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The Daily American

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Fire destroys Summit Township home, businesses

Somerset, PA · 5h

WTAJ

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Altoona-based Sheetz names new President and Chief Operating Officer

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona-based restaurant and convenience chain is shaking things up with a new President and Chief Operating Officer — Adam Sheetz, grandson of founder Bob Sheetz. Adam, who previously served as the company’s executive vice president of operations, will become President and COO effective Jan. 1, 2027. Travis Sheetz will remain […]

Altoona, PA · 2d

decorhint.com

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Over 1,000 Kinds Of Bulk Candy Fill The Bins At This Pennsylvania Sweet Shop

Five pounds of chocolate candy that flunked its beauty test can go home with you for under twenty dollars. The pieces came off a real production line, just a little lumpy, smudged, or lopsided. The star of this show is a marshmallow-filled chocolate cup that has been made in the...

Altoona, PA · 11d
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familydestinationsguide.com

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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 · 1d
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WJAC TV

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Johnstown’s Coney Island closes until further notice over reported electrical issue

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — A popular downtown Johnstown restaurant has closed until further notice because of a reported electrical issue. Coney Island announced on Facebook that it was closing at 11 a.m., citing concerns for employee and customer safety. The owner said Penelec and Tercek Electric are investigating...

Johnstown, PA · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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The Pennsylvania Antique Thrift Store You Should Visit Before The First Snow Falls

A 1918 Montgomery Ward department store now holds more than 100 vendors across four floors. Yes, the same company that once sold America everything by catalog. The building got a second life, and it’s packed with treasures. The ground floor ceilings rise 18 feet high. Restored maple floors run...

Carlisle, PA · 2d

Franklin County Free Press

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On The Market: Two Lovely Homes in Franklin County PA

Each Wednesday we are hand picking two properties to showcase for those looking to relocate in the county or find a new home within the county. Perfect blend of luxury, versatility, and tranquility. 1307 Wilson Ave, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Price: $460,000. Bedrooms: 4. Bathrooms: 2. Square Footage: 2,640. A wide...

Franklin County, PA · 7d

Franklin County Free Press

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Meritus Health Recognizes 17 Employees With Exceeding Expectations Awards

Meritus Health recognized 17 team members with Exceeding Expectations awards for going beyond their assigned duties. In a public announcement, the health system thanked the recipients for their care and dedication to patients and the community. Photo credits to Meritus Health.

Chambersburg, PA · 1d

Onward State

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Whitetail Lane Farm Goat Milk Soap Opens Calder Way Pop-Up

The farm specializes in soap but also offers bubble baths, sugar scrubs, lotions, tallow creams, and shower steamers.

State College, PA · 19h

WTAJ

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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 · 15h

StateCollege.com

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Citizens Bank to Close Downtown State College Branch in Early 2027

A national bank's downtown State College branch is set to close its doors in 2027. Citizens Bank's location at 214 E. College Ave. will officially close on Feb. 10, according to a letter recently sent to customers. Erica Weinschenk, vice president of communications for the bank, said there will be no changes to its operating hours or services before that date, and customers will continue to be served at neighboring branch locations. While the closure ends a decades-long presence in the downtown for Citizens, which previously operated at 122 E. College Ave. and 345 E. Beaver Ave., there will still be two branches remaining in the State College area located at 1900 S. Atherton St. and 1826 N. Atherton St. According to bank officials, there will be no changes to customer accounts when the branch closes. Customers can continue to bank at the nearby branches, ATMS, online and on the bank's mobile app. As for why the branch is closing, Weinschenk told StateCollege.com that the company is "investing in a modern branch network in the locations that best serve our customers, with a greater focus on personalized advice and support." "We continue to invest in mobile and digital capabilities to

State College, PA · 7h

WJAC TV

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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...

Huntingdon County, PA · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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State College Sellers Are Cutting Prices at a Rate Well Above the National Share

State College sellers were cutting prices at a rate well above the national share, giving buyers more room to negotiate on a deal.

State College, PA · 12h

localnews1.org

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Chambersburg families face $9.91 yearly tax hike

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Borough Manager Jeffrey Stonehill presented the proposed 2027 budget to Chambersburg Borough Council on Monday evening, outlining just one tax increase for residents. Taxes for police, fire and EMS will remain unchanged. The only proposed increase was for the public works complex bond tax, bringing the...

Chambersburg, PA · 1d

tristatealert.com

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ICYM – Get ready Chambersburg – your taxes are going up

CHAMBERSBURG – Chambersburg Borough residents could see an increase of approximately $125 a year in property taxes and utility costs under the borough’s proposed 2027 budget. The proposed budget was presented to Borough Council during its meeting Monday night. While the budget includes no increases to police or...

Chambersburg, PA · 19h

Chambersburg Public Opinion

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Downtown Chambersburg offers businesses grants up to $5,000

Downtown Chambersburg businesses and property owners can apply for up to $5,000 in matching grants through a new round of a downtown improvement program. The third round of the Business Improvement Microgrant program is open to current business owners and property owners in Chambersburg's designated Historic District, according to a community announcement. Downtown Chambersburg Inc. administers the program with funding from Main Street Matters, a program of the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. The program is intended to expand access to funding for downtown businesses, encourage local investment and support improvements in the downtown area. Previous rounds awarded more than $45,000 The first two rounds distributed more than $45,000 to downtown Chambersburg businesses, according to the announcement. Projects funded through the grants included marketing and promotional activities, structural or interior improvements, and technology and connectivity improvements. “Small businesses are a vital part of what makes downtown Chambersburg unique, and investing in them helps keep our downtown thriving,” Stephen Christian, president and executive director of the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, said in the announcement. “Through the first two rounds, these microgrants have helped local businesses bring new ideas to life and make improvements that strengthen our downtown. We’re

Chambersburg, PA · 18h

pennbizreport.com

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Concurrent Technologies announces changes to leadership team

Johnstown-based Concurrent Technologies Corp., an applied scientific research and development professional services nonprofit organization, recently announced three changes to its leadership team, effective Jan. 4. John Klein will retire on Dec. 31 after more than 33 years with the company. Most recently, he served as vice president and chief financial...

Johnstown, PA · 2d

WTAJ

partner publisher · 121.6K followers

Here comes the sun, but not everywhere: Somerset County regulates solar facility placement

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Data centers aren’t the only facilities under new regulations in Somerset County. According to our media partners at The Tribune-Democrat, the county’s new ordinance regulating solar facilities, approved in October, drew complaints from residents, with some calling for the setback requirement to be shortened. Proposed solar farms larger than 1,000 […]

Somerset County, PA · 2d

WJAC TV

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Popular convenience store chain Sheetz names new company president & COO

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Popular Blair County-based convenience store chain Sheetz has named a new president and COO of the company. According to a company announcement, Adam Sheetz, the grandson of founder Bob Sheetz, will assume the role at the beginning of 2027. The company says that as...

Blair County, PA · 2d