First American Pope Elected, Ties to Pennsylvania Celebrate Historic Papacy
Robert Francis Prevost, a Villanova University graduate, has made history as the first American elected as pope, following a two-day conclave. Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, earned at least 89 votes from 133 cardinals. Reaction poured in from across the nation, with Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania leaders offering their congratulations. The new pope, a […]
Read MoreSenate Passes Milk Hauler Exemption Legislation
The Pennsylvania Senate has passed legislation to ensure the continuous transportation of milk during inclement weather and declared emergencies. Senate Bill 481 grants licensed milk haulers permission to operate during weather-related commercial vehicle travel bans. The bill aims to prevent waste and support the dairy industry by allowing milk haulers to assess road conditions and […]
Read MorePennDot Announces Maintenance Schedule for Juniata County, May 12-16
PennDOT has released its maintenance activities for Juniata County for the week of May 12. Bridge maintenance will take place on Route 75 between Blair Mills and Brick Church roads in Lack Township, with minimal traffic impact. Manual patching will occur on Route 235, Route 1003, and Route 1005 in Fayette Township, with flaggers providing […]
Read MorePlant Sale Saturday
The Penn State Master Gardeners of the Juniata Valley will host their annual plant sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at Mifflin County Airport in Reedsville. The sale will feature perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, and native pollinator plants. Kids’ activities and expert gardening advice will also be available. It’s being called a great […]
Read MorePennsylvania Moves Toward State-run Cannabis Program
A new proposal to legalize recreational cannabis here in Pennsylvania could create the nation’s first state-run cannabis program. The bill, passed Wednesday in the state House by a narrow 102-101 vote, would allow cannabis sales through state-run dispensaries, similar to the Liquor Control Board model for alcohol. It aims to address issues with private dispensaries, […]
Read MoreToday is the Deadline for SNAP Replacement
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is urging SNAP recipients in western and central Pennsylvania to apply for replacement benefits if their food was spoiled during last week’s power outages caused by storms. Affected individuals can request replacement benefits through their local County Assistance Office before the end of business today. The state has also […]
Read MorePossibility of Snow in Pennsylvania This May
Here’s an unpleasant thought… While May snowfall is rare here in Pennsylvania, it’s not entirely out of the question. Historical weather records show that measurable snow has fallen in May on a few occasions, particularly in higher elevations like the Laurel Highlands and Pocono Mountains. The chance of snow is low, especially in southeastern and […]
Read More2025-05-08 – No Injuries in Mifflintown House Fire
Firefighters from multiple local departments quickly controlled a house fire on William Penn Highway in Mifflintown Tuesday morning. The fire started in a second-floor bedroom. It took crews 22 minutes to bring the blaze under control. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal’s […]
Read More2025-05-08 – SNAP Replacement Deadline to Apply is Friday
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is urging SNAP recipients in western and central Pennsylvania to apply for replacement benefits if their food was spoiled during last week’s power outages caused by storms. Affected individuals can request replacement benefits through their local County Assistance Office by Friday. The state has also requested a federal extension […]
Read More2025-05-08 – Concerns Mount Over Proposed Closure of Rockview State Prison
As the decision on the future of Rockview State Prison in Centre County approaches, local officials and residents are voicing deep concerns. The prison, which employs over 650 corrections workers, is slated for closure under a plan that would save $74 million in infrastructure upgrades. Critics argue that the closure could have significant economic and […]
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