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Cambria County Olympian Dan Barefoot back in training, chasing next Winter Games

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — After competing on the Olympic stage in Milan Cortina, Johnstown-area native Dan Barefoot is back in training — and already working toward the next four-year Olympic cycle — but the cost of staying competitive remains a major hurdle. Barefoot finished 20th in...

Johnstown, PA · 1d
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Dakota Hall honored for work helping Franklin County families

Dakota Hall, an aging care manager who oversees a caregiver support program that has more than doubled in size, has been named Franklin County’s October Employee of the Month. Hall has worked for Franklin County since March 2023 and serves with the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging, according to a community announcement. The Franklin County Commissioners presented Hall with the award during their Nov. 4 public meeting. The county’s Special Thanks and Recognition (STAR) Committee selects Employee of the Month recipients. The committee received 10 nominations for the October award, including four for Hall. Nominations highlight Hall's dependability Coworkers cited Hall’s reliability, knowledge and ability to manage the growing Caregiver Support Program among the reasons for her recognition. “One of the qualities that makes Dakota stand out is her dependability,” one nomination said according to the announcement. “She can be counted on to show up, work hard and follow through with her commitments.” The nomination noted that Hall is the only employee who runs the Caregiver Support Program, handling intakes and making sure paperwork is submitted on time and families receive the support and services they need. The program served 37 consumers when Hall began and now serves nearly

Franklin County, PA · 2d

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Shoe Sensation to donate Mayor’s Day sales to endowment fund

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Shoppers in Ebensburg will have an opportunity to support a local community fund while making purchases this weekend. As part of Mayor’s Day on Nov. 14, Shoe Sensation will donate 5% of all sales made that day to the Ebensburg Endowment Fund, the charity selected by Mayor Randy Datsko. The […]

Ebensburg, PA · 15h

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'...today it's us:' Veterans Day roof donation assists Portage area Army vet

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — In honor of Veterans Day, two companies are teaming up to give back to those who served, and this year’s recipient is an Army veteran in Portage. A nationally known manufacturer of building supplies is providing the materials while a local roofing company...

Portage, PA · 1d
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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 · 1d

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Somerset County area students explore career options during UPMC Somerset visit

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — High school students from Somerset County had the chance to explore some career opportunities on Tuesday at UPMC Somerset. Students from Windber Area High School, Meyersdale Area High School and the Somerset County Technology Center took part in hands-on activities to see what a day-in-the-life looks like for some people who work at the hospital.

Somerset County, PA · 2d

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BA’s 2026 PennDOT snowplow now complete

Bellwood-Antis is proud to announce that our PennDOT snowplow is officially complete. It has been entirely painted by our finest students with the help of Mrs. McNaul and will shortly be exhibited at PennDOT in Hollidaysburg. A lot of work went into this plow – a lot of work we’re sure will pay off.

Hollidaysburg, PA · 1d

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Somerset County community, lawmakers honor area veterans with free breakfast event

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Veterans continue to be recognized in our area. On Thursday morning, a free breakfast took place in Somerset County. Representative Carl Walker Metzgar and Senator Pat Stefano hosted the breakfast at the Somerset American Legion Post 181 in Somerset. Veterans were able to share...

Somerset County, PA · 11h

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'...saying thank you:' Annual Windber Veterans Day Parade honors local service members

WINDBER, Pa (WJAC) — In Somerset County, a Veteran's Day parade was held Wednesday morning in Windber. The parade route started near the Moose Lodge on Jackson Avenue to Park Plaza, continuing down Graham Avenue to Veteran's Park. Major Eric Bowser, who's an engineer officer in the United States...

Windber, PA · 1d

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Franklin County Recognizes Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed November 15–21, 2026, as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, encouraging residents to learn about the causes of hunger and homelessness and ways to support those affected. According to the county, more than 19,000 residents were receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits as...

Franklin County, PA · 18h

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Far From Tyrone, Close to Each Other: McKinney Brothers Serve Overseas

While almost all siblings share childhood memories and family traditions, TAHS alumni and brothers Dylan and Caleb McKinney share something far less ordinary: the honor of wearing the uniform and serving their country in the United States Armed Forces. “. — Adam McKinney. Although the McKinneys chose different branches, Caleb (TAHS...

Tyrone, PA · 2d

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Tyrone Preliminary Budget Includes Tax Increase

Tyrone Borough Council members approved a preliminary 2027 spending plan that includes a proposed 0.5-mill property tax increase aimed at stabilizing the municipality’s long-term finances. Reportedly, under the proposed budget, general fund revenues are projected at roughly $4.5 million against approximately $4.2 million in estimated expenditures. If enacted, the millage rate would rise from 4.725 mills to 5.25 mills, costing the average resident an additional $52.50 per $100,000 of assessed property value. The preliminary budget is currently available for a 10-day public inspection at the borough office, 1100 Logan Ave. Council is scheduled to vote on final adoption during its Dec. 14th meeting.

Tyrone, PA · 1d

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County leaders, local students honor Cambria area veterans with various gatherings

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Cambria County honored local veterans on Tuesday while also celebrating the 251st birthday of the United States Marine Corps. The county's veterans services office hosted a special ceremony at the Cambria County courthouse rotunda in Ebensburg. The event, now in its second year, also...

Cambria County, PA · 2d

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Roof Works USA honors local veteran with new roof

PORTAGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A local veteran in Portage is getting a new roof this Veterans Day thanks to a partnership between Roof Works USA and Purple Hearts Homes. David Parkin, also known as “Spark”, is a veteran who was stationed in Korea during the Vietnam Conflict. His home was selected for the project on […]

Portage, PA · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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School bus violations increase statewide; Franklin County provider receives safety funding

Pennsylvania authorities documented 196 drivers illegally passing stopped school buses during a single day of enforcement in October, an increase from the previous year, according to results released by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The violations were recorded during Operation Safe Stop, an annual statewide initiative involving law enforcement agencies...

Franklin County, PA · 2d

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Veterans groups, Fire Department and students march in Johnstown Veterans Day parade

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Veterans Day was marked in Johnstown with an annual parade that brought community groups and veterans organizations together on Main Street. Parade participants marched down Main Street Wednesday evening as communities across the nation and the commonwealth honored those who served. The parade featured the...

Johnstown, PA · 16h

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Altoona receives federal designations aimed at promoting private investment

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The City of Altoona has received two federal Qualified Opportunity Zone (QZC) designations, which are expected to boost private investment and economic growth. According to Mayor Matt Pacifico, the program is intended to create jobs and opportunities for new businesses, redevelopment and job creation. The zones are part of the […]

Altoona, PA · 2d

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The Funky Little Pennsylvania Town That Feels Like Stepping Into A Vintage Movie Set

Somewhere in the Pocono Mountains, tucked between two green ridgelines like a secret someone forgot to keep, sits Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, a town so impossibly charming it almost doesn’t seem real. If you’ve never been, you’re missing out on one of the most visually stunning, historically rich, and genuinely...

Jim Thorpe, PA · 3d