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'So excited:' Johnstown Christmas Tree returns to newly renovated Central Park

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — The Johnstown Christmas Tree is back in the newly renovated Central Park in downtown Johnstown after a one-year hiatus. Last year, the tree was relocated to People's Natural Gas Park due to the renovations at Central Park. On Friday, volunteers were putting up what they...

Johnstown, PA · 2d
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Amtrak Opens a Winter Fare Sale

Amtrak opened a Winter Wanderlust sale on November 5. The sale page says travelers can save up to 30 percent on routes nationwide. The terms on the same page say the discount is at least 30 percent off the Flex fare. Tickets must be booked from November 5 through November 12, for travel from December 1, 2026, through March 14, 2027. Two blackout stretches are excluded. This sale is separate from the Thanksgiving booking notice already on the site.

Altoona, PA · 2d
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INDIANA COUNTY IN LOW FIRE DANGER, BUT PEOPLE ADVISED TO BE CAREFUL WHEN BURNING

Fire Departments and other groups are warning people to be careful about burining. While we have had some rain recently and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources lists the county in the “low fire danger” category, people are being asked to take care when it comes to controlled burns. Autumn is one of the prime times for wildfires with leaves falling and drying, creating a “deep, fluffy layer” that creates a fire hazard.

Indiana County, PA · 1d

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Red Wolves Fall at Washington and Jefferson

WASHINGTON, Pa. – The Saint Francis University football team faced a tough challenge Saturday afternoon, falling 63-0 to Washington & Jefferson College at Cameron Stadium. The Presidents, who entered the game ranked among the top teams in the Presidents' Athletic Conference, jumped out to a 35-0 first-quarter lead and added 28 more points before halftime. Washington & Jefferson finished with 525 yards of total offense, including 360 on the ground.

Loretto, PA · 22h
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PURCHASE LINE BOARD TO VOTE ON SUPERINTENDENT RENEWAL

At their meeting tomorrow night, the Purchase Line school board is expected to approve a new three-year contract for superintendent Patricia Berezansky at an initial annual salary of $142,537. Among other planned actions are a number of personnel moves, including hiring assistant coaches for some of the sports teams. The...

Indiana County, PA · 14h

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Veteran fighting for memorial honoring soldiers who died in lesser-known military tragedy

As years go by, some stories fade with time. However, one Altoona veteran is trying to honor his fellow lost service members who died in lesser-known military tragedies in the 1970’s. The event has since been called "The Forgotten 49."

Altoona, PA · 1d

Erie Times News

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McDowell sets team records, then walks off Altoona in PIAA playoff game

When Chase Carrick took the handoff, he saw the gap. Seconds later, he was running toward his bench to celebrate with his teammates. Carrick scored on a 10-yard run in double overtime as McDowell outlasted Altoona 47-41 in a PIAA Class 6A subregional football game on Friday, Nov. 6, at James Conner Field. “I just wanted to get some yards after they didn’t score,” said Carrick. “When I saw the gap opened up I knew I was gone. I wasn’t going to mess it up.” McDowell (8-3) moves on to another PIAA subregional next week at State College after the Little Lions beat Erie High 55-0. More: District 10 football standings More: General McLane wins football rematch with Harbor Creek in District 10 Class 4A semifinals McDowell survived a pair of wild overtime periods. The Trojans had the ball first in overtime but couldn’t score any points as Altoona (6-5) picked off a pass on fourth down. With McDowell’s back against the wall, Joel Pulliam forced a fumble and Deonte Flemings fell on it to give the Trojans new life. Altoona had the ball to start the second overtime, but the McDowell defense forced another fumble with Braylon Green falling

Altoona, PA · 1d

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Spinning into new beginnings: Iron Rail Records aims to bring something new to Juniata

Two local entrepreneurs have come up with a new business idea that aims to provide music, creativity and a sense of community. While a record store may offer music and a bookstore may offer stories, Todd and Jessica Bennett aim to do something more. They want to provide a place for people to discover new interests, gain new skills and bring people together through creativity.

Altoona, PA · 2d

The Daily American

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Everett outlasts Conemaugh Township in District 5-2A championship

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP — Conemaugh Township eyed its second upset of the week when it took on top-seeded Everett in the District 5 Class 2A volleyball championship, Saturday, Nov. 7, at Pitt-Johnstown. Like its semifinal final contest against Windber, the title tilt went the distance. Unfortunately, Conemaugh Township could not complete the rally, as the Warriors earned a 23-25, 25-23, 25-19, 11-25, 15-12 victory. "You can't wait until the third and fourth game to put the pedal to the metal," said Conemaugh Township coach Laura Swank. "The nerves got to some of my players. Once we settled in, we had a battle. Everett, they're a phenomenal team. They're very scrappy. They don't give up." Champs again Berlin Brothersvalley bests Meyersdale for 4th straight D5-1A title Ones to watch Berlin bids for 4th straight D5 volleyball title, Class 2A wide open There were nine ties in the first set. After an 8-1 run by the Warriors, Conemaugh Township went on a 7-0 surge for a 22-21 advantage. Conemaugh Township closed the set, tallying 3 of the final 4 points, taking a 1-0 lead in the match. The second set was another battle. Trailing 17-12, Conemaugh Township notched five straight points to even

