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Punxsy Man Jailed for Allegedly Stabbing Man with Screwdriver
PUNXSUTAWNEY BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — Police say a Punxsutawney man is behind bars for reportedly stabbing a man with a screwdriver in a Punxsutawney Borough apartment building. Court documents indicate the Punxsutawney Borough Police Department filed criminal charges against 34-year-old Bradley James Heitzenrater, of Punxsutawney, in District Judge Jacqueline Mizerock’s office on Monday, May 6.
State Police Calls: DuBois Man Scammed Out of $500
Area state police responded to the following incidents:. According to a May 6 news release, PSP DuBois was notified of a theft in Falls Creek Borough, Jefferson County, on April 26. Police say it was determined through investigation that the victim was contacted by unknown person identifying as a member...
Local Man Just Released from Jail Allegedly Found with Items Stolen from Truck Stop, Price Tag Stuck to His Lips
PINE CREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Police say a local man allegedly stuffed his pockets full of items at a truck stop just moments after he had been released from jail. Court records indicate Punxsutawney-based State Police filed criminal charges against 34-year-old Jesse James Park, of Brockway, in District Judge Gregory Bazylak’s office on Friday, May 3.
Sandy Twp. 'discontinues' consolidation lawsuit against DuBois
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — This week, Sandy Township supervisors officially “discontinued" their lawsuit against the city of DuBois. The lawsuit was filed last June to pause the consolidation process with DuBois in the wake of criminal charges being filed against their then city manager Herm Suplizio. Sandy...
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 […]
Update: Tornado warning for Indiana and Westmoreland counties until 3:45 a.m. Wednesday
The National Weather Service issued an updated tornado warning at 3:13 a.m. on Wednesday in effect until 3:45 a.m. for Indiana and Westmoreland counties. "At 3:12 a.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Derry, or 9 miles east of Latrobe, moving east at 45 mph," according to the weather service. "Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."
Police Launch Investigation After Area Woman Loses $1,200 Social Security Check in Scam
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — State Police in DuBois have launched an investigation after an area woman fell victim to a social security scam. According to PSP DuBois, troopers responded to a residence in Bloom Township, Clearfield County, for a report of fraud on Saturday, May 4. Police say...
Indiana County Development Corporation Receives $1 Million as Shapiro Announces New Funding for Site Development Pilot Program
ALLENTOWN, Pa. – On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced more than $10.6 million in grant funding awards through the PA SITES (Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites) pilot program to help sites across the Commonwealth become “shovel ready” in order to attract more businesses and create more good-paying jobs.
Hearing Rescheduled for Area Woman Accused of Screaming, Knocking on Victim’s Windows While Intoxicated in Pine Creek Township
PINE CREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A hearing has been continued for an area woman who reportedly caused a disturbance during a drunken escapade in Pine Creek Township. Court documents show a preliminary hearing for 35-year-old Kari Elaine Rucinski, of DuBois, that was scheduled for Thursday, May 9, has been continued and will resume on July 25, at 9:30 a.m. with District Judge Gregory Bazylak presiding.
Police: Two Men Ejected From Horse & Buggy That Was Struck From Behind by Vehicle on Route 119
HENDERSON TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Authorities say a vehicle crashed into the rear of a horse and buggy along Route 119 on Thursday morning. According to Punxsutawney-based State Police, the crash happened around 6:07 a.m. on Thursday, May 2, on State Route 119 in Henderson Township, Jefferson County. Police...
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