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Bedford County drive-in celebrates new improvements
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the new improvements to the Sliver Lining Drive-In on Tuesday. A ribbon cutting was held on May 14 to celebrate a new projector for the drive-in as well as a way to thank the businesses involved in the upgrades. Kinsely and Sons, for […]
3-year-old died after being found in Huntingdon County, coroner confirms
HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A toddler that was reported missing died Friday night after being found to have accidentally drowned, according to the coroner. The Fulton County Coroner confirmed that the 3-year-old boy was pronounced dead just before midnight after being taken to the Fulton County Medical Center. Several attempts were made to revive […]
Bedford Wheels and Wings 2024: What to know
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Get ready Downtown Bedford, Wheels and Wing is back and has undergone some changes. On Saturday, May 18, bed races, car shows’ and a wing-off will fill the Downtown Bedford area with our own Jordan Tracy judging the wings. CAR AND TRUCK SHOW The annual event features a car and […]
Christmas in May: Blair County woman’s wish finally comes true
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – Christmas came early for Blair County 911 Administrative Assistant Wendy Traxler after last year’s wish just came true. In December 2023, Wendy went out on a limb and told the community that she only wanted one thing, a liver, hoping she’d find someone willing to donate. Five months later, she’s […]
Police: Blair County man with 19 illegal firearms threatened officer: ‘We’ll be meeting again’
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Blair County man wanted on arrest warrants was allegedly found with 19 illegal guns and ammo before threatening one of the arresting officers, police said. On Friday, May 10, multiple police departments, including Freedom Township and Greenfield Township, served a search warrant at an East Freedom home on Woodbury […]
VIDEO | Suspects burglarize Windber Country Club; steal cash from Skill, payout machines
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Take a look at this! Surveillance video from inside the Windber Country Club shows two suspects burglarizing the establishment overnight. Adams Township Police say the suspects broke in just before 3 a.m. Tuesday morning and targeted four Games of Skill machines, as well as the payout machine.
Five Central Pa counties awarded over $200k for senior community centers
(WTAJ) — Huntingdon, Bedford, Blair, Cambria and Jefferson County are among the 45 senior community centers that will be receiving grants to ensure older adults are supported in familiar, local places with services to stay healthy and connected to their communities. The Pennsylvania Department of Aging announced on Tuesday, May 14 that 45 Senior Community […]
POLICE: Bedford County man caught with heroin, meth after shoplifting
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Bedford County man is facing charges after he was allegedly caught with drugs after stealing from a Johnstown Walmart. Joseph Tinkey, 27, is facing drug and retail theft charges after he was allegedly caught stealing and officers found multiple drugs in his bag and car. On May 7, officers […]
Elementary students mural on display by Huntingdon County Arts Council
HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A mural created by students at Standing Stone Elementary shows visitors of the Huntingdon County Arts Council different animals that can be found at Raystown Lake. This year Raystown is celebrating 50 years. The students colored different fish, birds, and even more creatures for the mural. The lesson was to […]
Softball Recap: Olivia Hood leads New Castle to victory over Hopewell
New Castle scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They came out on top against the Hopewell Vikings by a score of 14-10. With that victory, New Castle brought their scoring average up to 6.6 runs per game. Olivia Hood made a big impact...
Best year in a decade for Blair County airport in 2023 despite loss of over $400k posted
A financial report states the Altoona-Blair County Airport had an operating loss of over $400,000 in 2023, but the airport manager said that number is out of context, and they had money in hand by the end of the year. The Altoona-Blair County airport manager Tracy Plessinger said even though...
PSP searching for missing toddler in Huntingdon County
HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania State Police are currently searching for a missing child. Details about the child are limited, but a firefighter with the Three Springs Volunteer Fire Company confirmed that an active search is ongoing now. They believe the child is a 3-year-old boy. The name and description of the child is […]
Spring 2024: New life, rainbows, blooming flowers and plenty of rain! | PHOTO GALLERY
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Spring has sprung across central Pennsylvania!. Viewers from across the state have submitted a variety of photos, including colorful rainbows, stunning sunsets and adorable animals. The region has also seen plenty of rain, which viewers have captured as well!
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