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Interim city manager appointed, public frustration voiced at local council meeting
Cambria County, PA — Frustration voiced by the public during the appointment of an interim city manager earlier Friday evening in Johnstown. The city’s council gathering for the motion at 5:30 pm. “I wish they didn't hire you. Good luck.” says one Johnstown business owner. “We think...
Work to restore 130-year-old Pa. cable railroad paused by safety issues
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Work on the Johnstown Inclined Plane restoration could resume in early June, after the project’s mechanical engineer of record reviews a report from the manufacturer of the Incline’s “sheave wheels” on issues with the wheels’ rims and recommends a plan of action.
Woman Falls Into Creek In Johnstown
We’re learning a 23-year-old woman had to be taken to the hospital after falling into a creek. It happened near Ash and McMillen Streets after 4 this Afternoon. It’s unclear what led to her falling into the body of water. The severity of her injuries is unclear at...
Charleys Philly Steaks coming to Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — An Ohio-based cheesesteak chain is opening its first location in Johnstown later this year. A building permit was issued to allow Charleys Philly Steaks to open in the Richland Town Center, according to our media partners at the Tribune-Democrat. The cheesesteak franchise is known for its cheese, grilled-to-order steak and chicken […]
One injured after train collides with vehicle in Johnstown
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — One person was injured and had to be taken to a hospital after a train collided with a vehicle in Johnstown. Police and EMS officials responded to Kring Street and Eisenhower Boulevard on Wednesday, May 22 for a report of an accident. Cambria County 911 confirmed that the accident was […]
PSP: Tyrone man tracked to Philadelphia for resupply of heroin
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — State police tracked a Tyrone man to Philadelphia and back where he allegedly re-upped his supply of heroin and fentanyl. Jesse Riggleman III, 33, was arrested in Snyder Township on Interstate 99 after returning from a trip to Philadelphia, his charges show. State police said they were investigating the man […]
Police investigating overnight vehicle break-ins in Ferndale Borough
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Likely more than a dozen cars were broken into Wednesday night in Ferndale Borough, according to police. The borough's police chief Adam Richards says they are still taking calls from people saying valuables, including money, wallets and phone chargers were reportedly taken out of the cars.
'Sticker shock:' Local drug coalition educates parents on alcohol consumption in minors
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the Cambria County Drug Coalition hosted an event that focused on alcohol prevention for minors. The event, called "sticker shock,” was held in Johnstown, Portage and Hastings. It focused on educating parents, friends, and family to not provide alcohol to minors,...
Police: Johnstown man accused of raping woman in basement of Cambria Co. apartment
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities in Cambria County say a Johnstown man is jailed following an investigation into allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman in the basement of a local apartment. Police say in late April, officers with the Stonycreek Township police department were contacted to investigate...
Four projects in Cambria County to receive $650,000
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — State Rep. Frank Burns has announced that $650,000 in state grant funding has been awarded to Cambria County communities. The grants come from the Keystone Communities program through the Department of Community and Economic Development. The program supports Pennsylvania’s communities and helps them to pay for revitalization projects such as […]
Why a Central City couple's domestic argument led to assault and child endangerment charges
CENTRAL CITY ― A local couple was arrested Wednesday by Pennsylvania State Police in Somerset after a verbal argument the day before led to shots being fired with the couple's 2-year-old child nearby. Melissa Monaghan, 40, is charged with one count each of aggravated assault, simple assault and making terroristic threats and two...
Cambria County business hosts vaccination event
A Cambria County business brought blood pressure screenings and vaccinations to the community Wednesday. Best Way Pizza in Ebensburg hosted the event. Different vaccinations provided included tetanus, COVID, pneumonia and shingles shots. Nicole Dixon is the clinical pharmacist at Community Pharmacy in Tyrone, and she said they're also offering a...
Summary: Bullying Town Hall, a variety of perspectives shared at UPJ
Cambria County, PA — A wide variety of perspectives were shared at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's campus on Thursday, as panelists and local residents discussed the issue of bullying in our communities. The event began with a show of hands to who has been the victim of...
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