Students Helping Out in Lewistown
The African American Memorial Cemetery in Lewistown, is seeing significant progress thanks to a collaborative restoration effort. Students from The Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology’s welding and fabrication departments crafted a new archway for the cemetery, with installation supported by Crider-Mitchell Construction and concrete donations from Juniata Concrete. The ongoing restoration aims to […]
Read MorePA Supreme Court Rules Mail in Ballots W/o Correct Dates Will Not Be Counted
THE PENNSYLVANIA SUPREME COURT RULED FRIDAY THAT MAIL-IN BALLOTS WITHOUT CORRECT DATES ON ENVELOPES CANNOT BE COUNTED IN ELECTIONS, A DECISION THAT COULD IMPACT THIS YEAR’S PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION IN PENNSYLVANIA, WHICH IS CONSIDERED A CRUCIAL BATTLEGROUND STATE. THE RULING WAS APPLAUDED BY REPUBLICANS AS A VICTORY FOR VOTER INTEGRITY. GOVERNOR JOSH SHAPIRO SAYS BOTH REPUBLICAN […]
Read MoreJuniata County Road Work
PennDOT has released its maintenance schedule for Juniata County for this week. Bridge maintenance on Route 2019 will occur with minimal traffic impact, as the work is off the roadway. Additionally, pipe replacement and cleaning will take place on multiple routes, including Route 35, Route 75, Route 333, Route 2007 (Free Spring Church Road), and […]
Read MorePennDot at Work This Week in Mifflin County
PennDOT has announced maintenance activities for Mifflin County from today through Thursday. Roadwork will focus on base repair for Route 4006 (Back Mountain Road) between Route 305 and Route 1005, where flaggers will manage traffic during daylight hours. This work aims to fix pavement issues and extend the road’s lifespan. Additionally, bridge maintenance will occur […]
Read MorePenn State Cost Cutting
Penn State University is planning on some significant changes for the new academic year. The university is implementing a new regional leadership model to enhance collaboration across campuses and better address local needs in order to save money. They say the Voluntary Separation Incentive Program has led to around 10% of the workforce opting for […]
Read MorePlans Outlined for 6-year Road Project
In Centre County, the Bellefonte High Speed Interchange Project will officially get underway beginning on Wednesday, September 25. When that happens, it will lead to a significant road closure. Jacksonville Road, stretching from Lyonstown Road to Interstate 99, will be shut down for the next six years, reopening in Summer 2030. If you have plans […]
Read MoreBeaver Community Fair Begins Sunday
The Beaver Community Fair kicks off this Sunday in Beaver Springs, celebrating over 90 years of agriculture and country living. The week-long event will feature daily livestock and farm competitions, along with a variety of other activities. Highlights include a Fun Horse Show, garden tractor pulls, and live musical performances. The fair also offers exhibits […]
Read MoreCrosson Now Acting Principal at Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology
Mark Crosson, former principal of Mifflin County High School, has been appointed as the acting principal at the Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology for the 2024-25 school year. Crosson, who retired in 2022 due to family health issues, had been substituting in the district. His new role was approved by the Academy’s Operating […]
Read MoreBelleville Holds Push in Ceremony
Belleville firefighters held a traditional “push-in” ceremony Thursday to welcome a new fire engine. The event, which dates back to the 17th century, saw firefighters and community members gather to push the $800,000 truck into the station. Belleville Fire Company’s new engine, now equipped for both rescue and firefighting, adds much-needed capability as they previously […]
Read MoreMccoy House Museum Holding Open House on Saturday
The McCoy House Museum in Mifflin County will host an open Museum Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors can explore the museum during special hours, with additional opportunities on the remaining first Fridays of September and also on the first Fridays in October from 6 to 8 p.m., and Sundays from […]
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