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Where and how to safely watch the April 8 total solar eclipse in Somerset County
SOMERSET ― Unless cloud cover obscures our view, Somerset County can expect about 95% of the sun to be covered by the moon during the April 8 total solar eclipse, according to information from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Life savers:Teamwork and training saved visitor's life in...
Two Officers Hurt In Somerset County House Fire
There has been an update on the condition of two somerset police officers who were injured while rescuing a woman from a burning building Tuesday on Clark Street in Somerset Borough. Both officers that assisted in the rescue of the woman trapped in her home have been discharged from the...
Here's where road work will start along Route 403 on April 1
Motorists should expect minor delays as road work starts Monday along two separate sections of state Route 403, according to a release from PennDOT’s District 9 office. Union contract:Somerset County Commissioners and largest union in county ratify 3-year contract. Hooversville. A concrete barrier and temporary traffic signals will be...
Somerset County primary should be a quiet one
SOMERSET ― The 2024 primary election will be a quiet one for Somerset County. The only local race is chairman of the Somerset County Republican Committee. Guy Berkebile is the only candidate. The primary will occur on April 23. The last day to register to vote is April 8....
'Very disappointed': Business owner talks about filmed betrayal by man she tried to help
SOMERSET — The slender, tall man appeared not to try to hide his face. He entered a place he was very familiar with because he had gone there many times to get out of the cold, to get a cool pop or a candy bar for free when the owner was filling the vending machines.
Learn about Somerset founder's arrest for treason for Whiskey Rebellion role
LINCOLN TWP. — The new nation's first crisis, which began in 1791 and ended three years later, became not only the early history of this area, but also of the nation. The tales of the Whiskey Rebellion that drew forth the United State's first president, George Washington, comes alive once again at the Somerset Historical Center at 6 p.m. April 1.
Here's where to join in a solar eclipse watch party around Somerset County
Several places in and around Somerset County are planning to host events to watch the total solar eclipse on April 8. Here’s a list of the local events so far; we will add to this listing if more events are announced. Mary S. Biesecker Public Library, 230 S. Rosina...
Berlin Brothersvalley's Hayman commits to inaugural Mount Aloysius rifle team
BERLIN — Samantha Hayman has been shooting archery throughout her life. It's helped translate into a successful rifle career for the Berlin Brothersvalley senior. On Wednesday, Hayman announced her attentions to attend and compete on the inaugural rifle team at Division III Mount Aloysius College. "I went to a...
Central Pennsylvania counties awarded $6 million for projects
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Counties across Central Pennsylvania have received grants to assist in transportation and infrastructure repairs In total, the counties received $6 million in grants and awards. Below is a breakdown of each county, the amount received and what the money will go towards. Cambria County Ferndale, Portage and the Richland school district […]
Somerset County Commissioners and largest union in county ratify 3-year contract
SOMERSET ― Somerset County Commissioners Tuesday ratified a three-year contract with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) by a 2-1 vote that gives most of the workers an 8% raise in the first year. The wage increases will be effective retroactive to Jan. 1. Employees...
Friedens church food pantry has a new 'home' thanks to Eagle Scout project
FRIEDENS ― The Friedens Lutheran Church food pantry has a new look thanks to the efforts of a local Eagles Scout. Connor Harrity, a member of the Friedens Troop 5152, with the help of his fellow Boy Scouts and peers, built two wooden weatherproof cabinets with shelves and filled the two cabinets twice with donations of nonperishable and perishable items. All this helped him earn his Eagle Scout status.
Prosecutors ask judge to revoke $500K bond for East Huntingdon man accused of shooting at troopers
Westmoreland County prosecutors asked a judge to revoke the $500,000 bond posted by an East Huntingdon man accused of shooting at state troopers in January. Meanwhile, the defense on Wednesday secured access to James R. Miller’s cellphone in an effort to see whether a Ring doorbell video exists of the incident.
New owner Alex Canonico rolling up sleeves to remodel and upgrade building in Somerset
SOMERSET ― Another building in Uptown Somerset is being restored to its original stateliness thanks to Alex Canonico. Canonico, 27, a local artist, purchased the building at 152 W. Main St., in the fall of 2023. Formerly known as Somerset Galleries Antiques, the historic building built in 1877, had fallen into disrepair over...
Gershwin program is next Tuesday Noon Recital Series theme
JOHNSTOWN ― Gershwin choral works will open the Tuesday Noon Recital Series April 9 at First Lutheran Church, 415 Vine St. Vox Nova, the Mount Aloysius College chorale, will sing such popular tunes as Someone to Watch Over Me and Fascinating Rhythm. Nancy Way is the director. Mount Aloysius does not offer a major in music, but it gives scholarships to students who audition successfully to be in the chorale.
How a Stonycreek Twp. automotive business was destroyed by fire early Saturday morning
STONYCREEK TWP. ― Robert Hauger of Stoystown planned to retire and turn over his 50-year-old automotive sales, towing and repair business to his son sometime this year. Now the family is left to decide what to do next after a fire destroyed the business early Saturday. ...
Johnstown man sentenced for conspiring to sell cocaine
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Johnstown man will spend the next half-decade behind bars for conspiring to sell cocaine. Clinton Dudley, 36, was sentenced in federal court on Wednesday to 60 months in prison, followed by four years of supervised release after being convicted of conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute cocaine. PREVIOUS […]
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