Everett, PA · 19h

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Somerset denies Central Mountain district volleyball title, 3-0

CRESSON, Pa. – There was a postgame consensus all around, Saturday at Mount Aloysius College just was not Central Mountain’s day. The Lady Wildcat volleyball team could never find a rhythm in falling in the District 6 AAAA championship tilt by a 3-0 score to Somerset. The win...

Cresson, PA · 21h

The Daily American

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Conemaugh Township upset, North Star cruises in D5 football semifinals

Four Somerset County football teams competed in District 5 semifinal matchups, Friday, Nov. 6. Meyersdale earned its second straight District 5-1A title berth with a win over Windber. It will face fourth-seeded Northern Bedford County, which upset Conemaugh Township. Meanwhile, in Class 2A, North Star rolled to a semifinal victory over Everett. Avenging a loss Meyersdale tops Windber for return trip to District 5-1A title game Conemaugh Township falls to Northern Bedford County Junior quarterback Trace Baker threw touchdown passes of 82 and 80 yards, guiding the Black Panthers to a 34-21 upset over Conemaugh Township. The Black Panthers built a 20-7 lead at halftime. Northern Bedford extended its lead to 34-7, before Conemaugh Township tallied two fourth-quarter scores, setting the final. Conemaugh Township junior quarterback Greyson Studer completed 16 of 26 passes for 261 yards and two touchdowns, including a 51-yard TD to Micah Murray and a 32-yard strike to Colton Shippey, who also added a rushing touchdown. Bryce Conn had six catches for 82 yards. Conemaugh Township, which played in the D5-1A title game last year, finished 8-3, its most wins in a season since 2018. "Our kids played hard and never gave up," Conemaugh Township coach Brandon

Somerset County, PA · 2d

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Docs: Bishop McCort aims to revise lawsuit against LHAC as PIAA & 6 schools push back

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Bishop McCort Catholic Academy is asking to revise its lawsuit against schools in the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference and the PIAA as the PIAA and six school districts are pushing back. The filings mark another procedural step in the case. A judge gave the defendants...

Johnstown, PA · 2d

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McConnellsburg Tops Conemaugh Township for District 5 Class A Title

McConnellsburg 3, Conemaugh Twp 1: The top-ranked Spartans beat the second-ranked Conemaugh Township Indians in the District 5 championship match Nov. 5 at Bedford High School. Hoyt Glenn put the Spartans ahead 1-0 six minutes into the match. Callen Mellott played a short corner to Ethan Lang, who sent the...

Mcconnellsburg, PA · 2d

The Daily American

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Meyersdale tops Windber for return trip to District 5-1A title game

MEYERSDALE — Junior Caleb Sines rushed for 110 yards and scored two total touchdowns as second-seeded Meyersdale avenged a regular season loss to third-seeded Windber 21-14 in a District 5-1A football semifinal, Friday, Nov. 6. "This feels really good, especially to get them back after they beat us in the regular season," said Sines. "To get Cooper (Porter) back against the team that hurt him and see him score a touchdown, this feels really nice. Now, we are just going to try and do what we did last year." Playoff highlights District 5 semifinals, Pa. high school football live scores Comprehensive coverage Complete Somerset County high school football coverage for 2026 Porter has not played since the first half of the Week 4 matchup against the Ramblers, sustaining a knee injury in the contest. He returned Friday night and made an impact. Porter played defense for much of the contest, but when senior Spencer Whitfield suffered a knee injury late in the third quarter, Porter stepped in on offense. He rushed for 34 yards on eight carries and scored a 2-yard rushing touchdown with 5:52 left in the game to extend Meyersdale's lead. "That was pretty unexpected," Meyersdale coach Ryan

Meyersdale, PA · 1d

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Red Wolves Fall to Susquehanna in High-Scoring Season Opener

LORETTO, Pa. – Opening night at DeGol Arena was electric. Saint Francis battled Susquehanna University on Friday in an up-tempo game before falling 101-93. Trey Weiand led the Red Wolves with 23 points and seven rebounds. Saint Francis forced 15 turnovers and piled up 22 second-chance points, but the River Hawks (1-0) shot 56.3 percent from the field.

Selinsgrove, PA · 1d

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Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana Freeze Warning Tonight: Lows Near 29° Nov 7-8

Frost Saturday morning gives way to a harder overnight chill, threatening plants and exposed plumbing.

Kentucky · 1d