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One sent to the hospital after Johnstown assault, car theft

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting another man before stealing his car. Kyle Sharp, 36, of Johnstown, is charged with robbery of a motor vehicle, robbery, and aggravated assault, all first-degree felonies; receiving stolen property, a third-degree felony; and simple assault, a first-degree misdemeanor. Around 8:15 p.m. on Oct. […]

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Hope 4 Johnstown seeks acquittal as trial paused until December

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The prosecution rested its case against Hope 4 Johnstown. According to our media partners at The Tribune-Democrat, a state trooper testified Tuesday that the nonprofit’s board failed to properly oversee former executive director Quan Britt, allowing a ticket fraud scheme to go undetected. The lead investigator, Trooper Eric Guido, described […]

Johnstown, PA · 1d

Wellsboro Gazette

Cheapest gas stations in Johnstown

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Johnstown using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 4025 Crawford Ave, Northern Cambria, PA. - Price: $4.29. #3. Sheetz (tie) - Address: 139 S Main St, Carrolltown, PA. - Price:...

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4 charged with attacking woman at Altoona bar, hospitalizing man

ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — Four men have been charged after an alleged attack on a woman outside of 4D’s Lounge in Altoona before sending a man to the hospital. Jayden Alan Dreischalick, 22, Malachi Lamar Blong, 21, Jevaughn Lamar Brown, 24, and Branden L. Thompkins Jr., 25, all of Altoona, were charged with aggravated assault […]

Altoona, PA · 1d

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Police respond to shooting in Somerset County, one rushed to hospital

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Police are investigating after a person was shot Wednesday in Stonycreek Township. While details are limited, District Attorney Tom Leiden confirmed to WTAJ that a person was shot and taken to a local hospital. Their condition is unknown at this time. Police continue to investigate.

Somerset County, PA · 6h

WJAC TV

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...

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Bold Athletics celebrates grand opening of new Downtown Johnstown location

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A former Rite Aid building in downtown Johnstown has been transformed into the new home of Bold Athletics. The fitness gym recently celebrated the grand opening of its new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members, local leaders, and supporters. The event also marked the business’s fourth year […]

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Detour planned for Somerset County bridge rehab project

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Drivers are being warned of a planned detour for a Somerset County roadway as a bridge rehabilitation project begins this weekend. According to PennDOT, the project will begin Saturday, Nov. 14, for the 22nd Street Bridge over Seese Run in Windber and will last through October 2027. The work includes […]

Somerset County, PA · 1d

WTAJ

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

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Two men charged in Somerset County wire theft, $100,000 damage reported

SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Two Salisbury men are facing charges after Pennsylvania State Police say a large amount of wire was stolen from a property in Somerset County. The theft caused an estimated $100,000 in damage. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, troopers were dispatched to a reported theft on Garrett Road in Black […]

Somerset County, PA · 2d

CBS Pittsburgh

Woman stole thousands of dollars in jewelry from nursing home residents, police say

A woman accused of stealing thousands of dollars in jewelry from residents of the nursing home has admitted to the crime.

Ligonier, PA · 2d

familydestinationsguide.com

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 · 2d

WJAC TV

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 · 19h

aahsmountainecho.com

Thrifting craze takes over Altoona

Thrifting has become a large part of shopping in recent times. It involves buying clothes and accessories secondhand, whether that be in person or online. Thrifting also usually ends up being a cheaper option than going to retail stores. Head Principal Andrew Neely is one person who has gotten caught...

Altoona, PA · 2d

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Penn Highlands opens new Center for Culinary Excellence in downtown Johnstown

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Highlands Community College has opened a new location for its Center for Culinary Excellence in downtown Johnstown. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the new location inside the Frank J. Pasquerilla Center, which is expected to help grow the program by providing more space, greater […]

Johnstown, PA · 18h

The Daily American

Salisbury men headed to trial on charges of stealing $100,00 in metal

State police in Somerset have charged two Salisbury men with taking metal wire valued at approximately $100,000 from a property in Black Township, Somerset County, and reselling it as scrap. Geread Hoover, 43, and Ryan Merrbach, 35, are each charged with one count of burglary, criminal trespassing and criminal mischief, all felonies, as well as misdemeanor charges of theft of secondary metal and defiant trespassing. Hoover is also charged with one felony count of identity theft, as well as evading arrest, escape and resisting arrest charges that were added in October after he was apprehended by county detectives and the Somerset County Sheriff's office . "After months of searching for Geread Hoover, the Somerset County Sheriff’s Department, working alongside county detectives, successfully apprehended him following a stakeout and a foot pursuit," the sheriff's office posted on Oct. 21 on its official Facebook page. "The search required dedication, persistence, and continued investigative efforts. Through teamwork, coordination, and determination, law enforcement officers were able to bring this search to an end and take Hoover into custody." Merrbach and Hoover have since waived their cases to Somerset County Court, where Merrbach is scheduled to stand trial in January and Hoover in February. Hoover

Salisbury, PA · 8h

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MAN CHARGED WITH RAPING TWO CHILDREN SCHEDULED FOR HEARING TODAY

A hearing is scheduled today for a man suspected of raping two children. The hearing for 68-year-old Patrick Joseph Williams of Indiana is scheduled for this afternoon in front of Indiana County President Judge Thomas Bianco. He faces charges of rape by forcible compulsion, involuntary deviant sexual assault of someone under 16 and indecent assault of someone under 13 for incidents in 1995 and 1998. The victims told Indiana Borough Police in May of 2022 of the incidents and officers arrested him after a five-month investigation. Today’s hearing concerns a motion to quash a subpoena from Williams’ attorney on mental health-related grounds.

Indiana County, PA · 2d

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'A natural fit:' Cresson native shares journey from golf player to professional teacher

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — From being the only girl on her high school golf team to becoming one of the top teaching professionals in the country, Cresson native Melissa Dziabo has built quite the career. But no matter how far golf has taken her, she's never forgotten where...

Cresson, PA · 21h

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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 · 18h

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