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Landlords fined $15,000 for code enforcement violations in Altoona

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) -- Altoona homes and buildings owned by groups from New Jersey were targeted for code violations, leading to $15,000 in fines. According to the City, 15 summary citations were filed by code enforcement for continued noncompliance with rental property violations. On Thursday, Nov. 5, during codes court,...

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Proposed poultry barn raises concerns for a Blair County community

DUNCANSVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A proposed poultry barn, the root cause of community outcry, was one of the several matters discussed at the Blair Township Supervisors meeting. On Charger Highway in Duncansville, plans for a large-scale poultry barn have been proposed through the Roman Musser AG Operation Land Development Plan. This plan includes bringing around […]

Blair County, PA · 2d

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This Beloved Mountain Town Was Named The Poorest City In Pennsylvania, But Locals Say It Is Rich In Charm

A cable car here climbs a hillside so steep that Guinness calls it the steepest vehicular inclined plane in the world. It can carry cars, too. That alone made me look twice. The same city has the only Marvel-approved public art mural on the planet. It also has a downtown...

Johnstown, PA · 10d
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Centre County restaurant inspections for Nov. 2-8

The state inspected the following food establishments in Centre County. To find more restaurant safety information, view full inspection reports, and sign up for real-time text or email alerts for specific restaurants or locations, visit Spotlight PA’s Restaurant Safety Tracker. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture produces retail food inspection...

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This Overlooked Pennsylvania Town Has Homes Under $150,000 That Locals Are Snapping Up Fast

Here’s a question worth sitting with for a moment: what if the best place to live in Pennsylvania isn’t the place everyone’s already talking about?. Altoona has been sitting quietly in the Allegheny Mountains, doing its thing, building its community, and maintaining its character while the rest of the country has been busy arguing about which overpriced city is the most desirable place to spend all of your money on rent.

Altoona, PA · 3d

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Award-winning journalist Jim Wentz donates decades of reporting to Blair County Historical

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Knowledge seekers in Blair County are now able to read about several decades worth of world and local history, as seen through the eyes of an award winning journalist who called the county home. Jim Wentz has donated the body of his life’s work...

Blair County, PA · 2d

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‘Holiday Lights on the Lake’ returns, celebrating its 30th season through festive displays

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Holiday Lights on the Lake returns to Lakemont Park, spreading holiday cheer through nearly 200 light displays. Attendees will get to enjoy the festive displays, with favorites such as the Avenue of Trees and Tunnel of Lights to visit. Many different holiday activities, shopping, performances, and other […]

Altoona, PA · 2d

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Portage Korean War Veteran, 50 Years in Same Home, Gets Free Roof on Veterans Day

David Parkin and his wife, Georgette, spent Veterans Day watching strangers tear the old roof off the Portage Township home they have lived in for more than 50 years and replace it for free. By the end of the day, the house had new oriented strand board, repaired ventilation and fresh shingles — all paid for by someone else.

Altoona, PA · 1d

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PennDOT updates drivers on I-80 eastbound on-ramp closures at Bellefonte

BELLEFONTE — The state Dept. of Transportation recently announced that the contractor for its High-Speed Interchange project between Interstates 80 and 99 is extending the closure of the eastbound on-ramp at exit 161/Bellefonte the began on Oct. 12. This extension is part of the larger project to enhance traffic safety by providing a direct connection between the two Interstates, making it unnecessary to travel along Route 26 to access them and alleviating congestion.

Bellefonte, PA · 1d

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Mission is a go: Centre Co. family’s quest for a military flyover finally scheduled

CENTER COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — One local family has been working for the past year to get their late father a military flyover; their efforts have not gone unnoticed. A date and time have been set, and a squadron has signed on to take the mission. The military flyover means a lot to the family, […]

Centre County, PA · 1d

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Can Centre County expect its first snowfall this weekend? What to know

