State Police Warn of Yet Another Scam
Pennsylvania State Police are alerting Lewistown residents about a phone scam targeting the elderly in the area. The scammers they say, pose as attorneys or bail bondsmen, claiming a relative is in trouble, and they demand large sums of money. They often have personal information and pressure victims to act quickly. Police advise everyone not […]
Read MorePA CareerLink Office Closing Early Today
A quick note this morning… we have been informed that the Lewistown PA CareerLink office will be closing at 1:30 this afternoon for the Labor Day holiday weekend. The office will be closed on Monday, Labor Day, and it will reopen as usual on Tuesday.
Read MoreReedsville Teen Jailed
A young man from Reedsville was locked up behind bars after being arrested in connection with a series of assaults on police officers. 18 year old Gaige Kahley was taken into custody after reportedly “headbutting” several officers and then attempting to flee the scene on foot. Police were initially called to a Brown Township residence […]
Read MoreSchool Teacher Wins Legal Case
A federal jury has ruled in favor of a Pennsylvania teacher teacher who sued his school district for violating his constitutional rights. The jury found that the Allentown School District retaliated against Jason Moorehead, suspending him and falsely accusing him of participating in the January 6 Capitol riot. Although Moorehead was in Washington, D.C., for […]
Read MoreTree Falls on Mifflin Home
Not a lot of details about this, but here in Mifflin County, a home on Summit Road was reportedly crushed by a fallen tree around 9:30 Wednesday night. Emergency crews immediately responded, but their efforts were hampered by debris from the recent storm. No injuries were reported. At last word, workers were still clearing the […]
Read MoreTurnpike Expected to Be Crowded This Weekend
As we head into the last holiday weekend of the summer season, a lot of people will be on the roads. Pennsylvania Turnpike officials are anticipating a busy Labor Day weekend, with today expected to be the peak travel day. An estimated 720,000 vehicles are projected to use the Turnpike today alone. Over the entire […]
Read MoreMake Reservations By Tuesday for Historical Society Annual Fall Banquet
The Mifflin County Historical Society will host its annual fall banquet on Thursday, September 12, at the Penn Valley Christian Retreat in McVeytown. The event will feature guest speaker Jonathan Smith from the Broad Top Railroad and a family-style roast turkey dinner. Seating is limited to 100, with doors opening at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are […]
Read MoreCrash Leads to Dui & Other Charges
Police have arrested a man on multiple charges after a high-speed chase ended with a crash in Decatur Township. Officers initially responded to a disabled vehicle report on Brower Road, where 55 year old William Ruby Jr’s erratic behavior prompted a pursuit. After failing to stop at stop signs and exceeding 70 mph, the chase […]
Read MoreTri-county Museum Day Set for Saturday, September 14th
Several museums in Mifflin, Juniata, and Huntingdon counties will offer free admission on Tri-County Museum Day, happening Saturday, Sept. 14. The event, supported by volunteers, allows visitors to explore various cultural and historical sites across the region without spending a dime. Highlights include the McCoy House Museum’s “Hail to the Chiefs” exhibit in Lewistown, showcasing […]
Read MoreState Police Warn of ‘sextortion’ Scam
Pennsylvania State Police are warning of a dangerous sextortion scam targeting teenage boys across the state. Scammers, often posing as young females online, are luring victims into sharing compromising photos and videos. They then threaten to release the images unless they’re paid. Tragically, some teens have taken their own lives after being victimized. Authorities urge […]
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