First American Pope Elected, Ties to Pennsylvania Celebrate Historic Papacy
Robert Francis Prevost, a Villanova University graduate, has made history as the first American elected as pope, following a two-day conclave. Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, earned at least 89 votes from 133 cardinals. Reaction poured in from across the nation, with Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania leaders offering their congratulations. The new pope, a […]
Read MorePennDot Announces Maintenance Schedule for Juniata County, May 12-16
PennDOT has released its maintenance activities for Juniata County for the week of May 12. Bridge maintenance will take place on Route 75 between Blair Mills and Brick Church roads in Lack Township, with minimal traffic impact. Manual patching will occur on Route 235, Route 1003, and Route 1005 in Fayette Township, with flaggers providing […]
Read MoreSenate Passes Milk Hauler Exemption Legislation
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed legislation to ensure the continuous transportation of milk during inclement weather and declared emergencies. Senate Bill 481 grants licensed milk haulers permission to operate during weather-related commercial vehicle travel bans. The bill aims to prevent waste and support the dairy industry by allowing milk haulers to assess road conditions and […]
Read MorePossibility of Snow in Pennsylvania This May
Here’s an unpleasant thought… While May snowfall is rare here in Pennsylvania, it’s not entirely out of the question. Historical weather records show that measurable snow has fallen in May on a few occasions, particularly in higher elevations like the Laurel Highlands and Pocono Mountains. The chance of snow is low, especially in southeastern and […]
Read MoreToday is the Deadline for SNAP Replacement
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is urging SNAP recipients in western and central Pennsylvania to apply for replacement benefits if their food was spoiled during last week’s power outages caused by storms. Affected individuals can request replacement benefits through their local County Assistance Office before the end of business today. The state has also […]
Read MorePennsylvania Moves Toward State-run Cannabis Program
A new proposal to legalize recreational cannabis here in Pennsylvania could create the nation’s first state-run cannabis program. The bill, passed Wednesday in the state House by a narrow 102-101 vote, would allow cannabis sales through state-run dispensaries, similar to the Liquor Control Board model for alcohol. It aims to address issues with private dispensaries, […]
Read MorePlant Sale Saturday
The Penn State Master Gardeners of the Juniata Valley will host their annual plant sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at Mifflin County Airport in Reedsville. The sale will feature perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, and native pollinator plants. Kids’ activities and expert gardening advice will also be available. It’s being called a great […]
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