Centre County has enjoyed an unusually warm fall, but that appears to be coming to an end — at least for a weekend. Temperatures in the State College area are predicted to approach freezing Friday night and dip below freezing at around 26 degrees Saturday night. But, despite early forecast models that prematurely predicted several inches of snow, AccuWeather meteorologist Alex DaSilva said there likely won’t be any significant snowfall in Happy Valley. It’s still possible, DaSilva said, that State College might technically record its first snowfall of the year Friday into Saturday. But, with minimal precipitation, he’s projecting it would likely amount to one-tenth of an inch or a trace of snow, the latter of which would technically not qualify as the season’s first snowfall because it must be a measurable amount. “I’m not ruling that out,” DaSilva told the CDT, referring to a measurable one-tenth of an inch. “I just don’t think people should expect to wake up Saturday morning, look outside and see white.” Last year, the first measurable snowfall came Nov. 10 at a half-inch. In 2024, it was Nov. 24. And, in 2023, it was Halloween on Oct. 31. If locals don’t experience a measurable

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Centre County farms work to offset losses after spring freeze left little fruit to pick

In early April, temperatures in central Pennsylvania climbed well above normal and hit 85 degrees. During this brief moment of warmth, the apple trees on Harner Farm grew their flower buds in white and pink, two weeks ahead of schedule. Then cold weather came overnight on April 20. By morning, a freeze had settled across several East Coast states. In Centre County, temperatures fell into the 20s. Since the warmth forced Harner Farm’s flowers to bloom early, just a few hours coated in the freeze was enough to destroy every single one, said Chris Harner, its owner. Not a single tree grew an apple to pick — a similar reality for many farms across the state. Last week, $10 million in state disaster relief grants were issued to 319 Pennsylvania fruit growers in 48 counties to help offset the losses. Harner Farm was bought by Harner’s grandfather in 1945. Though it’s grappled with weather damaging its crops before, the current owner said it hasn’t faced this kind of total devastation in over 30 years. This fall, local, college students and a few regulars still visited the farm to browse pumpkins too heavy to carry and take photos near the sweet

Centre County, PA · 9h

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'...today it's us:' Veterans Day roof donation assists Portage area Army vet

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — In honor of Veterans Day, two companies are teaming up to give back to those who served, and this year’s recipient is an Army veteran in Portage. A nationally known manufacturer of building supplies is providing the materials while a local roofing company...

Portage, PA · 1d

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Centre County commissioners split on renewing fee for local use

CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Centre County’s board voted 2-1 to renew its fee for local use at its meeting this morning, with one member voicing concern over the program. Centre County’s fee for local use is the $5 fee included with every vehicle registration in the county. The money collected from that fee can […]

Centre County, PA · 2d

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Pa. DCNR unveils new climate action plan

Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is unveiling a new climate action plan for the state, with varying deadlines for goals between 2030 and 2050. Several DCNR officials spoke Tuesday at the Mira Lloyd Dock Resource Conservation Center in Spring Mills, Centre County.  Formerly known as Penn Nursery and Woodshop, the state-run tree nursery […]

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Tyrone Preliminary Budget Includes Tax Increase

Tyrone Borough Council members approved a preliminary 2027 spending plan that includes a proposed 0.5-mill property tax increase aimed at stabilizing the municipality’s long-term finances. Reportedly, under the proposed budget, general fund revenues are projected at roughly $4.5 million against approximately $4.2 million in estimated expenditures. If enacted, the millage rate would rise from 4.725 mills to 5.25 mills, costing the average resident an additional $52.50 per $100,000 of assessed property value. The preliminary budget is currently available for a 10-day public inspection at the borough office, 1100 Logan Ave. Council is scheduled to vote on final adoption during its Dec. 14th meeting.

Tyrone, PA · 1d

State College

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NAMA identifies potential permanent home in Potter Township

POTTER TOWNSHIP — The Nittany Antique Machinery Association is moving toward purchasing a nearly $4 million property along U.S. Route 322 in Potter Township that would provide a permanent home for its popular antique machinery shows, a year-round museum and a community event center. Attorney William Burnett, who represents...

Centre County, PA · 1d

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Centre County honors veterans with annual ceremony in Bellefonte

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Centre County was one of many areas celebrating Veterans Day with its annual ceremony. The warm weather led to a “good turnout” Wednesday morning, according to event organizers. “Veterans Day is different to Memorial Day. This is for all that served, and I think it’s to honor those because I think […]

Centre County, PA · 1d

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Huntingdon County farmer, Marine vet named first recipient of Pa's veteran Ag award

HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — A special honor has been presented to one Huntingdon County farmer for his decades of military experience, as well as a family farming operation that has drawn national recognition. They wear a uniform to protect the land and then come home to work the...

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