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Baseball Game Recap: Greater Johnstown Takes a Loss
Greater Johnstown is still looking for their season's first win. They fell 9-5 to the Bishop McCort Crushers on Wednesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Greater Johnstown of the 15-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March. Greater Johnstown's loss dropped their record...
Johnstown woman indicted on methamphetamine charges
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Johnstown woman has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Johnstown on a charge of violating a federal narcotics law, according to U.S. Attorney Eric G. Olshan. Jasmine Hinton 29, is accused of possessing with the intent to distribute methamphetamine. According to the Indictment, on or about Feb. 14, […]
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 […]
Effort underway to grow Allegheny woodrat population, here's where in Pennsylvania
A multi-state effort is underway to increase the number of rare Allegheny woodrats and the first pups will be released in June, including one in southwestern Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Game Commission, Maryland Zoo and the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s Wildlife Futures Program are members of the Allegheny Woodrat Working Group...
JPD: Johnstown woman attempted to light duplex on fire, lied to officers
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Johnstown woman is facing charges after she allegedly attempted to light a duplex on fire that had several juveniles inside. Sereda Ritter, 36, is facing arson charges after she got into an argument with a man and then lit his mattress on fire, according to the criminal complaint. On Tuesday, […]
Pennsylvania man sentenced for role in multi-drug trafficking operation
(WJET/WFXP)– A Pennsylvania resident was sentenced to prison for his role in selling drugs throughout the state’s western region. Blake Young, 35, of Johnstown, pleaded guilty in federal court to one count of conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute heroin, crack-cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine on May 10. According to court documents, Young’s […]
Cambria County nurses see major improvement in shortage since pandemic peak
Four years ago, nurses and other medical professionals were working on the frontlines of the Coronavirus pandemic. This – taking a toll on many – resulting in extreme nurse shortages across the country. According to a report by the United States Chamber of Commerce there is still a...
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 […]
Community effort brings lost dog Milo home after 17 days
Cambria County couple Chad and Paula Albert’s dog Milo was hit by a car in Westmont on April 26th and has been missing ever since. But after 17 days of not knowing where Milo was, he’s finally back home thanks to the help of women like Debra Noble. She’s been working as an animal rescue volunteer in the Johnstown area for years.
911: Crews respond to early morning fire in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Cambria County authorities say multiple crews responded to a house fire early Tuesday morning on the 300 block of Highland Ave in the city of Johnstown. According to the Cambria County dispatchers, the fire was reported just before 7:45 AM Tuesday. No injuries were reported,...
Top Somerset County baseball and softball performers for May 13-18
Athlete of the Week Windber baseball player Lucas Oleksa was voted Daily American Somerset County Male Athlete of the Week while Berlin Brothersvalley softball player Elena Ritchey was selected Female Athlete of the Week for their efforts May 6-11. Oleksa hit a 3-run home run and delivered four RBIs in a win over Ferndale. ...
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 […]
Long-term project on Route 403 shifting in Somerset County
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the long-term improvement project on State Route 403 will shift on Tuesday. On May 14, the project will shift from Number 3 Road to Grove Avenue in southern Hooversville borough in Somerset County. The contractor will set up temporary traffic signals and […]
Members of PA fire & EMS caucus tour local fire stations
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Lawmakers from across the state visited some fire departments in our region on Monday. The visit was organized by the "Bipartisan Fire and EMS Caucus" which aims to address issues and solutions to support first responders across the Commonwealth. Members of the caucus plan...
Roof Garden Biz: Professional honors, new members, new medical professionals
Roof Garden Biz is a monthly roundup of business happenings in Somerset County. To submit an item, email news@dailyamerican.com. The following are some of the business-related news from the month in the Somerset County area. Windber GYN Associates welcomes Mandy ElBayly, CRNP. Chan Soon-Shiong Medical Center at Windber welcomed Mandy...
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