Lewistown Couple Has First Baby of 2025
Mount Nittany Medical Center welcomed its first newborn of 2025 on Thursday morning. Kristen and Dakoda Smeltz of Lewistown are celebrating the birth of their baby boy, whose name has not yet been announced. The hospital delivers about 1,200 babies annually and has been recognized by Newsweek as one of “America’s Best Maternity Hospitals” for […]
Read MoreMifflin Commissioners Meet
The Mifflin County Commissioners met for the first time in the new year this week, and approved a tax exoneration request, relieving residents of the 2024 county per capita tax burden. In fact, the proposal received unanimous support. The board also made several appointments, including Chelsea Reed to the Housing Authority for a five-year term […]
Read MoreShining Light on Stalking
Centre Safe in Centre County is raising awareness about stalking during January, recognized nationally as Stalking Awareness Month. The organization handles roughly 40 stalking cases annually, and they point to the fact that stalking is a serious issue often overshadowed by domestic violence. Forms of stalking can range from physical following to using technology like […]
Read MoreRenovations Getting Underway at Beaver Stadium
The demolition of the Beaver Stadium press box kicks off a $700 million renovation project this Saturday morning, beginning at 8. Fans are invited to watch the spectacle from a designated viewing area in the Stadium West parking lot. Parking will be available at nearby lots for a fee. Festivities include a DJ, a chance […]
Read MorePA State Police: “no Known Threats Locally”
Pennsylvania State Police today, continue to maintain that there is no known active threat here in our state following that deadly vehicle attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, and the explosion of a cyber truck at the Trump Plaza hotel in Las Vegas. Pennsylvania authorities, who were already deploying extra patrols for the holiday, […]
Read MoreSugar Bowl Postponed Due to New Orleans Terror Attack
The attack in New Orleans forced the NCAA to postpone the Sugar Bowl. Georgia and Notre Dame are now scheduled to play the game today at the Caesars Superdome at 4 PM Eastern….
Read MoreJanuary is United Way Month in Juniata County
Juniata County Commissioners have declared January as United Way Month, recognizing the organization’s 90th anniversary. United Way supports 16 local programs focused on education, health, and income, including the Nurse’s Pantry initiative, which provides essential items to students to reduce absenteeism. They also aid heating assistance through the annual Walk for Warmth fundraiser on February […]
Read MorePolice Search Underway Locally
At last word, State Police in Lewistown were still searching for 29-year-old Cayden Yohn, who is wanted for strangulation, aggravated assault, and terroristic threats. He’s also sought for questioning about a stolen gun. Yohn is described as 5’7”, 175 pounds, with green eyes and brown hair. His last known address was 510 Kirk Ridge Road […]
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