apply online at www.jobs.sheetz.com and then check in at the cash register when they arrive at their nearest Sheetz. The hiring spree extends […]
Read MoreJuniata Schools Dismissing Early on Eclipse Day
The Juniata County School District has released information in advance of the solar eclipse that is coming on the afternoon of April 8th. The timing of the eclipse coincides with the usual dismissal times, posing a potential safety risk as students may inadvertently view the eclipse without proper precautions while leaving school or riding the […]
Read MoreExpect Flight Delays Due to Solar Eclipse
The Federal Aviation Administration is now alerting travelers of potential delays on April 8 due to the solar eclipse. With thousands expected to flock to one part of Pennsylvania where there will be a total blackout due to the eclipse… that would be Erie… along with a general increase in air traffic nationwide, airports anticipate […]
Read MoreJuniata Commissioners Cover A Lot of Ground
The Juniata County Commissioners are marking the 56th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, designating April 2024 as Fair Housing Month. This act prohibits discrimination in housing based on various factors. Additionally, the commissioners highlight Pennsylvania Safe Digging Month, urging excavators and homeowners to contact 8-1-1 before digging to prevent accidents and utility disruptions. In […]
Read MoreA Sweet Proposal
Pennsylvania lawmakers, citing the iconic treat’s global recognition and economic impact, have moved to designate Hershey’s Kisses as the state’s official candy. They say it highlights Pennsylvania’s rich candy history. While some debate the fairness of singling out one candy, supporters say they honor the group of students whose initiative sparked the proposal. As the […]
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