Turning Butter to Gas
- Ed Histed
- January 13, 2025
After the curtain came down at the Pennsylvania Farm Show for another year, the iconic butter sculpture has been removed and given a new life. After delighting attendees as a centerpiece of the annual event, the butter is being repurposed by Reinford Farms in Juniata County. Instead of simply being discarded, it will be recycled […]
Read MoreMifflin County Home Total Loss After Friday Fire
- Ed Histed
- January 13, 2025
A massive house fire broke out in Mifflin County Friday noon on Front Mountain Road in Menno Township. Crews from Milroy Hose Company responded to the scene, where flames and smoke were visible from the home upon their arrival. Fortunately, all those living there were able to escape safely, and no injuries were reported. The […]
Read MoreMifflin Police Issue December Report
- Ed Histed
- January 13, 2025
Mifflin County Regional Police responded to 301 incidents in December. Among the investigations, officers handled 13 theft or fraud cases, four assaults, and 31 motor vehicle accidents. Additionally, 18 traffic citations were issued, along with six non-traffic citations. Officers also made six arrests for driving under the influence. The Mifflin County Regional Police Department serves […]
Read MoreSnowfest Returns Saturday to Greenwood Furnace State Park
- Ed Histed
- January 13, 2025
Snowfest is returning to Greenwood Furnace State Park in Huntingdon this Saturday, offering a full day of winter fun from noon to 3 p.m. Highlights include bike demos, a 5-mile run, a bonfire on the beach, live music, and the 14th Annual Juniata Valley YMCA Polar Plunge. Visitors can also enjoy outdoor educational activities, learn […]
Read MoreInvestigation Continues Into “stolen Hellcat”
- Ed Histed
- January 13, 2025
In Perry County, state police continue investigating the theft of a muscle car from a local dealership. It all began a week ago Sunday… on January 5th… when troopers responded to Ciocca Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Duncannon after a gray colored 2022 Dodge Charger Hellcat was reported stolen. Police are urging anyone with information […]
Read MoreTight Economy Leads to Low United Way Fundraising
- Ed Histed
- January 13, 2025
Like many other efforts right now, including just putting food on the table and keeping the lights on for many people, fundraising for the United Way of Mifflin-Juniata’s 2025 Annual Campaign is running behind schedule this year. The campaign has raised just 38% of its $450,000 goal. According to some with the local organization, while […]
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