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Man with 25K doses of heroin caught on PA turnpike in Bedford County, troopers report
BEDFORD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A large amount of heroin — 25,000 doses — was found during a traffic stop on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Bedford County, state police reported. State police said that on Oct. 31, 2023, Ydale Thomas, 35, of Wilmerding, was stopped going west on the Turnpike in East Providence Township after […]
Two injured after police chase ends in Huntingdon County
FULTON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — An Allentown man is accused of leading state police on a chase Monday evening that led to a crash. State police out of Everett (Troop T) attempted to stop a white Dodge Truck pulling a trailer with a car on it on the Pennsylvania Turnpike around 7:40 p.m. on April […]
Blair County Sheriff’s Office warns of ‘spoofed’ scam calls
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Residents in Blair County are being warned of a new spoofed scam call after the sheriff’s office received multiple reports. The reports involved a male caller who identifies himself as a Deputy of the Blair County Sheriff’s Office. The caller claims the victim missed jury duty, missed witness or outstanding […]
Local campground opens new and improved game room
A ribbon cutting for a new game room happened Wednesday morning at Friendship Village Campground in Bedford. Betsie Neff, one of the owners of Friendship Village, said they always had a game room at the campground, but took it over after the previous owners of the room told them they were going out of business.
LIST: Farmers markets in Central Pennsylvania
(WTAJ) — Looking for some fresh fruits and vegetables to bring to your dinner table? Here are some farmer’s markets right here in Central Pennsylvania. If you know of a farmers market that’s not on the list, please email us at digitalnews@wtajtv.com so we can keep this list as up-to-date as possible. Bedford Bedford Farmers Market: Opens […]
Frost advisory issued just days before temperatures forecast to reach the 80s
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a frost advisory in parts of central Pennsylvania for Friday morning, but temperatures in the region are also predicted to reach the mid 80s just days later. The frost advisory — which is in effect from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. Friday — covers...
UPMC announces layoffs of approximately 1,000 staff members
(WTAJ) — UPMC announced Wednesday they have laid off approximately 1,000 staff members, which is about 1% of its workforce. UPMC said this layoff comes as the entire healthcare industry continues to face the realities of a “still-evolving, post-pandemic marketplace,” according to Paul Wood, Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at UPMC. “UPMC is responding […]
Frost advisory affecting part of Pennsylvania Thursday
The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory at 10:44 p.m. on Wednesday valid for Thursday between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. for Cambria, Blair, Huntingdon, Perry, Dauphin and Lebanon counties. The weather service comments, "Temperatures between 33 and 36 degrees will result in frost formation." "Near-ground freezing temperatures could...
Pennsylvania State Police honor lieutenant for his heroic actions
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Pennsylvania State Police Lieutenant was honored on Wednesday for his heroic actions after he was critically wounded while responding to help his fellow officers. According to a PSP document, the incident happened on June 17, 2023, when a gunman fired shots at parked patrol cars at PSP Lewistown before fleeing. During […]
Hours Extended at Topper’s McConnellsburg Office
To better serve residents, Rep. Jesse Topper’s (R-Bedford/Fulton) McConnellsburg office, located at 421 Lincoln Way East, will now be open through the lunch hour. Beginning in May, the office will be open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. It will be closed on Friday. “As more and more...
Penn Highlands Huntingdon to demolish former nursing residence
HUNTINGDON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Penn Highlands Healthcare has announced that they’ll be demolishing the former Nurses’ Home on their Huntingdon campus. The building’s interior may be structurally unstable posing a threat to public safety, even though the building appears sound on the outside, according to a representative. The Nurses’ Home, which connects to a […]
Troopers search for suspect from Bickel’s Surplus theft in Blair County
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Police are asking the public to help identify a man who allegedly stole a propane fire pit from the parking lot of Bickel’s Surplus. The man pictured below arrived at Bickel’s on Old 6th Avenue in Antis Township around 6:25 p.m. April 17. He put a propane fire pit in […]
Business forced to close after overnight burglary in Hollidaysburg
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A local photographer temporarily closed her studio after she said her equipment was stolen over the weekend. Kelsey Johnston, owner of Hollow Photography in Hollidaysburg, said someone broke into her studio on Allegheny Street, a burglary that Hollidaysburg police said they’re investigating. The burglary happened between 3 p.m. Friday, April 19, […]
Hollidaysburg Arbor Day ceremony, tree planting to take place
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Hollidaysburg Shade Tree Commission will be hosting an Arbor Day ceremony this Friday. On April 26 at 11 a.m., the ceremony along with a tree planting will take place in front of Highland Hall (500 block of Walnut Street). An October Glory maple tree will be planted. Mayor Joe Dodson […]
Veteran surprised for his 100 birthday at Huntingdon County VA Clinic
HUNTINGDON. Pa. (WTAJ) — The Huntingdon County VA Clinic celebrated one of its patient’s birthdays, and it was a significant milestone. Earl “Bun” Fleck turned 100 years old over the weekend. He is a retired veteran from WWII. His service began in 1943 and ended in 1945. After he was discharged, he returned to Huntingdon […]
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