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Morning Roundup: Hopewell Area school bus driver suspended for alleged gun on board
Here are some of the latest news items from this morning, Friday, May 17:. Hopewell Area school bus driver suspended after alleged gun incident. A Hopewell Area School District bus driver was suspended after he was accused of bringing a gun on a school bus while transporting students. Superintendent Jeff...
Arrest made after multiple horses were shot, killed in Bedford County
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — An arrest has been made after multiple horses were shot in the head and killed in Bedford County. Waylon Cole Brennan, 25, of Breezewood, was charged with animal cruelty after state police were called about two horses being shot in the head and dying. Troopers said they were called to […]
5th Annual BBQ Bonanza to take place in Huntingdon County
HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The 5th Annual BBQ Bonanza is back this year and is looking to serve up a variety of food for a people’s choice competition. The bonanza is set to take place on Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds. This year’s event benefits the Huntingdon […]
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 […]
Things to do this weekend: Pirate picnic, bluegrass festival, pottery class
(WHTM) – Spring is in full swing and there are a ton of events in Central Pennsylvania this weekend to enjoy the warmer weather. From live music, to a pirate show to bluegrass and brew festivals there is something for everyone to do this weekend in the Midstate. Harrisburg...
Pennsylvania school district’s decision to cut song from student concert raises concerns
ROARING SPRING, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania school district’s decision to remove a song from a recent student choral concert has divided the community and spurred a review by a civil rights group. “ Lift Every Voice And Sing,” a late-19th century hymn sometimes referred to as the...
Blair County man broke into police impound to get drugs, guns back, troopers say
HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Tipton man is behind bars after police said they found him illegally possessing guns and drugs. They said he tried to break into the impound to get them back. Michael McClellan, 39, is facing charges in two cases following two interactions with police earlier this month. On May 8, […]
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 […]
Blair County man sentenced in federal ‘ghost gun’ case
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Blair County man is headed to federal prison for his role in a “ghost gun” operation. Harry Miller, 47, of Martinsburg, was sentenced on Wednesday, March 15, to 120 months or 10 years followed by three years of supervised release. Federal Judge Stephanie Haines imposed the sentence on Miller, stating […]
Blair County bridge dedicated to Korean War hero
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A bridge in Blair County was dedicated to Private who served in the Korean War. The bridge was dedicated to Army Pvt. William E. Green, who was mortally wounded Sept. 9, 1952, while serving in the Korean War. Green’s family joined Rep. Jim Gregory (R-Blair) and Sen. Judy Ward (R-Blair/Fulton/Huntingdon/Juniata/Mifflin) […]
Dense fog advisory for part of Pennsylvania Thursday morning
On Thursday at 6:04 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory in effect until 9 a.m. for Northern Clinton, Northern Centre, Southern Centre, Northern Lycoming, Southern Clinton and Southern Lycoming as well as Blair, Huntingdon, Bedford, Fulton, Tioga, Sullivan, Union and Snyder counties. The weather service states,...
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 […]
Drive-in movies, showtimes in Central Pennsylvania
(WTAJ) — As the weather gets warmer, drive-ins across Central Pennsylvania are beginning to dust off the projectors and welcome guests back in for another season. Below is a list of drive-ins and their current showings for the week. This list is updated weekly. Bar Ann Drive-In, Cambria County – Friday, May 17 through Sunday, […]
Softball Recap: Aliyah Mickle leads a balanced attack to beat McConnellsburg
In what's become a running theme this season, Bedford gave their fans yet another huge victory on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the McConnellsburg Spartans an 11-0 shutout. The win was nothing new for Bedford as they're now sitting on four straight. Emily Pratt was a major factor...
Pa. High School Football Report podcast: East-West story lines, players to know for Sunday’s doubleheader
Central Pa.’s All-Star football season is here, so we’re chatting about the challenge of choosing rosters and which players you need to know on the this edition of the Pa. High School Report podcast. The PSFCA will feature small school (Classes 1A-3) and large school (4A-6A) East-West battles...
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