Central PA Businessman Pleads Guilty to 74 Felonies
- Ed Histed
- January 15, 2025
The part-owner of a popular State College eatery has pleaded guilty to 74 felony counts of deceptive business practices. Joe Ford, who in addition to his ownership of Campus Steaks, also operated 1st Call Electric LLC, was accused of taking deposits from homeowners for home backup generators that were never installed. The total amount stolen […]
Read MoreMifflin County Treasurer Diane Griffith Running for Re-election
- Ed Histed
- January 15, 2025
Mifflin County Treasurer Diane Griffith has announced her bid for reelection in the May 20 primary. Serving as treasurer since 2022, Griffith, a lifelong Mifflin County resident, says she remains committed to providing professional and efficient service, and maintaining a cost-effective office. She has a background as a retired math teacher and experience in corrections […]
Read MorePA Congressman Mike Kelly Speaks Out on Pending Expiration of Tax Cuts
- Ed Histed
- January 15, 2025
REPUBLICANS CONTINUE TO DEFEND THE EXTENSION OF THE TRUMP TAX CUTS AS THEY’RE SET TO EXPIRE BY THE END OF THE YEAR. PENNSYLVANIA CONGRESSMAN MIKE KELLY EXPLAINS WHY HE THINKS DEMOCRATS OPPOSE THE TAX CUTS … AND WHY HE THINKS THEY SHOULD BE RENEWED…. THE RENEWAL OF THE TAX CUTS COULD BE PART OF ONE […]
Read MoreBomb Threat at Goodwill
- Ed Histed
- January 15, 2025
Police responded to a bomb threat at a Goodwill store in Burnham on Tuesday morning. The Mifflin County Regional Police Department received the threat report just before 11am and immediately evacuated Goodwill and neighboring businesses as a precaution. Officers cleared the area, and the situation was resolved without injury or property damage, according to Police […]
Read MoreJuniata Commissioners Ok Tax Anticipation Note
- Ed Histed
- January 15, 2025
Juniata County Commissioners approved a resolution Tuesday authorizing the issuance of a $2 million tax and revenue anticipation note to assist with the county’s cash flow. The borrowing, which carries a 5.26% interest rate, will be drawn as needed throughout the year and must be repaid by the end of 2025. The funds will help […]
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