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POLICE: Wanted Somerset County man found hiding in crawl space
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A wanted Stoystown man was arrested after police found him hiding in a crawl space during a search of a home. Sean Carothers, 49, is facing drug charges after officers found meth, marijuana and drug paraphernalia in a home where he was hiding, according to the criminal complaint. On May […]
Somerset County man accused of attempting to rape minor
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Somerset County man is facing charges after he was accused of attempting to rape an underage girl. Travis Taresco, 27, of Hooversville is accused of assaulting a minor when she was around the age of 11, according to the criminal complaint. On Feb. 24, 2023, troopers from Pennsylvania State […]
Verizon receiving $13.5 million to bring high speed internet to Somerset County
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority has approved $204 million in Broadband Infrastructure Program grant awards to 53 projects in 42 Pennsylvania counties. “Too many Pennsylvanians don’t have the high-speed internet they need to do their homework, support their small business or stay connected with loved ones. Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, we’re changing that,” said U.S. Sen. Bob Casey in a news release. “This funding will help close the digital divide in Pennsylvania communities that need it most, rural and urban areas alike.”
Cambria County High Speed Police Chase
Authorities in Cambria County say a Summerhill woman is behind bars after leading police on a high-speed chase Wednesday evening. Police say the incident began around 7:15 p.m. when an officer with the East Conemaugh Borough police department approached a vehicle at the Water Works Car Wash. Authorities say the...
Arrest made after multiple horses were shot, killed in Bedford County
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — An arrest has been made after multiple horses were shot in the head and killed in Bedford County. Waylon Cole Brennan, 25, of Breezewood, was charged with animal cruelty after state police were called about two horses being shot in the head and dying. Troopers said they were called to […]
Weather alert for fog in part of Pennsylvania until Monday morning
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 3:03 a.m. for fog until 9 a.m. for Cambria, Blair, Huntingdon, Somerset, Bedford, Fulton and Franklin counties. "Patchy dense valley fog will reduce visibilities to less than a quarter of a mile through the mid morning, prime...
PSP: West Virginia man killed in Bedford County crash involving tractor-trailer
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — State police say a West Virginia man was killed Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle crash, involving a tractor-trailer, in Bedford County. Investigators say 70-year-old Walter Kwapien, of Morgantown, WV, was reportedly stopped at a stop sign, near the intersection of Allegheny Road and Hyndman Road, in Manns Choice Borough.
Weather alert issued for gusty showers in Cambria and Somerset counties Friday evening
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 6:43 p.m. on Friday for gusty showers until 7:30 p.m. for Cambria and Somerset counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 6:41 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a line of gusty showers along a line extending from...
Morning Roundup: Hopewell Area school bus driver suspended for alleged gun on board
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Friday, May 17:. Hopewell Area school bus driver suspended after alleged gun incident. A Hopewell Area School District bus driver was suspended after he was accused of bringing a gun on a school bus while transporting students. Superintendent Jeff...
Who are the Somerset County baseball teams and players to watch in the postseason?
A trio of Somerset County teams will be the top seeds in their respective classes when the District 5 baseball playoffs begin this week. Somerset turned in an impressive 15-5 mark, earning the LHAC West section title. The Golden Eagles are the top seed out of District 5 in Class 3A. Meanwhile, North Star...
Softball Game Recap: Windber Takes a Loss
Wednesday just wasn't the day for Windber's offense. They wound up with the same score they had in their last game (10-0), but sadly the team found themselves on the wrong side of the score this time. The loss continues a trend for them in their matchups with Berlin Brothersvalley: they've now lost five in a row.
Dogs from shelters enjoy day out at ‘Bark in the Park’ in Blair County
NEWRY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Some local shelter dogs got to enjoy a Saturday afternoon outside while meeting new friends — and maybe even a future family — at Bark in the Park in Newry, Blair County. The Newry lions club sponsored the event to benefit the Central PA Humane Society and Mending Hearts. “It really […]
Vote for the Daily American Somerset County Athlete of the Week for May 13-18
Each Monday, the Daily American will select nominees for Female and Male Athlete of the Week in Somerset County for the spring sports season. We will post the polls each Monday at 5 p.m., and voters will have through Wednesday at 5 p.m. to vote. Votes are limited to one per IP address or computer network. ...
Somerset County property transfers for the week of May 6-10
Here are the property transfers recorded with the Somerset County Recorder of Deeds from May 6-10. Lisa Burton to Kristy Bustamante, Shade Township, $49,900. Richard and Sherry Sherrin to Brian and Kiflyn McCabe, Jenner Township, $20,000. Christopher and Kym Pelcher to Apres Ski Rentals LLC, Middlecreek Township, $425,000. Richard and...
Perry Wellington 4.5 – Perry’s Properties: May 17, 2024
This one-story home is located on a large corner lot in the highly sought-after, Riggles Gap area, within the Bellwood Antis School District. It features an eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and a large island. Appliances have all been purchased within the last couple of years and are in ”like new” condition. There is a separate dining room off the kitchen with beautifully finished hardwood floors. The large living room has a sliding door that leads to a covered deck, perfect for entertaining. There are 3 bedrooms. One of the bedrooms is currently being used as a laundry room, however, it can easily be converted back to a bedroom. There are washer and dryer hookups in the basement as well. This property also has an oversized one-car garage and central air. A new metal roof was installed in 2018. There are hardwood floors under the carpet in the bedrooms just waiting to be uncovered!
Marshalls, 'needed and welcomed here' opens in Somerset County
It was a lively morning Thursday at 1534 N. Center Ave. when Marshalls opened its doors for the first time. There was a ribbon cutting, and a gift given to the first person in a long line that began to form at about 7:30 a.m. The new retail store opened at 8 a.m. and the line snaked along the sidewalk past the store. By 8:02 a.m., the parking lot in front of the store was nearly full. Cars continued to roll in slowly as drivers looked for rare parking spaces.
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