Geisinger Honors 11 Employees
Geisinger recently honored 11 dedicated employees with the Caring Award and the Nursing Scholarship Award in memory of Susan M. Robel. Janet Tomcavage, Geisinger’s chief nursing executive, praised the recipients for their unwavering commitment to patient care and community service. The Nursing Scholarship, supported by the Alice E. Steele Endowment, awards $1,000 to nursing students […]
Read MorePenn State Football Fans Facing Pricey Options
As the Nittany Lions, now ranked No. 3, prepare for their much-anticipated matchups against No. 4 Ohio State this Saturday and the annual White Out game against the University of Washington on November 9th, hotel prices in State College have skyrocketed, with rates starting around $499 per night, climbing to over $1,300 for premium accommodations. […]
Read MorePA School Solar Grants Available
Beginning November 1, Pennsylvania school districts can apply for the new Solar for Schools grant program, aimed at funding solar energy projects. The program, backed by bipartisan support, will be open for applications until January 31, 2025. Eligible applicants include school districts, charter schools, and community colleges. The grants will assist in purchasing and installing […]
Read MoreState College Man Arrested for Threats Against Trump
A State College man has been arrested for making threats against former President Donald Trump ahead of a rally at Penn State University scheduled for Saturday. 74-year-old Paul Gavenonis faces charges now including terroristic threats and disorderly conduct. According to the Penn State University Police, Gavenonis was attempting to purchase a parking pass when he […]
Read MoreDeer Danger!
As autumn settles in, Pennsylvania drivers are urged to exercise caution due to a rise in deer activity. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has issued an alert, noting that deer become increasingly active as they enter their breeding season, known as the “rut.” This surge in movement coincides with the end of daylight saving time, which […]
Read MoreMifflin High Marching Band Continues Winning Streak
The Mifflin County High School Marching Band clinched its third consecutive TOURNAMENT OF BANDS Pennsylvania State Championship this past weekend, bringing home the win from Altoona’s Mansion Park Stadium. Scoring a season-high 92.80, the band outperformed in Group 4-Open Class and snagged top honors in Best Music, Visual, Drum Line, and Color Guard. School officials […]
Read MorePenn State Tickets and Rooms Commanding High Prices
As Penn State football revels in a perfect 7-0 start and a No. 3 ranking, excitement builds for two crucial upcoming games: the showdown against No. 4 Ohio State on November 2 and the highly anticipated White Out game against the University of Washington on November 9. However, fans seeking tickets and accommodations are facing […]
Read MoreMifflin County Student Gains National Attention
A local student from Mifflin County is grabbing national attention for her Game of Thrones-inspired artwork. High school student Sophia Fisher took first place in Artsonia’s Artist of the Week competition for her “Draped Leaf” creation, inspired by the show. Fisher’s artwork won over 500 votes, earning her a $50 gift certificate, while her school […]
Read MoreBusy Week Planned Locally for PennDot
PennDOT is updating drivers on progress for a Route 522 improvement project in Lewistown, Derry, and Decatur townships in Mifflin County. Crews will focus on tie-in work today and tomorrow to smooth driveway and side road connections, with additional work on shoulders and concrete steps. This week’s plans also include placing topsoil and adjusting guide […]
Read MoreFast Food Favorite Deemed Safe Again
McDonald’s is resuming the sale of Quarter Pounders at hundreds of locations following the resolution of an E. coli outbreak which resulted in one death and sickened at least 75 people across 13 states, was traced back to slivered onions from a single supplier. McDonald’s will reintroduce the Quarter Pounder without slivered onions this week, […]
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