Centre County Man Arrested in Texas for Crimes in Blair County
A Center County man has been arrested in Marshall, Texas, after being on the run for a series of burglaries in Blair County. With more, here’s Grant Mason… <<37-year-old Zachary Cooper of Bellefonte is facing numerous felony charges, including burglary, theft, and criminal mischief. Authorities had been searching for him since March. Cooper’s vehicle, a […]
Read MoreLooney Running for Seat on School Board
Joshua Looney, a lifelong Mifflin County resident and Lewistown Area High School graduate, has announced his candidacy for the Mifflin County School District’s Board of Directors. Meagan Chase has more about the candidate… <<Looney, who works as an engineer team leader at Philips Ultrasound in Milroy, highlighted the need for better career paths for […]
Read MorePennDot Work Schedule for Week of 4/28
PennDOT has announced maintenance activities in Mifflin County for next week. Bridge maintenance will take place on Wakefield Road, Furnace Road, John Street, and South River Road, with flaggers controlling traffic during daylight hours. Crack sealing and hot pour mastic operations are scheduled for several local roads, including Old US 322 Highway and Logan Street. […]
Read MoreCheck Presented to Juniata Valley Council Scouting America
The Mifflin County Veterans Association presented a $200 check to Jeff Pickett, executive director of the Juniata Valley Council Scouting America, during their meeting Thursday. The council, serving over 1,200 youth across several counties, has deep ties to the military, with Eagle Scouts receiving rank boosts when joining the armed forces. Pickett highlighted the strong, […]
Read MoreLewistown Walmart Scheduled for Facelift
Walmart is set to remodel 26 stores in Pennsylvania this year, including the store in Lewistown. The updates are part of a nationwide project to revamp 650 stores, improving layouts, expanding departments, and enhancing online pickup and delivery services. Walmart issued a statement, saying that the remodeled stores will serve as community hubs, and the […]
Read MoreMifflin County Multi-sports Facilities Project Wrapping Up
The Mifflin County Multi-Sports Facilities Project, an $18.5 million effort, is nearly complete after being delayed by permitting and weather. The project is adding four new sports fields for the Mifflin County Huskies, including new baseball and softball fields, a track, and improved stadiums. The facility will also feature new lighting for night games, with […]
Read MoreJuniata County Dairy Princess Pageant Coming Soon
The Juniata County Dairy Princess Pageant is right around the corner. Monica Chase explains… <<The pageant is celebrating its 49th year on Sunday, May 4, at 3 p.m. at the Walker Grange in Mifflintown. Kera Bentz will be crowned the new 2025-26 Dairy Princess. The event will feature speeches, skits, and awards, followed by ice […]
Read MorePenn State Wrestler Facing Charges
A Penn State wrestler is facing several charges after an incident at a fraternity house in State College back on March 29. 20 year old Braeden Davis is charged with resisting arrest, evading arrest, criminal trespass, public drunkenness, and underage drinking. Police say Davis and a friend were asked to leave but continued arguing with […]
Read MoreElectronic Recycling Offered
If you’ve got old electronics piling up… and who among us doesn’t???… you’ll want to listen carefully to this story. Alex Reed has all the details this morning… <<The Juniata County Conservation District is hosting a recycling event this Saturday. Drop-offs run from 9 to 11 a.m. — or until all the trucks are full […]
Read MoreJob Fair Today in Burnham
PA CareerLink® Mifflin County will host its Spring Job Fair this afternoon from 1 to 3:30 at the Juniata Valley YMCA in Burnham. Veterans get early access at 12:30. More than 30 local employers will be on site, offering jobs in manufacturing, healthcare, education, transportation, and more. Positions range from entry-level to advanced. The event […]
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