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PSP Tips: $10k reward for info. on missing person Fawn Mountain
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — PSP Tips is now offering a $10,000 reward for information that solves the missing person case of Fawn Marie Mountain. Pennsylvania State Police Troop G (Hollidaysburg Station) is continuing the investigation on Fawn Mountain. Their investigation revealed that she was last seen in November of 2012 at her residence, which was […]
Apply to compete for the title of the Bedford County Fair Queen
BEDFORD, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Bedford County Fair will be celebrating its 150th Anniversary this summer. Applications for fair queen have officially opened, and ladies who are interested in participating have until May 15th to enter. The purpose of this contest is to encourage the promotion of agricultural Fairs...
Local campground opens new and improved game room
A ribbon cutting for a new game room happened Wednesday morning at Friendship Village Campground in Bedford. Betsie Neff, one of the owners of Friendship Village, said they always had a game room at the campground, but took it over after the previous owners of the room told them they were going out of business.
PennDOT suspends I-83 construction project in wake of deaths of 3 Somerset workers
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with PennDOT say the construction project on Interstate 83 in York County has been suspended due to last week’s fatal crash that claimed the lives of three local men. PennDOT adds that they do not know when the work will resume. The...
Man with 25K doses of heroin caught on PA turnpike in Bedford County, troopers report
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A large amount of heroin — 25,000 doses — was found during a traffic stop on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Bedford County, state police reported. State police said that on Oct. 31, 2023, Ydale Thomas, 35, of Wilmerding, was stopped going west on the Turnpike in East Providence Township after […]
Who's open: Where to get your first (or next) ice cream cone this season
Warm weather has once again awakened one of Somerset County's favorite outdoor activities: A trip to the local ice cream shop. Whether you prefer a cone, dish, shake or sundae, many of the county's seasonal ice cream stands have already opened, are opening this week, or are getting ready to open soon.
Where are the road construction projects in Somerset County this year? Take a look.
SIPESVILLE – PennDOT District 9 representatives this week outlined the department’s plans to complete 30 road projects across Somerset County this year. The department’s 2024 schedule includes 12 construction projects: An extensive slide repair project along Route 403 in Conemaugh Township, the start of a two-year project to replace three bridges along Route 3001 (Fort Hill Road) in Addison Township and several bridge rehabilitation, road resurfacing and safety improvement projects and two sidewalk construction projects in other locations across the county.
Cambria, Somerset County homeowners encouraged to apply for funding
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund (PAHAF) has reopened for any Cambria or Somerset County residents who were affected by COVD-19. To be eligible for PAHAF, the property must be in Pennsylvania and the homeowner must own and occupy the property as their primary residence. Furthermore, the homeowner must be at […]
New Jennerstown Speedway GM eager as 2024 racing season begins
The 2024 Jennerstown Speedway Complex racing season begins on Saturday night. For the second straight year, the track will have a new general manager. Jared Adams, who has been a part of the speedway in various roles since 2020, takes over for Brad Boxler. Adams is gearing up for a jam-packed racing schedule.
Pitt-Johnstown holds 2024 graduation ceremony
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown class of 2024 celebrated their graduation Saturday afternoon, with hundreds of students receiving their diplomas in the Pitt-Johnstown Sports Center. Audiences heard remarks from various university leaders, as well as the 2024 Pitt-Johnstown class president. They also heard from commencement speaker Admiral Michelle Howard;...
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