4th Graders Schooled on Farming
Some fourth-graders from Juniata County spent a day on the farm during Ag Exploration Day recently, learning about agriculture careers. Hosted at Millwork Farm in Thompsontown, the students explored things such as animal care, soil health, and poultry farming. The event, organized by the Juniata County Conservation District and Penn State Extension, aimed to give […]
Read MoreCongrats to Mifflin County High School Marching Band
The Mifflin County High School Marching Band secured a regional championship at the Tournament of Bands Region 2 and 4 Championships in Ashland over the weekend. The Marching Huskies earned a score of 90.50 and took home awards for best color guard and best percussion. Next, the band will compete at the Pennsylvania State Championship […]
Read MoreReedsville Accused Murderer Spurns Plea Deal – Trial Now Set to Begin March 31
A Reedsville man accused of murdering a Washington, D.C. photographer will now face trial in March. Brandon Holbrook, in custody since last year, rejected a plea deal. He’s charged with murder, assault, and tampering with evidence. Prosecutors allege Holbrook shot Joseph Shymanski in his Maryland driveway, transported the body back here to Pennsylvania, and later […]
Read MorePort Royal Making Major Wastewater Treatment Improvements
Port Royal is seeing some major upgrades at its wastewater treatment plant, thanks to a $4 million project aimed at modernizing the facility. Key improvements include enhancing the pump station to eliminate overflows and implementing a new ultraviolet light disinfection system, replacing the traditional chlorine method. The change promises cleaner water for the Juniata River […]
Read More2 Arrested After Hundreds of Minks Released From PA Mink Farm
Two people from Massachusetts were arrested on Saturday for releasing 200 minks from a Pennsylvania farm. 25 year old Christopher Legere and 27 year old Cara Mitrano now face multiple charges, including agricultural vandalism, criminal mischief, and cruelty to animals. Fortunately, nearly all of the released minks have been recaptured. The North American Animal Liberation […]
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