Juniata Commissioners Meet
The Juniata County Commissioners held their meeting Tuesday, and among the items covered was approval of some critical upgrades for the 911 Center, including a new thermostat, sensors, and controls in the H. Brown Fry Building for $1,680. The system will enhance environmental controls throughout the facility, and it comes after being recommended by Maintenance […]
Read MoreToys for Tots Program Now Underway
The Marine Toys for Tots campaign in Centre and Mifflin County is officially underway, marking its 77th year of spreading holiday cheer. The program kicked off with a breakfast event at the Ramada in State College, where organizers planned this year’s mission to collect new, unwrapped toys for children in need. Last year, over 18,000 […]
Read MoreLocal United Way Asking for More Help to Meet Goal
Everyone is feeling the pinch of today’s economy, and the United Way of Mifflin-Juniata County is no different. Their 2025 campaign needs a little help right now. They say they are running about18% behind last year’s pace, with a goal of raising $450,000. While the United Way remains optimistic, they are now urging more community […]
Read MoreDerry Township Leaders Cover A Lot of Ground at Recent Meeting
Derry Township has approved a new four-way stop at Eighth and Cedar Streets, near Mifflin County High School, after safety concerns were raised by locals. In other business before the board at their most recent meeting, a decision on a land development project near Pleasant Acres was postponed until December 3 to review engineering feedback. […]
Read MoreRockview Inmate Dead – Investigation Underway
An investigation is underway following the death of an inmate at the State Correctional Institution at Rockview. 52-year-old Gary Vandenberg was found unresponsive in his cell on November 11 and was later pronounced dead. Vandenberg had been serving an 8-to-20-year sentence for aggravated assault. The Pennsylvania State Police are leading the investigation into his death, […]
Read MoreState Police Issue Warning Ahead of Holiday
With the holiday season approaching, PennDOT and the Pennsylvania State Police are stepping up efforts to ensure road safety. Beginning tomorrow (11/20) and running through January 1, sobriety checkpoints and patrols will be set up across the state. The initiative coincides with AAA’s estimate that nearly 80 million people will be traveling for Thanksgiving. State […]
Read MoreLocal Woman Scammed Out of Hundreds
A Juniata County woman has lost hundreds of dollars in a scam while trying to surprise her husband with a new truck. The woman was targeted after receiving a friendly message on Facebook. Believing she could turn a small investment into thousands, she followed the scammer’s instructions and bought $900 worth of Apple gift cards. […]
Read MoreTrolley Museum Getting New Pieces for Collection
The Rockhill Trolley Museum in Rockhill Furnace has acquired two historic electric trolley cars from a private collection in Middletown. One of the cars, number 23 from the Lewistown and Reedsville Electric Railway, operated locally until 1933 before being turned into a summer cottage. Car 23 will now undergo full restoration, and then it will […]
Read MoreMifflin Police Release Report Stats
In October, the Mifflin County Regional Police Department filed 430 incident reports, including 26 cases of burglary, theft, and fraud. Officers also responded to two assaults and 29 motor vehicle accidents. In traffic enforcement, they issued 33 citations and nine non-traffic citations. Additionally, five people were arrested for driving under the influence.
Read MorePennDot Beginning Rt 22 Bridge Work Today
PennDOT today, will begin excavation work as part of a bridge improvement project along Route 22 in Mifflin County. Crews will work on two bridges over Long Hollow Run in Wayne Township, with excavation scheduled through November 21. Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zones. The project, which aims to improve the bridges’ condition, […]
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