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Man previously convicted of domestic violence gets up to 120 years for latest attack
Harrisburg, Pa. — A Pennsylvania man with an "extensive" history of domestic violence was sentenced to 60-120 years in prison for his latest conviction, according to Attorney General Michelle Henry. The Greene County man was convicted of strangulation and sexual assault of a woman in Jackson Township in 2022. Ian Nakonechni was found guilty in October 2023 and recently sentenced in Greene County Court. A jury found him guilty of...
Pennsylvania State Police Troop C holds memorial to remember fallen troopers
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (WTAJ) – Pennsylvania State Police Troop C held a memorial for all the fallen troopers in the 119-year history of the department. The Pennsylvania State Police was founded in 1905 and ever since its founding, there have been 104 members killed on duty. Most recently Trooper Jacques Rogeau Jr., was killed in action […]
Comcast receives over $61 million to expand internet in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Comcast has been awarded more than $61 million to expand its network to more homes and businesses across Pennsylvania, including in Blair and Cambria Counties. Comcast was selected by the state, as part of the Broadband Infrastructure Program funded by the Capital Projects Fund (CPF), to expand its network across 158 […]
How Caitlin Clark is inspiring Indiana's next generation of girls basketball stars
INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark's impact on high school girls basketball is being felt across the state. And while it's not necessarily a new phenomenon — she's been a source of inspiration for many athletes throughout her career — there's no doubt Clark's status as a member of the Indiana Fever will only further her impact. ...
All About Forensics Science
Forensic Scientist Alyshia Meyers speaking at the Portage Public Library late this afternoon for an event called All About Forensics Science. A handful of families were in attendance. The program is part of the Library’s Community STEM Cafe’s, which is made possible by a mini grant from the Appalachia Intermediate...
Oh deer! Animals cause I-77 crash in Jackson Township that results in diesel fuel leak
JACKSON TWP. ‒ Two deer that ran in front of a dump truck caused a collision Monday morning that led to about 40 gallons of diesel fuel leaking onto Interstate 77 and an exit ramp. Police Lt. Jason Collins said the truck hit the deer while driving north on...
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